The 2013 NHL draft class is being talked about as one of the deepest in recent memory in terms of talent. There is little doubt that the very top of the draft board features prospects with game-changing talent, with names like Nate MacKinnon and Seth Jones being labeled as franchise players.
In addition to the top prospects, there are a number of players who continue to climb the draft ladder based on recent strong play. Now that we are near the end of the amateur season, here is a look at five late-rising players who are climbing up the draft rankings.
Valentin Zykov, RW, Baie-Comeau Drakkar (QMJHL)
Draft projection: 25-45
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Grant Sonier
Grant Sonier has scouted for six NHL organizations over the past 13 years, most recently for the Atlanta Thrashers during the 2010-11 season. He is a special contributor to ESPN Insider.
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Victoria Matiash has served as a Fantasy Hockey columnist for ESPN.com since 2007, and contributor to NHL Rumor Central since 2010. She lives in Toronto.
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