For a very long time, Shane Wright has been considered to be the first overall pick in the 2022 draft. However, many doubt that he is the best player in the draft and believe that he doesn't have what it takes to go first.
The principal, however, is confident that he is indeed the man for the job. On Hockey Central, he mentioned deserving the honor of going out at number one.
In addition to demonstrating his desire to come out on top, Wright mentioned that he likes to watch, and be inspired by, two NHL players, Patrice Bergeron and Auston Matthews.
If Wright were to become just a shadow of those two players, the team that drafts him will have quite a player in their lineup. We'll know this Tuesday night who will have the chance to draft first overall as the NHL lottery takes place. The Canadiens have a 25% chance of finishing the night with the first overall pick.
