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Tij Iginla Selected by Utah in the 2024 NHL Draft: Live Updates

June 28, 2024

With trade rumours swirling everywhere around the league, some pre-draft moves already over, uncertainty in the order players will be picked after first overall — and, of course, free agency on the horizon — the 2024 NHL Draft is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in years.

Beginning at 7:00 p.m. ET/4:00 PT, catch Round 1 of the NHL Draft on Sportsnet, live from the Sphere in Las Vegas. We’ll see 32 players picked on Friday night, before Rounds 2-7 get going on Saturday.

As the first round unfolds, you can also follow along here in our live blog, which will touch on the players who are picked, analyze any trades that go down, and make sense of what it all means for the 2024-25 NHL season, and beyond.

In a surprising turn of events, Tij Iginla, a highly touted prospect from Canada, was selected by the Utah Jazz in the 2024 NHL Draft. The 18-year-old defenseman has been making waves in the junior hockey circuit with his exceptional skills and hockey IQ.

Iginla, who hails from Calgary, Alberta, is known for his smooth skating ability, strong defensive play, and offensive prowess. Standing at 6’2″ and weighing in at 200 pounds, he is a physical presence on the ice and has the potential to become a top defenseman in the NHL.

The Utah Jazz, who had the 10th overall pick in the draft, saw something special in Iginla and decided to take a chance on him. With their aging defense core, the Jazz are hoping that Iginla can step in and make an immediate impact on their blue line.

Fans and analysts alike are excited to see how Iginla will fare in the NHL and how he will adjust to the faster pace and higher level of competition. Many believe that he has the potential to become a franchise player for the Jazz and lead them to success in the future.

Stay tuned for more updates on Tij Iginla and his journey in the NHL as he looks to make a name for himself in the league. With his talent and determination, there’s no doubt that he will be a player to watch in the coming seasons.