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I made AI redo the 2015 draft.

I made AI redo the 2015 draft.

Draft Class: 2015
Created By: ImAlwaysRightYoureAlwaysWrong
Published: May 4, 2023 at 3:48 p.m.
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These revised picks would have impacted team strategies, player development, and the overall competitive balance of the league. Teams would have to adapt to the new assets they acquired, potentially changing their approach to subsequent drafts and player acquisitions.
ROUND 1TEAMORIGINALPLAYERDETAILS
1Logo of the Edmonton OilersLogo of the Buffalo SabresMcDavid remains the top pick, as he has proven to be a generational talent and one of the best players in the league. His speed, vision, and scoring ability have made him an elite center and the face of the Oilers franchise.
2Logo of the Buffalo Sabres-Eichel stays at the number two spot, as his offensive skills and leadership qualities have made him a star center. Despite injury concerns and eventual trade requests, Eichel would still be a great asset for the Sabres, and they could have focused on building a stronger team around him.
3Logo of the Arizona Coyotes-Marner's playmaking ability, scoring touch, and overall hockey IQ make him a better choice than Strome. His chemistry with Coyotes young core could have accelerated the team's rebuilding process and potentially put them in playoff contention sooner.
4Logo of the Toronto Maple Leafs-With Marner off the board, the Leafs select Aho, an offensively gifted center with great vision and a knack for scoring. Aho's addition could have provided more depth at center for the Leafs, making them an even more potent offensive force.
5Logo of the Carolina Hurricanes-Rantanen's size, skill, and scoring ability would have made him an excellent fit on the Hurricanes' top line. He could have formed a formidable duo with Aho had the Leafs not picked him, but Rantanen would still be a great addition to the team.
6Logo of the New Jersey Devils-The Devils pick Barzal for his speed, vision, and playmaking ability. Barzal would have provided the Devils with a much-needed offensive boost and helped improve their power play, making them a more competitive team in the Eastern Conference.
7Logo of the Philadelphia Flyers-Werenski has developed into a solid two-way defenseman with offensive upside. His addition to the Flyers' blue line would have provided more stability and a potential future partner for Provorov, had they managed to acquire him later in the draft.
8Logo of the Columbus Blue Jackets-The Blue Jackets select Provorov, a reliable two-way defenseman who can log big minutes and contribute offensively. Provorov's presence would have further strengthened the Blue Jackets' defense and provided a strong foundation for their future.
9Logo of the San Jose Sharks-Chabot's skating ability, offensive prowess, and size make him an attractive pick for the Sharks. His addition would have provided the team with a dynamic, puck-moving defenseman, helping to bolster their blue line and improve their transition game.
10Logo of the Colorado Avalanche-With Rantanen already picked, the Avalanche select Meier, a power forward with a strong scoring touch. Meier's physicality and offensive skills would have complemented Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog, creating a formidable top line for the Avalanche.
11Logo of the Florida Panthers-Connor's speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability make him a better choice than Crouse. His addition would have provided the Panthers with a reliable top-six forward to complement their existing core.
12Logo of the Dallas Stars-Boeser's shot and scoring touch would have been a valuable addition to the Stars' forward group. His offensive prowess could have provided a boost to the Stars' power play and overall offensive production.
13Logo of the Boston BruinsLogo of the Los Angeles KingsKonecny's speed, skill, and versatility make him a valuable addition to the Bruins' forward group. His energy and scoring ability could have helped the Bruins maintain their competitiveness during their transition period.
14Logo of the Boston Bruins-Hanifin's size, skating ability, and potential as a top-four defenseman make him an attractive option for the Bruins. His presence would have provided the Bruins with more depth on their blue line and helped solidify their defense for years to come.
15Logo of the Boston BruinsLogo of the Calgary FlamesDeBrusk's speed, scoring ability, and tenacity is still a welcome addition to the Bruins' forward group. His potential as a top-six winger provides the Bruins with another offensive weapon.
16Logo of the New York IslandersLogo of the Pittsburgh PenguinsCirelli's two-way game, faceoff prowess, and work ethic make him a valuable asset for the Islanders. His addition would have provided the team with a strong third-line center, allowing them to focus on building a deeper roster.
17Logo of the Winnipeg Jets-
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With Connor already picked, the Jets select Dunn, a puck-moving defenseman with strong offensive instincts. His presence would have bolstered the Jets' blue line and improved their power play.
18Logo of the Ottawa Senators-The Senators select Samsonov, a highly talented goaltender with strong potential as a future starting netminder. His addition would have provided the team with a long-term solution in net, allowing them to focus on building a stronger roster in front of him.
19Logo of the Detroit Red Wings-Hintz's combination of size, speed, and scoring ability make him a valuable addition to the Red Wings' forward group. His potential as a top-six forward could have helped the team maintain their offensive depth during their rebuilding phase.
20Logo of the Minnesota Wild-Gurianov's combination of size, speed, and goal-scoring ability make him an intriguing option for the Wild. His potential as a top-six forward could have provided the team with another offensive weapon to complement their existing core.
21Logo of the Ottawa SenatorsLogo of the New York IslandersGarland's offensive skills, creativity, and tenacity make him an attractive choice for the Senators. His addition would have provided the team with a top-six forward, helping improve their offensive depth.
22Logo of the Washington Capitals-With Samsonov already picked, the Capitals select Eriksson Ek, a strong two-way center with good faceoff skills. His addition would have provided the Capitals with a solid third-line center and improved their penalty kill.
23Logo of the Vancouver Canucks-With Boeser already picked, the Canucks select White, a two-way center with good hockey sense and a strong work ethic. White's presence would have provided the Canucks with more depth down the middle and contributed to their overall team balance.
24Logo of the Philadelphia FlyersLogo of the Nashville PredatorsWith Konecny already picked, the Flyers select Carlo, a big, stay-at-home defenseman with strong defensive instincts. His addition would have added depth to the Flyers' blue line and provided them with a reliable shutdown defenseman.
25Logo of the Winnipeg JetsLogo of the St. Louis BluesStrome's scoring touch and strong shot make him an attractive option for the Jets. His addition would have provided the team with another offensive weapon, further strengthening their forward group.
26Logo of the Montreal Canadiens-
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The Canadiens select Marino, a steady, two-way defenseman with good hockey sense and puck-moving abilities. Marino's presence would have added depth to the Canadiens' blue line and contributed to their overall defensive stability.
27Logo of the Anaheim Ducks-The Ducks select Zacha, a versatile forward with a strong two-way game and good size. His addition would have provided the Ducks with more depth in their forward group and a player capable of contributing in various situations, including the power play and penalty kill.
28Logo of the New York IslandersLogo of the New York RangersThe Islanders select Greenway, a power forward with good size, strength, and scoring ability. His addition would have provided the Islanders with a strong presence in front of the net and helped improve their offensive depth.
29Logo of the Columbus Blue JacketsLogo of the Tampa Bay LightningWith Carlsson yet to make a significant impact in the NHL, the Blue Jackets select Beauvillier, a skilled forward with good speed and scoring ability. His addition would have provided the team with more offensive depth and a solid contributor in the top six.
30Logo of the Arizona CoyotesLogo of the Chicago BlackhawksThe Coyotes select Zboril, a defenseman with a good combination of size, mobility, and offensive instincts. His addition would have provided the team with a prospect capable of developing into a reliable two-way defenseman, adding depth and stability to their blue line.
May 4, 2023 at 10:39 p.m.
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sammy over hintz is wild, provorov is too high, and white prob doesnt make first round but bot didnt do a bad job
May 5, 2023 at 9:57 a.m.
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sammy over hintz is wild, provorov is too high, and white prob doesnt make first round but bot didnt do a bad job


Its knowledge cutoff date is September 2021, so that would explain why.
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