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“That not true with this draft — this is an excellent draft.”

It’s why Jim Benning isn’t expected to part with the 10th-overall selection because the Canucks’ current GM believes depth of talent will allow him to secure a future core player. And the cost of even moving up a few spots — swapping first-round picks and surrendering a second — is too risky because Benning is buoyed by prospects who may still be on the board with his second-round (40th) and third-round (71st) choices Saturday.

“I know when you have the draft in your building that there’s a temptation to move up and make some noise and do all those things — it would be cool,” added Burke. “In getting ready for this draft, I’ve talked to 10 general managers who are just raving about it.

“I would be shocked if anybody moved high picks. The magic number is No. 11 or 12 and teams feel after that the next 15 picks you could pick out of a hat. They think there’s a wedge at 11 or 12 — and that obviously depends on the GM picking.”

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What made the Sedins’ scenario come to draft fruition was Burke’s willingness to listen to reason, which is hard for the stubborn Irishman, and put his faith in those around him — especially scout Thomas Gradin.

“Thomas was on the Sedins the summer before their draft, so it was the perfect storm,” stressed Burke. “We had a scout who believed in them, a terrible first round (1999) and teams that didn’t go to the world championship. They only had the World Juniors to judge from.”