2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft Hosted by Los Angeles Kings and City

he 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ will be announced at a later date. For historical information, including past draft selections, visit records.nhl.com/draft. NHL Network and NHL.com will provide extensive coverage of the event. NHL Social™ will have exclusive coverage on all social platforms, and those looking to join the conversation can use the official hashtag #NHLDraft. Fans can sign up for news and information on all NHL events at nhl.com/draft. To read the full NHL release, click here.

The 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft™ is set to bring excitement to the city of Los Angeles on June 27-28, 2025, at L.A. Live’s Peacock Theater. This marks the second time that Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Kings will host this prestigious event, with the last Draft being held in the city back in 2010.

The Draft will be spread over two days, with Round 1 taking place on Friday, June 27, live on ESPN, ESPN+, Sportsnet, and TVA Sports. On Saturday, June 28, Rounds 2-7 will be broadcasted live on NHL Network, ESPN+, Sportsnet, and SN1. The Peacock Theater will welcome top prospects, fans, and media, with NHL club executives, scouts, and coaches participating virtually.

Steve Mayer, President of NHL Events & Content, highlighted the significance of holding the NHL Draft in a city like Los Angeles, known for its stars. The support from the Kings, LA Tourism, and Upper Deck promises a top-notch event with innovative approaches. More details will be unveiled in the coming months.

Luc Robitaille, President of the Kings, expressed his excitement about bringing the NHL Draft back to Los Angeles, emphasizing the opportunity to showcase future hockey stars to loyal fans and the broader hockey community.

Upper Deck’s return as the NHL Draft title sponsor for the fourth consecutive year solidifies their commitment to the league and its fans. Known for their trading card innovations, Upper Deck has been a cornerstone of the trading card industry and continues to push boundaries with its e-Pack® platform.

Stay tuned for ticket information, fan events, and further details on the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft™, set to be announced soon. For a trip down memory lane, check out past draft selections at records.nhl.com/draft. Join the conversation with #NHLDraft on social media and sign up for NHL event news at nhl.com/draft. To read the full NHL announcement, simply click here.