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Draft Quotes
Adam Fantilli – 2023 – Columbus Blue Jackets
“It’s been really cool. The NHL has done a great job setting everything up and letting us talk to each other as prospects. Meeting everybody out in Vegas and meeting everybody at the Combine was amazing, and then, I don’t know, you guys are watching it here, and Nashville is such a sick spot to have this Draft and then they did the awards, as well, I think it was just so special the way they did it.”
Connor Bedard – 2023 – Chicago Blackhawks
“Yeah, it’s an unbelievable feeling to be here with my family and friends and get to hear my name be called and experience that, especially with such a storied organization. Everything I’ve heard about the city, the people there is nothing but positive. Can’t wait for that, and very thankful that the staff, Kyle and Luke, everyone, put their faith in me with that pick.