NHL draft lottery winners, losers include Maple Leafs, Canucks

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a contentious introduction for general manager John Chayka, with one reporter questioning the due diligence that went into the decision. Chayka now had a gift fall into his lap a day later as the team tries to get back to the playoffs quickly after the end of its nine-year run. The Maple Leafs won the draft lottery and the right to pick No.

1 overall for the first time since selecting Auston Matthews in 2016. The San Jose Sharks won the second drawing and will choose second. Here are the winners and losers of Tuesday's NHL draft lottery: WINNERS Toronto Maple Leafs The Maple Leafs can choose between Gavin McKenna or Ivar Stenberg in June.

Both have the talent to make a quick impact on the franchise and help with the scoring. And adding someone of that caliber to the team could help sway Auston Matthews' decision when he's eligible for a contract extension on July 1, 2027. San Jose Sharks The Sharks showed massive improvement in 2024 No.

1 pick Macklin Celebrini's second season . They finished four points out of a playoff spot and now will add Stenberg or McKenna to a young team that already has Celebrini, Will Smith and Michael Misa. Draft lottery show presentation Last year's show was dull and reminded people why it's done offstage.