The Hockey Writers

● By Peter Baracchini
Welcome back to my 2022 NHL Draft rankings. Back in September, I released my top-32 preseason rankings for the upcoming draft. Since then, there have been a lot more names added to my list and movement over the last few months. With the upcoming World Junior Championship, I thought it would be a good time to have an updated rankings before the tournament. With prospects being able to play consistently and scouts back in the rink to watch them, it feels as if things are back to normal compared to last year where everything was done virtually. With some draft talent already making preliminary rosters– and even the main roster– for the biggest junior hockey event, there’s a good chance that fans may get a better opportunity to see them play as they continue to impress in their draft year.

Top Players Not Included

These players appear in the top 64 of our

Consensus Big Board

, but do not show up on this big board.