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New York Times
13 hours ago
- Business
- New York Times
NHL Mock Draft 2025: Schaefer at No. 1 and Misa at No. 2 in Corey Pronman's first round projection
It's NHL combine week, and as teams begin to conclude meetings and we start hearing general trends about how the league values certain players, here is our latest attempt to project the first round of the NHL Draft. Schaefer gives the Islanders a true potential No. 1 defenseman to build around. His high-end mobility, intelligence and competitiveness project him as a cornerstone on the blue line for years to come. Misa's elite speed and creativity give San Jose a franchise-caliber center. The addition of Misa gives the Sharks flexibility to move either him or Will Smith to the wing long term while building one of the most desirable groups of young forwards in the league. Frondell brings high-end skill, an elite shot and a complete 200-foot game and fills Chicago's need for a strong two-way pivot to pair with Connor Bedard or potentially move Bedard to the wing. Utah prioritizes being hard to play against, and Martone will provide a lot of size and a high compete level while also being very skilled for a big man. Nashville adds high-end skill and speed down the middle with Hagens, even if he isn't the biggest player. He brings the potential to be a major point producer. Desnoyers is a complete center with the size, skating, skill and off-puck play to be a big-minute NHL center, which is something Philly truly craves. Martin brings an intense, physical two-way game while also having an excellent skill level. He is a potential top-two-line center that Boston desperately craves and plays the way the Bruins like. Mrtka is a 6-foot-5 defenseman who skates well and has offensive flashes, giving Seattle a rare right-shot blueliner with top-four upside and much needed young defense talent. O'Brien is a cerebral, playmaking center with top-line upside. His skill and vision are clear NHL traits, which will give Buffalo some more dynamic traits at forward. A 6-foot-5 center with speed, hands and bite, McQueen gives Anaheim a potential massive talent down the middle. He would have gone top five if it weren't for a concerning back injury. Aitcheson adds significant physicality to Pittsburgh's system while also having the size, mobility and skill of a top-four NHL defenseman. A fast, strong winger with a dangerous shot, Carbonneau adds both scoring and the power elements that the Rangers tend to target in their draft picks. Eklund's speed, high motor and ability to create offense gives Detroit an important addition of offensive talent to its system. Smith brings size, skating and offensive tools to the Blue Jackets' blue-line pipeline. He didn't end his season on a high note at the U18 worlds but the league is still very high on this player and his potential. A competitive and highly skilled winger who plays a physical game, Bear could provide a lot of elements to Vancouver's top six. Reschny is a very skilled and intelligent player who plays hard and was as good as any junior player in the second half of the CHL season. Reid is a dynamic skater who closes well defensively and can generate clean exits and secondary offense. He adds to an already promising Habs blue-line group. Cootes brings speed, compete and two-way versatility to the Flames' forward group, giving them a hardworking center with offensive potential. Lakovic is a big man with legit speed, skill and goal-scoring ability. He would be a highly talented forward addition to the Blues' system, even if his compete level still draws some debate. Nesbitt is a heavy center with strong puck skills and playmaking vision. Despite questions about his skating, his offense and physicality make him a legit first-round pick. Fiddler's size, defensive ability, skating and hardness make him exactly the type of defenseman Ottawa has coveted. A responsible, hard-nosed, two-way center, Gastrin adds leadership traits and versatility to the Flyers' forward group that is building their center depth with this draft class. Hensler adds a reliable two-way defenseman to Nashville's system, with size, mobility and puck-moving skill that they hope will lead to top-four minutes. One of the better-skating defensemen in the class coming off a record-setting U18 World Championship, Boumedienne provides transition ability with the potential for some offense at the NHL level as well, to go with a decent frame. A big, skilled forward with great hockey sense, Horcoff needs to work on his skating but has the potential to be a legit scorer as a pro and looked quite good at the college level as a U18 player. Ravensbergen is a big, athletic goaltender with starter upside — the type of swing Nashville can afford to take here with multiple first-round picks, though his stock has cooled a bit recently. Washington rolls the dice on the top Russian in this class, who is a tall, fast winger who is very physical and has some scoring touch, too. Brzustewicz is a smart, mobile right-shot who adds a steady two-way game to a Jets system that needs reliable defenders. The Hurricanes take a swing on a tall winger with NHL-caliber feet, hands and scoring ability, hoping he becomes a future middle-six scorer. Spence brings high effort, responsible two-way play and a solid track record for Canada. He's not the flashiest forward but has enough talent to play in a middle six and plays the way the Sharks want. Zonnon is a big winger who skates and shoots well enough to be a middle-six contributor in Calgary's forward pipeline. Potter's great skating and puck skill give the Flyers a dynamic, high-upside forward, even if his size and perimeter play do raise questions. (Photos of Matthew Schaefer and Michael Misa: Michael Miller / ISI Photos / Getty Images)
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Spotlight on Michael Misa as Saginaw Spirit forward emerges as elite playmaker ahead of 2025 NHL Draft
Michael Misa (via Getty Images) Michael Misa, an explosive center for the Ontario Hockey League's Saginaw Spirit, is rapidly making a name for himself as the 2025 NHL Draft's best prospect. His spectacular skating, phenomenal hockey IQ, and historically high level of offense make him a unanimous No. 1 overall pick candidate — especially for a team like the New York Islanders, which is in desperate need of a play-changing forward. Michael Misa provides Islanders, Sharks, or Blackhawks with premium-level offensive firepower Is Michael Misa an obvious pick for Sharks at No. 2 overall? With a resume already distinguishing himself as an exceptional status, OHL scoring titles, and a Memorial Cup championship, Michael Misa delivers more than potential — he delivers proven output. The 17-year-old winger recorded 134 points as a member of the Saginaw Spirit last season, pacing the league and tying with John Tavares for the most under-18 point total in the OHL since 2000. That combination of output and genealogy is the reason why teams like the New York Islanders, San Jose Sharks, and Chicago Blackhawks are keeping tabs. For a franchise such as the Islanders, which does not have top-end offensive prospects beyond Calum Ritchie and Cole Eiserman currently, Michael Misa would become an instant centerpiece of their rebuild. His skating and vision could pair with star forward Mathew Barzal and bring much-needed imagination to New York's locked-up forward corps. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Quando o fungo nas unhas não melhora, faça isso em casa (incrível) Acabe com os Fungo Undo Michael Misa is only the eighth player in OHL history to have been given exceptional status, which is bestowed upon players deemed ready to play at the major junior level a year ahead of schedule. Other names to have earned that moniker include Connor McDavid, John Tavares, and Aaron Ekblad — all eventual first-overall NHL draft picks. Although Misa has had a few injury setbacks on his path, he has always provided top-level production, with a full-range offensive arsenal and excellent leadership skills. In 2022–23, Misa fought through injury to pace Saginaw in points at age 15. He took his game up another notch the next season with 75 points in 65 games. This season, he dominated completely, finishing 10 points ahead of the next-best OHL scorer and helping the Spirit charge to a Memorial Cup title. A game-changing center with NHL first-line potential Misa's recent center success has drawn scouts from all around the league. Most young forwards spend years jumping between wing and center, but Misa thrived in the middle this season, playing with elite edge work, effortless puck control, and an ability to create controlled zone entries with ease. Experts such as Scott Wheeler and Corey Pronman of The Athletic call him a dynamic skater with misleading explosiveness, premium-level creativity, and the kind of potential to be a legitimate No. 1 center in the NHL. Why is Michael Misa such an asset to struggling NHL teams? The New York Islanders' offense has lacked consistency behind Mathew Barzal. Michael Misa would provide them with a ready-made scoring dynamo who could be the start of a new era for the franchise. The San Jose Sharks, already having Macklin Celebrini, could pair Misa with last year's No. 1 pick to create a frightening 1-2 center combination for the future. And for the Chicago Blackhawks, getting the playmaking minds around Connor Bedard is a priority. Having accumulated defensemen in recent drafts, Chicago could see Misa as the missing ingredient to unleash the maximum potential of Bedard. Also read: The Mock Draft of 2025: Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa top first-round predictions With comparisons to NHL stars and the stats to support them, Misa is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to alter the course of an NHL team on Day 1. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marry My Husband OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Japanese series ft. Fuka Koshiba and Takeru Satoh
Marry My Husband OTT Release Date: The much-awaited Japanese adaptation of the Korean hit drama is officially set to premiere on June 27, 2025, on Amazon Prime Video. The 10-episode series, directed by Ahn Gil-ho, will be available to stream worldwide in over 240 countries and territories. What is Marry My Husband all about? Marry My Husband first gained attention as a Korean web novel before it was turned into a webtoon and later a 2024 television drama. The story resonated with viewers for its unique blend of revenge, time travel, and emotional growth. Now, the Japanese version is offering a fresh take, localised for a new audience while sticking to the emotional depth and drama that made the original a hit. The series follows Misa, a woman who's spent her life putting others first, always the 'supporting character' in her own story. That ends when her world collapses after discovering her husband is having an affair with her best friend. As if that betrayal isn't devastating enough, she is killed. But fate has other plans: Misa wakes up 10 years in the past, with a rare second chance to do life differently. This time around, Misa is not interested in being the quiet, nice woman who sacrifices her happiness. Instead, she sets out on a path of revenge, determined to reclaim her voice and change her destiny. But her journey takes a surprising turn when she crosses paths with Wataru Suzuki, a Section Chief who didn't exist in her first timeline. As their connection deepens, Misa's story begins to shift from one driven by vengeance to one of rediscovery, empowerment, and possibly love. More about Marry My Husband The Japanese cast includes Fuka Koshiba as Misa, Takeru Satoh as Wataru Suzuki, along with Sei Shiraishi and Yû Yokoyama in pivotal roles. Marry My Husband is being produced by CJ ENM Japan, Studio Dragon, Jayuro Pictures Entertainment, and Shochiku Studios. The screenplay is written by Satomi Oshima, known for her storytelling in Japanese dramas such as 1 Litre of Tears.
New York Times
20-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
What might the San Jose Sharks do with the No. 2 NHL Draft pick?
Winning the NHL Draft lottery for a second straight year would have been a lot for the San Jose Sharks. Until fortune struck for them last summer, they had never won the lottery since the league introduced it in 1995. Mind you, the Sharks weren't in that position for much of the last three decades. Consistent success and numerous playoff berths don't result in getting a seat at the lottery table, much less a prime one. Besides, the Sharks might have drawn some comparisons to the Edmonton Oilers, who landed the No. 1 pick in three consecutive years and four times in a six-year span. That's both good, given how the Oilers accumulated first-rate talent, or bad, in that they have yet to turn that fortune into a Stanley Cup championship. Advertisement The Sharks getting the No. 1 pick again, after landing Macklin Celebrini last year, would have been a bonus. That won't happen, since the New York Islanders jumped up from the No. 10 position to win the lottery, but drafting at No. 2 won't be a bad thing for San Jose. The Sharks are less likely to add potential franchise defenseman Matthew Schaefer, who's expected to go off the board first, but they're not feeling particularly disappointed about getting to choose next. 'We're going to get a good player,' Sharks general manager Mike Grier said following the lottery. 'Whenever you're picking at the top of the draft, there's going to be some really good players available. We're excited about the opportunity.' If it's destined for Schaefer to call Long Island home, does that mean Grier will call out the name of Michael Misa on June 27? Should the Sharks start printing No. 77 jerseys with the Saginaw Spirit star's name on the back? Or might they go in another direction to further boost a well-stocked prospect pool that was The Athletic's choice for No. 1 in the league? In 2022, Misa became the eighth player granted exceptional status by Hockey Canada to play in Canadian major junior hockey as a 15-year-old. Current NHL players John Tavares, Aaron Ekblad, Connor McDavid, Joe Veleno, Shane Wright and Connor Bedard were also granted such status. Now 18, Misa has lived up to that with a stellar junior career. Last year, Misa won the Memorial Cup with Saginaw as the team's second-leading scorer behind Zayne Parekh. Individual honors came Misa's way in his massive draft season as he led the Ontario Hockey League with 134 points. His 62 goals (up from 29 in 2023-24) tied him with Patrick Kane for the most by an OHL player in a draft-eligible year. He earned league Most Outstanding Player honors. Advertisement The Sharks have plenty of forward talent in their system. But when you're picking that high, you take the best player available. All draft projections have Misa as that player, after Schaefer. And it's easy to imagine the product of Oakville, Ontario, who has drawn many comparisons to fellow Greater Toronto Area native Tavares, in the San Jose lineup. Because of his ability to play wing and center, Misa could slot behind Celebrini as the Sharks' future 2C or shift to the wing if they're determined to have Will Smith play in the middle. Smith's growth throughout his rookie season and his chemistry with Celebrini could make it tempting for Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky to leave things as is and play Misa at the position he favors. Misa returned to center in 2024-25 after playing on the wing the year before. 'Just felt more confident down there,' Misa said on an ESPN interview. 'Played there growing up in minor hockey. That transition definitely helped me. But being able to play both positions also helps. It was good overall.' The Sharks have had plenty of viewings of Misa. They like that he isn't solely focused on the offensive side of the ice. And it didn't hurt that Igor Chernyshov, their third selection in the 2024 draft (and the No. 33 overall pick), instantly clicked with Misa once he joined the Spirit after recovering from shoulder surgery. 'He plays a good 200-foot game,' Grier said of Misa. 'He's got a heavy stick. Sees the ice well, can make plays. I think he played in all situations and he kind of has a knack for scoring goals. Really, really solid year this year. I think we've seen him a bunch even going back to last year scouting Parekh. 'Good player. Like I said, when you're at the top of the draft, there's lots of good players available. He's one of them.' It feels like this draft is set up for San Jose to welcome Misa to the Bay Area. But what if the Islanders don't take Schaefer at No. 1? If there is one area where the Sharks aren't overflowing with high-end prospect talent, it's on defense. There are some promising players – Luca Cagnoni, Leo Sahlin Wallenius, Mattias Havelid and Eric Pohlkamp, to name a few – so it's not as if the blue-line pipeline is empty. Shakir Mukhamadullin is set to play his first full NHL season. Advertisement Let's not forget that atop that group sits Sam Dickinson, the No. 11 choice last year, who had 29 goals and 91 points in the regular season to trail only Parekh (the No. 9 pick in 2024 for Calgary) among OHL defensemen, and who amassed another 31 points in 17 playoff games for the champion London Knights. But if Schaefer were to stay on the board, there's no way the Sharks could pass on someone projected to become an impact No. 1 defenseman. Such a scenario won't play out – unless the Islanders have a reason to choose someone else. James Hagens might be that someone else. Hagens, 18, grew up as a diehard Islanders fan in Hauppauge, N.Y. At one point, he was projected as the No. 1 pick, and while his stock has slid somewhat, he had a productive freshman season at Boston College. Despite the Eagles being led by returning standouts Ryan Leonard and Gabriel Perreault, Hagens had 37 points to rank third on the team. Hagens would make for the ideal hometown-kid storyline. That's not to say the Islanders will do that, or that it's even a smart choice given that Schaefer is the one seen as the clear-cut No. 1 pick. Still, they could pull a surprise and take Hagens. Or they could see what teams that are highly interested in Schaefer might offer in a trade — in addition to their own high selection. Would the Sharks consider a package that enticed the Islanders to move off the No. 1 pick in order to secure Schaefer? 'I haven't really given that much thought, to be honest with you, and I don't know what the Islanders are thinking, what they're going to do with the pick themselves,' Grier said. 'We'll take some time to let this kind of marinate a little bit and go through our options, and we'll kind of see where that goes.' Grier simply could be keeping every option open. That also could include moving down from No. 2 if it meant getting an additional player who could help the Sharks improve now. 'If there's a package out there that someone presents us with, we'll have to think it through and see if it makes sense for us to do,' Grier said. 'I'm always trying to be open-minded to things like that.' Advertisement Smoke screens are often sent out by teams ahead of the draft. As much as the idea of a team trading a top-five pick brings intrigue and excitement, teams simply do not move them in the salary-cap era. Anaheim Ducks rookie Cutter Gauthier, the No. 5 overall selection in 2022, was traded, but only after the Philadelphia Flyers drafted him and he requested a move 18 months later. Any team, whether it's the Islanders or anyone else with No. 1 overall, is going to ask for a huge price to even consider a trade. And it's generally not worth it for a team to surrender multiple quality assets simply to move up a few spots, when it could get a similar-level player with its own high pick. The Sharks have an overflowing prospect pool, but is acquiring Schaefer worth losing a quality player or multiple draft picks? Drafting at No. 2 is an enviable position. The Sharks could have a lot to think about – or nothing to ponder at all. (Photo of Michael Misa: Kevin Sousa / Getty Images)
Black America Web
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Misa Hylton Doesn't Play About Her Son Justin Combs, Drops An Heartfelt IG Post Amid Diddy Trial
Source: Anadolu / Getty In a recent Instagram post, style icon and fashion architect Misa Hylton offered a glimpse into her private healing journey, both physical and emotional. Known for her decades-long influence on hip-hop fashion and her layered history with music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Misa spoke directly to her followers about her recent injury, motherhood, and a controversial appearance at Diddy's trial. Misa decided to address internet chatter in her own way. 'God is good all the time!' she began in her May 17 post. 'Yes, I'm good, everyone. I'm on my healing journey.' She revealed that although she initially chose to recover in private, the moment her son Justin Combs—her child with Diddy—said, 'Mommy, I need you,' she showed up for him, 'walker and all.' (Cameras caught Misa reportedly leaving the Diddy trial this past week). With grace and conviction, she reminded the world of her top priority: 'I'm a MOTHER FIRST, FOR REAL, and I am my son's strength, and that's just what it is.' Her statement comes amid ongoing public scrutiny surrounding Diddy, who is currently in legal battles from multiple allegations, charges, and ramifications. News outlets have reported on Misa's appearance, Cassie's testimony, Diddy's children in the courtroom, and the like. Source: John Lamparski / Getty Misa and Diddy share a long, complicated past, including creative collaboration and co-parenting challenges. The two began dating in the early '90s, when Misa helped shape the iconic look of acts like Jodeci and Mary J. Blige. In 1993, they welcomed Justin. While they've often presented a united front for their son, cracks in that unity surfaced when Misa publicly criticized Diddy following Justin's DUI arrest. She questioned the mogul's influence and the example being set. Months later, during the federal raid of Diddy's properties, Misa again defended her son and condemned what she called 'racially biased aggression' by law enforcement. In her most recent post, she didn't mention Combs by name, but there's no denying the timing of the post. Misa's words reflect her courage to navigate public pressure, be a mother, and heal. 'I have a purpose-filled life that I live daily. I make impact,' she wrote. 'I'm not concerned with insecure people attempting to project their insecurities onto me. EVER.' SEE ALSO Misa Hylton Doesn't Play About Her Son Justin Combs, Drops An Heartfelt IG Post Amid Diddy Trial was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
