Where Would Coyotes’ Dylan Guenther Be Drafted 3 Years Later?

The NHL Draft has to be one of the most fascinating aspects of the sport. The players’ lives are changed forever, and the teams spend countless hours drafting a player at such a young age. Statistically, most players don’t pan out; only a few come out on top. When the Arizona Coyotes hired general manager Bill Armstrong, it was clear that he had lots of figuring out to do, especially with the roster at hand. After numerous trades, the Coyotes acquired the ninth overall selection in the 2021 NHL Draft, ultimately drafting winger Dylan Guenther.

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Guenther, who was recalled from the Tucson Roadrunners almost three months ago, has since lit up the NHL. His dynamic speed and shot have allowed him to easily fit in with head coach André Tourigny’s system. Now that he will likely remain in the NHL for the rest of his young career, where would he go if the 2021 Draft class was redrafted?

Dylan Guenther’s Career So Far

Like many players, Guenther’s career has had several ups and downs. After the sharp-shooter was drafted in 2021, he spent the following season with the Edmonton Oil Kings in the Western Hockey League (WHL). He impressed, notching 45 goals and 91 points in 59 games. He also tallied an additional 21 points in 16 playoff games, helping the Oil Kings win the Ed Chynoweth Cup. After the 2021-22 season concluded, he cracked the Coyotes roster, and there was plenty of buzz around him.

He was given a shot to prove his ability at the NHL level. It was also a good test for Armstrong and the rest of the coaching staff to see where his game was at. After recording six goals and 15 points in 33 games, he was sent back down to the WHL, where his rights were traded to the Seattle Thunderbirds. It was a smart move, as he’d been struggling, and the Coyotes were in no way going to contend for a playoff spot. With the Thunderbirds, he put up 13 goals and 29 points in 20 games and 28 points in 16 playoff games. The Thunderbirds also won the Ed Chynoweth Cup, so Guenther won the championship in back-to-back years.

It’s also fair to point out Guenther played for Team Canada at the World Junior Championship in 2023, scoring the golden goal and securing gold for Canada. Now, the expectations were much higher for the 2023-24 season, and while he didn’t crack the roster, he was given an ample opportunity with the Roadrunners. Down the I-10, he…