Day One of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft provided no huge thrills for Hawk fans (and some are saying one or two disappointments), but offered a lot of evidence as to the philosophy and direction of the team's player development.
"Who's Kevin Hayes?" was a question that rang out across the tweetosphere around 10 o'clock Eastern last night.
To me, the answer is not as interesting as the question.
Hayes is a project. A kid with one or two unusual characteristics (very high hockey sense and dedication to training) and enough of some other basic qualities (hands, skating, size) to say he could really turn into something. Someday.
Make no mistake. Hayes is very raw and basically unpedigreed, having played New England Prep School hockey to this point.
But, let's face it, the "pedigreed" kids available from 15-60 in this draft, OHL and WHL kids who have been scouted to death are also players who are seen as being limited, perhaps, in some way. This why they're fallen past 15 or in some cases, 30. Does that mean none of them will make the NHL or become good players, no. But it also means at this point, their upside can be questioned as much as Hayes' can. But a player like Hayes perhaps, is a bit more of a moldable lump of clay.
I think this also signals that the Hawks don't feel they need (or can afford) a quick fix type player who's a year away. The trade of Akim Aliu would also indicate the team is very high on Kyle Beach. Then there's Shawn Lalonde, who is likely 1-2 years away. And Dylan Olsen, Nick Leddy and now Jeremy Morin, who are 2-3 years away.
So what does all this presage for today, when the Hawks have 5 second round picks and another 6 in subsequent rounds? I think you're going to hear a lot more of "Who is . . . " before the names of the players selected.
I personally will be shocked if the Hawks don't grab a goalie with one of those 5 second rounders, and I really think they might go for the explosively athletic Swede, Fredrik Pettersson-Wentzel.
And the Hawks might still add some more picks (believe it or not). Kris Versteeg's name was mentioned as being on the market throughout the day, with the Hawks asking for a first rounder and a prospect. Well, unless that first rounder is in next year's draft (a possibility) they aren't getting that for Versteeg. But I suspect they still need to deal him for cap reasons.
Here are rounds 2-4 of Wiz' Mock Draft for your reference today:
Second Round
Edmonton Oilers
No. 31 - Matheiu Corbell - 6-foot-6, 192,G, Halifax
Giant Quebec league goal-stopper with excellent glove hand and enough girth to cover a huge portion of net by just spreading himself. From his observation tower above all others,he reads the on-ice situation and the puck well. Hybrid butterfly style but moves quickly for his size down, up and at 'em, covering angles.
Boston Bruins (from Toronto via Montreal, Chicago and Toronto)
No. 32 - Cal Pickard - 6-foot, 207, G, Seattle
Ultra-competitive athletic average-height goaltender who has quick strong legs, good focus and poise. Squares up and positions well, plays angles, and moves laterally to cover the crease width. Use his pads to adsorb shots. Not tall, but thick. Plays bigger than you would expect but still is susceptible to top corner shots as most average size netminders are. Butterfly style with little hybrid variation. All in all, a good prospect but as already stated, golfers take longer to bring along, so teams usually wait until after the first to dragnet 'tenders, unless they are ultra-special.
Florida Panthers
No. 33 - Gregg McKegg – 5-foot-11.75, 185 , LCF, Erie
Was part of the Gold medal winning Team Ontario in the under-17 Challenge in 2009 and is an all-around solid three zone player, who plays big, on the attack. Great wall player, and displays a quick release to go with his above-average skating and jump. Responsible defensive player, and good battle area guy, with some jam.
Columbus Blue Jackets
No. 34 - Ryan Spooner 5-foot-10, 176, RC, Peterborough, (OHL)
In some ways, you want to just copy the evaluation of Schwartz and paste it here as Spooner also must be considered an undersized centre who has room to grow. He is both a playmaker and a bit of a scorer, as besides straight on shots, he can pick a part of the net and use the opponents in front to provide screens for his shots and also is gifted as a tip-in guy. He has an active stick due to his excellent hand/eye coordination, and his balance skating ability makes him dangerous, as he darts in, cuts over, making space for the attack, and also showing he can give defenders fits if they choose to engage him 1 on 1.
New York Islanders
No. 35 - Tyler Pitlick - 6-foot-1, 177, RF, Mankato State (NCAA)
Good hockey instincts, and never shy at taken the dished out stuff if it helps to set up or give him a scoring chance. Has speed and balance, inside his fairly wide stride. Gritty competitor whether his team is ahead by five or behind. He is an above average play-maker, and has excellent puck skills, and smarts. Not a true jammer, but finishes his checks, displays patience when finishing while taking the jostle. Upside is there. He has the good vision, heart,and versatility to eventually be a NHLer .
Florida Panthers (from Tampa Bay via Boston)
No. 36 - Max Gardiner - 6-foot-2, 182, LC, Minnetonka HS Minnesota
Big power playmaking centre who can get a few more inches and 40 more pounds on his his massive frame. Strong puck presence and keeps opposing players away from the puck with his long arms. Long-legged and strong on the puck. As of yet not extremely quick, but presents problems to defenders with his long reach and trunk. The entire crease area becomes suspect to him being able to get to rebounds no matter where they bounce. Already shoots the puck with an NHL type heavy shot. His size doesn't prevent him from being a scoring threat in high traffic areas, as his never hesitates to quickly dish, or patient hold and shield, until a teammate gets open. A three zone player knows the nuances of playing the defensive game with a strong forecheck, and lane clogger. He really needs to get quicker feet and when he develops it, projects as a big-time NHL centre. Committed to the University of Minnesota.
Carolina Hurricanes
No. 37 – Alex Petrovic– 6-foot-4. 193 – RD, Red Deer
Physical stay at home defender with excellent reach who knows his weaknesses, so stay he plays to his strengths. Although he is a good balanced forward skater with a smooth stride, he gets in trouble when attackers challenge him and his lateral movement falls short. Has gap control issues. He moves the puck well out of the zone, can make the big first pass, Doesn't get rattled in his zone, and plays a bruising style with a controlled mean streak. Decent feet provide a launching pad for him to crush attackers with regularity. Like to compare contrast? Go watch what Dylan McIlrath does to him on You tube. Offensive game needs work, although he may see time on the PP,he needs both shot improvement and recognition skills.
New Jersey Devils
No. 38 - Charlie Coyle - 6-foot-2, 202, RCF, South Shore (EJHL)
Natural scorer with very good hands and stick. Big and strong with a wide frame for growth. Dominant player in EJHL. Soft hands, good stick, and good dangler. Skating is a weakness at this point but it seems to be an issue with bigger kids in general at this age. In January he was moved to RW where he quickly got comfortable.
Minnesota Wild
No. 39 - Mark Pysyk – 6-foot-1.25, 174 – RD, Edmonton
Started the season as one of the highly-touted skilled defenseman with offensive tools and a good first pass, but was a disappointment and seemed to not show that improvement you look for. He certainly has shown NHL quickness and first step, and fluid skating. Very light, but in the past, that hadn't stopped him from playing bigger. Needs to develop into a better offensive anticipation, and become a more dominant attacking player. What has compounded his development is he suffered a concussion that has left him "hearing footsteps" and not just playing, but I certainly understand why this is entered his game.So far, he has basically played the year in a slump, unable to display his skills in positive full game successes. Good prospect with untapped potential. Good mobile defenseman with good puck skills and passing ability on a club laden with good defensemen last year, so with graduations he will finally get more responsibilities. He takes short choppy strides and gets going but it takes a bit longer because of the short stride. Good decision-maker who both makes a good first pass and carries it well. Good, not great defensively, not overly physical, and not much of an offensive generator. Not a real physical sort, as he relies at this point on using hands and feet to get him out of any trouble in the defensive zone. I am not going to sugar coat it: he is a pussy. He plays like he is scared, backs down, and I have heard the experts who have him tagged as a top ten first round in some cases, and all I'll say is players change, but I hope my team doesn't pick him, if they are getting the package as advertised. Thrust into a main man role this season, not the easiest job at 18.
New York Rangers
No. 40 - Teemu Puikkinen - 5-foot-10, 178, RW, Jokerit No. 47
I would have slotted this player a lot higher if he looked to get bigger or skate better, but others feel what you get is a pretty good package. He skates with his knees turning inward so he gets things done by darting as opposed to speed. He is not going to be a wall guy or a battler in his own zone, but the one thing he does bring is a high attack skill and vision.The following applies: knock-kneed, patient, quick hands/stick, lacks first step and general quickness when in pursuit. Last season he incurred knee injury and his year he lost time to a broken hand. He reads the ice well, makes good puck decisions, has an excellent passing game, and good with the puck in PP set-up. Not as interested when the puck isn't on his stick, but has started to work a lot harder in the neutral and defensive zones. Last year the Finland Press dubbed him the Finnish Sidney Crosby, a real stretch, but his playing in the NHL at some juncture may not be. Where he selected is dependent upon if he is deemed a perfect fit around an existing NHL nucleus, because he looks NHL ready.
Dallas Stars
No. 41 - Calle Järnkrok – 5-foot-11, 167 – LC, Brynas Jr.
Top swedish draftee is a slick skating puck carrier high level stickhandler, offensive generator. Great vision and feet. Good transition skater, deft passer, who buys time by weaving in and out of battle zones until teammates are ready for set-ups. Not the finished product as still not strong enough both physically and lower body. Has a bit of Patrick Kane in him, as he sets up at the half-boards and knows where to put the it.
Anaheim Ducks
No. 42 - Matt MacKenzie - 6-foot-1, 191, RD, Calgary
Good mobile defenseman with good puck skills and passing ability on a club laden with good defensemen last year, so with graduations he will finally get more responsibilities. He takes short choppy strides and gets going but it takes a bit longer because of the short stride.Good decision-maker who both makes a good first pass and carries it well. Good, not great defensively, not overly physical, and not much of an offensive generator. Not a real physical sort, as he relies at this point on using hands and feet to get him out of any trouble in the defensive zone, and a very calm under fire player when the offensive forecheckers pressure him. Thrust into a main man role this season, not the easiest job at 18. Prototypical Western league player with enough skill and abilities to become a effective NHL player.
Chicago Blackhawks (from Calgary)
No. 43 - Stephen Johns – 6-foot-3, 213 – RD, USA U-18 NTDP
Long armed defenseman with an excellent size/skills ratio, good skating ability, and a hard shot. Improving his play in the defensive zone. He has never lacked a physicality bordering on mean. Still need work on gap control, and controlled aggression. May be destined to the wing as a pro.
St. Louis Blues
No. 44 - Konrad Abeltshauser - 6-foot-3.5, 193, LD, Halifax
Giant framed defender who plays with jam, and has the calmness in his game to make plays at both ends. He came back early from a broken wrist. For a huge man,he moves really fluidly backward and laterally and actually has pretty good feet.
He has good vision and long reach help him keep pucks in the offensive zone and to fill the gaps defensively. Cool and calm under offensive pressure, when team defense needs it. Projects to be a top four defensemen.
Boston Bruins
No. 45 - Johan Larsson - 5-foot-10.25, 199, LF, Brynas
Hard driving jack of all trades who plays a chiseled game with plenty of energy. Excellent forechecker who despite not having the flash many youngster display, he never stops working, like a dynamo throughout the game, contributing completely for his squad. Good PK.
Carolina Hurricanes (from Ottawa)
No. 46 - Joey Hishon - 5-feet-10, 182 - LC, Owen Sound
Has all the skills but not the height. Excellent skater & stickhandler who can make the sharp cuts,and direction changes, and hit top speed when there is an opening. Plays tough and tries to play big. Doesn't use his wingers well, preferring to one man it. Had an injury-filled season that started with pelvis injury, then broke his foot, so teams may question if he can stand up to the NHL gruel.
Colorado Avalanche
No. 47 - Tyler Toffoli - 6- foot, 185, RCF, Ottawa (OHL)
Improving offensive player capable of playing any forward position. Above average skater, who make room for himself in the offensive zone. It is disturbing that he has not developed a take no prisoners attitude, and tends to take the path of less contact in his attack philosophy, and doesn't compete to the level of his abilities. Superior snap shot, excellent vision and reading ability, and high skills with his soft hands as the centerpiece. Still learning to actually become a better conduit his teams attack, but can mis-read or become oblivious to the on-ice situation. Maybe I am over-reacting but seems soft for the abilities he shows. More of perimeter guy with little interest in rounding out his game with additional wall or traffic area work. Despite the negatives I seem to have piled on here, he has upside that can only be accomplished by increased commitment as he progresses.
Edmonton Oilers (from Nashville)
No. 48 - Petr Straka - 6-foot-2.6, 187, RW, Rimouski
High tempo offense-only performer who displays quick feet, good passing skills, and a wicked one timer. Superb PP player. who shows a nice burst when on offense. Uninterested without the puck, and more of a perimeter player in 5 on 5 situations, unwilling to play in battle areas effectively, and avoids contact, which is puzzling with his good size unless there was an unreported injury I was unaware of. Pumped up his level of intensity during the playoffs with much more spirited commitment to the areas I just listed as negatives.
Los Angeles Kings
No. 49 - Ivan Telegin - 6-foot-0.5, 185, LhC-RW, Saginaw (OHL)
Big physical winger who has begin to fill out to a size much more suitable to his non- typical Russian play style. He will probably end up as a power winger and not centre where he has seen much duty, unless it is in a role as a physical checking line centre. He makes up with power and push for not having the high skill levels attributed to Russian prospects, although he does have good skills, not superb ones. He is a three zone dedicated player, powerful battling in both the attack zone and defensive zone, due to his strong balanced skating. Doesn't score with dazzling hands. It is that he is strong in the box and disrupts and scores goals there when parked in front of the net.
Florida Panthers (from Pittsburgh)
No. 50 - Stanislav Galiev, 6-foot-0.75, 187, RCF, Saint John (QMJHL)
After getting the attention of the scouts with his play in the USHL last year, and he has not shown the same rate of improved offensive prowess you would look for. After seeing the Eight Nations, where his quick burst and hands and stick to match were all on display, I wonder if he played the rest of the year in St. John with something bothering him. He is an offense first player, who will give effort defensively, takes a hit to make the play, but is in no way a physical player. What a team does get is a offensive player who can find teammates, and knows how to attack. His soft hands come with a quick trigger. He has a couple of gears and his quickness in attack is a strength. I had him penciled in as a early first rounder in October, but that is in question with the emergence of quality performances by so many others, and his underwhelming showing this season in his league.
Detroit Red Wings
No. 51 - Kevin Hayes - 6-foot-3, 195, LW, Nobles & Greenough H.S.
Projects to develop into a solid NHL big man because he is displaying a tremendous skill package at a lower level of competition. Shoots the puck well and will improve his shot as he gets stronger and tutelage. Plays three zones and may have tried to shoulder the weight of feeling he has to be the man. At this juncture he is more of a offensive generator, and doesn't pose a huge scoring threat as an "attack the net" scorer, probably because he has not developed a quick step. That may be because he is sharing the puck instead submitting to the temptation to be a one man show. Superior stick skills and movement, and has his way around the attack zone, and can dangle with ease at the present level. More of a perimeter shooter, and how he projects as a pro is tied to his development at the next level, and better recognition in the defensive zone.
Phoenix Coyotes
No. 52 - Tom Kuehnhackl - 6-foot- 2, 172, LCF, Landshut Czech Rep
He joins the Windsor Spitfires in the Fall. His father was the greatest Olympic player that Germany ever produce. Sonny boy has above average hockey sense and vision. Exceptional offensive flair who plays up tempo, carries the puck well, and anticipates well. He comes equipped with a quick wrist shot and a superb snap shot, and is decent handling the puck in all three zones.
Carolina Hurricanes (from Buffalo via San Jose)
No. 53 - Martin Marincin - 6-foot-4, 182, LD, Kosic
Huge framed defender who is still very lean and already shows good speed, agility and balance for a kid in the middle of the growth process. He is a skilled puck-handler, carries the puck well, and is a decent passer. He reads pressure well. Good point man who reads the ice well on the PP and in attack situations. Still needs improvement defense in gap control, and uses his size and long stick as his main deterrent, and loses himself when the action gets heated. Good vision but he is better when he keeps it simple and uses his teammates as opposed to going solo. Although he wins battles by using his size, not really an imposing physically, but has time to grow a mean streak. A player on the rise.
Atlanta Thrashers (from New Jersey)
No. 54 -Mark Alt - 6-feet-4, 195, LD, Cretin-Derham
Athletic tall drink of water with more frame to fill. Skates well, and moves with good speed, closing gaps, and eluding defenders while carrying the puck. Very good passer, who makes good decisions, and is a reliable back-liner who shows some physicality. Excellent project defenseman who won't embarrass and shows definite size/skill quotient that can lead him to success. Committed to the University of Minnesota.
Columbus Blue Jackets (from Vancouver via Buffalo)
No. 55 - Jonathan Johansson - 6-foot-3, 178, LCF, Frolunda Jr.
2009-available prospect who went un-drafted because a lack of foot speed and balance issues. He worked hard at improving his skating and has shown prowess in all three zones. Was the best Swedish player in the Junior A Challenge. He has blossomed as a tough competitor at centre where he plays big and physical, but can project to wing. Besides be a terrific defensive centre he displays a new a new improved powerful stride, and more jump. A team leader, he is capable of taking over the attack, setting things up, or using his snap shot as his teammates screen. You will find him in the crease area,and in the corners and if he gets the puck, he'll keep the opposition away from it. A rising prospect who plays with an edge. Has gone from a point where skating and quickness were an issue, and made a quantum jump at making them assets that improved his overall game. PP and PK standout. Rising.
Chicago (UPDATED) (from Atlanta Thrashers by way of New Jersey)
No. 56 - Maxin Kitsyn - 6-foot-2, 193 - RhLW, Magnitogorsk
Long term project who shows skills, smarts, and upside, but presently is a work in progress. Still not in control of his big frame and feet, he is making strides improving his skating as weight training has shown significant improvement in his ability to get into places he was late to occupy in the past. He has soft hands,and although he is not fast, he is exceptionally well balanced, and his shoot is a good one. Uses his size in the box, and is more than adequate in his own end. The issue has been co-ordination in his skating due to lack of leg strength. He is a hard shooting wing that when he has completely caught up with his size, could be a all-around scorer.
Montreal Canadiens
No. 57 - Alexi Marchenko - 6-foot-2, 181, RD, CSKA
Smart all over the ice, strong in front of his nets, and solid in all phases. Good passer, and team guy. Solid balanced skater who sees the ice well, jumps up in transition, shows offensive patience, and is gifted with soft hands for receiving and dishing. Plays both PP and PK.
New York Islanders (from San Jose)
No. 58 - Jordan Weal 5-foot-8.7, 169, RC, Regina
Fine hockey IQ and participation on the ice. Creates chances, and plays with jam, but there are concerns that his size might make him no more than a role player as he climbs the ranks. Not a burner but really good jump because he has pretty good balance and control with the gears he has. Gets in trouble with the puck while in battle areas, and isn't strong enough on his skates to win battles against accomplished larger dee-men.
Anahiem Ducks (from Philiadelphia)
No. 59 - Julian Melchori - 6-feet-3, 186, LD, Newmarket
Big raw dee-man with very good quickness and acceleration. Good puck mover with fine puck-handling skills. His frame will allow him to get bigger. Patient offensive player with the puck, who distributes well. Already displaying so many traits the "new NHL's" four man attack adds to a defenseman's game.
Chicago Blackhawks
No. 60 - Sam Brittain - 6-foot-2.75, 210, G, Canmore AJHL
Climbing some lists as the AJHL's cool calm competitor to break the monopoly of goalies chosen out of major junior. Keeps it simple, uses his size,and pads as the sponge when under barrage. Long term project with upside. Committed to Denver University.
Round 3
Edmonton Oilers
No. 61 - Brandon Archibald - 6-foot-3, 205, RD, Sault Ste Marie
Good mobile skater with good size who projects as a shut-down defenseman. Still a work in progress, he needs to play within his comfort zone and improve his outlet passing. Hard shot that needs work.
Toronto Maple Leafs
No. 62 - Kevin Sundher - 5-foot-11.75, 186, LC , Chilliwack
Might be describes as a "tweener" who has been getting bigger and is a superb speed skating North-South attacker who can go to the net and score or dish off creatively to linemates, but still show little interest in game long battles for possession. Shows some jam, has a a nice shot and see the ice well to dash then dish.
Tampa Bay Lightning (from Florida)
No. 63 - Dalton Smith 6-foot-1, 195, LW, Ottawa
Another tough jam player who works hard game in and game out as the grinder/disruptor with the 67s.
Calgary Flames (from Columbus)
No. 64- Devante Smith-Pelly - 5-foot-11, 197, RhLW, Mississauga
Big Little man ready to rumble night in and night out.
New York Islanders
No. 65 - Philippe Grubaur - 6-foot-0.25, 180, G, Windsor
I would think some might place him farther down the this slotting based on that bad goal we saw. The bottom line is he plays for good team and has provided able chances to fail and he hasn't. Still developing. Not big, but athletic. Good glove, moves well side to side.
Tampa Bay Lightning
No. 66 - Troy Rutkowski -- 6-foot-1, 200, RD, Portland
Touted as a future NHL with an edge, but disappointed early with less offensive prowess and hardly any defensive aggression to firm up the claims he would be a serviceable NHL defenseman. Quick skater who loves to lead the rush. Can be mistake-free with the puck, and picked up his play in his own end, and then can morph into a defensive liability when he makes a bad decision up carrying the mail or chooses poorly in the defensive position. PP prowess is there, as is the feet, and ability to carry at full speed. Hope remains that he will gain edge and use his size in his zone.
Carolina Hurricanes
No. 67 - Justin Holl - 6-foot-2, 178, RD, Minnetonka H.S.
Tall, evenly balanced skater, with a long stride and some get-up-and-go. Great transition player, as he threads the needle on the long break-out, when he stays in control of himself and the puck. Effortless skating motion with good lateral agility too. Not yet very physical, and for that matter, and very inexperienced at thinking the game. Learning to be a PP point man and going on the attack. He has the body and tools but needs to get stronger, game smarter, and a little more edge. Good long term prospect. Committed to the University of Minnesota.
Buffalo Sabres (from Atlanta)
No. 68 - Brock Beukeboom, 6-foot-1, 202, RD, Sault Ste Marie
This season started with him being viewed as a big tough stay-at-home defender and a clone of his father. He is a step up player who engages attackers or targets smaller ones in the open ice. Fearless. Makes a clean first pass. Broke out of the mold by showing improved offensive prowess with goals, and some puck skills.
Minnesota Wild
No. 69 - Kent Simpson - 6-foot-2.5, 187, G, Everett
Athletic goaler who is a pad sponge, but still developing the nuances of his position. Must be more aggressive to the shooters and have better awareness of his positioning.
Los Angeles Kings (from NY Rangers)
No. 70 - Michael Bournival - 5-foot-10, 185, LW, Shawinigan
Stocky competitor who competes well in all three zones. Not the quickest skater but strides on a broad base with excellent balance and provides jam in the attack zone. Moves well laterally to make space in the attack zone. Has some skill and is a strong stick-handler and good passer, and displays a nice hard wrist shot. Skating needs improvement and he probably won't get much bigger, but still a good contributor.
Dallas Stars
No. 71 - Jakub Culek - 6-foot-3, 188, LW, Rimouski
A tall and lanky wing with good North-South speed. Plays in the corners and tough battle zone fearlessly and will stand in front. Decent stickhandler, and strong stick checker. Not very quick or a good cutter, but leg strength can improve. Not very good with the puck, loses on the stick passes, and has trouble at this juncture with accurate passing skills. Long term prospect who projects as a forechecker at this point.
Tampa Bay Lightning (from Anaheim)
No. 72 - Jared Knight - 5-foot-10.5, 186, RC, London
Rugged scoring centre with good balance and great work ethic especially in the dirty areas.
Calgary Flames
No. 73 - Justin Shugg - 6-foot, 187, RW, Windsor
I would have to list kid as the player who did the most to show improvement and production.
St. Louis Blues
No. 74- Patrick Nemeth - 6-foot-3.6, 209, LD, AIK Jr.
Huge raw, sting, powerful big defensemen who plays physical and loves to take advantage of a head down attacker by laying him out with check. Not completely co-ordinated or grown into his frame, he has room for improvement in his puck handling. Needs to improve his breakout pass. Still needs to learn the nuances of passing and where to be on the ice. An average viewing will display intimidating presence during plays and after the whistle. Attacking players can take advantage of him to the outside, as he needs improved East-West lateral movement. Has a hard slap shot. If he loses the heavy boots, and gets a better gripe on seeing the ice and adjusting, he could be a find.
Buffalo Sabres (from Boston)
No. 75 - Kevin Gravel - 6-foot-4, 185, LD, Sioux City
Lanky, big framed kid with room to get bigger. A defenseman who will be asked to be a stay-at-home type player, although it is far too early to categorize him as a guy you tell "play within your limitations", because he clearly shows mobility and efficient puck carrying and passing out of his zone. Understands the game and the responsibilities he is given and his balanced and backward skate are his strengths. His very good skating and reach allows this big man to be effective in gap control, the corners, and when defending against puck carriers in his defensive zone. Has some snarl too. Long term project with possible benefits.
Ottawa Senators
No. 76 - Jason Zucker - 5 -foot-10.5, 174, LW, US NTDP U-18
Denver University bound wing with scoring abilities. Good shooter. Drafting team must rely on patience and see upward progress.
Colorado Avalanche
No. 77 - Ryan Harrison - 5-foot-9.25, 185, RC, Prince Albert
Strong competing forward for his size package, who shows some scoring with his speed. May overcome size limitations with pugnacious play, but he will have to improve East-West ability, and get quicker from a dead start.
Nashville Predators
No. 78 - Jason Clark - 6-foot-1.5, 180, LCF, Shattuck-St.Mary's
Three zone player who looks like a future winger but can play centre. Good board player with above average passing skills. Good balanced excellent skater who has committed to Wisconsin.
Los Angeles Kings
No. 79 - Johan Gustafsson - 6-foot-2, 200, G, Färjestad / Skare
Big netminder who played for the Swedish team in the Eight nations tourney. Very agile, and able to move (when on his skates into position, making stops and redirecting, Made good stand-up leg saves, but did look helter-skelter when going from the butterfly to the knees, when low crease slide becomes and the mode of transport to the other post. He needs to improve glove use and also use it to shield the net when squared up, and to catch pucks, besides a sweep when flopped down.
Pittsburgh Penguins
No. 80- Brian Billett - 6-feet-1, 183, G, NH Monarchs
Boston College bound
Detroit Red Wings
No. 81 - Petr Mrazek - 5-foot-11.5, 165, G, Ottawa
New York Islanders (from Phoenix)
No. 82 - Mark Visetin - 6-foot-1.5, 187, G, Niagara
Buffalo Sabres
No. 83 - Frederick Pettersson-Wentzel - 6-feet, 176, G, Almtuna (Sweden)
Quick and calm.
New Jersey Devils
No. 84 - Martin Ouellette - 6-foot-1, 160, G, Kimball Union University
Carolina Hurricanes (from Vancouver)
No. 85 - Maxime Clermont - 6-foot-0.25, 190, G, Gatineau
Washington Capitals
No. 86 - Benjamin Conz - 5-foot-10, 198, G, Langnau
Swiss goaltender who plays an very unorthodox "hybrid butterfly-down low Hasek" style that works because he is light on his
skates.
Atlanta (from Montreal Canadiens)
No. 87 - Ryan Martindale - 6-foot-2.6, 190, LC, Ottawa (OHL)
Let sleeping dogs lie? Not if you drafting. Teams may come in seeing his size/skill and project him as a possible big NHL centre. He may be an untapped well, but so far he really isn't in anyway a dominant physical player, or in an impact scorer.
San Jose Sharks
No. 88 - Steven Shipley - 6-foot-2.25, 205, LC, Owen Sound
Big kid who shows the tools to project as big NHL player, and whose 63 points this season are the start of him developing his skills for the next level.
Philiadelphia
No. 89 - Patrick McNally - 6-foot-2, 180, LD, Milton Academy
Intriguing rangy dee-man with a strong forward skating motion who is a hard attacker pushing the play aggressively up-ice with abandon. Long range prospect who needs work on his defensive side and skating. Excellent transitional player, which might make him a valuable choice as a player who might end up on the frontline.
Chicago
No. 90 - Jerome Gauthier-Leduc - 6-foot-1, 179, RD, Rouyn-Noranda
Blossomed with improved play and PP prowess.
4th round
Edmonton Oilers
No. 91 - Kevin Clare - 6-foot-1, 200, LD, US NTDP U-18
Another great skating US program hopeful who comes with tremendous skating ability and improving puck game.
Needs to continue improvement and build on his game. Committed to the University of Michigan
Florida Panthers (from Toronto)
No. 92 - Morgan Ellis - 6-foot-1, 183, RD, Cape Breton
Still a work in progress, but with continued improvement, he can project to the higher levels based on his abilities. Far from ready to and needs to get bigger physically, play bigger, and play smarter.
Florida Panthers
No. 93 - Andrew Yogan - 6-foot-2.75, 202, LCF, Erie
Physical two-way performer, strong agile skater who is hard to take pucks from. He drives to net hard and is learning to use his wingers a bit more, and his size lets him dictate play down low. He is a liability in his own defensive zone, but learning the nuances of what he must do playing the center position. Has a decent shot and release. Cool mover, with a definite upside as a scorer. Soft hands and big upside and projects as a power forward. He is a Boca Raton, Florida native.
Columbus Blue Jackets
No. 94 - Marek Hrivik - 6-foot-1, 184, LW, Moncton
Strong hard driving winger with some creativity and scoring ability. Good vision an duck control in tight. Plays with energy, but his skating and foot speed needs improvement to continue to the higher levels.
New York Islanders
No. 95 - Danny Biega - 6-foot, 189, RD, Saginaw Harvard
Average sized offensive defenseman who has good lateral mobility, some puck-carrying skills and improving defensive game.
Tampa Bay Lightning
No. 96- Christian Thomas - 5-foot-8.5, 162, RW, Oshawa
Son of Steve Thomas, who will compensate lack of size with smarts, quickness, and a very good shot, and tough spirited play.
Boston Bruins (from Carolina)
No. 97 - Nate Schmidt - 6-foot, 188, LD, Fargo
Really good open ice hitter.Committed to the University of Minnesota.
Buffalo Sabres (from Atlanta)
No. 98 - Joe Basaraba - 6-foot-2.25, 190, RW, Shattuck-St. Mary's
Big framed athlete with room for growth. Committed defensive player, but very smart on the offense. Good skilled puck mover who also stands tall in the front, Committed to the University of Minnesota-Duluth.
Minnesota Wild
No. 99 - Maxime Bissonette - 6-foot-3, 178, LC, Moncton
More a passing than shooting centre who displays size, skills and skate to develop.
New York Rangers
No. 100 - Adam Janosik - 5-foot-11, 176, LD, Gatineau
Undersized offensive first defender who displays some good lateral mobility, some puck-carrying skills and improving defensive game.
Atlanta Thrashers (from Dallas)
No. 101 - Mark Stone - 6-foot-2.25,, 188, RW, Brandon
Broke thumb didn't make the 8 Nations Junior team
Anaheim Ducks
No. 102 - Adam Levi - 6-foot-2.75, 197, RD, Plymouth
Strong and tough
Calgary Flames
No. 102 - Louis Boileau-Domiingue - 6-foot-32.5, 181, G, Quebec
Gold winning goaltender in the U18 Ivan Hlinka tourney who is a hybrid butterfly guy and an adventure when handling the puck.
St. Louis Blues
No. 104 - Jesper Fasth - 6-foot, 178, RW, HV-71
High energy player with an aggressive game at both ends. A player that can compete at top speed while handling the puck and can dart in and out, making time and space for linemates. Not very big but seems solid. Above average stick-handler with tremendous upside and an offensive generator, due to his stop/start abilities.
Boston Bruins
No. 105 - Ludvig Rensfeldt - 6-foot-3, 209, LhRW, Brynas
Aggressive Swedish Power Forward who goes to the front, and wall well. Good power skater with a good burst,
and displays a strong shot. Promising upside.
Ottawa Senators
No. 106 - Bohumil Jank - 6-foot-2, 192, LD, Budejovice
Nice size skating defenseman with a powerful stride and good cuts. Average shot. Good on the wall and in front. Needs to develop his attack skills. Committed to the Colorado College.
Colorado Avalanche
No. 107 - Kevin Lind- 6-foot-2.5, 202, LD, Chicago USHL
Lanky defenseman with room to add bulk. Strong point shot. Smart defender who, at his present level, displays good positioning , gap control and thinks defense first. He does have up ice abilities and can carry the mail due to his above average skating prowess.
Calgary Flames (from Nashville)
No. 108 - Brent Bulmer - 6-foot-2.25, 175, RW, Kelowna
A thin energy skater with good passing prowess who will fill out and projects as a third line guy who can play all phases.
Los Angeles Kings
No. 109 - Freddie Hamilton - 6-foot-0.75, 183, RCF, Niagara
A shifty centre who looks to continue progressing. Comes from parents that were both Canadian Olympians...
Pittsburgh Penguins
No. 110 - Joey Leach, - 6-foot-3., 180, LD, Kootenay
You draft him as a hard-nosed defenseman and hitter with fighting ability and you hope his skating continues to improve.
Detroit Red Wings
No. 111- Conner Brickley - 5-foot-11.5, 190, LCF, Des Moines
A hard-nosed wing who gives it all in both offensive and defensive zones with a take no prisoner style until his tongue is
hanging out. He goes after the attackers with his all. He must develop an offensive upside, and read the defensive zone better. Committed to the University of Vermont.
Toronto Maple Leafs (from Phoenix)
No. 112 - Sam Carrick - 6-foot, 188, RC, Brampton
Projects as a checking line energy player who can take face-offs or play wing.
Phoenix Coyotes (from Buffalo)
No. 113 - Victor Öhman - 6-foot-1 203, LhF, Malmö
Powerfully built big man who is a scorer. Excellent vision, reads the ice well, makes good puck decisions, and can use his strong stride to separate himself on offense, as he loves scoring. Has shown lapses, where he becomes uninterested in doing wall work, Because I feel, he thinks he can make the play without paying. Good overall prospect.
New Jersey Devils
No. 114 - Michael Chaput - 6-foot-1.5, 196, LCF, Lewiston
Hard working player whose skating needs work.
Vancouver Canucks
No. 115 - Alain Berger - 6-foot-4, 200, RW, Oshawa
A hard-nosed Swiss imposrt wing with hands and scoring ability
Washington Capitals
No. 116- Jacob Fallon - 5-foot-10, 191, LC, Indiana
Supposedly Michigan bound former US NTDP U-18 member who has speed and a nose for the net. An off ice incident got him suspended last December.
Montreal Canadiens
No. 117- Mike Pereira - 5-foot-10.75, 170 LW, Old Avon Farm
Intense speed merchant who is committed to the University of Massachusetts.
Tampa Bay Lightning (from San Jose)
No. 118 - Josh Shalla - 6-foot-1, 194, LD, Saginaw
A skilled hockey player whose skating at this point is a detriment.
Philiadelphia
No. 119 - Bill Arnold - 5-foot-11.5, 218, RC, US NTDP U-18
Fine hockey player who is going to Boston College next year. Needs time to develop his game but clearly knows how to win face-offs and not embarrass in all three zones.
Chicago
No. 120- Oscar Lindberg - 6-foot, 187, LCF, Skellefteå
Prototypical Swedish two way centre. Has vision and recognition skills and is fearless in all three zones. Good on the PK. A battler who relies on heart and workmanlike precision to get the job done.
5th Round
Edmonton Oilers
No. 121 - Curtis Hamilton - 6-foot-2, 211, LW, Saskatoon
Smart big man who makes up for his lack of first step quickness and lack of lateral agility by having great presence and vision of the unraveling plays. Is very good offensively at the junior level, but if he develops more edge, he might be more that he is projected to be. Broken his collarbone in late November and then broke it again in late january upon his return. Has a 2-way game but really not physical. Has the injury dropped him farther in the rankings.
Toronto Maple Leafs
No. 122 - Alex Emond - 6-foot, 197, C-LW, Rimouski
Has a 2-way game and is an improving player.
Florida Panthers
No. 123 - Sondre Olden - 6-foot-4, 179, LW, MoDo
Big wing from Norway who has excellent speed but needs to grow and fill out body along with his game.
Columbus Blue Jackets
No. 124 - Alex Theriau - 6-foot-1.5, 189, LD, Everett
Good sized dee-man with considerable upside
New York Islanders
No. 125 - Mathieu Brisson - 6-foot-1, 183, RD, Omaha
Possesses good shot, but this dee-man needs skating tutelage.
Nashville Predators (from Tampa Bay)
No. 126 - Stephen Silas - 6-foot-1.75, 185, LD, Belleville
Long term project who needs work at the defensive side of his game.
San Jose Sharks (from Carolina)
No. 127 - Danick Gauthier - 6-foot-2, 182, LhC-RW, Saint John
Taller jam forward with a good dangle and stick.
Atlanta Thrashers
No. 128 - Jonathan Brunelle - 6-foot-0.5, 187, LW, Drummondville
A forward who with greater commitment may play.
Minnesota Wild
No. 129 - Louis-Marc Aubrey - 6-foot-3.25, 187, LCF, Montreal
Big forward with considerable talent. Must start coming to play.
New York Rangers
No. 130 - Taylor Aronson - 6-foot-0.25, 196, RD, Portland
Good showing in playoffs.
Dallas Stars
No. 131 - Marcel Noebels - 6-foot-2, 182, LhC-RW, Krefeld Jr. Germany
Huge forward with a good dangle and the potential to be an NHL forward. Shows agility but is raw due and needs time to get stinger, fill-in and get a bit more co-ordinated, balanced and hungrier.
Anaheim Ducks
No. 132 - Antonin Honejsek - 5-foot-10.5, 188, LCF, Moose Jaw
Improving Centre -forward who has a shot.
Calgary Flames
No. 133 - Adam Pettersson - 6-foot, 187, LCF Skellefteå
Creative passing centre who uses his shiftiness and stick to create offensive chances on even strength and the PP. (Also plays on the PK.) High traffic area c who compliments his speed with his gift as a high IQed passer and puck mover. As so many youngsters he needs more strength, and get a bit quicker.
St. Louis Blues
No. 134- Max Reinhart - 6-foot-0.75, 180, LC, Kootenay
High energy captain type.
Boston Bruins
No. 135- Kenneth DeAugostino - 5-foot-11, 190, LW, Delbarton, NJ
Good patient shooter with good hands who needs further weight room time.
San Jose Sharks (from Ottawa)
No. 136 - Brendon Woods - 6-foot-2, 188, LCF, Chicago
Good sized package with considerable upside long term.
Los Angeles Kings (from Colorado)
No. 137 - Aaron Harstad - 6-foot-0.5, 179, LD, Green Bay
Mobile defenseman with PP experience.
Phoenix Coyotes (from Nashville via Carolina)
No. 138 - Brendan Ranford - 5-foot- 9.5, 190, LW, Kamloops
Physical two-way forward who has all the tools:shot, skate, touch, but will never be very much bigger.
Los Angeles Kings
No. 139 - Philip Lane - 6-foot-2.5, 194, RW, Brampton
He projects well with the tools he possesses but may not have a toolbox.
Pittsburgh Penguins
No. 140- Daniel Gunnarsson - 6-foot-2, 185, RD, Leksand Jr.
Rising physical two-way defender, who skates with balance and hits with power. Skilled puck-handler who can pass the puck accurately or take it end to end. Has a strong physical presence along the wall and in front as well as the ability to control gaps with a quick stick or a quick burst into the area.
Detroit Red Wings
No. 141 - John Ramage - 6-foot-0.5, 184, RD, U. of Wisconsin
Rob's son. He was passed on last year despite able chances for pro teams to see him at work.
Washington Capitals (from Phoenix))
No. 142 - Radko Gudas- 5-foot-11, 2192, RD, Everett
Shorter physical defenseman who passes well out of his zone. and plays within the confines of his limitations.,as he knows to dump it the play isn't there. Hard hitter who enjoys playing bumper cars in front of the net and in the corners. Relishes the rough stuff and will drive opponents to finally drop the gloves and end up paying for doing so. A solid WHL defender who may be constricted by his size, but has shown he can make on-ice decisions to help his team win, and not hurt his team by playing with controlled aggression.
Buffalo Sabres
No. 143 - Michael Reardon - 6-foot-, 173, RD,Noble & Greenough Prep H.S.
Two way physical defenseman with good feet and a nice shot.
Toronto Maple Leafs (from New Jersey)
No. 144 - Michael Sgarbossa - 5-foot-10.25, 171, LC, Saginaw
Light forward with short-burst mosquito-like persistence.
Vancouver Canucks
No. 145 - Stephan Macaulay - 6-foot-1.25, 175, LW, Saint John
Good size and versatility.
Washington Capitals
No. 146 - Casey Thrush - 6-foot-1, 175, LW, Team Maryland AAA
Displays lightning speed but far from complete game.
Montreal Canadiens
No. 147 - Alexander Guptill - 6-foot-2.5, 175, LW, Orangeville CCHL
Displays good vision and patience in the offensive zone. A scorer who needs to round out his game.
Los Angeles Kings (from San Jose)
No. 148 - Raman Hrabarenka - 6-foot-3, 200, RD, Philiadelpia EJHL
Long term developing big shot defender who needs work on his mobility.
Philiadelphia
No. 149 - Petter Granberg - 6-foot-2.5, 196, RD, Skellefteå
Developing big defender who reads well and has quick step mobility to defend.
Atlanta (from Chicago)
No. 150 - Michael Parks - 5-foot-10.5, 188, RW, Cedar Rapids
Heady winger with many desirable aspects as a long term prospect. Displays good vision & patience that fit well with his strong balanced short-burst abilities. Plays with heart and jam, and has upside.
Sixth Round
Chicago (updated) (from Edmonton)
No. 151 - Patrick Näslund - 6-foot-3, LhRW, 217, Växjö
Pittsburgh Penguins (from Toronto)
No. 152 - Sawyer Hannay - 6-foot-4, 190, RD, Halifax
Strong tough fist-fighter with upside.
Florida Panthers
No. 153 - Peter Stoykewych - 6-foot-2.25, 188, LD, Winnipeg South MJHL
Columbus Blue Jackets
No. 154 - Max Gaede - 6-foot-2, 187, RW, Woodbury H.S. Minn
New York Islanders
No. 155 - Yasin Cisse - 6-foot-2.75, 210, RW, Des Moines
Tampa Bay Lightning
No. 156 - Ben Marshall - 5-foot-9.25, 165, LC, Mahtomedi H. S. Minnesota
Carolina Hurricanes
No. 157 - Denis Kindl - 5-foot- 11.25, 166, RC, Gatineau
Shifty centre who reads the ice well, makes good puck decisions, has an excellent passing game, and plays in traffic unrattled. Not fast, big or dynamic but plays strong and is a battler.
Atlanta Thrashers
No. 158 - Joe Rogalski - 6-foot-1.25, 195, RD, Sarnia
Minnesota Wild
No. 159 - Caleb Herbert - 5-foot-9.75, 180, RC, Bloomington-Jeff Minn
New York Rangers
No. 160 - Mirko Höefflin - 6-foot-, 174, LC, Heilbron
Two way responsible centre who reads the ice well, makes good puck decisions,and maybe a emerging defensive type player and
PK. Plays big with good puck control.
Dallas Stars
No. 161 - Charlie Inglis - 5-foot-11, 183, C, Saskatoon
Undersized tough agitators in the Western league.
Edmonton Oilers (from Anaheim)
No. 162 - Gregg Sutch - 6-foot-2, 193, RW Mississauga St. Michael's OHL
Calgary Flames
No. 163 - Jordan Messier - 6-foot-2, 192, RW, Tri-City
St. Louis Blues
No. 164 - Joonas Donskoi - 5-foot-9, 165, RF, Karpat
60 minute guy comes undersized but with a nice skill set and good speed. Has shiftiness and a good wrist shot. and understands how to attack with control.
Boston Bruins
No. 165 - Thane Heller - 6-foot-1, 200, LW, Jr. Bruins EJHL
Big raw checking winger candidate
Edmonton Oilers (from Ottawa)
No. 166 - Garnet Hathaway - 6-foot-1, 180, RW, Andover H.S. MA
Carolina Hurricanes (from Colorado)
No. 167 - Andy Iles - 5-foot-8, 169, G, US NTDP U-18
Nashville Predators
No. 168 - Jeremie Blain - 6-foot-2.25, 190, RD, Acadie-Bathurst
Los Angeles Kings
No. 169 - Matthew White - 6-foot-2, 195, Pittsburgh Viper Stars
Pittsburgh Penguins
No. 170 - Reid McNeill - 6-foot-3, 191, LD, London
Detroit Red Wings
No. 171 - Johan Mattsson - 6-foot-3, 193, G, Djurgarden
Vancouver Canucks (from Phoenix)
No. 172 - Joakim Nordström - 6-foot-1, 165, LCF, AIK
Three zone reliable forechecker who shows creativity and a quick stick.
Buffalo Sabres
No. 173 - Eamonn McDermott - 5-foot-9.75, 183, RD, Fargo
Quick-footed undersized offenseman with an up-ice game and decent shot.
New Jersey Devils
No. 174 - Bryce O Hagen - 6-foot-2, 195, G, Sault Ste Marie
Vancouver Canucks
No. 175 - Craig Cunningham - 5-foot-9.75, 180, RhLW, Vancouver WHL
Washington Capitals
No. 176 - Lars Volden - 6-foot-3, 189, G, Stravanger
Pittsburgh Penguins (from Montreal)
No. 177 - Adam Polasek - 6-foot-1, 186, LD, PEI
Ottawa Senators (from San Jose)
No. 178 - Jonathan Ilahti, - 6-foot-1, 169, G, Espoo
Philiadelphia
No. 179 - Zane Gothberg- 6-foot-1, 177, G, Thief River Falls
Chicago
No. 180 - Johan Alm - 6-foot-2, 194, LD, Frölunda
Big defenseman who doesn't show significant outstanding aspects to his game nor does he show any apparent weaknesses. Plays a relative mistake-free game. Smart reads and quick step mobility to defend. Complete package.
Round Seven
Edmonton Oilers
No. 181 - Brody Sutter - 6-foot-4, 190, RCF, Lethbridge
Yup, another Sutter child…this time in extra extra large.
Toronto Maple Leafs
No. 182 - Geoffrey Schemitsch - 6-foot-1, 180, RD, Owen Sound
Florida Panthers
No. 183 - Bryan Rust - 5-foot-11.5, 191, RW, US NTDP U-18 80
Another US prospect committed to Notre Dame. Good special teams player, with offensive instincts. Uses his
fireplug size well.
Columbus Blue Jackets
No. 184 - Chris Wagner - 6-foot, 200, RW, South Shore EJHL
New York Islanders
No. 185 - Colin Campbell - 6-foot-3, 187, RhLW, Vaughan OJHL
Tampa Bay Lightning
No. 186 - Corey Durocher - 6-foot-1.75, 173, LW, Kingston
Carolina Hurricanes
No. 187 - Luke Moffatt - 6-foot, 199, RW, US NTDP U-18 95
Another US prospect committed to improving his game at University. In this case, it s Michigan. Fine skater with very good stick handling skills and a sniper's eye. Soft hands to receive and distribute the biscuit.
Atlanta Thrashers
No. 188 - Vladislav Kartayev - 6-foot-2, 165, RC, Salavat Ufa
Minnesota Wild
No. 189 - Kendall McFaull - 6-foot-2, 187, LD, Moose Jaw
New York Rangers
No. 190 - Brandon Davidson - 6-foot-0.5, 183, LD, Regina
Chicago Blackhawks (from Dallas)
No. 191 - Andrey Kuchin - 5-foot-9.25, 185, LhRW, Chicago Steel
Columbus Blue Jackets (from Anaheim)
No. 192 - Josh Nicholls - 6-foot-1.5, 174, RW, Saskatoon
Calgary Flames
No. 193 - Tyler Stahl - 6-foot-1.25, 180, RD, Chilliwack
Nashville Predators (from St. Louis)
No. 194 - Alex Lippincott - 6-foot-1, 182, LCF, Fargo
Big long strider with instincts towards offense. Good balance and size to develop. Committed to the University of Michigan.
Boston Bruins
No. 195 - Brian Ward- 6-foot-0.5, 191, LC Governor's Academy Mass.
Ottawa Senators
No. 196 - Tyler Bunz - 6-foot-1.5, 196, G, Medicine Hat
Colorado Avalanche
No. 197 - Brian Ferlin- 6-foot-1.5, 183, RCF, Indiana
Big man with very good skating speed. Long term project.
Nashville Predators
No. 198 - Tomas Filippi - 6-foot-1, 178, LC, Liberec Czech Rep
Los Angeles Kings
No. 199 - Simon Zurawski - 6-foot-3, 190, G, Linköping Jr. Sweden
Pittsburgh Penguins
No. 200 - Nick Mattson - 6-foot-1, 189 LD, Indiana
Smart player with limited upside until he improves his skating and foot speed. Good point shot and a bit
more than a outlet pass guy, if he improves. Committed to the University of North Dakota.
Detroit Red Wings
No. 201 - Brock Montgomery - 6-foot-1.25, 187, RW, Kootenay
Toronto Maple Leafs (from Phoenix)
No. 202 - Cameron Wind - 6-foot-1, 200, LD, Brampton
Buffalo Sabres
No. 203 - Marc-Antoine Carrier - 5-foot-10., 170, LD, Northwood H.S. NY
New Jersey Devils
No. 204 - Josh Nichols - 6-foot-1.5, 174, RW, Saskatoon
Vancouver Canucks
No. 205 - Luke Curadi - 6-foot-5, 255, LD, Penticon BCHL
Carolina Hurricanes (from Washington)
No. 206 - Nitika Zaytsev - 6-foot-1, 176, RD, Novosibirsk
Montreal Canadiens
No. 207 - Etienne Boutet - 6-foot-0.75, 190, LD, Rimouski
Buffalo Sabres (from San Jose)
No. 208 - Brooks Macek - 5-foot-10.75, 180, RC, Tri-City
Philiadelphia
No. 209 - Austin Madaisky - 6-foot-1.75, 185, RD, Kamloops
Fine long term hockey project as a defenseman, but he may be out of position.
Chicago
No. 210 - Trevor van Riemsdyk - 6-foot-2, 185, LD, Monarchs New Hampshire
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