NHL All-Star Game Draft Revived with Mixed Reactions

The NHL's return to a fantasy draft format for the All-Star Game has garnered both praise and criticism from fans and players alike.

The NHL reintroduced the All-Star Game draft, last held in 2015, with some changes aimed at improving the experience.
Nikita Kucherov was the first pick in the draft by Team Hughes, leading to a mix of predictable and surprising selections.
The draft avoided having a 'last pick' to spare players' feelings, a decision that received mixed reactions.
The event featured celebrity captains and was completed in an hour, but some criticized the lack of player engagement and the early start time.
Despite the tweaks, the draft's return was seen as a positive step, with room for improvement in future iterations.