The NHL Entry Draft is an annual event where teams in the National Hockey League select eligible players to join their rosters. This draft typically takes place in June and includes players from various leagues, including junior, college, and international teams. The order of selection is determined by a lottery system for non-playoff teams, while playoff teams pick in reverse order of their regular-season standings. During the draft, teams aim to acquire young talent to develop into future stars. Each team has a set amount of time to make their selections, and the event generates excitement among fans and players alike as they anticipate the future of their favorite franchises.