# 2016 NHL Draft Revisited

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Podcast: [NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nhl-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7438203)
Published: 2026-06-17T01:09:11+00:00
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## Resource

Auston Matthews still reigns supreme from the 2016 NHL draft, living up to his No. 1 pick status as a goal-scoring legend and Maple Leafs record-holder. But the real story? How players like Tage Thompson and Brandon Hagel—once mid-round picks—have rocketed to top-three talent status, proving scouting is never done. From DeBrincat defying size doubts to Tkachuk leading teams to glory, this decade-long rewind shows how development reshapes draft rankings—and why every pick remains a wild, unpredictable gamble. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/82f2d019fdfe7a5a

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