Uncover the Shocking Draft Blunders and Hidden Gems Unveiled for Every NHL Team This Decade
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Worst: Martin Kaut
Taken 16th overall in 2018, Czech winger Kaut played only 47 games for the Avalanche, scoring three goals. He spent the vast majority of his five seasons with the organization playing for the AHL’s Colorado Eagles before he was eventually traded to San Jose in 2023. He played nine games with the Sharks, then returned home to Czechia, where he has played the last two seasons. — Jesse Granger
Columbus Blue Jackets
Best: Vladislav Gavrikov
The Blue Jackets have hit first-round home runs, especially lately. But to land Gavrikov, a top shut-down defenseman, in the sixth round (No. 159 overall in 2015) was a steal. Only six defensemen in that draft have more points than Gavrikov, and only nine have played more games. Sadly, Columbus no longer reaps the fruits of its find. Gavrikov was traded to Los Angeles in 2023.
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