5 and as low as No. Though Gauthier played some centre this season, most scouts seem to think he projects more as a pro winger. There are no slam dunks. NHL Central Scouting has Perevalov sitting 10th among international skaters. HM Vladimir Grudinin Moskva (MHL)
The goal is to give you different perspectives from various sources indicating where the questions and pressure points are. In our scout survey, Gauthier was as high as No. While that could affect how high he goes in this year's draft, he's still a well-regarded young player. Bear in mind that these two scouts, while voicing some concerns, still currently have Wright atop their lists. 7 David Jiricek Plzen (CZE)
While the 6'2", 187-pound left winger managed just two points in 25 games with their pro team, the experience he received there should prove invaluable in his development. 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. 1.. He was ranked as high as No. Outside of the top-three players, the rest of the draft appears to be wide open. While hes not the slowest skater, his mechanics have been questioned. His skating is good but not great, and he projects as solid top-four defenceman who, like Nemec, could be a 2-3. Highest ranks: 9th (Central Scouting European Final Rankings), 25th (Future Considerations) Lowest ranks: 64th (TSNs Craig Button), 59th (Dobber Prospects) The Call 1-800-GAMBLER. For me, Miroshnichenko has a higher ceiling.. The 18-year-old Chesley has put up decent offensive stats this season. With a new season right around the corner, the attention of scouts now turn to the 2023 draft, which has the potential to be the best draft class since 2015. 27 on the mid-season rankings but is also the son of new Montreal Canadiens general manager and former player agent Kent Hughes. Logan Cooley: The U.S. U-18 national team centre was the only prospect besides Slafkovsky and Wright to get a No. 71. The highest ranked goalie is at 62, so dont expect a saviour starter to be taken by the Leafs. ", "Russian winger Miroshnichenko who got the only other No. Some scouts view him as a legit threat to crack the top five he ranged from as high as No. He didnt disappoint either, scoring 39 goals and 66 points in 58 games as a rookie. They could seek another potential top-six forward capable of playing center or wing here. Their next pick is at 79th overall, and they have a seventh rounder as well. 11 Brad Lambert Lahti (SM Liiga)
Sidelined in late October by a shoulder injury, his production has declined since his return, sitting with 15 goals and 23 points in 39 games. His points per game have improved 1.14 as a 15-year-old to 1.24 as a now 17-year-old but so much more was expected in his draft year. Lekkerimaki won't make the jump to the NHL right away, giving him time to fill out physically while developing his game skating in Sweden's elite league. The New York Rangers lack a center among their top 10 in Scott Wheeler's ranking of theirprospect depth. 70 Simon Forsmark Orebro (SWE J-20)
Miroshnichenko is the drafts biggest wild card. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino notedKorchinski's improvement this season has him rising on many NHL teams' scouting lists. 64 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL)
2. In order to qualify for the rankings, players needed to be included on at least five of the 15 sources (since we took away the top and bottom two scores, we wanted to make sure players were guaranteed to be using at least one of their own rankings). We previously had the Arizona Coyotes selecting Nathan Gaucher with this pick, which was received from the Montreal Canadiens as part of the return in last summer's Christian Dvorak trade. MCKEEN'S HOCKEY TOP 32. There are, however, two points worth noting. Its not a banner draft year for goaltenders. Why such a high disparity? 79 Artyom Duda Moskva (MHL)
With 31 points in 46 games, Luneau sits fourth among Olympiques scorers. Jiricek received one No. Elite Prospects cites TSN's Bob McKenzie and Craig Button among five ranking authorities rating Cooley as this season's No. 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. 3 and two more at No. 30 Matyas Sapovaliv Saginaw (OHL)
The 6'1", 179-pound Del Bel Belluz's big leap forward this season garnered the attention of Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters, who considers the youngster "a high-end finisher." Scoring punch at right wing has been an ongoing issue for the Edmonton Oilers. 53 Fraser Minten Kamloops (WHL)
Eight of our 10 scouts ranked Wright either No. Its a peculiar draft year, said one NHL team head scout. Take 37 Reid Schaefer Seattle (WHL)
33 to 64) who could push their way well into the first round. And many scouts still rave about his shot and conscientious commitment to play an all-around game, featuring maturity beyond his years when he doesnt have the puck. A stellar performance at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics could make Slafkovsky a very attractive prospect for the Devils. Several early mock drafts have seen him go inside the top-10. 48 Devin Kaplan USA U-18 (USHL)
I dont have a big issue [with his game], a sixth scout opined. Wright was awarded exceptional player status by Hockey Canada in 2019, allowing him to enter the OHL as a 15-year-old for the 2019-20 OHL season. 21 Tristan Luneau Gatineau (QMJHL)
They could set their sights on Joakim Kemell of JYP in Finland's Liiga. HM Jagger Firkus Moose Jaw (WHL)
He's not a fast or quick skater, which could hurt his placement in this round. After rebuilding over the past two seasons, the Los Angeles Kings possess a deep pool of promising youngsters within their system. 6 and as low as No. ELITEPROSPECTS.COM TOP 32. I have concerns for his lack of dominance this season. 7 on TSNs mid-season ranking, is a two-way threat, who can play a punishing shutdown defender role but skilled enough to contribute on offence, too. 5 among international skaters. Wrights game this season has lacked any sort of wow factor or dynamic aspect. 66 Aleksanteri Kaskimaki HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.)
A 6'5", 216-pounder, the 17-year-old Swiss-born Bichsel is in his first season playing for Leksands IF. Marco Kasper: The Austrian 6-foot-1 centre can play all three forward positions and his overall game is as mature and complete as it is versatile. Russian winger Miroshnichenko who got the only other No. HM Brennan Ali Lincoln (USHL)
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 ", "Yurov has the speed and skill level to be a top-two line NHL winger though hes a bit of a tougher read because he tends to play limited minutes against men in the KHL. HM Liam Arnsby North Bay (OHL)
Disappointing, that is, relative to his brilliant 2019-20 OHL rookie season (39 goals and 66 points in 58 games) and outstanding underage performance at the 2021 U-18 World Championship. 60 Hunter Haight Barrie (OHL)
Chesley may not have the gaudy numbers or flashier style of some of his blue-line peers eligible for selection in this round. Elite Prospects indicates most ranking authorities have him projected as a top-five selection, with NHL Central Scouting listing him at No. Two scouts ranked him in their top 5. HM David Goyette Sudbury (OHL)
Hockey Prospect ranked goaltenders separately, this means that goaltenders are ranked on 14 sources, not 15. The 6'2", 185-pound Snuggerud is ranked eighth by NHL Central Scouting among North American skaters. Arizona Coyotes. After tallying 10 points in 23 games last season with the Thunderbirds, the 6'2", 185-pounder leads all WHL rookie defensemen with 51 points in 58 contests, sitting eighth among all blueliners in the league. 2 and Savoie at No. We used 15 sources to come up with an ultimate ranking of the prospects. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peterspraisedthe 17-year-old McGroarty's high competitiveness and offensive skills. Marie (OHL)
The USNTDP's Isaac Howard could be someone they target in this year's draft. If its extremely tight at the top end of the draft with Slafkovsky and Wright, and it is, it also holds true throughout much of the first round. Smaller forwards with the ability to make plays at high speed are growing in number in today's NHL. 80 Vinzenz Rohrer Ottawa (OHL)
The 17-year-old left winger could still be a player on their radar at this stage. 3 and as low as No. 5 and as low as No. 1 are struggling with Wrights draft year being so average [compared to prior seasons], he said. 75 Spencer Sova Erie (OHL)
TSN's Bob McKenzie observed Geekie as an average skater but singled out his "physical tools, competitiveness and above-average skill level." Eight of our 10 scouts ranked Wright either No. Slafkovsky was already drawing considerable attention among NHL amateur scouts. 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. Size and not consistently using his linemates to maximum effectiveness are two things that could prevent that from happening. The 18-year-old center is in his first season with Northeastern, putting up 16 points in 38 games. The 17-year-old Howard is having a solid second season with the USNTDP. He was as high as No. 71. The forward earned the NHL deal with a great first pro season. Teams who rank Slafkovsky at No. 17. Full draft rankings (for more info go to TSN.ca): RK Player Team
NHL Central Scouting placed him at No. The nationality breakdown of the top 32 is as follows: Canada 9; USA 8; Russia 5; Slovakia 3; and two each for Sweden, Finland and Czechia. Teams that have multiple first-round picks are seen as well positioned to perhaps make value selections on Russian players who might be available later than they would under normal circumstances. Scott Wheeler's evaluation of the Toronto Maple Leafs' prospect depth shows them without a left-hand defenseman among their top 15. During his midseason draft rankings on Jan. 20,Bob McKenzie indicated two scouts surveyed by TSN suggested Wright's first-half performance left open the possibility he could be unseated as the top prospect. Some NHL clubs have created a separate list of Russian prospects. 54 Adam Ingram Youngtown (USHL)
The Winnipeg Jets have been lacking a talented puck-moving defenseman since injuries forced Dustin Byfuglien from the game in 2019. His skating is his strength and has shown some good moments with the puck. A big-bodied center at 6'3" and 207 pounds, Gaucher drew praise from Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino, whosingled out the 18-year-old's work ethic and effectiveness in the faceoff circle and on the penalty kill. In addition to the shadow of sanctions due to the war with Ukraine, Miroshnichenko had to overcome a series of injuries that slowed him, and then was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma. The 17-year-old Slovakian left winger led all Olympic scorers with seven goals. 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. 2, as well as the ordering for the top 5 and top 10. 79 Reid Schaefer Seattle (WHL)
Bedard remains top consensus pick in Bob McKenzies draft ranking 02:15 Bedard picks his first overalls Bob McKenzie Published Jan 23, 2023 at 11:59 AM ET It was more difficult to get consensus rankings on the Russians this year because not all teams are ranking Russians as they have in the past. Our scouting survey ranked him as high as No. The 17-year-old Kemell got off to a blazing start to this season with 12 goals and 16 points. Founded in 2009, The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. On Jan. 13, The Winnipeg Free Press' Mike Sawatzky cited NHL Central Scouting Director Dan Marr praising the young forward's adjustment to the USHL, pointing to Ingram's confidence, good hockey instincts and playmaking ability. In 2019, we eliminated the top two and bottom two scores from the average. 66 Otto Salin HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.)
The rest of his game is strong especially his shot. Joakim Kemell: The smallish (5-foot-9-1/2) Finn is an attacking, goal-scoring winger who plays a dynamic, high-energy, albeit inconsistent, game. Rankings with over 200 players ranked only received a bump of source+5. As we have them choosing a forward in Frank Nazar with their own pick earlier in the draft, they could consider selecting a right-shot defenseman given their lack of one among their top prospects. As an example, Shane Wright has a range of 1 because he was ranked first or second by every source. 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. He also noted the young Slovak plays a solid game without the puck. Four of 10 scouts had Nemec in their top 5 but four also had him just outside their top 10. He was named player of the month for October, the first rookie to be so honored. Highest ranks: 8th (Smaht Scouting), 15th (Future Considerations), Lowest ranks: 69th (Draft Prospects), 64th (TSNs Bob McKenzie). 2022 NHL Draft Rankings Top 32, June 20th, 2022 Our full list of 112 ranked players is available in our 2022 NHL Draft Black Book or for members here 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. {{ video.Name Kasper, 17, is at No. 34 Jagger Firkus Moose Jaw (WHL)
They also wonder if he can be a true, number-one center. ", "Slovak Simon Nemec, at No. 5 Juraj Slafkovsky TPS (SM Liiga Jr.)
Some other notes about TSNs first-round rankings: - There are no goalies in the Top 32. If he plays the way he did [at the U-18] in Texas las year, hell run away with No. Those that rank him in the first round believe his offensive game is coming and will be a dependable top-four, two-way defenseman. The 17-year-old should be a good fit with the Arizona Coyotes given the lack of skilled centers among Scott Wheeler's ranking of theirtop five prospects. 1, not fully seizing the opportunity. Morning Coffee: Can any team stop the Avs in the West? It feels like this years draft could see a lot of movement from these consensus rankings. Joakim Kemell:The smallish (5-foot-9-1/2) Finn is an attacking, goal-scoring winger who plays a dynamic, high-energy, albeit inconsistent, game. Its a peculiar draft year, said one NHL team head scout. Its really that tight in the eyes of so many scouts. 4 and as low as No. 16 Pavel Mintyukov Saginaw (OHL)
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The truth is no one seems to know for sure how the Russians will be considered in this years draft. Nemec may be another poster boy for the wide divergence of opinion this year on top 10 prospects. 2 by nine of our 10 scouts. On the surface, a 6-foot-3 center with skill will get a ton of attention. 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. 59 Ryan Greene Green Bay (USHL)
Scouts were hoping Wright, and his 2022 draft challengers, would use the World Juniors to define and assert themselves. TSN's Bob McKenzie singled out the 6'1", 192-pound Nemec's two-way abilities, particularly his offensive skills. 10 Marco Kasper Rgle (SHL)
The Arizona Coyotes got their third pick in this round as part of the return from the Colorado Avalanche in last summer's Darcy Kuemper trade. This is useful to create groups of similarly ranked players. (Top NHL Prospects/Habs/Leafs Rankings) 16,996 views Jul 3, 2022 Hello Guys Welcome Back! Elite Prospects indicates he remains the consensus first overall pick among the 2022 class of draft-eligible prospects. McGroarty's size, competitiveness and scoring abilities should overcome any concerns about his speed. 6 and as low as No. 69 Isaiah George London (OHL)
The lowdown: Howard is one of the best puck handlers in the entire draft. 1 or No. Here are 15 divisive prospects for the 2022 NHL Draft. 1 He also has 13 points in 12 games with their under-20 junior club. 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. Lekkerimaki is ranked ninth among international skaters by NHL Central Scouting. 29 Luca Del Bel Belluz Mississauga (OHL)
He does not have a lot of energy in his game right now., He has not played with the vigour or passion to score as he has in years past, said a fifth scout, who feels Wright could solidify No. ', TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS MAKE 3 TRADES IN RAPID SUCCESSION, TRADE - JESSE PULJUJARVI IS ON THE MOVE, JOINING WJC TEAMMATE, HEAVYWEIGHTS RYAN REAVES AND ROSS JOHNSTON EXCHANGE BOMBS, TRADE - HURRICANES ACQUIRE A DEFENCEMAN FROM ARIZONA, BREAKING - RED WINGS SIGN CAPTAIN DYLAN LARKIN TO LONG-TERM EXTENSION, TOP PROSPECT FOR UPCOMING DRAFT GETS HIMSELF IN HOT WATER WITH TEAM; 'I'M ASHAMED', BLACKHAWKS PLACE ROOKIE FORWARD ON WAIVERS; RECENTLY SIGNED JETS GOALIE ALSO ON THE WIRE, TRADE - AVALANCHE ACQUIRE FORWARD LARS ELLER FROM WASHINGTON, FLYERS REPORTEDLY TAKING CALLS ON FORMER FIRST-ROUND PICK, JARRED TINORDI AND JACK MCBAIN THROW HAYMAKERS DURING OLD-SCHOOL HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT (VIDEO), CAPITALS INK VETERAN DEFENCEMAN TO MULTI-YEAR EXTENSION, TRADE - ANAHEIM DUCKS FIND TRADE PARTNER FOR COLLEGE FREE AGENT HOLDOUT, PENGUINS PLACE PAIR OF PLAYERS ON WAIVERS, DUCKS CLAIM DEFENCEMAN OFF WAIVERS FROM NEW JERSEY. Four of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN had him in the spot immediately behind Wright. 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. 72 Lane Hutson USA U-18 (USHL)
4. 65 Alexander Suzdalev HV 71 (SWE J-20)
10. 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. Many of the players ranked from Nos. Two, this consensus ranking has nothing to do with the preference of the team the Montreal Canadiens that is picking first overall. And from the other contenders for No. ", "Conor Geekie, a 6-foot-3 centre who can play a heavy, hard-driving game but also has a high skill level. 6 on TSNs list. The 18-year-old center is sitting secondamong his teammates with 46 points in 54 games. 7 on TSNs mid-season ranking, is a two-way threat, who can play a punishing shutdown defender role but skilled enough to contribute on offence, too. 42 Filip Bystedt Linkping (SWE J-20)
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. 4", "Towering 6-foot-4 Slovak winger Juraj Slafkovsky is No. Its time to turn our attention to the most divisive prospects of the 2022 NHL Draft. In a Feb. 18 profile by NHL.com's Mike G. Morreale, Mintyukov explained leaving Russia to play in the OHL benefited his style of play as an offensive blueliner. Most scouts project him as a high-end second-line centre in the NHL with a chance to develop into a 1C. 6 to 10 could be taken a few spots higher but could also go a half dozen spots later. Montreal Canadiens Organizational Players of February. 31 Danny Zhilkin Guelph (OHL)
1 spot on TSNs 2022 NHL Draft Final Rankingand, by the slimmest of margins, its Juraj Slafkovsky over Shane Wright. The question with him is his offensive game and overall hockey sense. "There's no holes in his game.". Highest ranks: 13th (TSNs Craig Button), 15th (Sportsnet, Elite Prospects), Lowest ranks: 44th (Draft Prospects), 37th (McKeens Hockey), 36th (TSNs Bob McKenzie). We'll continue to include them in our mock for the time being, however. '", "Joakim Kemell is No. Though Gauthier played some centre this season, most scouts seem to think he projects more as a pro winger. Five of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN ranked the 6-foot-4 Slovak left winger at No. 19 are wild cards of sorts. 2. TSN/CRAIG BUTTON TOP 32. One option could be right wing Danila Yurov of Mettalurg Magnitogorsk in Russia's Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). Korchinski's size, unflappable demeanor and playmaking abilities have propelled him to a solid season in the WHL. Hes also a better skater.
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. 28 Nathan Gaucher Quebec (QMJHL)
8. Since McKenzies rankings only go 90 players deep, after the third round well shift gears and use Corey Pronmans seven-round mock draft as the draft order for Listen. WebBob Mckenzies 2022 Mid Season Draft Rankings. He has 33 points in 21 games this season with their junior squad along with 60 points in 46 games with the national under-18 team. McKenzie believes he has the potential to become a top-six NHL winger. Most seem to believe hes a bottom pair defenseman. The lowdown: Kulich introduced himself on the world stage when he was named MVP of the U18 World Championship. The Athletic's Scott Wheeler listed just one right-shot defenseman (Jett Woo) among the Vancouver Canucks' top 10 prospects. 10 Conor Geekie Winnipeg (WHL)
He projects as a top-six NHL scoring forward. 35 Jack Hughes Northeastern (NCAA)
Jiricek, who is No. Some also wonder what his role will be. 51 Seamus Casey USA U-18 (USHL)
THE HOCKEY NEWS TOP 32. The five scouts who put Slafkovsky at No. Hes a strong skater with a sturdy build and very good offensive instincts to go with an outstanding NHL-ready shot. One, if you were to survey another group of 10 scouts, you could very well end up with the same 5-4 split, but in favour of Wright. Nazar's hardworking style and offensive skills will serve him well for teams like the Ducks that could use a player of his versatility among their top prospects. Our projected second overall selection in our previous mock draft, Logan Cooley is enjoying a fine performance this season with the U.S. National Team Development Program. 55 Jani Nyman Ilves (SM Liiga Jr.)
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 90 Miko Matikka Jokerit (SM Liiga Jr.)
Despite a slow first half of the season, the 18-year-old Kingston Frontenacs center should be a fine addition to the Montreal Canadiens if they win the draft lottery. Jiricek is hurt now. Some rankings have more correlation to how the draft will unfold than others, and no rankings are perfect so we combined 15 of the most respected draft rankings and used a modified average of them to get our own rankings. 76 Mattias Havelid Linkoping (SWE J-20)
Gambling problem? 9. 67 Jordan Gustafson Seattle (WHL)
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