NHL reporter caught deleting photo that shows possible draft order

Today's NHL Draft Lottery is buzzing with excitement, especially with the potential of Macklin Celebrini going first overall. Amidst this anticipation, a photo posted by reporter John Buccigross has sparked a flurry of speculation and confusion online, and even more confusion after he quickly deleted the photo.

Buccigross, reporting from the event, shared an image that seemed to reveal the draft lottery results before the official announcement. To add to it; did you know that each year, the NHL draft lottery is never live? It's always pre-recorded.

According to this image, San Jose would snag the first pick, a brand-new team from Utah would come in second, and the Montreal Canadiens would be sixth.

If this were true, San Jose would pick Celebrini, Utah could draft Ivan Demidov, and the Canadiens would move back a spot.

However, it's crucial to note that these results are not official. Some NHL insiders have clarified that the photo circulating online is likely just a test for the graphics and not the real draft results.

Despite this, the photo has already convinced many fans that Buccigross has leaked tonight's outcomes.

The mix-up has created quite a buzz, with fans and analysts stirring discussions and sharing the image across social platforms.

It would indeed be a bizarre twist if the scenario from Buccigross's photo played out exactly as shown when the actual results are announced at 6:30 PM, but the chances are very slim and it would be a mere coincidence.

For now, NHL fans are advised to wait for the official results later today and take the circulating photo with a grain of salt.

The excitement is part of the fun, but it's important to separate fact from speculation as we approach the official announcement.