How the Maple Leafs could use their pick at 23rd overall in NHL draft Get the latest from Terry Koshan straight to your inbox Terry Koshan Published Jun 25, 2024 • 9 minute read ...

He also stated the desire to add a right-shot winger to the team’s top-six forward group. The Oilers’ 2024 first-round pick could be a valuable trade chip to use in a deal to acquire that player.

This pick is not in the Top 5 picks, or even in the Top 10 picks. It’s not that high a pick where you would be taking a massive risk by drafting a goalie. It’s a smaller bet. 3.