US EditionCapitals' Lynden Lakovic: Picked 27th Overall at Entry Draft
MOOSE JAW, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA, JUN 28 – Lynden Lakovic led Moose Jaw Warriors with 58 points in 47 games and was ranked 14th among North American skaters by NHL Central Scouting, Capitals officials said.
- In the 2025 NHL Draft, the Washington Capitals selected Kelowna's Lynden Lakovic 27th overall at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
- Following a season with Moose Jaw, Lakovic scored 58 points in 47 games, ranked 14th among North American skaters, and stands 6'4" and 200 pounds.
- The Capitals selected Lakovic 27th overall at the LA draft theater, a first-round pick based on his WHL championship and 1.23 PPG rate, ranking fifth among draft-eligible skaters.
- The Capitals management admitted surprise Lakovic remained available at 27th, adding size and edge to their roster, seen as promising for future development.
- Beyond the draft, Lakovic is expected to return to the Moose Jaw Warriors, with his continued development crucial for the Capitals' long-term success.
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Capitals Select Lynden Lakovic 27th Overall in 2025 NHL Draft
The Washington Capitals have selected forward Lynden Lakovic with the 27th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Lakovic had an impressive season with the Moose Jaw Warriors, scoring 27 goals and 31 assists for a total of 58 points in just 47 games. Despite missing some time due to an upper-body injury, he still managed to lead his team in goals and points, earning multiple accolades including Player of the Year. Coach Mark O’Leary praised his com…
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