Uncover the Shocking Draft Blunders and Hidden Gems Unveiled for Every NHL Team This Decade
Worst: Lucas Johansen
Johansen, a defenseman who was the No. 28 pick in 2016, had some crummy injury luck in his seven seasons with the organization, but nine overall NHL games is tough. The players picked immediately after him, Trent Frederic and Sam Steel, both grew into relevant NHL players, too, which makes missing on a first-round pick a little tougher. He spent last season with Vegas’ AHL affiliate. — Sean Gentille
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Winnipeg Jets
Best: Kyle Connor
Connor has scored the eighth-most goals and 22nd-most points in the NHL since 2017-18. The Jets got him at 17th overall in the loaded 2015 draft after three straight Boston picks plus the Islanders’ selection of Matt Barzal, and he’s sixth in scoring from that draft class. Connor has led Winnipeg in scoring in three out of the last four years, playing key roles and big minutes.
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