The New York Islanders undoubtedly had the best draft out of all 32 teams. The team made the obvious pick in drafting Matthew Schaefer, who was a near-consensus top overall pick. Schaefer's potential is limitless,

The 2025 NHL Draft saw three combined Boston College players and commitments taken within the 224 selections. James Hagens was taken seventh overall, William Moore at pick No. 51 and the third player of the group, Teddy Mutryn, was taken at the 95th pick.

The Philadelphia Flyers entered the 2025 NHL draft with 10 selections, including three in the first round and six in the first 50 picks.For the first time in its history, the annual entry draft is being held in a decentralized location — the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.