As we are an hour and a half away from the draft, here are some thoughts on what I heard.

The obvious choice for No. 1 is Steven Stamkos, that announcement was indeed made by the Lightning.

Evgeni Malkin has rumored to have been offered $15 million in NHL money in Russia ($12.5 million tax free per-season). Malkin's agent, has told the Toronto Globe and Mail that the rumor is not true and that his client is not interested in going back to Russia.

Thrashers named their coach, John Anderson, three hours prior to the Draft.

And finally, Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli and the team will most likely stay put at No. 16, but, did make inquiries about possibly moving up.

Thats all I have for now. I'll be back later tonight with some day one thoughts, but for now I'm going to be on my way to the Bruins Draft Party. Hope to see you there.

Rosie