New York Rangers: 2018 NHL Entry Draft rankings

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PLYMOUTH, MI – FEBRUARY 15: Adam Boqvist #3 of the Sweden Nationals turns up ice against the Finland Nationals during the 2018 Under-18 Five Nations Tournament game at USA Hockey Arena on February 15, 2018 in Plymouth, Michigan. Finland defeated Sweden 5-3. (Photo by Dave Reginek/Getty Images)*** Local Caption *** Adam Boqvist /

#6 Adam Boqvist, RHD, SWE-1

Consensus: 6.6. Highest ranking: 5. Lowest ranking: 9.

“Slick offensive defenseman who has garnered comparisons to Erik Karlsson. Incredibly quick puck mover with an electric shot.” – Peter Reichert

#7 Brady Tkachuk, LW, NCAA

Consensus 7. Highest ranking: 4. Lowest ranking: 9.

“Tkachuck’s draft case has been an exceptionally weird one. A lot of people in NHL circles say that teams look at him as a top four pick while prospect pundits across the web are a lot lower on the winger. I think that he is, without question, a top 10 pick based on his versatility. He has the tools to be an elite power forward for years to come.” – John Williams

#8 Noah Dobson, RHD, QMJHL

Consensus 8.2. Highest ranking: 3. Lowest ranking: 11.

“Dobson, though he does have a few areas to improve on, is a great skater and a reliable defenseman that can rarely be found out of position.” – Jen Moglia

#9 Evan Bouchard, RHD, OHL

Consensus 9.6. Highest ranking: 7. Lowest ranking: 17.

“Average foot speed, but an absolute cannon of a shot. Will be a consistent offensive threat and power play quarterback if skating improves.” – Peter Reichert

#10 Jesperi Kotkaniemi, C, SM-Liliga

Consensus 9.8. Highest ranking: 7. Lowest ranking: 13.

“Kotkaniemi has a dangerous shot and a high hockey IQ, making him a great option for any team to take. He can rarely be found out of position.” -Jen Moglia

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