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Hauppauge's James Hagens Anticipated to be National Hockey League's First Draft Pick

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By Published: December 27 2024

LongIsland.com

Hagens, a NCAA player representing Boston College, most recently represented the United States at the 2024 IIHF World U18 Championships.

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James Hagens. Credit: Boston College

18-year-old Long Island resident has been tearing up the ice during both college play and on the international stage, and is currently projected to be the first pick in the National Hockey League's upcoming draft this June at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. 
 
Hagens, a NCAA player representing Boston College and hailing from Hauppauge, most recently represented the United States at the 2024 IIHF World U18 Championships, leading in scoring with nine goals and 13 assists, winning a silver medal and being named the tournament MVP and Best Forward by the IIHF Directorate.
 
Previously playing for the U.S. National Team Development Program, where he scored an impressive 187 points over two seasons, Hagens jointed Boston College earlier in 2024, where he plays alongside his older brother, Michael.
 
Hagens' next game is the Junior World Championship against Latvia on Saturday, December 28.