The New York Rangers are playing things close to the vest when it comes to who they will select with the first overall pick in this year’s NHL Entry Draft being held virtually on Tuesday night.
General manager Jeff Gorton knows who the top prospect is and its value to the club for years to come. Yet, that has not stopped him from listening to any and every offer that has come across his desk.
“I’ve taken calls on it, that’s the job,” Gorton said. “We’ll listen to anything, but we’re comfortable picking first overall.