How is the NHL draft order determined?
The NHL draft order is determined through a combination of regular season performance and lottery selection.
Regular Season Performance
- The bottom 16 teams in the NHL standings at the end of the regular season are eligible for the draft lottery.
- The teams are ranked in inverse order of their points total, with the team with the fewest points having the best chance of winning the lottery and selecting first overall.
Lottery Selection
- A lottery is held to determine the final draft order of the top three picks.
- Each eligible team is awarded a number of lottery balls based on its place in the standings.
- The more lottery balls a team has, the higher its chances of winning the lottery.
- The lottery is conducted live at the NHL Draft and the winning team gets to select first overall.
Remaining Picks
- The remaining draft picks are awarded in reverse order of the regular season standings, with the team with the highest points total selecting last overall.
FAQ
How many teams are eligible for the draft lottery?
- 16
What is the probability of the worst team winning the draft lottery?
- 18.5%
How many balls does the worst team get in the lottery?
- 200
When is the NHL Draft held?
- Typically in late June or early July
Who has won the most draft lotteries?
- Toronto Maple Leafs (5)
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