NHL Teams Gear Up for the Draft: Steve Staios Weighs In. As the National Hockey League prepares for its annual entry draft, anticipation is building among fans and teams alike. The 2023 NHL Entry Draft is just around the corner, and with it comes the opportunity for franchises to shape their futures through the selection of young talent. Steve Staios, the Vancouver Canucks' director of player personnel, took to the podium to address the media in a pre-draft press conference, offering insight into the team's strategy and expectations for the big day. With a deep pool of prospects to choose from, Staios and the Canucks will be looking to make savvy picks that could propel the team towards a brighter future.