1. Alexis Lafreniere, Rimouski (QMJHL) left wing, 6-foot-1, 192-pounds — Lafreniere has been projected as the top pick in this draft for almost two to three years. He’s a generational type of player, with few warts in his game. Lafreniere had 112 points (77 assists) in 52 games this season.
Quinton Byfield and Tim Stutzle come in right behind Lafreniere. Nothing out of the ordinary from Ted here.
However, I’d probably move Marco Rossi up a little bit. I wouldn’t mind the Red Wings taking him if they end up drafting 4th overall.