I don't think Jones is a bust but I'm lukewarm on him being a franchise defenseman as he's not quite the package that was sold pre-draft. I would still take Mackinnon over Monahan because he's a superior skater and long term this will tilt the scales in his favor despite the fact that they are already on similar scoring paces to start their careers. Barkov looks like the best overall player out of the draft to date but time will tell.
1. Barkov
2. Mackinnon
3. Monahan
4. Ristolainen
5. Lindholm
Honorable mention to Duclair (steal of a trade their by the Coyotes) and Domi.
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