NHL mock draft: First-round projections
Posted June 22, 2011 10:25 am.
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The Edmonton Oilers are on the clock, much like they were a year ago.
The decision could be easier this time around, however, since many believe the best available player also plays a position of immense need.
Red Deer Rebels center Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has more than hinted at his desire to be an Oiler and it’s likely a mutual feeling amongst the Oilers.
In our mock draft of the first round ahead of Friday’s NHL Entry Draft, we see the marriage between player and team coming together for the Oilers and the prospect nicknamed “The Golden Nugget.”
Here is a breakdown of what the remainder of the first round could look like at Friday’s draft.
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