In a recent mock draft by The Athletic, NHL prospects writer Corey Pronman predicts the New York Rangers will select defenseman Carson Carels with the No. 5 overall pick. Carels, who tallied 20 goals and 53 assists in 58 games for the Prince George Cougars, is committed to playing NCAA hockey at the University of North Dakota next season. Ranked third among North American skaters, he is noted for his two-way play and physicality. Other potential defensemen for the Rangers include Alberts Šmits and Keaton Verhoeff.
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