Revisiting the Draft Class That Defied Expectations | Montreal Canadiens News

Hindsight reveals a thrilling reevaluation of a recent hockey draft class, where late picks like Lane Hudson are outshining early selections — proving speed and skill can rise from unexpected spots. Hudson’s breakout alongside Slafkovsky has fueled Montreal’s surge, while others like Nemec and Wright remain in development, with potential still untapped. Jimmy Snuggerud, drafted 23rd, is quietly building a case to join the elite tier — possibly even leapfrogging some original top picks. Though the core draft class holds up, the unpredictability of the draft remains its greatest thrill. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9323e18ac35eefab