He's also third on the USNTDP junior squad with 27 points in 18 United States Hockey League (USHL) contests. The newest Hab missed a few chances on Tuesday, but he was very hard to miss on the ice. They could attempt to address that problem by choosing Lian Bichsel of the SHL's Leksands IF. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino also praised Kemell's game but expressed concern over the decline in his production after he returned from injury. Central scouting even thinks he could be a lottery pick. Simon Nemec:The 6-foot, 199-pound Slovak is a smooth-skating, intelligent defenceman who is a highly efficient puck mover with a solid two-way game. 70 Simon Forsmark Orebro (SWE J-20) He measured at just 5-foot-9.5 at the Combine and this does have some wondering how hed fare in the NHL. BOB MCKENZIE RELEASES HIS FINAL 2022 NHL ENTRY DRAFT RANKINGS JUN 28, 2022 (14H00) COOPER GODIN On Tuesday, long-time TSN He also played two games for Russia at the 2022 World Juniors before the tournament was postponed because of COVID-19 issues. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino had Wright atop his March rankings but suggested others could be closing the gap on him. 54 Adam Ingram Youngtown (USHL) Ingram, 18, is skating in his first season in the USHL. He missed the entirety of last season, hurting his chances at being drafted, only to score 62 points in 45 games in the regular season, and followed it up with 14 points in 12 playoff games. 7 in our survey of scouts. With John Klingberg slated to become an unrestricted free agent this summer and only one defenseman among their top 10 prospects, they could consider choosing a blueliner such as Denton Mateychuk of the WHL's Moose Jaw Warriors. Saginaws Mintyukov, at No. 8. Two forces appear to be at work here Wrights so-so performance thus far this season combined with the other top prospects, who could conceivably challenge him for No. The lowdown: Its easy to see why there is a lot of excitement for Pickering. 66 Otto Salin HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.) 1 on their lists do believe he has the best chance to be upgraded from a sure-fire top-six forward to a top-line NHL winger. He'll draw interest from teams seeking to build up their skilled depth at center. Matt Savoie:The Winnipeg Ice 5-foot-9 centre is a quick, gifted, and skilled, albeit undersized, offensive presence who can score goals and make plays. He might not have quite the same offensive pizzazz as Kemell, but he still projects as a top-six scoring forward. 4 among North American skaters. WebDrafted 2022, 1 #24 overall by Blainville-Boisbriand Armada in the CHL Import Draft Drafted 2021, 1 #43 overall by Acadie-Bathurst Titan in the CHL Import Draft 2022 NHL Entry Draft: Ranked #33 by Elite Prospects 2022 NHL Entry Draft: Ranked #22 by ISS Hockey 2022 NHL Entry Draft: Ranked #23 by FCHockey Korchinski's size, unflappable demeanor and playmaking abilities have propelled him to a solid season in the WHL. The Buffalo Sabres secured their third pick in this draft as part of the return from the Florida Panthers in last summer's Sam Reinhart trade. 15 in our survey. A knee injury suffered during the 2022 World Junior (U20) Championship sidelined Jiricek for the remainder of this season. Every year, several prospects tend to cause disagreement amongst the scouting world. 39 Alexander Perevalov Yaroslavl (MHL) The 18-year-old also has 11 points in 14 games with their junior squad in the USHL. Highest ranks: 9th (Central Scouting European Final Rankings), 25th (Future Considerations) Lowest ranks: 64th (TSNs Craig Button), 59th (Dobber Prospects) The The reality is Brennan is likely to be taken well before his 62nd TSN ranking. That tournament was the only hockey Wright played in 2020-21 because of COVID-19. The scouts who had Wright at No. Hes going to be a second-line centre in the NHL. The 6'2", 185-pound Snuggerud is ranked eighth by NHL Central Scouting among North American skaters. Its a photo finish for the No. In time, his size, skating ability and two-way skills should make him a solid addition to the Canucks' defense corps. 2 by nine of our 10 scouts. TSNs final draft rankings for 2022 will be released in early July, in the week leading up to the draft, which is scheduled for July 7-8 in Montreal. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters noted Ingram's strong skating and his ability to finish off plays. TSN ranked only two Canadians in the top 10 Wright at No. 57 Topi Ronni Tappara (SM Liiga Jr.) MCKEEN'S HOCKEY TOP 32. 2, but two scouts had him at No. Nevertheless, only one scout surveyed by TSN actually took the leap and dropped Wright from the No. 42 Paul Ludwinski Kingston (OHL) Juraj Slafkovsky has a range of 4 because his highest ranking is 1 and his lowest is 5. 14 and forward Ivan Miroshnichenko at No. 12 Pavel Mintyukov Saginaw (OHL) On Jan. 17, The Hockey News' Tony Ferrari reported the 18-year-old forward parted ways with JYP Jyvaskyla to join the Pelicans in hope of improving his production. Morning Coffee: Can any team stop the Avs in the West? 9. Im not saying one or the other couldnt become first liners, theyre both good prospects, but unlike a lot of years, this draft doesnt have any great prospects. With Miroshnichenko sidelined by Hodgkin's lymphoma, Yurov becomes the top Russian prospect in this year's draft. Here is a sampling of comments from some scouts who still have Wright at No. 59 Ryan Greene Green Bay (USHL) While critical of his skating, Peters suggests his offensive skills could offset that shortcoming. Hes a strong skater with a sturdy build and very good offensive instincts to go with an outstanding NHL-ready shot. Filip Mesar of HK Poprad in Slovakia could be one option. 79 Artyom Duda Moskva (MHL) 10 Marco Kasper Rgle (SHL) A 6'5", 216-pounder, the 17-year-old Swiss-born Bichsel is in his first season playing for Leksands IF. THE HOCKEY NEWS TOP 32. Kevin Korchinski of the WHL's Seattle Thunderbirds could be a suitable option if he remains available at this stage of the draft. Its a peculiar draft year, said one NHL team head scout. 33 Owen Beck Mississauga (OHL) 75 Spencer Sova Erie (OHL) Wright's strong skating, playmaking and two-way skills should keep him as the favorite to go first overall. 1, not fully seizing the opportunity. 27 on the mid-season rankings but is also the son of new Montreal Canadiens general manager and former player agent Kent Hughes. 69 Isaiah George London (OHL) Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino cited Mateychuk's maturity and ability to adjust his game to his team's needs. Two scouts ranked him in their top 5. WebBob Mckenzies 2022 Mid Season Draft Rankings. 2, the Nos. He really needs to step it up in the second half.. 14 in our survey and one suggested hes a candidate to develop into the best player in the entire draft because of a high offensive ceiling. The 17-year-old left winger could still be a player on their radar at this stage. I dont have a big issue [with his game], a sixth scout opined. The 6'0", 165-pound Hughes is ranked seventh by NHL Central Scouting among North American skaters. 81 Jorian Donovan Hamilton (OHL) 2, but two scouts had him at No. Its a photo finish for the No. Since he didnt play big minutes in the KHL, Yurov was perhaps a tougher read for the scouts, but he has been a Top 10 or thereabouts prospect most of the year. 10 Conor Geekie Winnipeg (WHL) He already has plenty of international experience, skating in two World Junior under-20 tournaments and helping his country win a bronze medal at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. 42 Filip Bystedt Linkping (SWE J-20) 30 Matyas Sapovaliv Saginaw (OHL) He also noted the young Slovak plays a solid game without the puck. 67 Devin Kaplan USA U-18 (USHL) Those that rank him outside round one dont believe hes a top-six NHL forward. 06/28/22 By Bob McKenzie. 7 David Jiricek Plzen (CZE) However, the Halifax Chronicle-Herald's Willy Palov observed a February slump in Gaucher's production had some scouts reassessing their evaluation of him. The 17-year-old Howard is having a solid second season with the USNTDP. Those traits helped make him the captain of Team White in the 2022 Kubota CHL/NHL Prospects Game on March 23. Ingram's ability to adjust to a higher level of hockey should serve him well when he joins the NCAA's St. Matt Savoie: The Winnipeg Ice 5-foot-9 centre is a quick, gifted, and skilled, albeit undersized, offensive presence who can score goals and make plays. 62 on TSNs Top 100 rankings. 4. Denis Gurianov showed some real potential in his debut. 2 prospect, whileNHL Central Scoutingplaced him second among North American skaters in their midseason rankings. The headline will be that its the first time this season that includespre-season rankings in September;mid-season rankings in January;draft lottery edition rankings in April; and now the final rankings in June that someone other than Wright is No. 4", "Towering 6-foot-4 Slovak winger Juraj Slafkovsky is No. 45 David Goyette Sudbury (OHL) Del Bel Belluz's improvement won't go unnoticed by NHL scouts. But most everyone agrees hes mature on and off the ice, and one of the best all-around prospects with high character and work ethic. 55 Isaiah George London (OHL) 84 Spencer Sova Erie (OHL) We'll continue to include them in our mock for the time being, however. Marie (OHL) Shane Wright was our predicted first overall selection in our previous mock draft. Yegor Chinakhov anyone? Emphasis will always be placed on how the moves impact buyers' chances in the upcoming postseason, but the deadline's sellers will already have their eyes on the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery. Cutter Gauthier: The U.S. U-18 national team forward has NHL size (6-foot-2 1/2 and 200 pounds), speed, and a goal-scorers nose for the net, which is to say he has the requisite tools to be a top-six, two-way NHL power forward. HM Jagger Firkus Moose Jaw (WHL) Matheychuk's leadership, adaptability and mature approach to his game could make him one of the top defensemen in this year's draft. 1 on their lists said he got extra marks for playing a premium position (centre) and still putting up 94 points in 63 games in what many would concede was a disappointing season. NHL.com's Mike G. Morreale cited Central Scouting Director Dan Marr praising the young center's overall game. Hes viewed by some scouts as limited offensively, but in a draft filled with sub-6-foot puck movers, Jiriceks size and physical approach stand out. The big blueliner also skated for Switzerland at this year's postponed World Juniors. 22 Noah stlund Djurgarden (SWE J-20) HM Viktor Neuchev Yekaterinburg (MHL) 5 Cutter Gauthier USA U-18 (USHL) * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 37 Reid Schaefer Seattle (WHL) HM Gavin Hayes Flint (OHL) Since he didnt play big minutes in the KHL, Yurov was perhaps a tougher read for the scouts, but he has been a Top 10 or thereabouts prospect most of the year. 12 in our scouting survey. 4 Simon Nemec Nitra (SVK) NHL Central Scouting placed him at No. 5 among international skaters. They could look at Tristan Luneau of the Gatineau Olympiques in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) as a prime option to address that need. 1 spot heading into the draft in Montreal on July 7-8. }}. 90 Miko Matikka Jokerit (SM Liiga Jr.) Some also wonder what his role will be. Jiricek is hurt now. In his first full season with the USNTDP Under-18 squad, McGroarty has 23 goals and 49 points in 40 games. Those who believe he has considerable offensive potential say hes a threat to be a top-five prospect in this draft. Some teams may proceed as they usually do, but there is a sense some others may shy away from taking Russians. In our previous mock draft, we predicted the Ottawa Senators could select David Jiricek of HC Skoda Plzen of the Czech Extraliga. 28 Maverick Lamoreux Drummondville (QMJHL) Korchinski will require another season or two in the WHL before he's ready to move up to the pro ranks. As for Wrights competition for No. 2 NHL centre. 1 pivot. TSNs top 10 is rounded out by Winnipeg Ice forward Conor Geekie, a 6-foot-3 centre who can play a heavy, hard-driving game but also has a high skill level. 2022 TSN Bob McKenzie mid-season list Draft Class: 2021 Created By: NHLfan10506 Published: Jan. 21 at 6:21 a.m. Though Jiricek has played better than Nemec this season. Multiple scouts freely admitted that five years from now, the best player from the 2022 draft could be someone not named Slafkovsky or Wright. He's committed to playing with the University of Michigan next season, where the opportunity to play against NCAA talent will further hone those abilities. 1 of his QMJHL top-10 prospects for this year's draft, calling the youngster an "intelligent defender" and a "skilled all-around player.". 12 Jonathan Lakkerimaki Djurgardens (SWE J-20) He measured at the Combine at 5-foot-11.25 and 187 pounds. }}. Highest ranks: 15th (The Puck Authority), 26th (Future Considerations), Lowest ranks: 56th (McKeens Hockey), 46th (Dobber Prospects). Heading next season to the NCAA's University of Minnesota-Duluth, Howard should continue to thrive in the college ranks. Slafkovsky was great at the Olympics and worlds, but he only scored five goals in [Finlands] Liiga this season and went some really long stretches without scoring a goal at all, said another scout. 43 Bryce McConnell-Barker Sault Ste. On March 4, NHL.com's Mike G. Morreale cited Savoie's coach, James Patrick, suggesting he could have more success at the NHL level as a winger. 68 Cameron Lund Green Bay (USHL) Having alsotraded away versatile forward Artturi Lehkonen to the Colorado Avalanche, they could seek a skilled young forward with this selection. 11 Brad Lambert Lahti (SM Liiga) 1 perch is USA Under-18 forward Logan Cooley, a 5-foot-10 centre who is as savvy and skilled offensively as any prospect in the draft. He didnt disappoint either, scoring 39 goals and 66 points in 58 games as a rookie. There are no slam dunks. On good days, he is one of the most skilled players on the ice with the puck and his skating. 69 Matt Seminoff Kamloops (WHL) 2 on TSNs mid-season rankings. His skating is his strength and has shown some good moments with the puck. 1 44 Seamus Casey USA U-18 (USHL) Montreal Canadiens Organizational Players of February. What is the main takeaway from this exercise? 3. 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There are, however, two points worth noting. Luneau will likely need another season in junior followed by a year or two of AHL experience. HM Arseni Koromyslov St. Petersburg (MHL) Alexander Ovechkin has been the Washington Capitals' first-line left wing since his NHL debut in 2005. (NHL Mock Draft Power/Raty/Hughes Prospect Rumors Talk) 8,519 views Dec 15, 2020 Hello Guys Welcome Back! He started the season as a consensus Top 5 pick but now theres no telling when he might be selected. Shane Wright of the Ontario Hockey League's Kingston Frontenacs remains the favorite to be chosen first overall in this year's draft. 5 and as low as 21. Listen. The Buffalo Sabres acquired the Vegas Golden Knights' first-round pick (top-10 protected) as part of the return in last November's Jack Eichel trade. A versatile forward who can play center or left wing, the 6'2", 174-pound Manitoba native leads the Phantoms with 21 goals and 49 points in 48 games. His skating is good but not great, and he projects as solid top-four defenceman who, like Nemec, could be a 2-3. Another season or two playing with professionals in Sweden could help to smooth out the rough edges to his puck-moving skills. Highest rank: 10th (Central Scouting North American Final Rankings). Its really that tight in the eyes of so many scouts. High expectations, one should add, that Wright created for himself by his outstanding play prior to this season. The only exception is Northeastern University forward Jack Hughes no relation to New Jersey Devil first overall pick and top centre Jack Hughes who is not only No. The nationality breakdown for TSNs Top 32 is as follows: Canada (nine); United States (eight); Sweden, Russia and Slovakia (three each); Czechia and Finland (two apiece); and Austria and Switzerland (one each). WebTop 10 BIGGEST Potential STEALS Of The 2022 NHL Draft! 1 or No. 80 Vinzenz Rohrer Ottawa (OHL) 4 Matt Savoie Winnipeg (WHL) Slafkovsky was ranked No. Those traits are bound to draw the interest of teams seeking a future leader for their blue-line corps. 19 are wild cards of sorts. While hes not the slowest skater, his mechanics have been questioned. He's committed to playing for Boston College next season, giving him time to develop his offensive skills. The Kingston Frontenacs centre is the unanimous No. Brad Lambert of the Lahden Pelicans in Finland's Liiga could be an intriguing option. The Kraken could still opt for Jiricek, but scouts will see much more of Nemec over the second half of the season. Lambert's had his difficulties this season. We had Marco Kasper of the SHL's Rogle BK as our predicted selection by the Nashville Predators in our previous mock draft. 4 to as low as No. By all accounts, his treatments went well, and hes been cleared to resume both on and off ice training, but team doctors and/or team owners could have as much say on Miroshnichenkos draft status as the scouts or general managers. The truth likely lies somewhere in the middle but like Lambert, Trikozov will be interesting to watch. 29 Denton Mateychuk Moose Jaw (WHL) The lowdown: Most in the industry believe that Mesar is a first rounder based on his speed and skill alone. Four of 10 scouts had Nemec in their top 5 but four also had him just outside their top 10. The lowdown: Howard is one of the best puck handlers in the entire draft. Cloud State University next season. The 17-year-old right winger had 20 goals and 35 points in 26 games with Djurgardens' U20 team and seven goals and nine points in 26 games with their SHL squad. Finnish winger Brad Lambert with deep Saskatchewan hockey roots (the nephew of former NHL player and current NHL coach Lane Lambert and the son of former WHL player Ross Lambert) is a credible candidate to be taken in the top 10. 23 Liam hgren Djurgardens (SWE J-20) He was named player of the month for October, the first rookie to be so honored. 21 Tristan Luneau Gatineau (QMJHL) He could be NHL-ready within a couple of seasons. Jonathan Lekkerimaki: The somewhat undersized (5-foot-10-1/2) Swedish winger has a big-time shot and high-end finishing ability and performed at a high level at the 2022 U-18 World Championship. Mintyukov said he's a big fan of the Colorado Avalanche's Cale Makar and the Vancouver Canucks' Quinn Hughes. Club order of draft selection is not a factor in our survey of scouts and TSNs ranking of players. With time, he could develop into a solid top-six NHL forward. Though Savoie is small by the standards of NHL centers, the 5'9", 179-pounder is a very talented player. At 5-foot-10 1/2, the skilled pivot has some dynamic offensive ability, especially in terms of his one-on-one play and a willingness to go to hard areas on the ice to score goals. 'If he was over 6 feet tall, hed probably be the [clear-cut] No. He had seven points in 11 games with their junior club and three points in 29 games skating with their pro squad. By all accounts, his treatments went well, and hes been cleared to resume both on and off ice training, but team doctors and/or team owners could have as much say on Miroshnichenkos draft status as the scouts or general managers. ", C, Rogle (Sweden): "got some consideration as top 10 pick". 48 Danil Zhilkin Guelph (OHL) 57 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL) 13-ranked U.S. U18 centre Cutter Gauthier; No. 13 Conor Geekie Winnipeg (WHL) 8. 4. That versatility could burnish his stock in this year's draft as a two-position forward. Goran Stubb of European Scouting Services called the young right winger "an excellent, smooth skater with great offensive instincts," singling out his playmaking and competitive two-way play. Hes a strong skater with a sturdy build and very good offensive instincts to go with an outstanding NHL-ready shot. The Athletic's Scott Wheeler listed just one right-shot defenseman (Jett Woo) among the Vancouver Canucks' top 10 prospects. For me, Miroshnichenko has a higher ceiling.. Nevertheless, NHL Central Scouting selected Kemell as their top player among international skaters. 36 Owen Pickering Swift Current (WHL) We've previously noted the St. Louis Blues' need for more depth among their left-shot defense prospects. With Scott Wheeler's ranking of their prospects showing no one at that position among their top five, the USNTDP's Jimmy Snuggerud could be a good fit. 2. That tournament was the only hockey Wright played in 2020-21 because of COVID-19. TSN's Bob McKenzie praised the 6'4", 218-pounder's unique blend of size, speed and skill. The lowdown: You know a prospect is divisive when some have them as a lottery pick and others have them outside the second round. 2 consideration. Its a photo finish for the No. 7 among NHL Central Scouting's international skaters. 2 or No. HM Otto Salin HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.) Dubas sends 'we're all in' message to Leafs and he may not be done, Morning Coffee: Maple Leafs, Rangers add ahead Of TradeCentre, Dubas continues aggressive pursuit of competitive players on 'whirlwind' day. HM Quinn Finley Madison (USHL) Gambling problem? NHL Central Scouting listed Jiricek at No. The higher ranks of him show their belief in his overall skill set and that he can keep up with the pace of play. Dubas sends 'we're all in' message to Leafs and he may not be done, Morning Coffee: Maple Leafs, Rangers add ahead Of TradeCentre, Dubas continues aggressive pursuit of competitive players on 'whirlwind' day, Shane Wright Its really that tight in the eyes of so many scouts. Those not mentioned at all received a ranking of 110. 27 Rutger McGroarty USA U-18 (USHL) Perhaps they'll consider choosing Eklund's teammate Jonathan Lekkerimaki in this year's draft to bolster their scoring depth. No relation to the New Jersey Devils' Jack Hughes and the Vancouver Canucks' Quinn Hughes, Jack is the son of former player agent turned Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes. 1, he will have to demonstrate them on a more consistent basis. But most everyone agrees hes mature on and off the ice, and one of the best all-around prospects with high character and work ethic. Those [Wrights first OHL season and U-18 performance] seem like such a long time ago, another scout said. 9 Matt Savoie Winnipeg (WHL) While no other prospect than the five listed above got a vote at No. His U18 performance also helped his ranking with some scouts. This ensured that a player not ranked did not benefit more than a player ranked low. No other top prospect had such a wide variance, although the other nine scouts had Miroshnichenko solidly in the top 10. 46 Mats Lindgren Kamloops (WHL) 6. Two of the three Russians ranked in TSNs Top 32 forward Danila Yurov at No. They could use it to select Luca Del Bel Belluz of the OHL's Mississauga Steelheads. Theres a lot to pick apart on both sides of the equation. Some teams have factored in a more emphatic Russian factor in their rankings, while still other teams have ranked all players, including Russians, based purely on hockey-playing ability. 52 Rieger Lorenz Okotoks (AJHL) 74 Pano Fimis Niagara (OHL) WebBob McKenzie's 2021 Final Draft Rankings 1,793 views Jul 19, 2021 18 Dislike Share Save TC Productions 149 subscribers Like and Subscribe for more content All clips are property of the TSN. He went into this season being projected as a bona fide No. First is his size. It feels like this years draft could see a lot of movement from these consensus rankings. Miro's description is perfect, he has that sky-high potential but so many flags, it gets reflected when some people have him top 5 just based on potential, then others have him in the 20-30 range due to the flags ( he was at 18 in my Early January but kind of pre-WJC rankings ). 3. Danny Zhilkin of the OHL's Guelph Storm could be a viable target for the Coyotes at this stage of the draft. I am not s high on them as the top end of the 2023 class. That is, players slotted from Nos. HM Fabian Wagner Linkoping (SWE J-20) 14 and forward Ivan Miroshnichenko at No. Still, his youth and potential could prove attractive to a club in need of scoring like the Blue Jackets. Gaucher has 24 goals and 40 points in 49 games this season with the QMJHL's Quebec Remparts. 62. Kasper, 17, is at No. 4. Gino Reda hosts a weekly syndicated radio show that profiles the excitement, news and insight of Canadian Amateur Hockey across Canada. Montreal Canadiens sign Xavier Simoneau to entry-level contract. He's moved on to their champions league club, where he has 10 points in 31 games. Teams who like Wright at No. 72 Lane Hutson USA U-18 (USHL) 1 NHL centre, though many scouts have since downgraded that projection to no better than a No. There are no slam dunks. 6 on TSNs list. 51 Seamus Casey USA U-18 (USHL) With the Ducks rebuilding under new general manager Pat Verbeek, they could still benefit by adding someone like Nazar with his ability to play center or right wing. 1 vote from our panel of scouts, but also got a few votes at No. The top defenceman in this years draft, so far anyway, is 6-foot-3 blueliner David Jiricek, who recently underwent surgery for a knee injury suffered at the World Junior Championship. The question with him is his offensive game and overall hockey sense. 10. 5 among North American skaters. They also wonder if he can be a true, number-one center. David Jiricek:The Czech missed a good chunk of this season with a knee injury suffered at the World Junior Championship, but the 6-foot-3 blueliner has the size, bite, and physical tools to play a shutdown role. Yurov was held scoreless seeing limited minutes in 21 games against professionals in the KHL. The headline will be that its the first time this season that includes pre-season rankings in September; mid-season rankings in January; draft lottery edition rankings in April; and now the final rankings in June that someone other than Wright is No. Two questions come to mind with Beck. Hes also a better skater. 2. He should be among the enticing prospects in the opening round of this year's draft. 79 Reid Schaefer Seattle (WHL) Mintyukov, the Russian defenceman playing in Saginaw, is emerging as a red-hot commodity and rising draft star. 1 on their lists said he got extra marks for playing a premium position (centre) and still putting up 94 points in 63 games in what many would concede was a disappointing season. Highest ranks: 13th (TSNs Craig Button), 15th (Sportsnet, Elite Prospects), Lowest ranks: 44th (Draft Prospects), 37th (McKeens Hockey), 36th (TSNs Bob McKenzie). 4. He was as high as No. HM Jack Devine Denver (NCAA) That feels like ages ago. Slafkovsky was ranked No. 76 Mattias Havelid Linkoping (SWE J-20) The rest of his game is strong especially his shot. 88 Vladimir Grudinin Moskva (MHL) His compete and his leadership will garner a lot of first-round attention. With smaller puck-moving defensemen such as the Colorado Avalanche's Cale Makar and the Vancouver Canucks' Quinn Hughes becoming NHL stars, however, Casey has the potential to become an effective top-four blueliner in the big league. In 2019, we eliminated the top two and bottom two scores from the average. 20 or lower. TRADE - GOLDEN KNIGHTS ADD FORWARD TEDDY BLUEGER FROM PITTSBURGH, TRADE - KINGS ACQUIRE GOALTENDING PROSPECT WHO DIDN'T WANT TO SIGN WITH SABRES, TRADE - ARIZONA COYOTES FINALLY DEAL D JAKOB CHYCHRUN, TRADE - RED WINGS SHIP 25-YEAR-OLD BLUELINER TO VANCOUVER, "What separates Slafkovsky from Wright for me is that he's bigger, he played harder, he was more consistent with his competitiveness, and he stepped up to produce on big stages [Olympics and world championship]," another NHL head scout told McKenzie. Currently sidelined with a minor shoulder injury, Kemell hasnt been scoring at the same pace he did to start the season in Finlands top mens league, but hes still seen a skilled goal-scorer/playmaker who has an engine that revs high. 1 spot on TSNs 2022 NHL Draft Final Ranking and, by the slimmest of margins, its Juraj Slafkovsky over 85 Cruz Lucius USA U-18 (USHL) Peters also complimented his quick hands and deceptive shot among his assets. The war with Ukraine and resulting sanctions have some NHL clubs unsure of how to proceed with Russian prospects, especially those who are playing and living in Russia. The Anaheim Ducks acquired the Boston Bruins' first-round pick in the Hampus Lindholm trade. Czechia and Slovakia split up in 1993, but its amazing that the two smaller hockey countries have as many Top 10 prospects on this list as Canada. Very good offensive instincts to go with an outstanding NHL-ready shot better than Nemec this season with the QMJHL Quebec... 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