Premier Prospects: Patrik Laine

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Many times the most exciting NHL draft classes pit one top player vs. another.
Crosby vs. Ovechkin.
McDavid vs. Eichel.
This year, it’s Auston Matthews vs. Patrik Laine. And while it’s a safe bet to say that Matthews is Toronto-bound, Laine has all the makings of a number one draft pick.
The Finnish winger is a 6’4 sniper of a forward with a devastating shot. Central Scouting Director Dan Marr compared Laine to Brett Hull.
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