Zayne Parekh Scouting Report

Element is easy to identify - Transitional / 2-way 'D' on projection - brain to be used in a variety of roles - excels on the PP - can QB the top unit and make plays from the top of the zone, walk the line, cycle/carry pucks down low on his own - a bit of a forward's approach from a defenceman- skating stride is sound - mechanics could use a bit more of a knee bend/power out of the gate but it's not an issue / he will get more explosive as he matures - defending is a work in progress at this level - there are times he ends up on the high side of his man on the half wall and gives up a lane to the net or down towards the goal line - can't teach offense and this kid has a creative brain - small details and added strength will need to consistently improve in coming months