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simmer2 · 06-19-2025, 09:30 AM

Ducks held 3 picks in the draft this year.

6th Pick - Porter Martone- We didn't expect Martone to be the guy who dropped to us. Had him 4th on our board. Thought Frondell would be the guy who slipped through the cracks, but were thrilled it was Martone. He's highly skilled, big, and a winger. We have some good young centres coming up so was excited to nag the top winger in the draft. We would anticipate Martone to go around 6th in the draft, but could slip a few spots if teams prioritize centres.

8th Pick - Brady Martin- He became a favourite of ours right away. Watched a lot of video of his...a lot more skill than a number of 'internet scouts' give him credit for. Wanted some more grit behind Leo Carlsson, and with Kasper and Martin we think that's great centre depth. Had him 8th on our board, so this worked out well for us. We anticipate he goes higher than 8th in the NHL draft.

13th Pick - Jackson Smith- Thought about taking Reschny here but went with the upside in Smith. Had him ranked 12th on our board. He measured in at 6'4 at the Combine, arguably one of the best skaters in the entire draft behind Schaefer. Has all the tools, has high offensive skill...but will the brain catch up. We think worst case he becomes a consistent 3/4 dman without the points. But at the 13th spot, that is solid value.

Overall, we are very pleased with our draft and look forward to watching where everyone lands come NHL draft day.

06-19-2025, 09:30 AM	#1
simmer2 Franchise Player Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Calgary, Alberta Exp:	Ducks 2025 Draft Recap Ducks held 3 picks in the draft this year. 6th Pick - Porter Martone- We didn't expect Martone to be the guy who dropped to us. Had him 4th on our board. Thought Frondell would be the guy who slipped through the cracks, but were thrilled it was Martone. He's highly skilled, big, and a winger. We have some good young centres coming up so was excited to nag the top winger in the draft. We would anticipate Martone to go around 6th in the draft, but could slip a few spots if teams prioritize centres. 8th Pick - Brady Martin- He became a favourite of ours right away. Watched a lot of video of his...a lot more skill than a number of 'internet scouts' give him credit for. Wanted some more grit behind Leo Carlsson, and with Kasper and Martin we think that's great centre depth. Had him 8th on our board, so this worked out well for us. We anticipate he goes higher than 8th in the NHL draft. 13th Pick - Jackson Smith- Thought about taking Reschny here but went with the upside in Smith. Had him ranked 12th on our board. He measured in at 6'4 at the Combine, arguably one of the best skaters in the entire draft behind Schaefer. Has all the tools, has high offensive skill...but will the brain catch up. We think worst case he becomes a consistent 3/4 dman without the points. But at the 13th spot, that is solid value. Overall, we are very pleased with our draft and look forward to watching where everyone lands come NHL draft day.