He can start his offensive plays in the defensive end, too. -- Wyshynski, Team: Barrie (OHL) 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. -- Wyshynski, Team: Edmonton (WHL) Filip Hronek (D) NHL. 211. Beniers is a great building block for the NHL's newest franchise. 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. ; #108 Everett Silvertips: Ethan Makokis, D, St. Albert, Alta. ; #42 Swift Current Broncos: Ty Coupland, F, North Vancouver, B.C. 1 overall in 2018, hasn't quite leveled up to franchise defenseman status yet, but he's only 21 years old. Montreal Canadiens: William Trudeau, D, Charlottetown (QMJHL) The Tigers selected defenceman Jay Bouwmeester and forward Ryan Hollweg with back-to-back first-overall selections in 1998 and 1999. 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. Carolina Hurricanes: Jackson Blake, RW, Eden Prairie (High MN) Forward Cole Reschny was selected third-overall by Victoria in Thursday's WHL Prospects Draft. Ranking: 4 | Nationality: CAN Montreal Canadiens: Oliver Kapanen, C, Kalpa Jr. (Finland Jr.), 65. ; #225 Spokane Chiefs: Pass; #226 Prince George Cougars: Pass; #227 Kelowna Rockets: Carson Croteau, D, Bonnyville, Alta. The Tigers boast the first-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, marking the first time in 23 years that Medicine Hat holds the number-one pick. ; #154 Winnipeg ICE: Christian Stephanson, F, Calgary, Alta. The 2022 WHL U.S. The Tri-City Americans will select second, having utilized a second-overall pick on forward Jordan Gavin in 2021. Add Player Add Staff Add Roster/Stats EP Contact Book NHL Draft Guide Fantasy Guide EP Rinkside Contact Elite Prospects . Lars Eller (F) NHL. ; #191 Kelowna Rockets: Logan Mehl, F, Regina, Sask. Pittsburgh Penguins: Daniel Laatsch, D, Sioux City (USHL) ; #218 Everett Silvertips: Charles Menard, G, Fairbanks, Alaska. Wallstedt has a higher ceiling. CTRL + SPACE for auto-complete. ; #228 Swift Current Broncos: Jack Clark, F, Wawanesa, Man. Stats: 31 GP, 24 G, 22 A, How he fits: Yes, Mike "Suitcase" Sillinger did in fact play for the Blue Jackets from 2001 to 2003. The modern NHL game demands the ability to make plays at a high velocity. Carolina Hurricanes: Aleksi Heimosalmi, D, Assat Jr. (Finland Jr.) His shot is great, but his ability to find spaces to get that shot off is equally impressive. Cossa stands 6-foot-6 and has good agility in the crease. 222. 128. #23 Medicine Hat Tigers: Kadon McCann, F, Cochrane, Alta. ; #185 Regina Pats: Kelsen Podworny, F, Onoway, Alta. 159. From his posture, dorsiflexion, and edge work; Tansems capacity to create plays with his feet and vision is peerless. Tampa Bay Lightning: Dylan Duke, LW, US U-18 (NTDP) 11 overall after violating the NHL's rules on pre-combine testing. ; #35 Saskatoon Blades: Hudson Kibblewhite, F, Vernon, B.C. 196. Colorado Avalanche: Andrei Buyalsky, C, Dubuque (USHL) ; #123 Victoria Royals: Wyatt Danyleyko, F, Sooke, B.C. 81. ; #210 Brandon Wheat Kings: Pass; #211 Saskatoon Blades: Malakai Zwiers, G, Lloydminster, Alta. 8) Spokane Chiefs Carolina Hurricanes: Bryce Montgomery, D, London (OHL) 201. 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. Ranking: 1 | Nationality: CAN Dallas Stars: Jack Bar, D, Chicago (USHL) 178. ; #198 Winnipeg ICE: Jaden Kokosha, F, Ardrossan, Alta. Celebrini is a relentless player who chases pucks and wins puck battles. -- Wyshynski, Team: Flint (OHL) Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 197 | Shot: L ; #138 Prince George Cougars: Kieran Thibault, D, Kamloops, B.C. He hits. Thank you for your interest in our network of websites, newsletters, and other services. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 175 | Shot: L, How he fits: Not the best forward available here -- that honor probably goes to Chaz Lucius, Fabian Lysell or Fedor Svechkov -- but Othmann fits a particular need for the Rangers. Detroit Red Wings: Liam Dower Nilsson, C, Frolunda Jr. (Sweden Jr.) Anaheim Ducks: Sean Tschigerl, LW, Calgary (WHL) We are set to launch into 2021 continuing to bring you only the best coverage available! ; #54 Vancouver Giants: Colton Alain, D, Victoria, B.C. Given his hockey sense and offensive awareness, there have already been comparisons for Clarke to the kind of impact Adam Fox has had early in his NHL career with the Rangers. Technically his skating is very sound. For the Canadiens to select him in this draft is calculated and unsettling. Stats: 38 GP, 5 G, 10 A, How he fits: After selecting goalie Yaroslav Askarov last season with the 11th overall pick, GM David Poile goes back to Russia to select Svechkov. Ranking: 21 | Nationality: CAN Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 167 | Shot: L 1 picks to then select defensemen, but that's how the draft classes have worked out for the Sabres. Dallas Stars: Ayrton Martino, LW, Omaha (USHL) Perhaps trading down to where they thought he'd end up would be too much of a guessing game for the Senators. Elite Prospects - WHL Bantam Draft 2007. Stats: 26 GP, 3 G, 13 A, How he fits: It's not often that a team gets the first overall pick in the draft in two out of four seasons. 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. McTavish's stock shot up the draft board in the past few weeks, and you can see why: He has an NHL shot, plays strong and has drawn comparisons to Ryan O'Reilly. Vancouver Canucks: Aku Koskenvuo, G, HIFK Jr. (Finland Jr.) ; #104 Seattle Thunderbirds: Caleb Potter, D, Regina, Sask. Stats: 14 GP, 1 G, 5 A, How he fits: Talented Swede joins the Red Wings. Team: Prairie Storm U15 Stats: 26 GP 10G-28A38 points, #22 Vancouver Giants Lucius missed a lot of time due to knee surgery but has enough proof of concept to earn this draft placement. 146. The Clubs that miss the playoffs are placed into a lottery to determine the selection order for the first round only. The best goalie prospect in the system is already on the roster: Kaapo Kahkonen, 24, was most recently seen exposed in the Seattle expansion draft. #1 Medicine Hat TigersName: Gavin McKenna Position: Forward Hometown: Whitehorse, YukonTeam: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U18 Prep Stats: 35 GP 23G-42A65 points, #2 Tri-City AmericansName: Jackson Smith Position: Defence Hometown: Calgary, Alta.Team: Edge School U15 Prep Stats: 29 GP 15G-23A35 points, #3 Victoria RoyalsName: Cole Reschny Position: Forward Hometown: Macklin, Sask.Team: Northern Alberta Xtreme U15 Prep Stats:251 GP 40G-52A92 points, #4 Calgary HitmenName: Reese Hamilton Position: Defence Hometown: Whitewood, Sask.Team: Northern Alberta Xtreme U15 Prep Stats: 27 GP 12G-42A54 points, #5 Regina PatsName: Cole Temple Position: Forward Hometown: Brandon, Man.Team: Brandon Wheat Kings U15 Stats: 28 GP 58G-50A108 points, #6 Swift Current BroncosName: Peyton Kettles Position: Defence Hometown: Winnipeg, Man.Team: Rink Hockey Academy Winnipeg U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 9G-26A35 points, #7 Vancouver GiantsName: Cameron Schmidt Position: Forward Hometown: Prince George, B.C.Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U15 Stats: 13 GP 25G-16A41 points, #8 Spokane ChiefsName: Chase Harrington Position: Forward Hometown: Langley, B.C.Team: Delta Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 29 GP 32G-18A50 points, #9 Prince George CougarsName: Lee Shurgot Position: Forward Hometown: Saskatoon, Sask.Team: Saskatoon Generals U15 Stats: 31 GP 57G-43A100 points, #10 Seattle ThunderbirdsName: Braeden Cootes Position: Forward Hometown: Sherwood Park, Alta.Team: Yale Hockey Academy U15 Stats: 30 GP 29G-38A67 points, #11 Lethbridge HurricanesName: William Sharpe Position: Defence Hometown: Delta, B.C.Team: Yale Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 21 GP 19G-23A42 points, #12 Brandon Wheat KingsName: Joby Baumuller Position: Forward Hometown: Wilcox, Sask.Team: Notre Dame Hounds U15 Prep Stats: 20 GP 15G-11A26 points, #13 Kamloops BlazersName: Nathan Behm Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta.Team: Edge School U15 Prep Stats: 29 GP 28G-29A57 points, #14 Moose Jaw WarriorsName: Connor Schmidt Position: Defence Hometown: Sturgeon County, Alta.Team: Okanagan Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 12G-20A32 points, #15 Prince Albert RaidersName: Luke Moroz Position: Forward Hometown: Regina, Sask.Team: Prairie Storm U15 Stats: 27 GP 47G-61A108 points. 210. Its 2021 and we just came in with a bang! Towards the end of his penalty-killing shift, watch him maintain responsible positioning until he sees the defenceman whiff on the puck and he is gone (1:28). There are few offensive players in the first round with his "wow" factor, with a combination of blazing-fast skating and a tremendous shot. 173. Buffalo Sabres: William Von Barnekow Lofberg, C, Malmo (Sweden) 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. But it was a reach, and it came at the cost of not drafting either of the first round's two goaltenders. 198. 215. Washington Capitals: Chase Clark, G, Jersey (USPHL) 104. ; #184 Swift Current Broncos: Brennen Hocher, D, Calgary, Alta. NHL execs identify the top prospects Adding a stop as he gains the zone to give teammates an opportunity to jump into the play (and literally catch up) will better leverage his raw ability to transition the puck into the offensive zone. 153. ; #124 Everett Silvertips: Kaeson Fisher, D, Brandon, Man. 11) because they violated the NHL's scouting combine testing rules. It feels like they drafted for need here, which meant passing over some more intriguing options like Francesco Pinelli, Samu Tuomaala and wild card Aatu Raty. As complete an undersized center as Ive seen at this age. ; #38 Seattle Thunderbirds: Kazden Mathies, F, Martensville, Sask. 152. #133 Medicine Hat Tigers: Brody Green, F, Winnipeg, Man. Tampa Bay Lightning: Cameron Macdonald, C, Saint John (QMJHL), 161. Name: Aaron Obobaifo Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. He plays with speed, loves to get on the forecheck and was an impressive member of the Canadian World Junior team this season. ; #148 Red Deer Rebels: Steven Steranka, F, Regina, Sask. Nashville Predators: Ryan Ufko, D, Chicago (USHL) League. Detroit Red Wings: Pasquale Zito, LW, Windsor (OHL) If the Flames didn't believe either goalie was the future for them, then this is a nice pick. Another three in the fourth round. Then the Canucks sent the ninth overall pick to Arizona in the trade that sent Oliver Ekman-Larsson to Vancouver, and now we can officially include Guenther as part of the bounty Arizona received in that deal. 85. 83. 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. ; #85 Kamloops Blazers: Isa Guram, D, Burnaby, B.C. "This was a challenging scouting season with two Prospects Drafts and two U.S. 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. Calgary, Alta. Stats: 16 GP, 1 G, 1 A, How he fits: The final pick of the first round had the Blackhawks acquiring their second most-notable defenseman of the day. New York Islanders: Aleksi Malinen, D, JYP (Finland) Team: Brandon Wheat Kings U15 Stats: 28 GP 58G-50A108 points, #6 Swift Current Broncos Dangerous off scrambles, from the top of the circle, off the wall, and on the rush (especially as the trail). Eklund gives the Sharks a silky smooth offensive player who also takes care of business at the other end of the rink. 75. Given his proven ability to break forecheck containment in much simpler, conventional ways I dont think its going to be a huge issue moving forward. 180. Edmonton, AB - The Edmonton Oil Kings made 11 selections and one trade during the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft on Thursday. ; #200 Tri-City Americans: Chayse Johnson, G, Trail, B.C. San Jose Sharks: Benjamin Gaudreau, G, Sarnia (OHL) Players from across the four Western Canadian branches have had a full season to strut their stuff for scouts, with years worth of hard work set to be recognized by WHL Clubs in Thursdays WHL Prospects Draft. Under pressure in his own zone, he has good awareness of whats around him and has shown in good samples that hes able to negate the forecheck by skating through the pressure and releasing quick exit passes. 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. ; #126 Prince Albert Raiders: Noah Smith, D, Brooks, Alta. Minnesota Wild: Nate Benoit, D, Mount St. Charles (High RI) ; #66 Portland Winterhawks: Ryan Miller, F, Medicine Hat, Alta. ; #95 Calgary Hitmen: Kale Dach, F, Fort Saskatchewan, Alta. Another two in the third round. ; #162 Moose Jaw Warriors: Austin Wentz, F, Bonnyville, Alta; #163 Regina Pats: Owen Nelson, F, Prince Albert, Sask. Name: Braeden Cootes Position: Forward Hometown: Sherwood Park, Alta. -- Wyshynski, Team: Halifax (QMJHL) Ranking: 10 | Nationality: USA 181. Even if the Canadiens wanted to do the morally questionable thing and select Mailloux in this draft, to use a first-rounder to do so is logically indefensible. ; #47 Victoria Royals: Grant Reid, F, Surrey, B.C. ; #48 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Koen Cleaver, G, Port Alberni, B.C. 209. 174. Cattons skating ability and strong edges allow him to battle much bigger competition the last couple of seasons, including this year as he is playing Midget AAA for the Saskatoon Contacts. Name: Julien Maze Position: Forward Hometown: Edmonton, Alta. Arizona Coyotes: Emil Martinsen Lilleberg, D, Oskarshamn (Sweden) 45. He wont wow you with his stickhandling or dynamic skating off the rush at this point, but his game is already suited to being a steady winger at the next level and an elite finisher. Edmonton Oilers: Matvey Petrov, LW, Krylja Sovetov 2 (Russia Jr.) ; #114 Medicine Hat Tigers: Cohen Carter, D, Drayton Valley, Alta. Florida Panthers: Braden Hache, D, Kingston (OHL) ; #193 Red Deer Rebels: Jovan Sandhu, F, Surrey, B.C. 88. WHL Network Medicine Hat Tigers to select first overall in 2022 WHL Prospects Draft 10 months ago Arizona Coyotes: Cal Thomas, D, Maple Grove (High MN) 105. Team: Sioux Falls (USHL) Rules are in place to ensure that a player may be selected by only one league. Name: William Sharpe Position: Defence Hometown: Delta, B.C. They wanted him, they had the No. ; #30 Swift Current Broncos: Parker Rondeau, F, Swift Current, Sask. A top five candidate for Name of the Draft, Firkus is one of the best pure goal scorers in the entire draft. He has very good hands in tight areas, especially, around the net to capitalize on chances down low., Celebrini also displays great vision with the puck and when in the cycle shows great poise and feeds passes into dangerous areas with regularity and with good touch., Celebrini can catch and receive passes whether in-front of or behind him in stride is elite, as he can corral a poor pass without skipping a beat. A center that is quick to help out his defenders and provide support to clear pucks and transition the play up the ice. While the WHL Draft is the first opportunity for teams to select graduating U15 players, it is not the last chance for a player to be listed or recruited by a WHL Club. ; #135 Medicine Hat Tigers: Kyle Heger, D, Eagan, Minn.; #136 Regina Pats: Cruz Chase, G, Airdrie, Alta. Tansem can at times tend to get a bit cute with the puck under pressure, you could say explorative. The WHL Draft is typically held on the first Thursday in May, at which time WHL Clubs select players who have graduated from the U15 age category. With added strength and some cleaning up of rather simple errors as he develops, he will turn heads., Zach says: Elite speed, physically gifted centerman. CAMERON SCHMIDT AUDIO Good on the walls for his size, and enjoys playing tough minutes and offensive minutes all the same. 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. Dallas Stars: Justin Ertel, LW, Summerside (MHL) The complete order of selection for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft can be found at WHL.ca/draft. As part of WHL.cas coverage of the event, were turning a spotlight toward some of the more exciting prospects hailing from each of the four Western Canadian branches. There used to be a couple websites that posted pre draft rankings but they seem to be no longer. Buffalo Sabres: Prokhor Poltapov, LW, CSKA-2 (Russia Jr.) Meet the next wave of top picks Evasive in all three zones, Burrett proves to be a handful for forecheckers, back checkers and can have it his own way in transition. Ranking: 40 | Nationality: USA ; #96 Spokane Chiefs: Parker Seymour, D, Fort McMurray, Alta. Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U18 Prep Stats: 35 GP 23G-42A65 points, #2 Tri-City Americans Now comes Johnson, a late-bloomer who had an absolutely tremendous, highlight-generating freshman season at Michigan. ; #31 Regina Pats: Corban Almen, F, Saskatoon, Sask. Carolina Hurricanes: Nikita Quapp, G, Krefeld (Germany) This season, he is the horse Delta Green relies upon in tough minutes against top competition. 172. But he also has strong offensive chops to go along with his tenacious game. -- Wyshynski, Team: Chicago (USHL) But all that established Montreal had two picks in the second round. He has some Brad Marchand DNA in his game. 52. 208. 183. Johnston fits with the kind of role player GM Jim Nill likes, and he was the 16th-ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting despite not playing last year due to the OHL COVID-19 postponement. Montreal Canadiens: Joshua Roy, RW, Sherbrooke (QMJHL) The drafts order of selection depends on where the team finishes in the league standings. ; #116 Prince George Cougars: Brady Holtvogt, G, Humboldt, Sask. Team: Edge School U15 Prep Stats: 29 GP 28G-29A57 points, #14 Moose Jaw Warriors Has the end of the John Tortorella era ushered in a more offensive era? The Predators will wait for this one, if Svechkov can't make the leap to the NHL right away. In this clip, he is also 1-on-3 but has more real estate and attacks the defenders down the middle forcing them into a precarious position and creating the potential to draw a penalty or get a high-quality opportunity. ; #112 Tri-City Americans: Kainoah Brankovic, D, Port Coquitlam, B.C. 78. There's proof of concept here with Wallstedt in both international play and in one season in the Swedish Hockey League. #268 Vancouver Giants: Chloe Primerano, D, North Vancouver, B.C. Name: Isaac Poll Position: Forward Hometown: White City, Sask. Calgary Flames: Cole Jordan, D, Moose Jaw (WHL) #290 Vancouver Giants: Pass; #297 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Rhett Vedress, D, Annaheim, Sask. 17 overall, should be able to select . It was assumed that's where the team would go here, and Dean fits the need. ; #161 Calgary Hitmen: Austin Kindrat, G, Winnipeg, Man. Age: 18 | Ht: 5-11 | Wt: 196 | Shot: L 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. 10 pick and they got him. ; #260 Portland Winterhawks: Mario Fate, F, Omaha, Neb. The Blue Jackets are fortunate that he was here; it's not often you see an NHL draft that goes 15 picks between defensemen being selected. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 187 | Shot: L 17) Red Deer Rebels Stats: 2 GP, 0 G, 0 A, How he fits: As long as the injury concerns have been alleviated, Lambos could be a fantastic pick here for GM Bill Guerin. ; 220 Winnipeg ICE: Cruz Klapak, F, Pilot Butte, Sask. 147. 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. San Jose Sharks: Theo Jacobsson, C, Modo Jr. (Sweden Jr.) Dallas Stars: Francesco Arcuri, C, Kingston (OHL) Philadelphia Flyers: Brian Zanetti, D, Peterborough (OHL) 7) Vancouver Giants Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U15 Stats: 13 GP 25G-16A41 points, #8 Spokane Chiefs It isn't even guaranteed that he will return to play for the London Knights next season. 136. Hear from forward Gavin McKenna after he was selected first-overall by Medicine Hat in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. 22) Vancouver Giants (from Winnipeg). 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. Ranking: 8 | Nationality: SWE 5. He has a profound skill of finding ways to gain shooting lanes, mostly with his feet and deft deceptive puck movement. 58. / Yukon were chosen, with another 50 players coming from Saskatchewan. Boucher is going to be a fine pro. Name: Peyton Kettles Position: Defence Hometown: Winnipeg, Man. Name: Nathan Behm Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. ; #235 Kelowna Rockets: Pass; #236 Seattle Thunderbirds: Colten Scott, G, Calgary, Alta. Its an exciting time of year, a busy time of year, WHL Manager, Hockey Operations Taylor Green recently told the WHL Radio Show. WHL Behind The Scenes - 2023 Road to Nashville, Highlights: Thunderbirds (4) at Americans (1), Highlights: Winterhawks (3) at Silvertips (10). 115. Dallas Stars: Conner Roulette, LW, Seattle (WHL) 43. Team: Delta Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 29 GP 32G-18A50 points, #9 Prince George Cougars ; 219 Edmonton Oil Kings: Jager Gugyelka, D, Coaldale, Alta. Columbus Blue Jackets: James Malatesta, LW, Quebec (QMJHL) Winnipeg Jets: Dmitri Rashevsky, RW, Krasnogorsk (Russia Jr.) 13) Saskatoon Blades 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. This includes a trio of defensemen, Mats Lindgren of the Kamloops Blazers, Keaton Dowhaniuk of the Prince George Cougars and Denton Mateychuk of the Moose Jaw Warriors. But he has a solid wrist shot in his offensive repertoire and could certainly develop into a top-six forward. Ranking: NR | Nationality: CAN Well, he just drafted a two-way center with great skating ability, dynamic offense and a "leads-by-example" work ethic, which should be familiar to Francis. Ranking: 7 | Nationality: CAN 141. He is a creative player who uses his quick hands to create time and space for himself. 66. All players in the proper age group and WHL territory are automatically eligible for the Draft, and do not need to file any . Western Hockey League Calgary, Alta. Stats: 8 GP, 4 G, 7 A, How he fits: The Jackets went with forwards in their first two picks, so GM Jarmo Kekalainen completes his hat trick of first-round picks with a defenseman. 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. 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. Toronto Maple Leafs: Matthew Knies, LW, Tri-City (USHL) Los Angeles Kings: Francesco Pinelli, C, Kitchener (OHL) New York Islanders: Tristan Lennox, G, Saginaw (OHL) Seattle Kraken: Ville Ottavainen, D, JYP (Finland) ; #206 Swift Current Broncos: Wesley Olson, F, Chaplin, Sask. Name: Hayden Harsanyi Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. Ranking: 18 | Nationality: CAN In the 2021 WHL Draft, 2006 born players will be eligible to be selected. Ranking: 13 | Nationality: SWE Why Owen Power is the clear No. This year's class of prospects came in with little consensus as per rankings and evaluations, thanks to uneven -- or nonexistent -- seasons for many junior, collegiate and/or international leagues amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 57. 184. St. Louis Blues: Ivan Vorobyov, RW, Khanty-Mansiysk 2 (Russia Jr.) ; #94 Prince George Cougars: Max Threinen, D, Langenburg, Sask. 10) Prince Albert Raiders 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. Pretty good deal huh? Something he is working on adding to his game is adding a dimension to his offensive skillset, now that defenders expect and know him as the shooter, he is mixing in the ability to distribute a pass low to an open teammate for a high-quality chance. Buffalo Sabres: Tyson Kozak, C, Portland (WHL) New York Islanders: Tomas Machu, D, Vitkovice Jr. (Czech Jr.) Philadelphia Flyers: Ethan Samson, D, Prince George (WHL) Stats: 16 GP, 3 G, 1 A, How he fits: Olausson is a player with a big shot and solid puck control skills, but most importantly, he plays a 200-foot game. He does however get a lot of shots on the net from distance. ; #58 Spokane Chiefs: Matthew Lesyk, D, Wetaskiwin, Alta. New York Islanders: Cameron Berg, C, Muskegon (USHL) ; #242 Winnipeg ICE: Logan Murray, F, Kimberley, B.C. Jordan is one of, if not, the purest sniper in the upcoming draft. 89. ; #176 Winnipeg ICE: Hudson Landmark, F, Sherwood Park, Alta. ; #81 Kelowna Rockets: Jaxon Kehrig, F, Tisdale, Sask. #244 Tri-City Americans: Pass; #246 Vancouver Giants: Markus Lam, F, Vancouver, B.C. Winnipeg Jets: Nikita Chibrikov, RW, St. Petersburg (Russia) 92. ; #39 Red Deer Rebels: Matthew Gard, F, Winnipeg, Man. Team: Michigan (Big Ten) But the group is extremely talented, with numerous future impact players at the NHL level. ; #159 Spokane Chiefs: Ashton Beriana, R, Port Coquitlam, B.C. That kid just won the Conn Smythe and his second straight Stanley Cup: Andrei Vasilevskiy. 95. ; #188 Brandon Wheat Kings: Brendyn Van Oene, F, Shawnigan Lake, B.C. Whether it be slowing up to set up the breakout or identifying a quick opportunity for an exit and rush. He has gotten Alex Pietrangelo comps, and that's hard to pass up for the Wild. 212. Like Isak Rosen, Lysell has earned Nikolaj Ehlers comparisons, but he needs to get a little stronger to make that kind of NHL impact. That Edmonton was still able to get the player it wanted after trading down two spots is a nice piece of business for GM Ken Holland. ; #55 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Carsen Adair, D, Clavet, Sask. 6) Regina Pats The Blazers also made three minor moves today as they sent their 2020 7 th round selection to Moose Jaw for a 7 th round pick in the 2022 WHL Bantam Draft. 191. 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