*We’re continuing to work our way through the Community Draft Board, and next up is Cole McKinney, who’s one of the more projectable center options outside of the top prospect group. [BSH]
*Of course, while we’re letting you guys choose the order for the draft board, the four of us writing the profiles have our own ideas about how the top-32 should shake out. Breaking it down herein. [BSH]
*Relatedly, the mock drafts keep pouring in, so let’s check in with yet another. [Inquirer]
*Also, another look at some of the most intriguing options for the Flyers to grab with that sixth overall pick. [NHL]
*An under the radar option in that mix might just be Victor Eklund, one of the top European prospects in this class. [NBCSP]
*We’re doing rankings, we’re doing mock draft, and now we’re adding some NHL comps for these top prospects to the mix. [The Athletic]
*In other news: the Panthers broke the Stanley Cup already. [Inquirer]
*Sam Bennett is your 2025 Conn Smythe winner. We will not be weighing in on this at this time. [ESPN]
*Speaking of Bennett, he’s certainly one of the names to watch in Free Agency next month. [TSN]
*There’s also an interesting group of pending free agent defensemen to keep an eye on as we approach July 1. [The Athletic]