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| ROUND 1 | TEAM | ORIGINAL | PLAYER | DETAILS |
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| 1 |  | - | Productive 2 way defenseman. Not exactly a future Norris winner, but an elite #2/ Low-to-mid range #1 defender with ice time on the power play and maybe second penalty kill unit. | |
| 2 |  | - | Draft Pick ForfeitedOne of the few forwards I project as a solid top liner and power play staple. Future 40 goal, 75+ points guy. Both wing flexibility. Could be lethal if paired with playmaking center. | |
| 3 |  | - | Excellent size and offensive ability for a defenseman. Will have to gain some consistency in his own end, but could be a good #2 d-man in the NHL. Definitely a power play guy, but probably looked over on the penalty kill, which is a shame due to his size. | |
| 4 |  | - | This guy isn't talked about quite enough. Solid two-way game and has very good instincts in all three zones. Could actually end up as a low end #1 defenseman at the NHL level, but I think he's safer as a high end #2 that can play safely in all special teams situations. | |
| 5 |  | - | The perfect playmaking center. Good skater, decent shot but certainly more of a pass-first guy. I project him to be a solid top six center, maybe a first liner but probably no more than a 60-65 point player with penalty kill time, maybe second unit power play. Better defensively and plays smarter than Johnson, which is why he's higher. | |
| 6 |  | - | Purely offensive center, not much to offer in the way of a defensive game. Needs to bulk up. May benefit by switching to a winger spot due to lack of size and defensive ability. Probably a future first liner, but only if paired with defensively responsible wingers. Perennial 70-75 point player and definitely a power play mainstay. | |
| 7 |  | - | Elite goalie. Good puck tracking skills that make up for maybe a little more stiffness than last year's Askarov. More of a technically sound goalie than Askarov last year. Probably good enough to be in the NHL right now as a backup. Future Vezina candidate. | |
| 8 |  | - | Smart player with great puck skills. Can burn defenders in many ways. Has center flexibility, but his lack of size probably keeps him on the wing in the NHL. Not a great skater. I have one concerns about his ability to translate his game to the smaller rinks in North America due to lack of size and skating ability, but his skills with the puck make him an enticing selection. Future second line winger, 65 point upside. Second unit power play but avoid the penalty kill at all costs. May be more of a project than those above him. | |
| 9 |  | - | Elusive playmaking winger who can easily beat opposing defenders with his great speed and puck handling ability. Benefits greatly from the transition game and the larger rinks in Sweden make him, like Eklund, a little worrisome for me. Can play both wings. Potential low-end first liner, but would probably be best fit in a second-line spot with ample power play time. Perennial 60+ points but has potential for more if placed on a line with some good shooters. | |
| 10 |  | - | Not much in the way of an offensive game that will translate to the NHL, but Raty is a solid two-way center that can play wing when needed. He is a really strong skater and protects the puck extremely well. He will probably cap out as a middle-six center with penalty kill time, but his point totals really hard for me to predict with any sort of certainty. If I am right, and his offense doesn't translate well to the North American game, you may only be looking at like 30-35 points from him. At most, I'd say he hits 50. Definitely not a power play forward, but would fit in well on the top penalty kill unit. However, whoever drafts Raty is not drafting him with the aspirations of a top line, 80+ point player, as that's just not his game. Wouldn't be shocked to hear his name swirling around in the Selke conversation in the future. | |
| 11 |  | - | Excellent offensive center with great hockey sense and one of the best shots in the class. He is a little injury prone and has average at best skating ability, but has all of the tools to get past his lack of speed and agility with how good of a puck handler he is. He is also extremely one-dimensional, as he does not play defense at all. He is, however, the best face-off taker in the class. Potential 30 goal, 50-55 point player, but is definitely not a first liner. Second line and top power play is the best bet for him. | |
| 12 |  | - | Large frame and strong skater makes him an enticing option for the top 15 picks. However, Edvinsson is extremely raw in every facet of the game other than skating, which may too much of a risk to take with such a high selection. Needs to learn timing and positioning in his own end, as he is beaten very easily, despite his long reach and big frame. He is certainly a project, but may actually benefit from the smaller North American rinks. Edvinsson will struggle offensively in the NHL, but could become a decent #4/low-end #3 shut-down type defender with potential for second unit penalty killing. | |
| 13 |  | - | This kid should be higher on this list, as I think he is a top 5 (maybe even top 3) forward in this class. Elite playmaking ability, skating, and shooting makes him a nightmare in the offensive zone. A good hockey sense and an above-average defensive ability also compliments his offensive work. Needs to utilize his shot more often, and could benefit from a little more explosiveness. He could be an elite second liner at the NHL level and may become decent top liner. He's also an option for any special teams situation, but should be a great power play quarterback. | |
| 14 |  | - | Matthew Coronato | Natural scoring ability is hindered by lack of skating ability, but Coronato is a solid prospect that could very easily translate into NHL success. He plays a very consistent and well-rounded game that should be exciting for any team that takes him. Aside from skating, he is good at everything, but isn't great at anything, so he will need a lot of time to develop. Overall, Coronato projects as a solid 2C that can be relied on for 50-55 points and could play on both the power play and penalty kill, but probably not first unit for either. |
| 15 |  | - | Good skater and a high motor makes Stankoven really exciting to watch, but his lack of size scares me as a potential pickup. Stankoven is a little inconsistent on his passing game, but can sometimes make really difficult passes that are quite impressive. His shot is also quite lethal. He leaves a lot to be desired in terms of a defensive game, but could become a 50-55 point scorer in the NHL, gaining second line minutes with primary power play time. | |
| 16 |  | - | Hard working forward with above-average hands and a good shot. Has a real nose for the net that can make him hard to stop, but needs to learn to utilize his shot more often. He has developed as a passer throughout the year, which bodes well for his future. Robertsson seems to project as a future middle-six winger that can put up 25 goals, 45-50 points. Reminds me a little of a smaller Charlie Coyle but with a better shot. probably not your first choice for any special teams. | |
| 17 |  | - | Pro-ready size and defensive game gives Lambos the highest floor of any defenseman the class (yes you read that correctly). Lambos is good in transition and understands when to join the rush, but is also sound in his own end. However, his upside concerns me, as he really hasn't progressed at all since his early days last year in Winnipeg.e projects as a mediocre #3 d-man, probably best suited a a #4. Second unit special teams may also suit him well, but I'd hesitate on the power play. | |
| 18 |  | - | One of the best shots in the class, Duke is certainly not afraid to use it. However, he needs to develop the rest of his offensive game, as his skating, and playmaking abilities are average at best. Duke doesn't offer a to defensively, but isn't a liability either, and fights through contact really well despite his size. Overall, a third line winger is probably the best you'll get with Duke, but he'll produce really well in a depth scoring role. I predict a perennial 20-25 goal scorer out of Duke, and a solid first power play member. | |
| 19 |  | - | A solid skating defenseman, but Ceulemans is waaaaay too inconsistent to be considered anything more than a potential third pair guy right now, which is frustrating given his athletic profile, which is quite good. If he finds a consistent game, he may look more like a #3, but that's if all things go well. | |
| 20 | |  | L'Heureux like Ceulemans, is a difficult player to evaluate. On one hand, I see a decent shooting center that plays a good defensive game and boasts good but inconsistent puck handling ability. On the other hand, he thrives on transitional play, which does not bode well for a smooth transition to the NHL (see last year's Jack Hughes), and average skating ability. Overall, I predict a third line center role for him with some second unit power play time and first unit penalty kill potential. However, the point totals may not come as easily for L'Heureux, and I predict a 15-20 goal, 35-40 point cap. | |
| 21 |  | - | A smooth skater and a strong shooter, Bolduc has some tools that could bode well when transitioning to the NHL. However, he needs to find consistency, which he has struggled with for the past 2 years in the QMJHL, and needs to develop defensively if he plans to remain a center. He could also use to bulk up a little. Bolduc projects as a solid #3 center in the NHL, that may break into a second unit if he decided to switch to the wing. Some power play time would also do him good. 20 goals, 45 points for him. | |
| 22 |  | - | Chayka is a defensively minded d-man that utilizes his long reach to break up plays with ease. He's not the best skater in terms of speed, but he is really hard to take down, which helps him win one on one battles, which he excels in. He is aggressive in the offensive zone, a little too aggressive at times fact, and utilizes his powerful shot whenever he can. If you haven't figured it out yet, I am a big fan of Chayka, but one area that he needs to improve in is his physical play. He's strong on his stick and skates, positions himself well, and has the size to be a good physical player. He just doesn't do it. If he develops a physical game, Chayka could become a solid #3 defenseman at the NHL level, especially if paired with an offensive defenseman that could compliment his inability to make a consistent pass (another area for improvement). Chayka should also be able to take a heavy load of penalty killing minutes. | |
| 23 |  | - | Perhaps the best skating defenseman in this class, Hreschuk is the perfect player to pair with the man above him, Daniil Chayka. Hreschuk is the best offensive defenseman in this class, utilizing his incredible speed and puck handling abilities to jump into the rush whenever he can. He also carries a strong shot, particularly his wrist shot, which also benefits from his willingness to jump into offensive rushes. However, Hreschuk needs to bulk up in order to be an effective defenseman at the next level. He could also use some development in the defensive game, although he's not bad in his own end. But the real issue that Hreschuk faces is his over willingness to jump into offensive plays, and often leaving his defensive spot wide open to counterattacks. He needs to learn when he is able to jump into the rush and when he needs to stay back, which will come in time and will be a fairly simple correction to make from his college coaches next year. Overall, I see Hreschuk as an offensive #3 d-man at the NHL level that can play on your top power play unit. | |
| 24 | |  | Sillinger reminds me a lot of Kaliyev for the Kings. He brings a lot of offensive potential; strong shot, good hands, elite playmaking ability. However, the drawbacks significant; he is way too slow of a skater to be effective at the NHL level, and his lack of effort away from the puck is terrible. He's too lazy. Sillinger may be my early prediction to become a bust due to this effort issue, which is a shame because he has the tools to be a great weapon at the NHL level. If he solves the effort problem, his skating will hold him back into a 3rd Line role with ample power play time. With his shot, I wouldn't be shocked to see a 30 goal campaign or two out of him. | |
| 25 |  | - | Solid two-way winger who's only gotten better since given the opportunity to play against men in Europe. While he's not super fast, probably average in terms of speed, Othmann is able to elude defenders with elite edge work and agility. His shot is pretty good too, although he makes his offense through the passing game mostly. He needs to bulk up, as he gets bullied when he gets stuck in corners, and getting stronger will contribute to more power in his stride, which may solve the "only average" speed thing. Overall, Othmann is a sneaky prospect that doesn't see to be garnering much attention right now, but could find himself as a decent 2nd line winger in the NHL, provided that he gets faster and stronger. However, do not expect insane point totals from him, more in the range of 15-20 goals, 35-40 points, but his defensive ability should earn him plenty of time on the penalty kill. | |
| 26 |  | - | Despite what his small frame might make you think, Bourgault is not the best skater. He needs to work on his explosiveness and his top end speed, as they will not cut it in the NHL at his size. However, he boasts some incredible vision and playmaking ability, and is a threat whenever the puck is on his stick thanks to his shot. He also needs to develop defensively, but moving to the wing from center (he has that flexibility) may benefit him in the pro level. Overall, see Bourgault as a potential 3rd line winger in the NHL, with the potential for a 35-40 benchmark if given the power play time that he deserves. | |
| 27 |  | - | This kid is in desperate need of bulking up, because he's immediately a top 10 pick if he does. While the physical game isn't there, Rosen is a premier offensive threat that does everything fairly well; skating, shooting, playmaking, his vision is insanely good. He needs some work in the defensive zone, but he can get away with that more the wing. Overall, Rosen is a lock for a top 6 role if he bulks up a lot, but may limit himself to 3rd line role if he can't. A 30 goal, 65 point projection makes sense for him, too, along with some time on the top power play unit. | |
| 28 |  | - | A center who really needs to move to the wing, McTavish may be the best pure sniper in the class. His shot is deadly, and he can score from anywhere. McTavish is also an underrated playmaker, which makes him a threat whenever he has the puck. He is also decent defensively, and is really strong on the back check. However, he needs to develop more as a skater, as he is not agile at all, nor is his top speed anything to write home about. Overall, McTavish should be a lock for middle six role in the NHL with a job a the power play quarterback for his NHL team. A 30-35 goal, 50-55 point benchmark also sounds correct for him, provided that he works on his skating. | |
| 29 |  | - | Scott Morrow | Morrow may be the smartest member of this draft class, and it shows in his own end, where he breaks up plays with ease using his long reach. He is also quite good when jumping up into the rush, and utilizes his strong skating ability and good vision as a playmaker whenever he can. I would like to see him add more as a physical player to his game, as he has the size for it. However, his biggest knock at the moment is his lack of strong competition, which is lowering his draft stock. overall, Morrow is a potential steal in the first round of this draft, and I project him to become a solid #3 defenseman at the NHL level, and can play on the second unit of any special treams unit. |
| 30 |  | - | Roman Schmidt | Schmidt, like Morrow, is really flying under the radar right now, but his play will prove to quite good when given he opportunity. Despite his massive frame, he's a very smooth skater, which helps him in his own end, where he also is great at using his reach and his body to break up plays. Schmidt is also the best physical d-man in the class right now, which also gives him an advantage. However, I think he needs to develop more in the offensive zone to really be considered a top prospect, as his passing is not great, but he does have a good shot when he uses it, which is not often. Overall, I project Schmidt to be a solid #5, maybe a low-end #4 d-man at the NHL level, who plays more of a shut down role than anything else. He should also get many opportunities on the penalty kill, which he should excel in. |
| 31 |  | - | One of the fastest players in the class, Poltapov utilizes his speed to torch defenders in his way. Not the most physical of players, Poltapov could use to bulk up before coming over to America. He also has good hands and an above average shot, which makes him a real scoring threat. However, due to his lack of size, he is a little timid on the ice, which can lead to him being dominated by larger opponents. He also doesn't provide much effort in the defensive game, which needs to be worked on. Overall, Poltapov should prove to be a solid 3rd line scoring winger in the NHL, putting up perennial 20-30 goal and 40-50 point campaigns. | |
| 32 |  | - | Sebastian Cossa | A huge goalie, Cossa is not the fastest or most agile goalie around. However, his size and technical skill allow him to circumvent any downfalls he may have through a lack of mobility. Overall, Cossa has a legit shot at being a solid starter in the NHL one day, although he is going to be a project. |
| ROUND 2 | TEAM | ORIGINAL | PLAYER | DETAILS |
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| 33 | | - | Florian Elias | Couldn't forgive myself for making one of these without mentioning this guy. Elite smarts in all three zones and a strong skating ability makes for the most enticing overager in the class. Has a nose for the net and isn't afraid to get into the dirty areas, despite his rather small frame. Will need to bulk up if he plans to continue to play his style in the NHL, But he reminds me of Brad Marchand when he was in Providence. Not saying he reaches that potential, but he's my gem of the draft. |
| 34 | | - | Thank You | If you made it this far without skipping through...wow. Thanks for reading about my takes on some of the most popular draftees this year. If you have anything add or dispute, please comment to do so. And if you have a prospect that you'd like to hear my take on, comment their name and I'll get back to you. |
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