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David Pavek

David is a sports journalist with ten years of experience, especially in European soccer and the NHL. He has covered the league extensively and even worked for the NHL at European events. Outside of Yardbarker, he takes care of content strategy at Flashscore.

July 30, 2025  |  Edmonton Oilers

Connor McDavid was drafted by a surprising club before becoming an NHL superstar

A year before he was even drafted first overall by the Edmonton Oilers, McDavid was a part of another rather surprising draft.