The Columbus Blue Jackets know where they are picking in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft after the draft lottery set the order.

New York Islanders hold first overall pick and San Jose will select second overall following tonight’s NHL Draft Lottery

The order has been determined for the lottery picks in the 2025 NHL Draft, and teams that did not make the playoffs know where they will be picking. The Columbus Blue Jackets, who possess the 14th overall pick (as well as the Minnesota Wild’s first round pick) have a great opportunity ahead of them.

A breakdown of potential targets for the Columbus Blue Jackets at picks 14 and 20 in the 2025 NHL Draft, including top defensive prospects.

Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell has multiple options with two top-20 picks. (Photo credit: Mark Scheig, The Hockey Writers)

The Islanders won the No. 1 pick with long-shot odds. With the full benefit of hindsight, some very specific games had their say.

The New York Islanders will get their pick of the 2025 NHL draft. The Islanders jumped nine spots to claim the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft during Monday's draft lottery. The San Jose Sharks and Chicago Blackhawks both hold top-five picks for the third straight draft.