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1 | - | Do I really have to say why he is going to be #1? Generational playmaking, elite skating, excellent finishing and much, much more. Shame on the NHL awarding Chicago Bedard. | ||
2 | - | What some may say as a consolation prize, I think Fantilli could be a blessing in disguise and maybe the Beniers of 2023. Instantly NHL-ready, smart playmaking, and can fit right in with Terry and Zegras. | ||
3 | - | BPA, and one who can provide the playmaking CBJ needs. He's also sound defensively and his two-way capabilities will be a big help for Johnny Hockey and Marchenko. | ||
4 | - | While my heart would want the Sharks to wait for Michkov, after watching Grier's press conference my head is 100% certain he'd choose the Fresh Prince instead. Michkov may be BPA and Carlsson may be projected at #3, but Jarmo will go off-script and go for the Fresh Prince. Quick handling and deceptive play have earned him comparisons to William Nylander and Zegras, a great fit for a team that will be trusting him to fit with Gecko, Bords, and Gushchin within a few years. He also attended the same HS as Mike's son, so make that what you will. | ||
5 | - | Benson's been having a great CHL season, and Michkov is a risky pick given his KHL contract and the current situation in Ukraine. To be clear, he will be drafted but Benson is the safest pick available and he can help Slafkovsky and Caufield in a Top 6 role. | ||
6 | - | Yotes go off script and choose a player projected to be a stellar defenseman. Having watched some of his play in the Swiss league, he could provide the Yotes the Chychrun replacement they need. | ||
7 | - | Best center available at this point of the draft. Philly will want a center that can provide Farabee and Hayes service, and Dvorsky delivers just that. | ||
8 | - | IMO, the Caps will be the team that finally drafts Michkov. They have a long history of hosting Russian players, and he can serve as the easy successor to Ovie. | ||
9 | - | Best player available, and a classic Yzerman pick given how overlooked Sale is. He can play well with Raymond if given an opportunity. | ||
10 | - | Blues go off-script and select Leonard. While not as prolific as Smith for US NTDP, he is still a fine winger prospect and one that could play well with Snuggerud or Neighbours. | ||
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