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Old 03-31-2006, 07:09 PM
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COLUMBUS, OHIO -- The Columbus Blue Jackets will host the 2007 National Hockey League Entry Draft at Nationwide Arena, Blue Jackets President and General Manager Doug MacLean and the NHL announced today. The draft will be held on Saturday, June 23, 2007.

"On behalf of our organization, led by John H. McConnell, the Blue Jackets are extremely proud and honored to be selected to host the 2007 Entry Draft at Nationwide Arena," said MacLean. "To have the Draft held here is a testament to the tremendous support of our fans who have proven without a shadow of a doubt that Columbus is becoming one of the premier hockey cities in the world."
Since making their NHL debut in 2000, the Blue Jackets have hosted a number of premier hockey events. In November 2005, the U.S. Women's Hockey Team held practices and a pre-Olympics game against arch-rival Canada at Nationwide Arena. In August 2004, Team USA held its training camp for the World Cup of Hockey Tournament and played two pre-tournament games against Canada and Russia in Columbus. In 2003, the club hosted NHL StreetFest featuring NHL Breakout The Championships, the world's largest outdoor off-ice hockey championships that attracted a record number participants and fans from across the United States and Canada. In 2002, a record crowd of over 4,000 attended the Seventh Annual Willie O'Ree All-Star Game at Nationwide Arena in support of the NHL's Diversity Task Force program.

"The Entry Draft is one of the most important events on our calendar, as it marks the culmination of one season and casts all eyes toward the bright future that awaits," said NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman. "We are extremely pleased the Blue Jackets have created the opportunity to share all the excitement with their fans."

In Columbus, NHL club executives, scouts and coaches will be present on the Entry Draft floor while over 10,000 fans and more than 500 print, television and radio media also are expected. The Draft is expected to attract approximately 3,000 visitors to the city, accounting for 4,500 room nights and approximately $3 million in visitor spending.

"On behalf of the Greater Columbus Sports Commission and our entire hospitality industry, we look forward to welcoming the world to Columbus when we host the National Hockey League Entry Draft in Columbus in June 2007," said Linda Logan, Greater Columbus Sports Commission Executive Director. "The Entry Draft will not only be a tremendous economic boost for our city, but it will also bring tremendous visibility and national media attention to our community, all of which is invaluable as we continue to promote Columbus as a premier sports destination in the United States." (NHL.com 3/21/06)

Hey now...we are throwing around the words Columbus and "great hockey cities of the world" ...in the same sentence...how cool is that?
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Old 03-31-2006, 07:29 PM
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Hey, I might have to trek a few hours west and go see that!
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Hey, I might have to trek a few hours west and go see that!
Aaah, don't make me envy your position...
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What was really cool is how in a pregame interview with Doug MacLean he was stating that Columbus may be picking in the 30th or 29th position when the draft is here. I know, I know this maybe a stretch but it is fun to dream...
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What was really cool is how in a pregame interview with Doug MacLean he was stating that Columbus may be picking in the 30th or 29th position when the draft is here. I know, I know this maybe a stretch but it is fun to dream...
Hey man, the Blue Jackets are what dreams are made of...when this board fills up with people jumping on the band wagon, you can point out that you were there at the start of the dream...
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Old 04-01-2006, 03:26 PM
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Hey man, the Blue Jackets are what dreams are made of...when this board fills up with people jumping on the band wagon, you can point out that you were there at the start of the dream...
Yes indeed...I'm new to the board but fan since the beginning. I just found this board and this is great!
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NHL Entry Draft History Since 1969


Year
Site
First Overall Pick (Club)


1969
Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
Rejean Houle (Montreal)


1970
Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
Gilbert Perreault (Buffalo)


1971
Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
Guy Lafleur (Montreal)


1972
Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
Billy Harris (NY Islanders)


1973
Mount Royal Hotel, Montreal
Denis Potvin (NY Islanders)


1974
NHL Montreal Office
Greg Joly (Washington)


1975
NHL Montreal Office
Mel Bridgman (Philadelphia)


1976
NHL Montreal Office
Rick Green (Washington)


1977
NHL Montreal Office
Dale McCourt (Detroit)


1978
Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
Bobby Smith (Minnesota)


1979
Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal
Rob Ramage (Colorado)


1980
Montreal Forum
Doug Wickenheiser (Montreal)


1981
Montreal Forum
Dale Hawerchuk (Winnipeg)


1982
Montreal Forum
Gord Kluzak (Boston)


1983
Montreal Forum
Brian Lawton (Minnesota)


1984
Montreal Forum
Mario Lemieux (Pittsburgh)


1985
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Wendel Clark (Toronto)


1986
Montreal Forum
Joe Murphy (Detroit)


1987
Joe Louis Arena, Detroit
Pierre Turgeon (Buffalo)


1988
Montreal Forum
Mike Modano (Minnesota)


1989
Met Sports Center, Bloomington
Mats Sundin (Quebec)


1990
B.C. Place, Vancouver
Owen Nolan (Quebec)


1991
Memorial Auditorium, Buffalo
Eric Lindros (Quebec)


1992
Montreal Forum
Roman Hamrlik (Tampa Bay)


1993
Colisee de Quebec
Alexandre Daigle (Ottawa)


1994
Hartford Civic Center
Ed Jovanovski (Florida)


1995
Edmonton Coliseum
Bryan Berard (Ottawa)


1996
Kiel Center, St. Louis
Chris Phillips (Ottawa)


1997
Civic Arena, Pittsburgh
Joe Thornton (Boston)


1998
Marine Midland Arena, Buffalo
Vincent Lecavalier (Tampa Bay)


1999
FleetCenter, Boston
Patrik Stefan (Atlanta)


2000
Saddledome, Calgary
Rick DiPietro (NY Islanders)


2001
National Car Rental Center, Sunrise, FL
Ilya Kovalchuk (Atlanta)


2002
Air Canada Centre, Toronto
Rick Nash (Columbus)


2003
Gaylord Entertainment Center, Nashville, TN
Marc-Andre Fleury (Pittsburgh)


2004
Entertainment & Sports Arena, Raleigh, NC
Alexander Ovechkin (Washington)


2005
Ottawa Westin Hotel, Ottawa
Sidney Crosby (Pittsburgh)


2006
General Motors Place, Vancouver
TBD


2007
Nationwide Arena, Columbus
TBD
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You have to be kidding me... I am pretty sure I had nightmares about such a scenario.
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You have to be kidding me... I am pretty sure I had nightmares about such a scenario.
Got it marked down on your calender right?
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