The Blackhawks used 11 picks in this year's draft, including the No. 1 overall selection. So they had a great opportunity to build a deep, talented class, and they nailed it. And that started with their obvious selection of Connor Bedard at No. 1.

Bedard has the potential to become a star in the NHL, and it may not take long for the 17-year-old forward to reach that level. As soon as he shows up in Chicago, he'll immediately make the Blackhawks a better team.

But Bedard isn't the sole reason for Chicago's successful draft showing. The Blackhawks also came away from the first round with Oliver Moore, another talented center who they selected at No. 19. He's one of the fastest skaters in this year's class.

Chicago also took a solid goalie in Adam Gajan (No. 35 overall) with one of its three second-round picks. The Blackhawks then used the later rounds to replenish the franchise's depth, setting themselves up for much better results in the future.