

Praised for his versatility and competence in all situations, Räty is once again in the Kärpät lines he is also expected to feature for the U20 side throughout the campaign. Having worked his way through the Kärpät youth system, the 17-year-old winger made his first-team debut last season, playing 12 games and scoring four points in the Liiga. Aatu Räty, Left Wing (86 OVR)Īatu Räty is one of the most exciting skaters set to battle for their place in the 2021 NHL Draft.

The left-shot blueliner’s highlight attribute ratings at this stage include his 92 body checking, 91 strength, 90 acceleration, 90 agility, 90 speed, and 93 stick checking. Hailing from Finland, the right defenseman came into the draft with an NHL-ready overall rating of 78, allowing him to grow into his Elite med potential very quickly.Ĭome the start of the fourth season in NHL 21 Franchise Mode, Jaaskelainen carried a mighty 90 OVR.

Second on our list of the best 2021 draft picks of NHL 21 is the player who went second overall in the draft itself, Jukka Jaaskelainen. Jukka Jaaskelainen, Right Defenseman (90 OVR) His continued efforts for the Detroit Red Wings allowed the American power forward to grow into his Elite med potential, starting the 2024/25 season with a 91 overall rating.Ī hefty forward at 191cm and 101kg, Cullimore’s best attributes four seasons after being one of the best 2021 prospects include his 91 hand-eye, 91 puck control, 96 defensive awareness, 91 body checking, and 94 wrist shot accuracy.
