The New York Rangers haven’t indicated who they are thinking about drafting in June, but with Jack Hughes a 99 percent sure thing for the New Jersey Devils, it looks like Kaapo Kakko is Broadway bound.
There are a couple factors that could affect New Jersey’s decision. God forbid, if Jack Hughes sustained some form of serious injury before the draft, that could affect the pick. Another factor is that both Hughes and Kakko will be playing in high profile tournaments in the coming weeks and their performance in those tournaments could change opinions.
Jack Hughes will be playing in the International Ice Hockey Federation Under 18 World Championship in Sweden from April 18-28.