Okay, I think I figured out the CHL import draft.....not sure anyone else is interested as I seem to be talking to myself on this one but fo what it's worth.....

Each team in the CHL is allowed to pick 2 non NA prospects and all three leagues pick from the same pool of players (no catchment regions).

The team with the worst record picks first followed by the worst in one of the other 2 leagues from then on selection is based purely on records. Once a player is selected the team often has to pay the players European team to allow that player over.
- belcherbd

That's interesting...for what it's worth

Rick Nash scored a playoff goal

For a guy that's suppose to be a scorer, he absolutely stinks in the playoffs, 12 goals now in 65 playoff games….that's pathetic!!

I don't see it. I think Benning will stick with the top 6 pick seeing we need top level talent.
- VANTEL

I think you're right on this one.
A team like Calgary on the other hand, with a good young top 6 might be more willing to make this kind of move.

You're right
- VANTEL

Then we know he is right

Rick Nash scored a playoff goal

For a guy that's suppose to be a scorer, he absolutely stinks in the playoffs, 12 goals now in 65 playoff games….that's pathetic!!
- LeftCoaster

Seems like a perfect pickup to go along with another pathetic player....Lucic

Seems like a perfect pickup to go along with another pathetic player....Lucic
- Makita

I don't see it. I think Benning will stick with the top 6 pick seeing we need top level talent.
- VANTEL

There's rumblings around Canuckland (media guys chatting with Benning & Linden) that if they don't get a top three, which they won't trade out of, that they'd consider a slight trade-down.

I think you're right on this one.
A team like Calgary on the other hand, with a good young top 6 might be more willing to make this kind of move.
- dbot

I go back to Benning saying at TDL we don't want picks , we want ready now players. I think the same holds true.

If the draft is really that deep why would a GM give up two very good players for a fourth fifth or six pick?

There's rumblings around Canuckland (media guys chatting with Benning & Linden) that if they don't get a top three, which they won't trade out of, that they'd consider a slight trade-down.
- LeftCoaster

Makes sense.

Kessel sniping today

- dbot

Trying to get my Lucic hatred out before Generous Jim mortgages the future on him...(frank)in piece of poop overrated goon...stay in LA Lucic Dipstick

I go back to Benning saying at TDL we don't want picks , we want ready now players. I think the same holds true.

If the draft is really that deep why would a GM give up two very good players for a fourth fifth or six pick?
- VANTEL

Especially if JB's guy is 4-5 spots past that.

Kessel sniping today
- VANTEL

That was a perfect shot.

Trying to get my Lucic hatred out before Generous Jim mortgages the future on him...(frank)in piece of poop overrated goon...stay in LA Lucic Dipstick
- Makita

5 Years 7.5 Million per with full NTC in VAN

Makes sense.
- VanHockeyGuy

Then in 2 years we get to listen to Lefty say " F$cken Benning traded away a top 6 "

5 Years 7.5 Million per with full NTC in VAN
- VanHockeyGuy

5 years @ 6.95 (Sedin rule, no one gets more)

Then in 2 years we get to listen to Lefty say " F$cken Benning traded away a top 6 "
- VANTEL

he can't loose...

5 years @ 6.95 (Sedin rule, no one gets more)

- dbot

How about a good swift kick in the nuts and a one way bus ticket to New Jersey.

Kessel sniping today
- VANTEL

He's been their best player in this series I'd say, guess this is what they traded for as he looks good in that lineup!

5 Years 7.5 Million per with full NTC in VAN
- VanHockeyGuy

He's been their best player in this series I'd say, guess this is what they traded for as he looks good in that lineup!
- neem55

Where;s MAF?

For those thinking trade down, our first lines contract are up in two years. I am not sure Logan Brown is the answer.

I would stick with the top 6 pick, hope Boeser can be a guy and find and develop a centre.

I still would try to trade Hansen for a first if there are any takers

It's a weak draft. This was the right year to tank. Playoffs next year
- CanuckDon

Even more reason for an offer sheet

Where;s MAF?
- dbot

Conc

For those thinking trade down, our first lines contract are up in two years. I am not sure Logan Brown is the answer.

I would stick with the top 6 pick, hope Boeser can be a guy and find and develop a centre.

I still would try to trade Hansen for a first if there are any takers
- VANTEL

I'm thinking it's cause if were picking 4th or 5th, JB wants D and knows he can wait a few picks to get it. I agree center is what we need, next years draft
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