The NHL Draft kicks off on Friday as the hockey world welcomes a new crop of players into the professional ranks. The Predators have the No. 10 overall pick and 11 selections across two days and seven rounds of action, creating a great opportunity for Nashville to build for the future. The Nashville Predators have made 28 first round picks since the franchise's inception in 1998. Let's look back at each selection before the organization makes its 2026 first round pick. September 24, 2010; Raleigh, NC, USA; Nashville Predators center David Legwand (11) carries the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes at the RBC Center. The Predators defeated the Hurricanes 2-1. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images / James Guillory-Imagn ImagesDec 13, 2005; Sunrise, FL, USA; Nashville Predators goalie (31) Brian Finley gave up 7 goals in his NHL debut against the Florida Panthers at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, FL. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images Copyright © 2005 Jason Parkhurst / Jason Parkhurst-Imagn ImagesNov 1, 2017; San Jose, CA, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Scott Hartnell (17) in the game against the San Jose Sharks during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images / Stan Szeto-Imagn ImagesDan Hamhuis (5) D, 6' 1\", 204 lbs, born: Dec 13, 1982 in Smithers, British Columbia, Canada