text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_2781227_1 (nhl_team VARCHAR, player VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  How many NHL teams is Denis Pederson a draft pick for?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT COUNT(nhl_team) FROM table_2781227_1 WHERE player = "Denis Pederson"