Mikhail Yegorov

December 2024 – After being drafted in the second round of the 2024 NHL Draft, Yegorov has already been touted as arguably the Devils’ best goaltending prospect. He certainly has the size for it at 6-5 and is highly athletic despite simplifying his approach. He doesn’t leave the crease much and is content sitting back and letting his frame do the work on odd-man opportunities against him. He needs some polishing, as is expected from an 18-year-old, but his quickness for his size is encouraging. There is undoubtedly a path forward for him to become an NHL regular in a few years. JP Gambatese

June 2024 – Yegorov was selected in the second round, 49th overall, by the New Jersey Devils in the 2024 NHL Draft. Hadi Kalakeche

June 2024 — A late riser in this year’s rankings, Yegorov was ranked number 1 among North American goaltenders by NHL Central Scouting. Yegorov has plenty of pro-style tools: he uses his frame well to cut off angles and seal the ice down low, he has above-average hands, and he has great tracking abilities. However, his skating can occasionally be questionable, leaving him out of position on the odd chance. Colin Hunter

Final ranking: 114th