There’s no doubt that the Flyers needed size. The active roster is listed at an average height of 6-1, but they drafted four players taller than that on Saturday. Some were a lot taller.

The New York Islanders undoubtedly had the best draft out of all 32 teams. The team made the obvious pick in drafting Matthew Schaefer, who was a near-consensus top overall pick. Schaefer's potential is limitless,

The Penguins made three first-round picks for the first time since 1984 and made 13 picks in total at the 2025 NHL Draft.