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| Player | Rights | Pos | Age | Report | Overall | Notes | Created | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Emil Hemming | - | RW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Hemming plays the game his own way. There are moments in games he needs to be moving his feet more and consistently more engaged off the puck - including offensive zone exits / checking back to assist defensively. Not a burner in open ice. Best work comes from hash marks down and working off the cycle. Fantastic release. Leans shooter more than natural play maker / distributor. Has top six upside but could end up landing on a third line at ES and find a role on the top PP unit. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Konsta Helenius | - | C | 17 | 3 of 3 | A-
L1
| On day one of the U18 Worlds in Finland he was one of the more visible / active players from any team. Plays quick and fast. A threat off the rush. Leads zone entries at ES and PP. Creative. Makes 'small area' plays through checks. Always in motion. Hard to contain / defend. Generally competes the entire 200ft / doesn't cut corners defensively. Top end talent. Play driver. Element's are offense and speed. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Aron Kiviharju | - | LD | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
P2
| Kviharju has missed the majority of his draft year with injury, but returns to Finland's U18 squad for the World Championships and was named Captain of the team. Play maker in the offensive zone. Excellent vision. Walks the offensive blue line to open up options. Leans distributor more than shooter. Same in the defensive zone. When he pounces on the puck he surveys the entire width of the ice before making his decision to outlet pucks. Average defender. Has to rely on read/react/ quick jump to kill plays without engaging physically. 'Transitional D' / Power-Play quarterback. Consistent compete. Light defender. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Veeti Väisänen | - | LD | 18 | 1 of 1 | A-
P3
| Vaisanen is an interesting prospect who has benefited from playing pro in Finland to round out his overall game. Appears bigger than his list size. Not taller, but more stocky looking than 177lbs. Solid skater with room for even more explosiveness and separation. Small areas escapes, and playmaking overall, is an area of interest / strength in games against his peer group. More elusive / creative at the U18 level. Average plus defender. 2-way 'D'. Enough skill to be considered for PP #2. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New EJ Emery | - | RD | 18 | 3 of 3 | A-
P3
| Emery lands somewhere between a #4 / #5 NHL defender on projection. His combination of size, pace, and compete are attractive element. At times he surprises directing pucks to the net with some deception. Other times he doesn't look entirely comfortable making plays offensively. Has the length, and commitment, to kill offensive zone entries and keep opponents to the perimeter defensively. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Cole Eiserman | - | LW | 17 | 7 of 7 | A-
L1
| Opened the 2024 U18 Worlds with a hat trick versus Team Slovakia Not much changes with Cole. He's arguably the most elite pure shooter in the draft class. Hungers for the puck on his stick in the offensive zone. Shoot first approach. Average vision / distribution instincts. Prefers to take charge on his own. Pace and skill are in place and project to first line NHL upside. Enthusiasm and detail defensively have a long way to go. He will need to elevate his overall detail to consistently average as he matures. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Shane Vansaghi | - | C | 17 | 2 of 2 | B+
L4
| Heavy player in the trenches. Net front, occasionally, on the PP. Average pace and skill but compliments his linemates and absorbs contact along the wall / out front the net to open up space and extend plays. Majority of his ice time comes at even strength. Plays to a consistent identity. Power forward. Not likely to score a ton at the college or pro levels. Quickness and open ice pace will have to continue to evolve. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Will Skahan | - | LD | 17 | 4 of 4 | A-
P3
| Massive defender. Takes up tons of space with his stature and length. Generally keeps things simple with the puck. Low risk. If things break down he chips pucks to open ice instead of trying to skate himself out of trouble. In the way. Blocks shots on the PK. 2-way / Leaning 'Defensive D' at the NHL level. Less = more ... compliments a more active / transitional 'D' partner | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Cole Hutson | - | LD | 17 | 5 of 5 | A-
P2
| Started the U18 Worlds playing to his identity in game vs Slovakia. Opened the scoring in the first period when he slipped off a check and fired home a snap shot short side. Undersize / transitional 'D' / PP QB His ability to make plays in small areas stands out versus his peer group. Adequate defensively. Active. There are times he could manage the puck / take a shade less risk trying to make something out of nothing via outlets / defensive zone exits ... but his creativity and overall impact wins out On the rise | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Brendan McMorrow | - | LW | 18 | 1 of 1 | A-
RL
| Competitive forward who plays with pace. Solid skating stride. Powerful in open ice. Checks up ice / creates turnovers / battles in the offensive zone to extend plays. Offensive upside is secondary at best for NHL game. 2-way checking forward who doesn't cheat his shifts. Works every time his number is called. Depth forward for Team USA U18 | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Lucas Van Vliet | - | LW | 18 | 3 of 3 | A-
L3
| Primarily used in a depth role for Team USA. Secondary offense. Capable of moving up in the lineup and being deployed in a variety of roles. Moves well. Sneaky offense. Competes. Middle six NHL upside / likely leaning 3F / Recognizes his responsibility in all three zones. Has to be watched closely to be fully appreciated. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New Trevor Connelly | - | LW | 18 | 3 of 3 | A-
L2
| Connelly joined Team USA for the World U18 tournament in Finland. Very light but skilled and elusive. Difficult to check. Slips off defenders. Makes plays. Sees the ice very well. Leans play maker / play driver / distributor in the offensive zone more than shooter. Defensive detail has a long way to go. Tracking back and supporting will need to improve as he matures. Pace is fine. Upright stride. Room for more power. Edges are very good / escapes and creates chances in small areas. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| New James Hagens | - | C | 17 | 3 of 3 | A+
L1
| Playing to his strengths / identity to start the U18 Worlds in Finland. Player of the game for Team USA Ends with 2G-2A vs Slovakia in USA's 9-0 victory. Top end skill. Plays with pace. Play maker / Play Driver. Especially dangerous on the power-play. Always in motion. Very difficult to defend. Average plus defensively but reliable compete overall. | Apr. 25, 2024 | Apr. 26, 2024 |
| Igor Shesterkin |  | G | 28 | 2 of 2 | 92
1A
| Shesterkin benefited from being pushed by back up goalie Jonathan Quick this season - especially allowing him to ramp up his game, overall, as the year rolled along. Top tier NHL starter. Not huge in the net but plenty athletic. Athletic. Tracks very well. Moves laterally quickly. Provides the Rangers the kind of goaltending that could contribute to a deep playoff run. Season stats - 2.58 GAA - .912 save percentage Last ten game segment to end regular season - 7W - 3L - .911% / 2.56 GAA | Apr. 15, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Juuse Saros |  | G | 28 | 3 of 3 | 91
1A
| Saros came on in the second half of the season - giving the Preds the high end goaltending they have come to expect. Stocky. Athletic. Fantastic lateral quickness / quick feet / pads. Ability to steal a game on any given night. Size is a factor when teams 'clog' the front of his net and take away his 'eyes' but he battles hard to make saves. As noted - his season was much improved overall in the second half compared to the first - but his last ten game segment resulted in a 6-3-0-1 record - .897 % / 3.22 GAA He will need to be the Preds best player in playoffs. | Apr. 15, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Alexandar Georgiev |  | G | 28 | 2 of 2 | 85
1B
| Georgiev is a streaky goalie who plays an active / athletic style. Not huge in the net. Needs to be 'on time' making stops moving laterally / use his quickness as an advantage more than most NHL goalies - due to his stature Colorado has proven they can win a Stanley Cup with average plus goaltending in the past - Georgiev will be asked to make routine saves and not allow any 'poor' goals against - in order to give the Avs a chance to win. His season overall - 3.02 GAA / .897 Save percentage - 63GP Last ten game segment was uneven - 4-3-0-2 - .875 % - 4.00 GAA | Apr. 18, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Cam Talbot |  | G | 36 | 3 of 3 | 82
1B
| Talbot, on balance, provided the Kings relatively consistent results in regular season. He had moment of high end results - also some uneven play - but the Kings are a playoff team and Talbot posted a respectable 2.50 GAA / .913 save percentage in 54GP In his final ten game segment, Talbot was average. His results - .890 % / 2.86 GAA Big in the net. Veteran. Capable of making routine saves. Not the kind of goalie who gets too active / scrambles / has the ability to make desperation stops moving laterally. At his best when absorbing pucks from distance / squaring up and playing between his posts / keeping his game composed and simple. Talbot will be called upon to be the LA Kings best player in playoffs - if they have sights on upsetting opponents. | Apr. 18, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Jake Oettinger |  | G | 25 | 2 of 2 | 92
1A
| Dallas is a Stanley Cup contending team and Oettinger gives the team confidence between the pipes. Big body. Tracks very well. Squares up. Rarely too active in his crease. Very good glove hand. His stature is key to making saves through bodies / screens / in traffic. Last ten game segment to end regular season was elite : 9 wins - 1 loss - .943 save % 1.49 GAA | Apr. 17, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Stuart Skinner |  | G | 25 | 2 of 2 | 89
1B
| Skinner's entire game tracked mostly positive, overall, this year after a slow start He battled back from very poor stats in the first couple months of the season and ended with an impressive 2.62 GAA / .905 save percentage - considering how the year started In his last ten game segment he posted a 6-3-0-1 record - his save percentage slipped to .892 and GAA jumped to 2.89. Big body goalie. When he drops to the butterfly he still takes up a ton of net / sits upright / doesn't get leaning forward. Rebound control is key to his success. Pucks in front of him are handled well. When plays spill to the flanks he is tested with his lateral push / quickness at times. The team in front of him is elite offensively - but do give up high danger chances against more than some contending teams - Needs to start every game 'on time' and give the group confidence to play to their identity. | Apr. 17, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Semyon Varlamov |  | G | 35 | 1 of 1 | 91
1B
| Varlamov is a big part of the reason the Islanders find themselves in the playoffs. He's generally played the part of #2A / #1B this season - but his last ten game segment has been outstanding 8-1-0-1 record .930 save percentage 2.09 GAA Especially impressive stats considering the Islanders have struggled to kill penalties all season long and have the worst PK % (71.5) in the entire NHL Veteran goalie - Athletic - Active - Competes - Ability to steal games on occasion - Riding a hot hand at the end of regular season 23/24 | Apr. 17, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Andrei Vasilevskiy |  | G | 29 | 1 of 1 | 90
1A
| Vasilevski is a proven 'big game' goalie who rises to the occasion more times than not at the hardest time of the year - playoffs His 23/24 season was shortened due to back surgery at the beginning of the season, but he still played 52 games - posting a 2.90 GAA and .900 save percentage His last ten game segment of the regular season resulted in a .909 save percentage and 2.65 GAA - he averaged 28.5 shots per game against and ended the segment with a 5-4-0-1 record. Huge in the net. Rangy. Flexible. Reacts to second chances around his crease efficiently. Has the athleticism to make desperation stops. Butterfly style. High end compete. Stanley Cup champion. | Apr. 17, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Ilya Samsonov |  | G | 27 | 5 of 5 | 82
1B
| Samsonov is, arguably, one of the most polarizing goalies heading into playoffs. He will have to be the best version of himself versus the Boston Bruins and, at least, equal the performance of his counter part in the Bruins net. Athletic goalie who is, by far, at his best when he allows the play to develop in front of him and doesn't over react to what's happening around him. When he's on he's plenty athletic enough to make desperation saves. Above average quickness in all categories. Focus and preparation can range. Last ten game segment before playoffs resulted in 6-2-0-2 record - paired with a 3.21 GAA and .896 save percentage. | Apr. 17, 2024 | Apr. 20, 2024 |
| Sergei Bobrovsky |  | G | 35 | 3 of 3 | 91
1A
| Bobrovsky is the kind of goalie who can run hot and steal an entire series for a team. He proved it last season when he led the Panthers to the Stanley Cup Final. He was the best version of himself. Butterfly / Athletic goalie. Active. Rebound control ranges. When opponents get him moving side to side he tends to open up / end up on his chest / exposes top of net. His quickness and compete are elite. Never quits on a puck. Really tough to beat when he feels the puck early in games and makes a big save in the opening minutes of a game. Final ten game segment to end the regular season ranged. Ended with a 4-4-0-2 record / .900 save percentage / 2.64 GAA Averaged 26 shots on goal against. Florida needs him to win the goaltending battle versus Vasilevsky / Tampa Bay in round one. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Jeremy Swayman |  | G | 25 | 4 of 4 | 90
1B
| Swayman continues to platoon with Ullmark in Boston - BUT - heading into series versus Toronto in first round of 2024 playoffs he has a save percentage north of .950 and GAA below 1.40 versus the Leafs. He could be the goalie of choice in versus the Leafs. Boston has a very structured penalty killing unit. They ended the regular season with one of the top units in the entire league - killing off an average of 82.5% when a man short. Swayman's last ten game segment produced .904 save percentage - 2.50 GAA He faced, on average, 26.1 shots on goal per game. Good size. Athletic. Quick pads. Competes to make second saves. Engaged. Reliable. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Frederik Andersen |  | G | 34 | 2 of 2 | 90
1A
| Andersen returned to the Canes lineup in the late stages of the 23/24 season after battling through a blood clot issue. He's arguably in the best form of his career. In his last ten game segment, before playoffs, he faced 268 shots and stopped 255 His record was 9 - 1 - GAA was 1.30 - Save percentage .951 Big in the net - Butterfly style - Generally sound crease composure - rarely gets wandering too far outside his posts / outside the blue paint of his crease Rebound control is crucial to his success. Not a great second stop / scramble type goalie. Playing like a top tier #1A heading into playoffs for Carolina. Past results in playoffs have ranged. Needs only to be average plus to give the Canes a chance to win. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Charlie Lindgren |  | G | 30 | 3 of 3 | 85
1B
| Lindgren has provided the Capitals with capable goaltending for a long stretch. He's part of the reason why Washington was able to sneak into playoffs as an Eastern Conference wild card team. In his last ten game segment in regular season he posted a .910 save percentage and a 2.65 GAA South paw. Butterfly style. Above average lateral quickness. At times appears smaller than his stature when dropping into butterfly / setting up hybrid / paddle down. Competes to stop pucks any way he needs too. Faced 289 shots in the segment - stopping 263 - allowing 26 goals against Washington team PK % hovers around 80% - Goalie needs to be best penalty-killer. Lindgren has provided the Caps some timely saves in the second half of the season. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Thatcher Demko |  | G | 28 | 4 of 4 | 93
1A
| Demko returned from injury late in the season and looked rested and energetic to end the season. Impressive 23/24 season overall 51GP - 2.45 GAA - .917 save percentage Faced 1489 shots - 1366 saves - 123 goals against Big in the net. Can play deeper at times, but he's aggressive challenging shooters and fronting high danger scoring chances. Quick pads. High end compete. Always prepared. Top tier NHL starter. Vancouver's penalty kill has improved exponentially, year over year, and Demko is a big part of the reason why. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Connor Hellebuyck |  | G | 30 | 6 of 6 | 93
1A
| Excellent regular season for the Jets. 37-19-0-4 record - 2.39 GAA - .921 save percentage Heading into playoffs his last ten game segment produced a 5-4-0-1 record - BUT - riding a five game winning streak to end regular season .910 save percentage / 2.85 GAA in the segment Faced 300 shots - stopped 273 - allowed 27 goals 30 shots per game average was fourth highest among starting goalies heading into playoffs Huge in the net. At his best when NOT caught scrambling / over challenging shooters Generally plays deep in his net / allows puck to come to him / One of the top goalies in the entire league. Ability to steal a series. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Logan Thompson |  | G | 27 | 2 of 2 | 84
1B
| Thompson could end up being the Golden Knights starter in 2024 playoffs. In his last 10GP - to end regular season - he posted a very tidy .924 save percentage - paired with a 2.26 GAA Thompson faced 277 shots in the segment - stopping 256 - allowing 21 goals against. Gives shooters different look / right hand catching hand Crease composure is key to his success. Can't afford to get too busy in the net and find himself wandering outside the posts. When he's efficient he's at his best. Big in the net. | Apr. 16, 2024 | Apr. 19, 2024 |
| Luke Tuch |  | LW | 22 | 2 of 2 | A-
L4
| Tuch finished his college career as part of the leadership group for Boston University. He ends the season with 10G-20A - contributing offense at even strength and the power-play. On the PP he generally set up around the crease - creating screens and looking for rebounds and tips. Heavy set. Hard to move off the play. At times Tuch displays a sneaky 'extra gear' in transition and the ability to gain the edge and take the play to the net. Consistent compete. Reliable hockey sense. Recognizes his responsibilities in all situations. Although he is heavy in the trenches he isn't a punishing body checker. Pushes but doesn't punish. Leans 4th line utility forward at the NHL level. | Apr. 11, 2024 | Apr. 14, 2024 |
| Cutter Gauthier |  | C | 20 | 6 of 6 | A-
L1
| Gauthier ends his college career at Boston College by producing 38G-27A in 41GP He was the leading goal scorer in the NCAA Gauthier has tasted success at every stop in his development. He was the leading scorer at the World Juniors in Sweden, at Christmas, and named to the tournament All-Star team - leading Team USA to Gold. Gauthier can push the pace in open ice. He's very difficult to defend coming off the edge when entering the offensive zone at top speed - especially when considering his nearly 6'2 1/2 200lbs frame. Gauthier is an elite shooter. He has a quick release. Pucks are on and off his stick in a hurry and he shoots it hard and accurately. He's a massive threat working the weak side flank on the power-play or cycling off the boards and taking the play to the middle of the ice. Like and young goal scorer, there are times in games Gauthier needs to be more engaged defensively. It's not a hockey sense issue. He clearly understands where to go in all three zones - but he does tend to stop moving his feet at times on the back check and in small areas defending his zone. Gauthier can play both the wing and the middle. He projects as a top line shooter / scoring forward at the NHL level. The bulk of his ice time will come at even strength and the PP. | Apr. 11, 2024 | Apr. 14, 2024 |
| Frank Nazar |  | C | 20 | 2 of 2 | A-
L3
| Nazar has turned pro after two seasons at the University of Michigan. He missed the majority of of his freshman year with injury - only suiting up for 13 games in 22/23 His 23/24 season went more to plan. Nazar produced 17G-24A in 41GP for the Wolverines. He averaged between 17-21 minutes per game and was deployed in all situations. The first thing that stands out about Nazar's game is his speed. He's quick out of the blocks and a threat off the rush when fully up to speed. The same is true when he is fully engaged pressing back to assist defensively. Nazar isn't shy about driving to the net - or lurking around the crease looking for loose pucks. He's capable of playing the wing and the middle - and has benefited from experiencing high leverage games at the World Juniors and College Levels. Defensively his awareness is generally sound - but he will need to use his quickness to defend with more consistent purpose and detail at the pro level. Projects to be a potential middle six NHL forward. The kind of player who will be deployed as a second / third line forward. | Apr. 11, 2024 | Apr. 14, 2024 |
| Michael Brandsegg-Nygård | - | C | 18 | 3 of 3 | A-
L2
| Michael will benefit from the experience of a deep playoff run with Mora in the Allsvenskan. Plays with pace. A threat off the rush. Opponents have to respect his speed through the neutral zone. Has some net drive, but also comfortable pulling up and making plays from the half wall - especially from his weak side. Deployed at ES and PP with Mora - averages around 16:00 per game TOI overall. Noticeably more compete along the wall / extending plays. Generally a motion player defensively - uses his quickness and stick to defend on time. Not elite offensively. Better than secondary upside however, and a player who has quick strike ability offensively. | Apr. 8, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Sam O'Reilly | - | RW | 17 | 3 of 3 | A-
L3
| O'Reilly is a prospect who has to be watched closely to be fully appreciated. There are times in games he appears to be pacing himself, but he's calculating with this approach and generally reliable in all three zones. Provides some deception off the rush with the puck on his stick. Has a surprising extra gear when he sees a lane to attack. Handles the puck very well. Sees the ice. Above average puck touch. Agility / small area cuts / edges have room to improve. 2-way forward. Secondary scorer. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Cole Beaudoin | - | RW | 17 | 3 of 3 | A-
L2
| Beaudoin played to his strengths in OHL playoffs with Barrie. Although the group was eliminated in the first round he produced 2G-3A in 6GP. Power body. Protects pucks very well off the rush - especially when entering the zone on his strong side. Threat to score on the weak side flank on the PP. Up to speed he isn't a pure burner but his stature makes him very difficult to check and move off the puck. 2-way / Power forward / projects to have top six potential at the NHL level / Likely deployed at even strength and PP. | Apr. 2, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Beckett Sennecke | - | LW | 18 | 4 of 4 | A-
L2
| Beckett's game continues to evolve at the hardest time of the year in playoffs. Averaging over a PPG. In time he will add more weight and strength to his tall frame - which should result in more power and push back in battle areas. For now he's involved along the wall and using an active stick to his advantage. Outstanding release. Pucks are on and off his stick in a flash. Massive threat to produce offense from the bumper position / or weak side flank on the power-play. On the rise. Game continues to evolve. Combination of power and finesse as he matures. Elite element is offense. Defensive detail is also improving. | Apr. 2, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Ben Danford | - | LD | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
P3
| Deployed in all situations at the OHL with Oshawa. Leans distributor more than shooter on the power-play. Good size. Willing to get in lanes to block shots defensively. Right shot is a bonus. Not physically overpowering - but involved enough fronting his check/battling for position and pucks that spill to the wall. Skating is solid on straight lines - some room for improvement in small areas / agility. Competes. Part of leadership group with the Generals. Secondary offense. | Apr. 2, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Macklin Celebrini | - | C | 17 | 7 of 7 | A+
FP
| Celebrini ends his college season with 32G-38A in 38GP and becomes the youngest ever winner of the Hobey Baker Award as the top men's hockey player in the NCAA. Consensus #1 rated player for the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. Pro ready. Relentless competitor. Quick. Fast. High end skill. Top line talent who is the kind of prospect an organization can build their team around. Hockey IQ to be used in all situations if required. | Apr. 11, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Cade Webber | | LD | 23 | 2 of 2 | B+
P3
| Webber ends his college career playing to his identity and emptying the tank in the process. Relentless compete in Frozen Four Semi-Final game versus Denver. Over 23:00 TOI. His skating has improved as he matured in college. Huge frame. Long reach . Defensive 'D'. Pushes back physically. Proficient shot blocker. In a game versus Minnesota on March 30th he was credited with an incredible (9) shot blocks. Simple with the puck. No frills. No offensive upside. Chips pucks to space when he's under duress in his zone. Never takes risks going on offense and trying to do too much / create something out of nothing. | Apr. 11, 2024 | Apr. 13, 2024 |
| Terik Parascak | - | RW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Fantastic year offensively at the junior level in Prince George Averages over 20:00 TOI - Used in all situations Solid skater - not a burner - not slow - Small area turns / quickness / agility has room for improvement - especially noticeable when on the penalty-kill when pressuring the half wall and regrouping The way he goes about his offense is impressive. Handles the puck very well. Distributes when he feels pressure. Goes to the net looking for tips and rebounds. Cannot be described as a play driver, but he has an elite way of thinking the game offensively and complimenting everyone around him. Top six NHL upside is possible. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Apr. 12, 2024 |
| Trevor Connelly | - | LW | 18 | 2 of 3 | A-
L2
| Pure offense. Continues to display elite offensive upside playing at the USHL level in Tri-City. Providence College commit. More quick than fast. Tends to lean on his inside edges more than most prospects but it doesn't hold him back. Creative in the offensive zone. Always in motion. Ability to beat more than one defender off the rush. Slippery / hard to check. Defensive detail ranges wildly. Late offensive zone exits require attention and more commitment. Offense wins out. Can't teach what he does with the puck on his stick. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Apr. 12, 2024 |
| Ryder Ritchie | - | LW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Heavy lifting for Ritchie at the end of the WHL season in playoffs versus top seeded Saskatoon but played to his identity - ending the five game series with 3G-4A All of his TOI came at ES and PP. Effective zone entries leading the power-play breakout. Comfortable making plays off both flanks in the offensive zone. Equal parts distributor / shooter Off the rush, when he gets the edge, he takes the puck to the net and displays a quick release Very good edges. Comes out of his turns with pace. Quick out of the blocks. Extends plays along the wall. Involved. Competes. Not the high end scoring upside as some others ahead of him in the 23/24 draft class, but more than capable of providing better than secondary scoring and playing with energy. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Apr. 12, 2024 |
| Lane Hutson | | LD | 20 | 6 of 6 | A+
P2
| At Boston University, especially in the second half of the 23/24 season, Hutson logged an incredible amount of ice time. Considering he was used sparingly on the penalty kill, his average TOI ranging from 22:00 - 26:00 per game is an outlier. Plays to a consistent identity. Dynamic playmaker. Sees the ice. Escapes pressure in small areas. Has the legs to lead zone exits on his own and attack off the rush. Extends plays in the offensive zone with his read/react/elite hockey sense. Leans distributor more than shooter - but always in motion looking for open space and prime shooting lanes to get pucks to the net on his own as well - Transitional NHL 'D' on the horizon - Power-Play quarterback List size is now up to 5'10 162 lbs. Average plus defender. Active stick. Gets 'inside and under' opponents sticks. Relentless compete. Never backs down. | Apr. 11, 2024 | Apr. 12, 2024 |
| Jacob Quillan | | C | 22 | 2 of 2 | A+
L3
| Quillan finished 18th overall in NCAA scoring in 23/24. - 39GP - 17G - 29A (+17) 55.9% F/O Averaged over 20:00 TOI / All situations / In playoffs and NCAA tournament for Quinnipiac He's the kind of player who can be deployed in a variety of roles. Quillan plays quick and fast. He tracks up and down the entire 200ft. He scored several of his goals from between the hash marks in the middle of the offensive zone - and around the crease via tips and rebounds. A relentless competitor who extends plays along the boards and battles for positioning in the trenches. Doesn't cut corners defensively. Rotates very well on the PK and jumps to loose pucks quickly. No discernable holes in his game at the college level. Projects as a solid third line NHL forward who plays with detail and could provide better than secondary offence. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Apr. 2, 2024 |
| Dean Letourneau | - | C | 18 | 1 of 1 | A-
L3
| Forwards with the kind of size Letourneau, who skate / score / and have some push back physically, are attractive prospects. His numbers offensively, at the Prep AAA level (61G-66A) combined with the Prep Hockey Conference (17G-16A), jump off the page. Could get a call from Hockey Canada to be part of the U18 team in Finland. The opportunity to see him play at a higher level, amongst several draft eligible counterparts, will allow scouts to better project his upside. Letourneau is a Boston College commit, but he isn't scheduled to enter school until the 25/26 season. His rights are owned by Sioux City in the USHL. He is likely to play one full year with the Musketeers next season. | Feb. 24, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Lucas Pettersson | - | RW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Pettersson is a forward who contributes in a variety of ways. Offensively he produced 27G - 30A, in regular season, at the J20 level in Sweden. When he plays for the U18 national team he's used in all situations and takes key face-offs in all three zones. Pettersson is committed defensively. He rotates into shooting lanes effectively on the penalty kill and has good jump to win 50/50 races to pucks. He's best described as equal parts shooter / distributor who plays the game fast. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Anton Silayev | - | RD | 17 | 3 of 3 | A-
P1
| It's not too often a 'defensive defenceman' is as highly touted as Silayev, but he's deserving of a top five ranking for this draft, and could go as high as second overall. He's a massive defender who takes advantage of his stature, and long reach, to keep opponents away from his crease. He's also a fantastic skater who has no problem defending against a speed rush, or moving in and out of small areas with his excellent agility. Silayev won't provide much offensively, but his ability to kill plays defensively and move pucks from his zone will contribute greatly to team success. The kind of defenceman who would compliment players like Cale Makar / Quinn Hughes | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Zeev Buium | - | LD | 18 | 3 of 3 | A+
P1
| Buium has had a terrific freshman season at Denver. He also played on Team USA's gold medal winning world junior team in Sweden. Buium is extremely competitive. He plays fast. He works to defend his net and push back on opponents, but it's his elite offensive upside that makes him even more attractive as a prospect. Buium leads all NCAA defenceman with 11G-37A. He's in the top ten in overall NCAA scoring. As noted, Buium brings more than just offense. So far this season he's posted a tidy (+32) rating defensively. | Mar. 28, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Leo Sahlin Wallenius | - | LD | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
P2
| Sahlin Wallenius is a mid-size '2-way / Transitional D' Excellent skater. Ability to escape pressure in his defensive zone and lead the rush on his own. Continues to provide average plus detail defensively. Adequate push back physically but more of an area defender. Power-Play Quarterback / leans distributor more than shooter. There are times he needs to identify his options more quickly and move pucks - to avoid pressure and turnovers. Not elite offensively but certainly capable. Could end up more defined as a 2-way D who gets places ahead of opponents / moves pucks / joins as an extra layer offensively / provides secondary offense. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Michael Hage | - | C | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Through fifty games played, Hage had produced 31G -37A for the Steel. He plays the game with solid pace. Hage is a threat off the rush in transition. His vision in the offensive zone is one of his most elite elements. Defensive detail, and effort tracking back off the puck ranges and will have to improve before he arrives at the University of Michigan (NCAA). Has time on his side. Offensive element and pace he plays the game wins out. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Beckett Sennecke | - | LW | 18 | 3 of 4 | A-
L2
| Sennecke elevated his game to another level in the second half of the season when he was tasked with hard match-ups versus top end teams in the OHL. He produced 27G-41A, overall, for the Generals in regular season and was deployed in all situations. Sennecke is tall and long, but his ability to corral pucks in traffic and make plays in small areas is an element a lot of players his height don't possess. Projects as a top six NHL forward who will bring a combination of skill and size once fully matured physically. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Sam Dickinson | - | LD | 17 | 4 of 4 | A+
P1
| Dickinson logs a massive amount of ice time playing in London. He's deployed in all situations, but his primary ice time comes at even strength and the power-play. Dickinson is an effortless skater. He looks like he isn't pushing himself, to get from point 'A' to point 'B', at times but it speaks to the efficiency of his stride. Dickinson possesses high end offensive upside and the ability to quarterback the power-play. There are times he could provide more urgency, and detail, defensively but it's also not something to be overly concerned about / should improve as he matures. Dickinson produced 18G-52A in the regular season for the Knights. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Berkly Catton | - | C | 18 | 3 of 3 | A+
L1
| Catton is a dynamic offensive forward who produced 54G - 62A for Spokane in the regular season. His defensive commitment has improved along side his elite offensive element. Catton is deployed in all situations for the Chiefs. He finished regular season (+15) defensively. Brings a combination of elite skill - solid compete - average plus three zone detail. A difference maker offensively. Hard to check. Projects as first line NHL forward who will contribute offense at ES and on the PP. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Tij Iginla | - | LW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L1
| Iginla produced 47G-37A for Kelowna in regular season. He leans goal scorer, but teams shouldn't sleep on his creative thinking. Iginla has fantastic hockey sense. He moves pucks to open areas of the ice to extend plays and skate off his check. He's also not a liability defensively. He skates, scores, and recognizes how to play the game responsibly on and off the puck. | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Artyom Levshunov | - | RD | 18 | 4 of 4 | A+
P1
| Levshunov led the Spartans in scoring as a freshman defenceman. In thirty-six games, before the NCAA tournament, he produced 9G - 25A. Levshunov is a coveted right-shot defenceman. He's very active offensively, pinching down to extend plays and jumping into the rush every time he's identifies an opportunity. His defensive zone detail is a work in progress, but he has posted a (+26) rating so far this season. Projects as a top pairing / 2-way Transitional NHL 'D' | Mar. 29, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Ivan Demidov | - | RW | 18 | 3 of 3 | A+
L1
| Demidov's statistics jump off the page. He's scored 23G-37A in only 30GP. He's a creative offensive talent with a fantastic release and loads of creativity with the puck on his stick. He's too good to be playing at the junior level in Russia. He started the year in the KHL before an injury kept him on the shelf for a couple months, slowing his momentum at the pro level in the process and resulting in him landing in the junior ranks upon his return. Projects to be a top line NHL forward - Skilled - Fast - Competitive - | Mar. 26, 2024 | Mar. 30, 2024 |
| Macklin Celebrini | - | C | 17 | 6 of 7 | A+
FP
| As the season winds down he is the undisputed / consensus #1 prospect for the entry draft. Leaning complete player. Works the entire 200ft. Plays quick and fast. Relentless compete combined with elite skill. Averaged over 20:00 per game TOI at Boston University as a freshman Primary ice time came at ES and PP Tied for 7th in all of NCAA scoring. No holes in his game. Doesn't cheat a shift. Empties the tank. Hard to play against. Results driven. Leader. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Liam Greentree | - | LW | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Power forward type prospect. Arrives on time in all three zones. Elite release. Leans shooter more than distributor. Hard to defend in the trenches. Understated finesse. Handles the puck very well. Produced 36G-54A - 90pts on a rebuilding Windsor Spitfires team in 23/24. Potential top six NHL forward who will compliment more darting line mates. Primary ice time ES and PP at the NHL level. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Zayne Parekh | - | RD | 18 | 3 of 3 | A+
P1
| Elite offensive talent. Transitional 'D' . Creative thinker. Impacts the game offensively almost every time he hits the ice. Produced an incredible 33G - 63A - 96pts in regular season for Saginaw Light / area defender - average plus overall in his zone Easily defined. Power play quarterback. Elusive. Impossible to teach his skill set. Needs to be paired with a 'D' partner who is a stay at home / more physical style player. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Carter Yakemchuk | - | RD | 18 | 2 of 2 | A+
P1
| Ends the year with an impressive stats line that reads: 66GP - 30G - 41A - 71 PTS - 120PIMS Scored 10 goals on the PP Big body. Mobile. Creative off the rush. Ability to break pucks out on his own or distribute and join as an extra layer. Defends with purpose. Used in all situations - logs a ton of minutes. 2-way / Transitional 'D' Coveted right shot - possible top pairing - definitely middle pairing - NHL prospect. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Julius Miettinen | - | LW | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Plays to a consistent identity. Brings a combination of size and power. Good skater. Hard to bump off pucks in the hard areas. Leans shooter more than distributor. Quick release. Shoots the puck hard and accurately. Dangerous on the PP. Primary ice time comes at ES and PP. Compliments quicker / lighter / equally skilled line mates. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Will Skahan | - | LD | 17 | 3 of 4 | A-
P3
| Plays to a consistent identity. Big body. Closes his gaps. Finishes his checks. Hard to play against. Has an edge. Good skater. Agile. Quick to space. Average with the puck on his stick. Simple is best. Not likely to produce much offense. Leans shut down / match-up 'D' who will take shifts at ES and PK. Willing to do the heavy lifting. Very competitive. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Cole Eiserman | - | LW | 17 | 6 of 7 | B+
L1
| Continues to play to his strengths. Arguably the top shooter in the draft class from the weak side flank - especially on the PP Goal scorer. Easily defined. Wants the puck on his stick and looks to direct the play on net almost every time he has it. Has a gear, in transition, that can lead to aggressive zone entries off the rush. Defensive detail, tracking back, locking onto his responsibility in his zone is a work in progress. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Cole Hutson | - | LD | 17 | 4 of 5 | A-
P2
| 2-way / Transitional 'D' Power-play quarterback. Undersize by NHL standards but plenty competitive on and off the puck defensively. Outstanding hockey sense. Recognizes how plays are developing ahead of time and reacts accordingly. Elusive. Has the ability to spin off checks and make seam plays in the offensive zone. Heading to Boston University fall of 2024. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Andrew Basha | - | LW | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Infectious player. Empties the tank for the good of the group. Plays quick and fast. Relentless compete. Hard to defend in small areas. Escapes pressure / opens up lanes with his small area game. Solid release. Quick / Accurate Hounds pucks when his group doesn't have possession. A threat off the rush and when skating up ice on the penalty kill. Involved in something every shift. Mix of skill and will. Used in all situations. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Henry Mews | - | RD | 18 | 3 of 3 | A-
P2
| Defensive detail has improved over the course of the entire season Elite element will always be offense Quarterbacks the PP - outstanding vision - finds open lanes to make plays either directing the puck on net or distributing Solid skater. Deceptive when exiting the defensive zone, leading the rush, and making plays as he enters the offensive zone. Transitional 'D' - mostly light defender - power play QB - converted forward - plays with a swagger. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| John Mustard | - | LW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L3
| Leans shooter more than distributor. Competitive forward who plays quick and fast. Works up and down the ice. Jumps to space to corral pucks / extend plays. Drives to the net off the puck looking for tips and rebounds. Young for the draft class. Plays with pace, compete, and skill. The kind of prospect who can play in the top six / middle six depending on make up of the group. Averages around 16:00 TOI at the USHL level with Waterloo. Primary ice time at ES and PP. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Matvei Gridin | - | RW | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
L3
| Sturdy / Strong forward who plays a calculating game. There are moments in games he appears to go through the motions .. .but his read / react / execute is generally very good. Quick release. Has proven he can beat goalies in the USHL from distance with a quick snap shot. Bulk of his ice time comes at ES and PP. Sound hockey IQ. Has the skill, and ability to penalty kill if required. Most projectable element is his offense. Falls somewhere between a 2F / 3F as an NHL prospect. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Sacha Boisvert | - | C | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Boisvert continues to play to his offensive identity. Remains one of, if not the, top NHL draft prospect playing in the USHL Leans goal scorer more than playmaker ... but he's become more creative off the rush as the season rolled along. Great stick in small areas. Makes plays close to his body. Elusive coming off the wall and around the crease. Averages over 18:00 per game TOI playing in Muskegon. Bulk of his TOI comes at ES and PP Solid stride. Tall and lean at this stage of his development. Loads of room for more weight and strength. Second line NHL forward on projection. Element is offense. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Maxim Massé | - | RW | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Masse ended the regular season producing 36G-39A 13 goals came on the power-play. Masse was credited with 7 game winning goals. Good size. Average skater in open ice. Best work comes from hash marks down in the offensive zone. Rips pucks from the weak side flank on the PP. Also capable of producing from the bumper position and setting up around the crease looking for tips and rebounds. Almost all of his ice time comes at ES and PP #1. Leans shooter more than playmaker but his ability to leverage in the hard areas and extend plays leads to assists. Compliments quicker / faster / equally skilled linemates with his approach. Fantastic puck touch. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Jett Luchanko | - | RW | 17 | 1 of 1 | A-
L2
| Luchanko brings more than just offense. He's a player that can be relied upon in a variety of roles. Deployed in all situations for the Guelph Storm. Listed as a winger but he plays the majority of his shifts in the middle. On the PP he slots into a role as a PP QB / Distributor / Shooter / Playmaker on the point and leads the breakout. Leans distributor more than shooter ... has an understated / deceptive release and the ability to change the angle of his blade to direct pucks on net. Competes the entire 200ft. Sturdy strong. Not punishing physically but also not easy to knock off the play. Very good skater. Trending up. Young for this draft class. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Adam Jecho | - | C | 17 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Jecho ended the year in Edmonton, with the Oil Kings, scoring 10G-7A in his last 20GP. Overall he produced 23G-24A on the year. On the rise. Big body. Skating has improved. A threat, when up to speed, off the rush. Solid edges. Primary ice time comes at ES and PP but he's capable on the PK. On the PP - makes plays from the flank and working high to low - good puck touch On the PK his long reach is an asset, as is his large frame getting in shooting lanes Despite his stature he isn't overly physical. He boxes out opponents but doesn't punish people physically. Potential second line upside in time. Might end up as a combination 2F/ 3F at the NHL level. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Tanner Howe | - | LW | 18 | 2 of 2 | A-
L2
| Howe ends the season in Regina with 28G-49A in 68GP His average TOI hovered around 20 minutes per game / deployed in all situations. Works the weak side flank on the PP. Quick catch and release / moving pucks or directing them on net. Understated one-timer. Mid-size forward with offensive upside to possibly plain out as a second line forward. Solid skater. Good quickness out of the gate and open ice pace to push opponents back. Generally aware defensively. Recognizes his responsibilities at ES and PK. Stats were solid considering Regina was a rebuilding outfit in 23/24 | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Marek Vanacker | - | LW | 17 | 1 of 1 | A-
L2
| Vanacker is a prospect who has come on over the course of the entire year. He's riding momentum heading towards the entry draft. On the rise. Long and lean. Appears taller than his list size. Skilled. Equal parts shooter / scorer / distributor Ended the regular season in Brantford with 36G-46A In his final 20 game segment he produced 10G-15A - with 10 of his assists being primary assists Threat off the rush. Protects pucks coming off the wall. Goes to the net looking for tips. Quick handles in traffic. Average / average plus defensively. He's aware and understands his responsibility but could engage more aggressively at times. Offense wins out. Trending second line NHL upside. | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| Cole Beaudoin | - | RW | 17 | 2 of 3 | A-
L2
| Beaudoin produced 28G -34A for the Barrie Colts in the regular season. He ended up (+2) defensively and averaged between 18-23 minutes per game TOI - deployed in all situations Power body - Solid skater in open ice - up to speed he attacks off the rush with good pace and uses his large frame to drive to the net. When he gets the edge he's hard to defend heading to the paint. Leans shooter / finisher more than natural distributor / playmaker. Rotates well on the PK - gets in the shooting lane - body positioning ranges but he's in the area and in the way Compliments a darting center - goes to the hard areas - finishes | Mar. 23, 2024 | Mar. 27, 2024 |
| James Stefan | | RW | 20 | 1 of 1 | A-
RL
| Stefan signed a three-year entry level contract with the Edmonton Oilers on March 21st / 2024 He's an undrafted free agent who's playing in Portland (WHL) Stefan has had a very productive junior career. He's been a prolific scorer the last three seasons. Stefan's primary ice time comes at ES and PP. He has excellent vision in the offensive zone and thrives in open space. His ability to find 'quiet ice' speaks to his hockey sense and ability to read/react to how plays are developing. Minor league / recall / scorer to start. Has to play, at worst, in middle-six forward group to allow his element to have impact. Not a checking style forward. Solid skater. Can play quick and fast but tends to pick his spots on occasion. Element is offense. Relatively light in traffic. Picks opponents apart from the flank and middle of the ice on the PP. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Tomas Suchanek | | G | 20 | 1 of 1 | 80
#3
| Anaheim signed Suchanek to an NHL contract extension on March 24th / 2024 Suchanek isn't the prettiest goalie to watch in the crease. He can sometimes be a bit unorthodox with this style of play. Crease composure, overall, ranges. Tends to scramble more than most goalies. Rebound control is extremely important. When pucks bound off him he is forced to make stops that can expose his smaller net stature. Overall solid year, in 23/24, at the AHL level with San Diego - 2.56 GAA / .919 save % Athletic. Competitive. Works. Never quits on a puck. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Theo Lindstein |  | RD | 19 | 4 of 4 | A-
P1
| St. Louis signed Lindstein to his entry level contract. He was the Blues 1st round pick (29th) in 2023. Excellent skater. Agile. Walks the offensive blue line to create shooting lanes or distribute to either flank. Used in all situations at every level. Elite hockey sense. Plus vision moving pucks and defending in his zone. Always aware of how plays are developing. Jumps to take away time and space in his zone. Not physically imposing - but involved. Leans complete player who could be a top pairing NHL 'D' At the WJC he scored 2G-6A in 7GP for Team Sweden. 2-way 'D' - trustworthy | Mar. 1, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Justin Hryckowian | | C | 23 | 1 of 1 | A-
L4
| Hryckowian has signed a 2-year entry level contract with the Dallas Stars. He's one of the top face-off centers in the NCAA Captain at Northeastern. Led by example. Stocky strong. Around the play every shift. Leverages very well around the crease and along the boards. Not a pure burner in open ice. Fine in straight lines but room to improve edges / agility. His willingness to battle leads to goals for via tips and rebounds. Fronts the shooter in the defensive zone on the PK. Positions his stick very well to take away lanes. Plus hockey sense. A 'do it all' kind of prospect who can be thrust into a variety of roles and trusted to compete at his highest level. | Mar. 16, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Drew Bavaro | | RD | 23 | 1 of 1 | A-
ML
| Bavaro has signed a one-year entry level contract with the Boston Bruins. He's a big, right-shot, defenceman who was used in all situations at the college level with Notre Dame. In 35GP (23/24 season) he produced 10G-10A. It was a breakout year for him offensively. He logged over 20 minutes per game. Bavaro handles the puck well. He distributes responsibly, and joins the rush as an extra layer offensively on occasion. Defensively he displays sound 'spatial awareness'. In order to find a role at the NHL level he will have to react / jump to space quicker on the perimeter to kill plays - especially on the PK. Leans 2-way 'D' who has the size, sense, and compete for an NHL bottom pairing / recall role in time. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Landon Slaggert | | C | 21 | 2 of 2 | A-
L4
| Slaggert is best described as a 'utility' prospect who can be used in a variety of roles. He scored 20G-11A at Notre Dame in 23/24 - deployed in all situations. Drafted by Chicago in the 3rd round (79th) in 2020. 2-way forward. Solid skater. Thinks the game responsibly. Doesn't cut corners defensively. Not overly physical but willing to go to the crease areas looking for pucks in the offensive zone. Leans depth NHL / checker who might pitch in with some offense on occasion but it won't be his primary element. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Christian Felton | | RD | 23 | 1 of 1 | A-
ML
| Felton has signed a one-year entry level contract with the Vancouver Canucks. He was part of the leadership group at the college level / Merrimack and used in all situations. Sturdy / Strong and quick to take away time and space defensively. Bodies up effectively down low in his zone. He's not the biggest, or strongest, defenceman but he's plenty competitive. Surprisingly low offensive stats considering how he reads/reacts to plays in the offensive zone. Has shown ability to pinch down to extend plays and work give and goes from high in the offensive zone. Sees the ice. Fronts opponents on the PK. Willing to block shots. Doesn't possess an elite element for the NHL game - but his compete, pace, and hockey sense gives him a chance to develop into a potential organizational depth player. 2-way 'D' | Feb. 3, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Hunter Brzustewicz |  | RD | 19 | 5 of 5 | A-
P3
| Hunter earned his contract with Calgary, after his rights were traded from Vancouver to Calgary in the Elias Lindholm trade. In his last 133 GP at the junior level he has produced 19G-128A - 147pts He's a (+40) defensively. Continues to be deployed in all situations at the junior level with the Kitchener Rangers. Quarterbacks the PP. Sees time in overtime skating at 3vs3. Leans distributor more than shooter. Proficient working the 'low to high' cycle in the offensive zone and making plays. Defending is average plus. Has to continue to work on his quickness fronting opponents and keeping them to the perimeter off the rush and along the wall. Projects as a potential bottom pairing 'D' at even strength ... but a player who could find a role on one of the PP units for the Flames in time. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Rasmus Kumpulainen |  | LW | 18 | 2 of 2 | B+
L3
| Kumpulainen earned his entry-level contract with Minnesota by improving his game in several categories as his year progressed in 23/24. Big body. Long. Rangy. Used in all situations at the junior level in Oshawa. Equal parts goal scorer / distributor. Extends plays along the wall with his stature. Skating has improved. His stride is fine but there is still room for another level of explosiveness and separation. Represented Finland at the World Juniors and scored 2 goals in 7GP. Drafted in the 2nd round (53rd) in 2023. Needs more time ... but tracking in a positive direction. Has the brain to be used in a variety of roles if required. | Mar. 22, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Cam Thiesing | | RW | 22 | 1 of 1 | B+
RL
| Thiesing signed with the NYI at the end of his 23/24 season at Ohio State His contract is a 2-year entry level deal. In 31GP he produced 9G-7A and was a (-9) defensively for the Buckeyes Somewhat surprising to see his goal scoring stats weren't higher when considering his quick stick / release in the offensive zone. When pucks arrive on his stick in high danger areas they are on and off very effectively and usually lead to positive results. Used is all situations at OSU. Primary ice at ES and PP#1. Quick out of the blocks. Has the 'darting quickness' to arrive ahead of opponents in small areas. Doesn't always play fast, however, and his off the puck attention defensively will have to improve to have a chance at being an NHL player. A bit of an 'enigma' who looks capable of going to another level offensively. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Connor Ungar | | G | 22 | 1 of 1 | A-
#3
| Ungar had a fantastic season for the Brock Badgers at the Canadian University Hockey level. He has experience at the Major Junior level from his time in the WHL with Moose Jaw and Red Deer. Updated list size is 6'2 196lbs. 26GP in 23/24 - 2.15 GAA - .932 save percentage In playoffs he posted a 2.33 / .928% Plus size in the net. Solid crease composure. Rarely tracks too far side to side. Focused. Battles in traffic. Average plus lateral quickness. Plays a butterfly / hybrid style. Rebound control ranges at times. Could absorb more pucks from distance. Overall - has a chance to build momentum at the minor league level to start and has shown considerable growth in his game year over year. 2-year entry level contract from the Oilers. | Mar. 9, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Jaroslav Chmelar | | RW | 20 | 1 of 1 | B+
RL
| A young college prospect who has signed with the NYR. The Rangers drafted Chmelar in the 4th round (144th) in 2021 Big body. Long reach. Has the ability to 'pick pocket' opponents and create turnovers with his length. Occasionally pounces on lose pucks around the crease. When time and space allows he has a quick release - especially from between the hash marks in the offensive zone. On the PP his stature creates issues for opponents when he gets in the 'eyes' of goaltenders setting screens. Average plus skater. Room for much more explosiveness out of the gate. Needs time to define himself overall. Leans 13F / Recall forward to start - with potential to provide some depth scoring. | Mar. 16, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Luke Krys | | RD | 23 | 1 of 1 | A-
P3
| Krys has signed a 2-year entry-level contract with the Dallas Stars. He had a productive year at Providence college in 23/24 - producing 6G-11A in 35GP He was a (+2) defensively and was deployed in all situations. Plus distributor on the PP. Sees the ice. Passes the puck hard and accurately. Has the skating ability to lead the PP breakout. Directs pucks on net, from range, quickly and effectively. Has the legs and vision to join the rush as an extra layer offensively. Generally aware defensively. Room for more 'active' jump to take away time and space on the penalty kill. Good size - rangy - closes on opponents along the wall. Potential 2-way 'D' at the NHL level. Third pairing to start. | Mar. 16, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Sam Morton | | C | 24 | 1 of 1 | A-
L4
| Morton had a strong year at Minnesota State before signing with the Calgary Flames as a free agent. He scored 24G-10 in 37GP and was deployed in all situations. He was the Captain of the Mavericks. Due to his age he has signed a one-year entry level deal that begins in 24/25. Used in all situations at the college level. Primary ice at ES and PP#1. High end compete. Pursues to create turnovers. Bodies up in the hard areas. Hunts pucks around the crease. Active on the PK pressuring and taking away time and space. Regroups well. Sound hockey sense. Identifies responsibilities. Best described as 'quick out of the gate' but not necessarily an open ice burner in transition. One of the more competitive graduating college players in 23/24. Can be used in a variety of roles. Leans goal scorer more than playmaker. Quick stick in tight quarters / plus release. NHL 4th line / Maybe 3rd line is possible - secondary scorer | Mar. 16, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| Carter Gylander |  | G | 22 | 1 of 1 | B+
#3
| Gylander was drafted in the 7th round - by Detroit - in 2019 - He's a big body in the net who's difficult to beat from range when he squares up with his large frame Leans butterfly - but at his best when limiting his overall movement in the crease and playing deeper in the paint 32GP in 23/24 season at Colgate - before signing with the Wings - 14-14-4 record - 2.93 GAA .901 save percentage Average in most skill categories overall - Lateral push - Crease composure and net awareness - Gloves - Playing the puck Depth organization signing - Potential #3 / Recall | Mar. 16, 2024 | Mar. 23, 2024 |
| David Pastrnak | | RW | 27 | 2 of 2 | 89
FP
| By far the most dangerous offensive player on the Bruins Exceptionally dangerous on the PP Elite shooter - creative in the offensive zone - quick catch and release - doesn't require a lot of time or space to direct pucks on net Threat off the rush - plenty fast in transition As of March 16th - 68GP - 41G - 54A - 95pts (+21) In his most recent ten game segment - 5G-8A - 13pts (E) Averaging 19:20 TOI Defensive detail can range at times | Mar. 14, 2024 | Mar. 16, 2024 |
| Artemi Panarin | | LW | 32 | 2 of 2 | 87
L1
| Elite offensive talent who is best described as equal parts goal scorer / play maker Hard to check - slippery coming off the wall and making plays in small areas - Defensive detail ranges - but has improved in the second half of the season Through 66GP - 36G - 52A - 88pts (+9) Last ten game segment - 4G - 9A - 13pts - (+5) Averaging 19:30 TOI - All of his ice at ES and PP#1 Difference maker offensively | Mar. 14, 2024 | Mar. 16, 2024 |
| Nikita Kucherov | | RW | 30 | 2 of 2 | 86
FP
| Competes his own way. Gifted offensively. Elite puck touch and vision. Rips pucks / back door - weak side / on the PP All of his ice time comes at even strength ant PP#1 As of March 16th - 65GP - 39G - 73A - 112pts (+2) In most recent ten game segment 3G-15A - 18pts - (E) - Averaged 21:30 TOI Defensive detail / back check / off the puck effort ranges at times but he can take over a game at any moment and change the outcome with his offensive production | Mar. 14, 2024 | Mar. 16, 2024 |
| Connor McDavid | | C | 27 | 2 of 2 | 97
FP
| As of March 16th 62GP - 25G - 81A - 106pts (+31) The most dangerous player in all of hockey. Quick / Fast / Elite offensive thinker / Difference maker / Ultimate Franchise Player In his most recent 10 game segment - 4G-15A - 19pts (+10) - Averaged 21:15 TOI Majority of his ice time comes at even strength and power-play Usage on the penalty kill has been declining as season progresses | Mar. 13, 2024 | Mar. 16, 2024 |
| Mikko Rantanen | | RW | 27 | 2 of 2 | 88
L1
| Top line forward who could also be described as an 'elite / franchise player' Easily the top player on the majority of NHL teams Big body - Hard to check - Not punishing physically but uses his large frame to shield pucks Logs a ton of minutes - Does not PK - Most recent 10 game segment - 5G- 14A - 19pts - (+14) Averaged 22:30 TOI - even strength and PP#1 On the year - through 67GP - 34G - 56A - 90pts - (+13) Three zone detail has elevated considerably in second half of the season | Mar. 13, 2024 | Mar. 16, 2024 |
| Nathan MacKinnon | | C | 28 | 2 of 2 | 93
FP
| As of March 16th - NHL scoring leader Play driver - Elite skill - Relentless compete - Quick / Fast / Hard to contain Franchise player Most recent ten game segment resulted in 9G-14A - 23pts (+13) - Averaged 21:30 TOI - Deployed at ES and PP #1 - Very rarely used on the PK Overall season stats - through 67GP - 42G-73A - 115 pts - (+27 | Mar. 13, 2024 | Mar. 16, 2024 |
| Andrew Peeke | | RD | 25 | 4 of 4 | 69
P3
| Peeke is a coveted 'right-shot' defenceman who fell out of favor with the Columbus Blue Jackets organization before being dealt to the Bruins - Trade Deadline 2024 2-way 'D' who chips in with some secondary offense With CBJ he only played 23 games in 23/24 - averaged 15:36 TOI - 14:04 ES - 1:32 PK Produced 1G - 7A Credited with 44 hits and 47 shot blocks Projects to be used in a bottom pairing / spot duty middle pairing role with the Bruins | Mar. 7, 2024 | Mar. 9, 2024 |
| Joel Edmundson | | LD | 30 | 4 of 4 | 77
P3
| Traded to Toronto from Washington - 2024 Trade Deadline Veteran defender Huge frame - long reach - pushes back physically Average skater at this point in his career Deployed at even strength and penalty kill. Averaged 16:26 TOI in Washington. Only played 44 games due to early season injury. Chipped in with 1G-5A Shut down role for the Leafs is forecasted role. | Mar. 7, 2024 | Mar. 9, 2024 |
| Connor Dewar | | C | 24 | 1 of 1 | 78
L4
| Traded from Minnesota to Toronto - 2024 Trade deadline Dewar is a bottom six forward who averaged 11:16 TOI with the Wild - deployed at even strength and the penalty kill Better than average shot. Has always leaned shooter more than playmaker dating back to his junior days in Everett (WHL) - scored 10G - 4A with the Wild before the trade Solid pace. Competitive. Involved. Willing to push back physically. Room for improvement in the face-off circle (47% | Mar. 7, 2024 | Mar. 9, 2024 |
| Anthony Mantha | | LW | 29 | 5 of 5 | 75
L3
| In his first game with Vegas, after being traded from Washington, Mantha skated 15:14 The majority of his ice time came at even strength. He's slotted into the Golden Knights second line. It's going to take some time to get acclimated with how Vegas likes to run their power-play before he finds a full-time role on one of the units. Zero shots on goal - zero hits - one shot block in his first game. He will improve as he gets more comfortable Slotting into top-six could add another goal-scoring element to the Vegas lineup overall. Shooter - Huge frame - Solid pace | Mar. 7, 2024 | Mar. 9, 2024 |
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