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The Sabres missed the playoffs for the 10th consecutive season and had the best odds for the No. 1 pick. Owen Power, from the University of Michigan, is most widely projected to be taken first.

Colin Blackwell and Conor Garland scored two goals apiece Thursday, and the United States advanced to the semifinals of hockey's world championship with a 6-1 victory over Slovakia.

From the upsets to the controversies to the incredible atmospheres with massive live crowds in some arenas, here are the top things that have stuck out so far.

Mikko Rantanen scored a power-play goal in overtime, lifting the Avalanche to a 3-2 win and a 2-0 series lead over the Golden Knights, who weren't pleased with a critical slashing call.