First Overall Picks Don't Win Stanley Cups

I'm sure you're thinking "has this guy ever watched a hockey game?" Yes, there have been first overall draft picks who have hoisted the Stanley Cup. However, since 1980, only 8 players have done so. You won't believe these names!

List of First Overall Draft Picks With a Stanley Cup Ring

1. Mario Lemieux: Pittsburgh Penguins 1984

2. Joe Murphy: Detroit Red Wings 1986 (Won With Edmonton Oilers)

3. Mike Modano: Minnesota North Stars 1988

4. Vincent Lecavalier: Tampa Bay Lightning 1998

5. Marc-Andre Fleury: Pittsburgh Penguins 2003

6. Alexander Ovechkin: Washington Capitals 2004

7. Sidney Crosby: Pittsburgh Penguins 2005

8. Patrick Kane: Chicago Blackhawks 2007

Historically, most first overall draft picks retire without a Stanley Cup Ring. Conversely, there seems to be a significant amount of players who have had a drastic impact on the success of their team, specifically near the beginning of the salary cap era. What do you think? Should teams consider trading first overall picks in exchange for 2 first round draft picks?

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