Overview

• Friday’s first round wrapped with 32 selections, highlighted by the New York Islanders choosing defenseman Matthew Schaefer first overall.
• Commissioner Gary Bettman personally announced each first-round pick as part of the NHL’s inaugural decentralized draft format.
• Team executives, scouts and coaches are participating remotely from L.A. Live’s Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
• Six rounds remain after Friday’s opener as the draft resumes Saturday with selections through the seventh round.
• Friday’s first-round coverage aired on ESPN with live streaming on FuboTV.