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When will this year's NHL draft take place? That's unknown after the league postponed the event due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, whenever it arrives, there are plenty of talented players who are set to join the league heading into the 2020-21 season.
While the draft lottery hasn't yet taken place to determine the order in which the teams will pick, it's clear which prospects have a good chance to be among the first players to come off the board this year.
Here's a look at several top draft prospects who could quickly make an impact in the NHL upon entering the league.