How Many 2013 Draft Picks Will Play In The NHL Next Season?

10.  Valeri Nichushkin

Jun 30, 2013; Newark, NJ, USA; Valeri Nichushkin poses for a photo with team officials after being introduced as the number ten overall pick to the Dallas Stars during the 2013 NHL Draft at the Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports

The Stars have dealt away a number of their veteran forwards in the last 4 months to commence a rebuild under new GM Jim Nill.  Nichushkin has played against men in the KHL and should be able to crack the Stars’ lineup right out of the box.