He has gotten Alex Pietrangelo comps, and that's hard to pass up for the Wild. Chicago Blackhawks: Taige Harding, D, Fort McMurray (AJHL) ; #193 Red Deer Rebels: Jovan Sandhu, F, Surrey, B.C. Lucius is a really solid pick, no doubt. 84. Minnesota Wild: Nate Benoit, D, Mount St. Charles (High RI) Shortly after the selection of McKenna, the Tigers announced the No. 145. ; #120 Prince Albert Raiders: Ethan Bibeau, F, Winnipeg, Man. ; #167 Saskatoon Blades: Hudson Roberge, D, West Kelowna, B.C. Washington Capitals: Brent Johnson, D, Sioux Falls (USHL) ; #107 Kamloops Blazers: Zachary Pantelakis, F, North Vancouver, B.C. Like Matthew Savoie and Conor Geekie, there are a lot of 2022 NHL Draft eligible prospects to be excited about in the WHL this season. Mailloux was not arrested but was charged with invasion of privacy and defamation. Ranking: 11 | Nationality: SWE ; #81 Kelowna Rockets: Jaxon Kehrig, F, Tisdale, Sask. He has a profound skill of finding ways to gain shooting lanes, mostly with his feet and deft deceptive puck movement. 169. Ranking: 9 | Nationality: CAN Ottawa Senators: Zack Ostapchuk, C, Vancouver (WHL) New York Islanders: Eetu Liukas, LW, TPS (Finland) ; #29 Calgary Hitmen: Wyatt Pisarczyk, D, Airdrie, Alta. 126. ; #49 Spokane Chiefs: Hayden Paupanekis, F, Winnipeg, Man. #133 Medicine Hat Tigers: Brody Green, F, Winnipeg, Man. Given his abilities, to be successful at the next level he will have to be comfortable and willing to attack the middle of the ice. ; #173 Kamloops Blazers: Logan Edmonstone, G, Saskatoon, Sask. ; #58 Spokane Chiefs: Matthew Lesyk, D, Wetaskiwin, Alta. Having one of the defensemen still on the board join Dylan Samberg and Ville Heinola as the future of the Winnipeg defensive corps wouldn't have been a bad choice, either. -- Wyshynski, Team: Frolunda Jr. (Sweden Jr.) ; #138 Prince George Cougars: Kieran Thibault, D, Kamloops, B.C. Thank you for your interest in our network of websites, newsletters, and other services. Los Angeles Kings: Samuel Helenius, C, JYP (Finland) Columbus Blue Jackets: Guillaume Richard, D, Tri-City (USHL) Montreal Canadiens: Joe Vrbetic, G, North Bay (OHL) Tampa Bay Lightning: Cameron Macdonald, C, Saint John (QMJHL), 161. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 185 | Shot: R, How he fits: Clarke joins arguably the deepest prospect pool in the NHL with the Kings. 78. He can manipulate the release point, explode a quick snapshot with his weight transfer, all while being absurdly accurate." Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 167 | Shot: L Arguably the fastest skater in the Draft, Schmidt could become the second Prince George product to be selected in the first round of the WHL Prospects Draft in as many years, joining forward Miguel Marques, who went 10th overall to Lethbridge in 2021. ; #207 Regina Pats: Pass; #208 Prince Albert Raiders: Cooper Anderson, G, Sidney, B.C. Vegas Golden Knights: Carl Lindbom, G, Djurgarden Jr. (Sweden Jr.) 197. of GM Steve Yzerman. -- Wyshynski. 34. Dallas Stars: Jack Bar, D, Chicago (USHL) 181. The Medicine Hat Tigers hold the first-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, as determined by the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Lottery on April 21, 2022. Detroit Red Wings: Shai Buium, D, Sioux City (USHL) 204. Name: Connor Schmidt Position: Defence Hometown: Sturgeon County, Alta. He's also a deft stick handler, especially in offensive zone traffic. There's a victim here who just saw her assailant still rewarded with a first-round selection despite unofficially pulling himself out of the draft. 222. ; #203 Spokane Chiefs: Jack Bousquet, F, Dallas, Texas. Following the Sabres in Round 1 were the Seattle Kraken, who just completed their full expansion draft and then made their first ever draft pick at No. Name: Joby Baumuller Position: Forward Hometown: Wilcox, Sask. His decision to recuse himself from the draft, and the reasons behind that decision, undoubtedly would have sent him plummeting down the board. Name: Aaron Obobaifo Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. Savoie was the top pick in his WHL Bantam Draft after applying for and being denied exceptional status to play at the . Manitoba saw 31 players selected. San Jose Sharks: Liam Gilmartin, LW, London (OHL) NHL trade tracker: Latest deals and grades, NHL trade grades: Sabres smartly buy low on Greenway, NHL trade deadline 2023: Fantasy hockey live reaction, Flyers GM: Red Wings nixed van Riemsdyk trade, Avs' Makar OK'd to return 2nd time from protocol, Wild acquire defenseman Klingberg from Ducks, Sabres add size up front, get Greenway from Wild, Penguins acquire defenseman Kulikov from Ducks, Sources: No discipline for Watson hit on Motte, Surging Bruins fastest to 100 pts. Stats: 14 GP, 1 G, 5 A, How he fits: Talented Swede joins the Red Wings. 217. ; #146 Kamloops Blazers: Teigan Semchyshen, D, Warman, Sask..; #147 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Gage Nagel, F, Swift Current, Sask. Contact Elite Prospects Go Premium for Elite Prospects Support. 3) Victoria Royals -- Wyshynski, Team: Lulea (Sweden) ; #119 Vancouver Giants: Burke Hood, G, Brandon, Man. 121. Two Abbotsford talent and a total of 10 players from the Yale Hockey Academy in Abbotsford were selected in the Western Hockey League Prospect Draft, which took place on Thursday (May 19). New Jersey Devils: Viktor Hurtig, D, Vasteras Jr. (Sweden Jr.) His top-end speed is still coming along as hes still growing, but the quick bursts to separate in a straight line or cut and create space is impressive, He displays a proficient crossover ability both forward and backwards., Weve only seen a paucity so far in the CSSHL this season and to be fair, Tansem and his Rink Kelowna team havent truly been tested, . ; #71 Spokane Chiefs: Owen Schoettler, D, Edmonton, Alta. Dallas Stars: Ayrton Martino, LW, Omaha (USHL) -- Wyshynski, Team: USA U-18 (NTDP) in NHL history, Rangers, Bruins, other Beasts of the East feast on NHL trade deadline, Chasing history in Boston: The numbers behind the Bruins' wild 2022-23 season, McDavid, then who? New York Islanders: Cameron Berg, C, Muskegon (USHL) 117. As complete an undersized center as Ive seen at this age. There are few offensive players in the first round with his "wow" factor, with a combination of blazing-fast skating and a tremendous shot. Has most of the physical tools to be a force at the next level. Regarded as the worlds finest development league for junior hockey players, the Western Hockey League (WHL) head office is based in Calgary, Alberta. ; #103 Kelowna Rockets: Nathan Kam, G, Burnaby, B.C. Seattle Kraken: Ryker Evans, D, Regina (WHL) This heatmap courtesy of InStat suggests that Gavin might be doing himself a disservice by keeping to the perimeter with his speed at times., This clip shows his ability to gain the zone and the respect the opposition gives his speed, however, he settles for the low-quality shot. But the Flames opted for Coronato, a player with an absolute nose for the net as a goal scorer. / Yukon were chosen, with another 50 players coming from Saskatchewan. ; #175 Edmonton Oil Kings: Jordan Ramsay, F, Victoria, B.C. Montreal Canadiens: William Trudeau, D, Charlottetown (QMJHL) One of my favourite traits though is his passing. Just kidding maybe. Celebrini should have no problem transitioning his game as a high-impact player from one level to the next., Layne says: Catton is probably the most hyped prospect to come out of Saskatchewan since Jared Stoll and is sure to apply for exceptional status. Ranking: 40 | Nationality: USA 113. WHL Bantam Draft: December Top 22 - #5 - #1, You cant help but watch Seth and appreciate the athleticism, but what has my interests peaked the most is what hell be in three to four seasons time. ; #37 Seattle Thunderbirds: Kaleb Hartmann, F, Langley, B.C. Zach says: Jordan Gavin is an elite scoring winger. #177 Everett Silvertips: Connor Wolitski, D, Spruce Grove, Alta. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 205 | Shot: R Buffalo Sabres: Viljami Marjala, LW, Quebec (QMJHL) He has produced in the QMJHL but not at a mind-blowing level. Name: Reese Hamilton Position: Defence Hometown: Whitewood, Sask. ; #57 Kamloops Blazers: Jack Bakker, F, Surrey, B.C. ; #105 Red Deer Rebels: Reece Gault, D, Oakbank, Man. 71. 210. Vegas Golden Knights: Artur Cholach, D, Sokol Kiev (Ukraine) Ranking: 7 | Nationality: CAN Team: Saskatoon Generals U15 Stats: 31 GP 57G-43A100 points, #10 Seattle Thunderbirds They've only used their first two picks on forwards once since 2014. 99. 162. ; #218 Everett Silvertips: Charles Menard, G, Fairbanks, Alaska. Beniers is a great building block for the NHL's newest franchise. From the last half of the previous season to now, I dont believe anyone in this class has shown the improvements that he has. The Blue Jackets take their second forward of the first round. Dallas Stars: Logan Stankoven, C, Kamloops (WHL) 64. Today I update my 2022 NHL Entry Draft rankings at the midseason point. ; #92 Winnipeg ICE: Daniel Morozov, F, Port Coquitlam, B.C. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 176 | Shot: L Jordan is one of, if not, the purest sniper in the upcoming draft. Stats: 51 GP, 48 G, 37 A, How he fits: Yet another place where many felt goalies Jesper Wallstedt or Sebastian Cossa could have been selected. Thursdays proceedings saw six players selected from the United States, following on the heels of 44 American-born players taken in the 2022 WHL U.S. Name: Cole Temple Position: Forward Hometown: Brandon, Man. Washington Capitals: Chase Clark, G, Jersey (USPHL) San Jose Sharks: Gannon Laroque, D, Victoria (WHL) Stats: 22 GP, 0 G, 1 A, How he fits: Another franchise that needs a goalie, another franchise that opted not to take one. 157. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-6 | Wt: 213 | Shot: L ; #214 Seattle Thunderbirds: Brayden Holberton, F, Sparwood, B.C. 138. Calgary Flames: Jack Beck, RW, Ottawa (OHL) 104. -- Wyshynski, Team: USA U-18 (NTDP) Luke Hughes may not have the offensive dynamism that Quinn Hughes does, but his solid two-way game will be an asset to the Devils as he joins Ty Smith among the next-wave defensemen. Players eligible for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft are 2007-born players who reside in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. It was assumed that's where the team would go here, and Dean fits the need. He is at his best when facilitating the offense and capitalizing on the many opportunities he finds himself in by finding space and having an innate ability to find and bury pucks near the net. The Medicine Hat Tigers hold the first-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, as determined by the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Lottery on April 21, 2022. Carolina Hurricanes: Aleksi Heimosalmi, D, Assat Jr. (Finland Jr.) Edmonton Oilers: Maximus Wanner, D, Moose Jaw (WHL) The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Pre-Show begins with co-hosts Chris Wahl and Taylor Rocca at 8:30 a.m. PDT, with live draft coverage beginning at 9 a.m. PDT. ; #90 Tri-City Americans: Jaxen Adam, D, Cochrane, Alta. Montreal Canadiens: Daniil Sobolev, D, Spartak 2 (Russia Jr.) From his posture, dorsiflexion, and edge work; Tansems capacity to create plays with his feet and vision is peerless. Chicago Blackhawks: Victor Stjernborg, C, Vaxjo (Sweden) There is a lot to like and a lot of opportunities for him to improve further and become more dynamic which is very exciting., Kaden says: A cerebral assassin on the ice, Celebrini has an elite hockey IQ and an elite toolset to compliment that. ; #302 Seattle Thunderbirds: Pass; #307 Edmonton Oil Kings: Pass. He has torn up the QMJHL with 111 points in 92 games over the past two seasons. All players in the proper age group and WHL territory are automatically eligible for the Draft, and do not need to file any sort of paperwork with the WHL Office. He's a winger who blends offense with absolute physicality and agitation on every shift and a tenacious player who plays the kind of blue-collar, hard-nosed game that Senators coach D.J. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-4 | Wt: 198 | Shot: L #45 Medicine Hat Tigers: Matt Paranych, D, Edmonton, Alta. 198. His stature will no doubt grow as part of a Michigan team with designs on a national championship. ; #141 Regina Pats: Samuel Laplante, D, Okotoks, Alta. Marie (OHL) ; #186 Red Deer Rebels: Cole Connolly, F, Beaumont, Alta. 87. 69. The Avalanche have some absolute blue-chippers at center and on defense, but they could use some more high-end talent on the wings in the pipeline. 220. We also invite you to ask us about our policies or feel free to let us know how we can better serve your privacy concerns. Calgary Flames: Cole Huckins, C, Acadie-Bathurst (QMJHL) 185. He has very fast hands and good extension in his shooting action that generates good pace and elevation. 137. Mailloux was considered a lower first-round talent before his transgressions. 112. His ability to shoot the puck at full stride has earned him Nikolaj Ehlers' comparisons. ; #24 Tri-City Americans: Cash Koch, F, Calgary, Alta. Hes dynamic, smart, and hes very good with the puck.. Macklin mixes elite skating (very good edges, elite agility, and very good separation speed) with a high-end top speed to make him one of the most elusive skaters in the draft. Nashville Predators: Simon Knak, RW, Portland (WHL) The NHL offseason formally begins with the 2022 NHL Draft in Montreal, starting with Thursday's first round (6 p.m. CT, ESPN).. Team: Calgary Bisons U15 Stats: 33 GP 8G-17A25 points, #18 Portland Winterhawks ; #115 Spokane Chiefs: Finn Kallay, F, St. Albert, Alta. Mikael Granlund (F) NHL. Philadelphia Flyers: Ethan Samson, D, Prince George (WHL) He will need to be a triple threat when carrying the puck down the wing, being able to drive wide, stop and survey, as well as attack down the gut. ; #65 Edmonton Oil Kings: Presley Kerner, F, Kelowna, B.C. Primerano (North Vancouver, B.C.) His top-end speed is still coming along as hes still growing, but the quick bursts to separate in a straight line or cut and create space is impressive. ; #74 Swift Current Broncos: Berney Weston, G, Gull Lake, Sask. His vision for space is stellar, he is always around the puck and uses his skills to get creative on most possessions., Seth is a also proficient playmaker running the point on the powerplay and implements himself into the cycle on many occasions with good results. ; #191 Kelowna Rockets: Logan Mehl, F, Regina, Sask. The reasoning for Tansem being rewarded as our top defender on our list is evident, His skating ability and offensive generation separate himself from any other defenseman in this class. ; #38 Seattle Thunderbirds: Kazden Mathies, F, Martensville, Sask. 2 overall (Matthew Beniers). Dallas Stars: Francesco Arcuri, C, Kingston (OHL) He had a strong U18 World Juniors with four points in seven games, and he has a great hockey sense around the offensive zone. Anaheim Ducks: Kyle Kukkonen, C, Maple Grove (High MN) Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 197 | Shot: L . 6) Regina Pats Tampa Bay Lightning: Dylan Duke, LW, US U-18 (NTDP) Philadelphia Flyers: Aleksei Kolosov, G, Minsk (Russia) Name: Cameron Schmidt Position: Forward Hometown: Prince George, B.C. New York Islanders: Aleksi Malinen, D, JYP (Finland) Buffalo Sabres: Aleksandr Kisakov, LW, Dynamo Moscow-2 (Russia Jr.) 3 overall to the Ducks. His decisions are all calculated and he exploits open space like no other player in the draft. 66. Florida Panthers: Vladislav Lukashevich, D, Yaroslavl 2 (Russia Jr.) -- Wyshynski, 33. 55. The Regina Pats hold the first-overall selection following the conclusion of the WHL Bantam Draft Lottery on March 25. With added strength and some cleaning up of rather simple errors as he develops, he will turn heads.. The drafts order of selection depends on where the team finishes in the league standings. Wallstedt has a higher ceiling. ; #85 Kamloops Blazers: Isa Guram, D, Burnaby, B.C. Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U18 Prep Stats: 35 GP 23G-42A65 points, #2 Tri-City Americans Chicago Blackhawks: Colton Dach, C, Saskatoon (WHL) He's Harvard bound and had 48 goals in 51 games in the USHL last season. 105. 196. There weren't many mocks that had him in the first round, but GM Bill Zito clearly felt there was no point in trading down. He played professionally in the Swiss League, too. 37. DN Scouting is a member of Junior Hockey Media Group. From his posture, dorsiflexion, and edge work; Tansems capacity to create plays with his feet and vision is peerless. Team: Brandon Wheat Kings U15 Stats: 28 GP 58G-50A108 points, #6 Swift Current Broncos Ranking: 25 | Nationality: SWE ; #224 Vancouver Giants: Cade Bolding, D, Sherwood Park, Alta. -- Wyshynski, Team: Lulea (Sweden) Stats: 19 GP, 0.941 save pct., 1.57 GAA, How he fits: The Red Wings flipped the No. ; #84 Portland Winterhawks: Kayd Reudig, D, Humboldt, Sask. ; #150 Prince George Cougars: Rowan McDonald, F, Spruce Grove, Alta. The 2022 Western Hockey League Prospects Draft was held virtually on Thursday and the Prince George Cougars drafted 10 players in eight rounds. ; #217 Kamloops Blazers: Tyson Moss, D, Port Moody, B.C. We also invite you to ask us about our policies or feel free to let us know how we can better serve your privacy concerns. 61. Colorado Avalanche: Andrei Buyalsky, C, Dubuque (USHL) 72. Edvinsson gives Detroit a player many feel projects to be a franchise blueliner. ; #131 Edmonton Oil Kings: Caleb Gartner, D, Calgary, Alta. 1) Medicine Hat Tigers ; #261 Kamloops Blazers: Evan Cook, F, Surrey, B.C. He went 17-1-1 with a .941 save percentage for the Edmonton Oil Kings. 58. Live coverage of the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft will be live-streamed FREE via WHL Live on CHL TV. Winnipeg Jets: Nikita Chibrikov, RW, St. Petersburg (Russia) Boucher is going to be a fine pro. Ranking: 14 | Nationality: CAN 47. Stats: 29 GP, 20 G, 20 A, How he fits: Bourgault is a reach here, but once you get to the bottom of the first round, it's all relative. The 2021 NHL draft is complete, and we have tracked all 224 picks over two days and seven rounds, starting with the Buffalo Sabres' selection at No. After Keith Petruzzelli opted not to sign with the Red Wings, the team didn't really have anyone in the mold of a goalie of the future. Vancouver Canucks: Lucas Forsell, LW, Farjestad Jr. (Sweden Jr.) 179. Boston Bruins: Brett Harrison, C, Oshawa (OHL) ; #63 Kamloops Blazers: Andrew Thomson, F, Sherwood Park, Alta. #67 Spokane Chiefs: Adam Boatter; D, Maple Ridge, B.C. 89. The Whitewood product led all CSSHL defencemen in scoring with 54 points this past season and has drawn comparisons to former Seattle Thunderbirds blueliner Shea Theodore. 130. ; #52 Swift Current Broncos: Brennan Brown, F, Milestone, Sask. 115. Everett, by virtue of finishing with the third-best overall record in the 2021-22 regular season, will select 20th overall in the first round. 143. The complete order of selection for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft can be found at WHL.ca/draft. 36. Name: Hayden Harsanyi Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. Prince George selected five forwards, four defensemen and one goalkeeper with his 10 picks. Dangerous off scrambles, from the top of the circle, off the wall, and on the rush (especially as the trail). ; #32 Prince Albert Raiders: Ryan Gower, D, McCreary, Man. Team: Yale Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 21 GP 19G-23A42 points, #12 Brandon Wheat Kings Florida Panthers: Braden Hache, D, Kingston (OHL) Smith no doubt enjoys. ; #274 Prince Albert Raiders: Pass; #275 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Lucas Hvidston, F, Tisdale, Sask. Team: OHA Edmonton U15 Prep Stats: 24 GP 22G-24A46 points, #21 Saskatoon Blades While Allan doesn't really project to be Seth Jones, especially as he's a raw talent in the offensive zone, he skates well enough to play in the NHL right now and can take care of business in his own end. Patrick Kane (F) NHL. #199 Medicine Hat Tigers: Pass. Alberta British Columbia Manitoba Northwest Territories Saskatchewan Yukon, Alaska Arizona California Colorado Hawaii Idaho Kansas Minnesota Montana Nebraska Nevada New Mexico North Dakota Oklahoma Oregon South Dakota Texas Utah Washington Wyoming. Stats: 12 GP, 6 G, 5 A, Final top 50 prospect rankings ; #42 Swift Current Broncos: Ty Coupland, F, North Vancouver, B.C. 62. Jordan Martin of Abbotsford was the highest-chosen Abbotsford product, as the defenseman was ranked 41st overall by the Saskatoon Blades, in the second round. It isn't even guaranteed that he will return to play for the London Knights next season. WHL Prospects Draft. 49. The WHL consists of 22 member Clubs with 17 located in Western Canada and five in the U.S. Pacific Northwest. Name. Curtis Lazar (* 2.Februar 1995 in Salmon Arm, British Columbia) ist ein kanadischer Eishockeyspieler, der seit Mrz 2023 bei den New Jersey Devils in der National Hockey League (NHL) unter Vertrag steht und dort auf der Position des Centers spielt. Forward Cole Temple led the Winnipeg AAA League in points in 2021-22, scoring 58 times and adding 50 assists as a member of the Brandon U15 Wheat Kings. -- Wyshynski, Team: Leksand (Sweden) Tansem has a great trajectory as a prolific offensive defenceman who is going to be very reliable in his own end.

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