I will make nucks&flames picks for him while he is away...
The Chicago Blackhawks are pleased to select forward Mike York and left winger Cory Stillman. York's versatility, sound defensive play and good offensive skills will benefit their young team, while Stillman brings a lot of offense to the fray and has improved defensively.
The Vancouver Canucks are pleased to select center Henrik Sedin and left winger Daniel Sedin with their two picks after making a handshake agreement with the Caps that the Caps would not take them. The Sedins will provide the Canucks with the backbone for a good second line.
The Washington Capitals are pleased to select goaltender Kevin Weekes and defenseman Paul Mara to help round out their young team. With Weekes between the pipes and Mara, Brad Stuart and Richard Jackman on defense, the Caps should be a solid defensive team.