Debate Heats Up Over No. 2 Pick in 2024 NHL Draft: Demidov or Levshunov?
The 2024 NHL Draft is fast approaching, and the debate over who should be selected with the No. 2 pick is heating up. NHL prospect experts Corey Pronman and Scott Wheeler have differing opinions on whether the Chicago Blackhawks should choose dynamic Russian winger Ivan Demidov or Michigan State defenseman Artyom Levshunov.
Pronman believes that Levshunov is the clear choice for the Blackhawks, citing his NHL-ready frame, offensive sense, and potential to become a No. 1 defenseman in the league. On the other hand, Wheeler sees Demidov as the player with the highest upside, comparing him to elite NHL wingers like Artemi Panarin and Kirill Kaprizov.
The debate centers around the importance of maximizing the upside of the pick and whether the Blackhawks should prioritize adding a potential point-per-game winger like Demidov or a top-pair defenseman like Levshunov. Both experts make compelling arguments for their respective choices, leaving Chicago with a tough decision to make.
As the draft approaches, the hockey world eagerly awaits to see which direction the Blackhawks will go with the crucial No. 2 pick. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the 2024 NHL Draft unfolds.