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Derek Stepan
Birthday: 1990-06-18 | Position: C |
Eligible for draft: 2008 | Shoots: Right |
Drafted: 2008 | Height: 6-0 |
Acquired: 2nd round (51st overall), 2008 | Weight: 168 lbs. |
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2008 NHL Draft was huge success for New York Rangers![]() Photo: Derek Stepan (left) and Michael Del Zotto (right) have been key contributors to the New York Rangers. Both skaters were selected in the 2008 NHL Draft. (courtesy of Will Schneekloth/Icon SMI) In the most successful draft in recent memory, the New York Rangers selected seven players in 2008, including four who are currently playing in the NHL. Two of the four NHL skaters are key players in New York. Of the five 2008 draftees who are no longer with the organization, the Rangers got value in return for two. |