The 1997 NHL Entry Draft was the 35th NHL Entry Draft. It was held at the Civic Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on June 21, 1997. As of 2022, the only remaining active player in the NHL from the 1997 draft class is Joe Thornton. Selections by round Club teams are located in North America unless otherwise noted. Round one Round two Round three Round four Round five Round six Round seven Round eight Round nine Draftees based on nationality Active Players See also 1997–98 NHL season List of NHL first overall draft choices List of NHL players References External links prosportstransactions.com: 1997 NHL Entry Draft Pick NHL.com: NHL.com - Players 1997 NHL Entry Draft player stats at The Internet Hockey Database Draft National Hockey League Entry Draft 1990s in Pittsburgh