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Is Michael Misa the steal of the 2025 NHL Draft? His OHL dominance is undeniable, nearly a goal per game, but is he truly outperforming projected number one pick Matthew Schaefer? Schaefer's skillset screams franchise defenseman, but the injury concerns are real. How much will his missed time impact his draft position? This draft seems to be loaded with high-end OHL talent. Could we see an unprecedented number of OHL players taken in the first round? The battle between Hagens and Misa for top forward is heating up, but don’t count out dark horses like Porter Martone and Jake O’Brien. Martone's gritty style is reminiscent of the Tkachuks – will that translate to NHL success? O’Brien’s playmaking is dazzling, but can he maintain consistency? Beyond the forwards, Jackson Smith is making a strong case as the best defenseman after Schaefer. Is he a top-five talent? And what about the goalies? Is Joshua Ravensbergen truly the top netminder in this class, or are there other contenders emerging? Finally, this draft class appears to lack depth beyond the first round. Is this a cause for concern for NHL teams, or are there hidden gems waiting to be discovered in later rounds? Share your thoughts and predictions. Let the debate begin!