Wang breaks new ice in NHL draft

Teenager becomes highest-picked Chinese player after being selected at No 33 by San Jose Sharks

LOS ANGELES — Wang Haoxi was proud to become the highest-drafted Chinese-born player, when the San Jose Sharks selected him Saturday with the first pick of the second round of the 2025 NHL Draft.

The big defenseman is also confident he won't hold that distinction for long.

"It's an unreal moment for my family and for hockey in China," Wang said. "Just a really surreal moment, a dream-come-true moment. I hope I've inspired a lot of kids back home."