GDT: 2023 NHL ENTRY DRAFT June 28 and 29. First round and then rounds 2-7. (ESPN, NHL network, SN, TVA sports 4pm and 8am Pacific Time)

[Lebanezer]

Oh interesting. Not a huge fan of this pick, but as a person he has absolutely immaculate vibes. He’s got some Hertl to him.

He's big. How surprising.

 

[Juxtaposer]

is this our random reach of the draft?

No, I don’t think he’s a big reach, I just don’t really see the upside. But after taking two high upside guys yesterday I don’t mind the pick.

 

[Arkansas Shark]

big body at 6'2", 207 pounds

 

[PacificOceanPotion]

I’ve been talking about Hultanen for as long as I can remember talking about this draft. No, I do not want any cookies or golden stars. Love the pick. Excellent shot and size. Musty and Hultanen will be formidable wings.

 

[SJSharksfan39]

Detroit has 3 straight second round picks? Weird.

 

[Bowie22]

Loved his scouting profile pre-draft. Big guy that can really shoot.

 

[NiWa]

big body at 6'2", 207 pounds

He has grown since, now 6'3, 215 pounds.

 

[Lebanezer]

 

[Le Rosbeef]

I mentioned Halttunen predraft. I'm really pleased with this pick. If it pays off, it'll pay off really well.

 

[mogambomoroo]

I heard Kasper Halttunen interview in Finnish hockey podcast, and he seems really mature and ready to work his way to NHL. I think he is under the radar good. But haven't really seen his game that much. But like someone said ''If you want to win, pick a fin!''

 

[Grinner]

Swooning for Haltunnen
Grier gets hid RW power forward

 

[Juxtaposer]

I don’t hate Nichushkin as a comp for Halttunen. Could be a nice 2nd liner who’s big, skates well, and has some skill.

 

[Hodge]

18 goals in 18 games in the Finnish U20 league this season. I realize it’s not the strongest league but still pretty impressive.

I think we would have taken Myatovic if the Ducks hadn’t.

 

[themelkman]

Nevermind bad message it’s an early morning

 

[Lebanezer]

I don't like this coverage, they're just talking over what's happening. I'm more interested in the picks than arbitrary analysis.

 

[mogambomoroo]

Halttunen is also June 2005 born, really young.

 

[landshark]

I don't like this coverage, they're just talking over what's happening. I'm more interested in the picks than arbitrary analysis.

But they're so important, their opinion is way more important than the dumb thing they're covering.

 

[ChompChomp]

It's hilarous how Grier has a "type" and makes sure everyone and their grandma knows. lol

 

[Juxtaposer]

Really wish we had our 3rd rounder…

That’s way too high for Cleveland.

 

[themelkman]

When does Vancouver pick here?

 

[Juxtaposer]

Morin is a great pick at 48 IMO.

 

[Lebanezer]

But they're so important, their opinion is way more important than the dumb thing they're covering.

We should be allowed to turn off their audio.

 

[matt trick]

Really wish we had our 3rd rounder…

That’s way too high for Cleveland.

Agreed, would love to move up for Dragicevic. I admit he felt risky at 36, but at 50-70 well worth it.

 

[mogambomoroo]

Trade up for Riley Heidt, please MG

 

[matt trick]

Ruh-roh Edmonton creating cap space.