2023 Draft Analysis - North American Skaters

NHL Central Scouting released its updated mid-season rankings for the upcoming 2023 NHL draft this summer. Connor Bedard’s performance at World Juniors solidified himself as the top North American and overall prospect, but we breakdown all the top prospects from North American leagues.

All Selections - League Summary

Top 20 North American Prospects

The WHL led all leagues with 8 skaters listed in the top 20, followed by the OHL and USNTDP with 4 each. The CHL overall consisted of 55% of all North American skaters, and 72% of the top 50 skaters, with 13 of the top 20. Just 2 defensemen were ranked in the top 20, and 13 in the top 50.