NHL Draft: A Fan’s Guide

NHL Draft heads to home of Buffalo Sabres, June 24-25

Well, Buffalo Sabres fans, the week is finally upon us.

The 2016 NHL Draft will be held later this week at First Niagara Center, with day one on Friday, June 24 and the remaining rounds to be held on Saturday, June 25.

Before this weekend’s events, after which some 211 prospects will officially become NHL prospects, here’s a quick guide to everything draft-related that you need to know.

From your basic time & location info on the official NHL Draft, to watch parties; from all the prospect info you can get your hands on, to learning a little more about the impact the draft might have on Buffalo – we’ve got it.

In addition, at the end of this slideshow, you’ll find some suggestions for visiting fans/media/etc. to take in while in Buffalo this coming weekend. From bars & restaurants to visit, to museums and other attractions, the city of Buffalo has a lot to offer – and we’re going to help you find it.

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