Scott Wheelers final ranking Kimelman -- Tristan Luneau, D, Gatineau (QMJHL): The Sabres could use some depth on the right side of their defense and Luneau (6-1, 189) would be a good option here. Kevin Korchinski, D, Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL): Great skating ability that allows him to get back on pucks quickly, initiate the rush and walk the offensive zone blue line. Sidelined with illness and injury for much of his draft year, Moldenhauer is embarking on the biggest week of his life at the U18 Worlds. Alexander Perevalov, LW, Yaroslavl (MHL): In terms of a skilled forward who isnt just an offensive juggernaut, theres plenty of NHL potential as a producer here. 4. Video: Draft Prospect: Best of Cutter Gauthier. 5 to No.2. He improved his skating, which allows him to get into more dangerous areas to use his shot, which is considered by scouts to be one of the best in this draft class. 13 Conor Geekie Winnipeg (WHL)
Corey Pronman ranks the 2022 draft-eligibles by skill Also included is each player's career NHL totals. account that can be used to sign in here. Why Zhilkin could be taken in the first two rounds. He's got a cannon for a shot, defends well and can transition from defense to offense quickly. . Kimelman -- Jonathan Lekkerimaki, RW, Djurgarden (SWE): Lekkerimaki (5-10, 171) has an NHL-caliber shot, with a one-timer or wrist shot he can use to pick corners. (approx 1 - 2 per week). The path to the 2023 NFL Draft will cross a major checkpoint with the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine taking place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from Feb. 28 to March 6. He had 58 points (33 goals, 25 assists) in 30 games in Sweden's junior league. He might not have quite the same offensive pizzazz as Kemell, but he still projects as a top-six scoring forward. Customize your Sportsnet lineup for the latest news from your favourite leagues and teams. Once we got past Christmas, a couple of weeks were needed to return to the expected pace and quality of play weve become accustomed to from these talented young men. HM Jace Weir Red Deer (WHL), Gino Reda hosts a weekly syndicated radio show that profiles the excitement, news and insight of Canadian Amateur Hockey across Canada. With Week 13 of the 2022 NFL season officially in the books, fans are understanding what this season means for their franchise, for better or worse. Kimelman -- Matias Havelid, D, Linkoping Jr. (SWE-JR): Havelid (5-9, 165) is an outstanding skater with a big shot from the blue line. A right-handed shot, Jiricek projects to be a high-skill, top-pair defenseman with the size (6-3, 189) to win 1-on-1 battles in the defensive zone. Some NHL scouts see him more as a winger than a centre, but high-end smarts and skill level project him to be a top-six offensive forward in pro. Jiri Kulich, C, HC Karlovy Vary (CZE): Was his nine-goal effort at the U18s a mirage, or a true representation of what he will be able to do in the NHL? Team needs and tendencies have been loosley been taken into consideration. Typically, we have some certainty as to the first half of the draft, but this year we have some level of certainty in the first quarter of the opening round, or the first eight picks. 34 Jagger Firkus Moose Jaw (WHL)
}}. Logan Cooley 19. Robert Lefebvre/OHL Images. - Its not looking like a banner year for Canadians in the draft. The 1st overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls. Why did Shane Wright drop from being the No. Lian Bichsel He has terrific . 62 Tyler Brennan Prince George (WHL)
He'll likely be able to showcase more of those offensive skills next season at the University of Minnesota. The 2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft will be held July 7-8 at Bell Centre in Montreal. Jonathan Lekkerimaki, RW, Djurgarden (SWE U20): Will shoot from anywhere because he can score from anywhere. May not be a major point getter, but another player aware of what his strengths are. Current. 88 Vladimir Grudinin Moskva (MHL)
But now he has two challengers in Logan Cooley and Juraj Slafkovsky,who had strong finishes to their respective seasons. 67 Devin Kaplan USA U-18 (USHL)
Noah Warren, D, Gatineau Olympiques (QMJHL): Possesses rare asset with the wherewithal to know what he is and how he has to play. Marco D'Amico. 89 Alexander Suzdalev HV 71 (SWE J-20)
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. Slafkovsky was ranked either No. Sorry we could not verify that email address. Video: Draft Prospect: Best of Ryan Chesley. 32. Theres a lot to pick apart on both sides of the equation. The 6-2 185 lb defenseman has a hockey scholarship to Northeastern where he will have four years of play in the NCAA before the Sabres decide whether to sign him to an entry level contract or whether to let him walk. All Rights Reserved. A right-shot defenseman, he played primarily on the left side this season. 25 Ryan Chesley USA U-18 (USHL)
If a team in the 12-16 range wins the first drawing, the first pick will remain with the worst team. 1. Round 1 (#17) - Broderick Jones, T - Georgia The National Champion, to put it bluntly, is a . 1 defenseman and 2021 second-round pick (No. Compared by some to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Anthony Cirelli, Del Bel Belluz was second on Mississauga with 76 points (30 goals, 46 assists) and led them with 12 power-play goals in 68 games. Think William Nylander. 6 and as low as No. Can beat defenders to the outside, but also manages the puck well away from the body to take it to the middle of the ice. 1r.1 no trade. Connor Bedard will undoubtedly be picked first overall in the upcoming NHL Draft but where do the other picks land from 2-16? 1. The 16 teams that missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs took part in the lottery drawing for the first two selections; the Canadiens won the No. 2022 Mock Drafts 2021 Mock Drafts 2020 Mock Drafts 2019 Mock Drafts 2018 Mock Drafts 2017 Mock Drafts 2016 Mock Drafts. 79 Artyom Duda Moskva (MHL)
How Mintyukovs playing style mirrors his chess strategy, Marco Kasper He had 70 points (28 goals, 42 assists) in 56 games and nine points (three goals, six assists) in six games at the World U-18s. HM Quinn Finley Madison (USHL)
The 2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft will be held July 7-8 at Bell Centre in Montreal. He's an outstanding skater with high-end offensive instincts. Applying some of those gifts on the defensive side is a work in progress. 1 vote from our panel of scouts, but also got a few votes at No. Joakim Kemell, RW, JYP (Liiga): Ended his campaign on a high-note, resembling more of the player we saw lead the Liiga in scoring and not the banged-up shadow of himself that detracted from his play mid-season. 57 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL)
Gaucher is strong on face-offs and is a solid presence in front of the opposing net and was an alternate captain this season. The right-hand shot, compared by some to Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh, will play at the University of Minnesota next season. Team. No one in the 2022 NHL Draft class has travelled a road to Montreal quite like that of fearless centre Vinzenz Rohrer. The rankings are below. (Photo: Mike Stobe / NHLI via Getty Images). Photo by Mike Stobe/NHLI via Getty Images. ET; ESPN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS) and rounds 2-7 are July 8 (11 a.m. 2022 NHL Draft: Ranking The Top 50 NHL Draft Prospects. He's a good skater who defends well with his feet and reach, taking time away from opponents. The Coyotes, Kraken and Flyers would love one of the top two prospects to fall to them, but that seems . Morreale -- Owen Beck, C, Mississauga (OHL): Beck (5-11, 187) tied for fifth among OHL rookies with 51 points and was ninth with 30 assists. Kimelman -- Juraj Slafkovsky, LW, TPS (FIN): With Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier and Dawson Mercer, the Devils are in good shape down the middle. Player Rankings updated 11 days ago | Draft Order updated after every game. 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. Five of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN . Listen. Howard has great quickness, instincts and is tenacious on pucks. The Canadiens, Winnipeg Jets, Columbus Blue Jackets, Anaheim Ducks and Minnesota Wild each have two. 9. Well give you the latest news when it becomes available, or feel free to add some more selections to your settings. What separates Slafkovsky from Wright for me is that hes 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 said. Frank Nazar Shane Wright, C, Kingston Frontenacs (OHL): Despite teams and the media questioning a perceived lack of compete at times, we still have to project, and Wright projects to be the most complete player in this draft class. He had 65 points (34 goals, 31 assists) and five power-play goals in 54 games, and nine points (three goals, six assists) in six games for the U.S. at the World U-18s. Ivan Miroshnichenko, LW, Omsk (VHL): The projection of a return-to-play next season has hastened, and as a result, hes back on track to be a first round pick. Adding strength is a necessity, especially when it comes to playing in his end, but Havelid has all the qualities of a future NHL power-play quarterback. 1 pick. Why Nemec projects to play on a top pairing and top power-play unit in the NHL. Conor Geekie, C, Winnipeg Ice (WHL): Personality plus with an abundance of confidence, he brings size, skill and unexpected playmaking ability to the table. 6. Morreale -- Rutger McGroarty, RW, USA U-18 (NTDP): A versatile player with great leadership skills, McGroarty (6-1, 204) thinks the game at a high level, will shoot the puck and competes all over the ice. 68 Hunter Haight Barrie (OHL)
86 Arseni Koromyslov St. Petersburg (MHL)
There isnt enough recent news in your lineup. 18. 1 pick, and the Devils won No. ET; NHLN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS). Has plenty of hockey IQ and ability to adapt to what the game throws at him. He patterns his game after Lightning forward Alex Killorn, so adding a similar type of skilled, gritty player could be intriguing for Tampa Bay. Try a week on us. The next generation of NHL stars will enter the league at the 2022 NHL Draft, live from Montreal. A knee injury sustained at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship sidelined Jiricek for almost four months, but he recovered to have a strong showing for Czechia at the World Championship where he had two points (one goal, one assist) and averaged 10:28 in ice time in five games. Morreale -- Denton Mateychuk, D, Moose Jaw (WHL): Mateychuk (5-10, 194) was third on Moose Jaw with 64 points (13 goals, 51 assists) in 65 games.