The first round of the NHL draft is over and the proceedings will wrap up on Saturday, June 28.
There were 32 players chosen in the first round on Friday, including No. 1 overall pick Matthew Schaefer by the New York Islanders. There were some trades, though just involving picks after trades involving players took place before the decentralized draft.
Players who didn’t hear their name called on the 27th likely will hear it called sometime on June 28 as the league goes through another six rounds.
Here’s what to know about the second day of the NHL draft, including start time and how to watch.
What time is NHL draft today?
The second day of the 2025 NHL Draft, featuring the second through seventh rounds, will start at noon ET on Saturday, June 28.
Where to watch NHL draft
- Time: Noon ET (9 a.m. PT) on Saturday, June 28
- Location: L.A. Live’s Peacock Theater in Los Angeles (team officials will participate remotely).
- TV: NHL Network
- Stream: Fubo, ESPN+
Stream the NHL draft on Fubo
How many rounds is the NHL draft?
There are seven rounds. The first round was on Friday, June 27. The second through seventh rounds are on Saturday, June 28, starting at noon ET.
