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For 217 players, there will be no two days that mean more than July 23-24, 2021.
That s when the 2021 NHL draft will be held, and scores of talented young players will have their dreams of joining the NHL realized.
The winner of the draft lottery won t be known until June 2, according to TSN s Frank Seravalli, but there s already a handful of names rising to the the top of the draft boards.
Here s a quick look at three of the top prospects in this year s draft class.
Owen Power, D, Michigan (NCAA)
There s usually a healthy debate about who is the best player in a draft class or what player should be the No. 1 pick. While this year is no different, Owen Power is a notable candidate for the distinction.