The truth likely lies somewhere in the middle but like Lambert, Trikozov will be interesting to watch. The lowdown: Bichsel is a defensive defenseman who already has NHL size at 6-foot-5.5 and 225 pounds. Multiple scouts freely admitted that five years from now, the best player from the 2022 draft could be someone not named Slafkovsky or Wright. Its a photo finish for the No. There are, however, two points worth noting. DAILY FACEOFF TOP 32. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino considers him to be a power forward in progress. 55 Jani Nyman Ilves (SM Liiga Jr.) Hockey Prospect ranked goaltenders separately, this means that goaltenders are ranked on 14 sources, not 15. The five scouts who put Slafkovsky at No. Rankings with over 200 players ranked only received a bump of source+5. 27 Jack Hughes Northeastern (NCAA) 57 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL) Danny Zhilkin of the OHL's Guelph Storm could be a viable target for the Coyotes at this stage of the draft. At 6'3" and 190 pounds, Jiricek already has impressive size that he uses to physically separate opponents from the puck, as indicated by his 49 penalty minutes. 3 Logan Cooley USA U-18 (USHL) 12 in our scouting survey. 71. 71 Kirill Dolzhenkov Moskva (MHL) With his size, style of play and right-hand shot, we still believe he'd be a solid addition to their prospect pool. HM Vladimir Grudinin Moskva (MHL) The Range column shows the difference between the players highest ranking and their lowest one. 37 Luca Del Bel Belluz Mississauga (OHL) Winnipeg Ice 5-foot-9 Canadian centre Matt Savoie, who leads the WHL in scoring with 19 goals and 53 points in 35 games, is No. David Jiricek:The Czech missed a good chunk of this season with a knee injury suffered at the World Junior Championship, but the 6-foot-3 blueliner has the size, bite, and physical tools to play a shutdown role. 1 or No. Please note that all names, measurements, teams and positions are from Elite Prospects at mid-season. NHL Central Scouting listed Jiricek at No. 1 perch is USA Under-18 forward Logan Cooley, a 5-foot-10 centre who is as savvy and skilled offensively as any prospect in the draft. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino felt there remains a rawness to Bichsel's offensive game but noted his improvement. 64 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL) 49 Jani Nyman KOOVEE (Mestis) "There's no holes in his game.". One club executive nicely summed up the dilemma in choosing between Slafkovsky and Wright. I am not s high on them as the top end of the 2023 class. There are no slam dunks. 1 on their lists said he got extra marks for playing a premium position (centre) and still putting up 94 points in 63 games in what many would concede was a disappointing season. As evidenced by his final Central Scouting ranking of 8th, they believe he will be a top-six center. 51 Seamus Casey USA U-18 (USHL) Consentino also pointed out he's brought more patience to his game, while Peters commended the youngster for using his size to protect pucks. In time, he could develop into a solid top-six NHL right winger. Cloud State University next season. Hes a strong skater with a sturdy build and very good offensive instincts to go with an outstanding NHL-ready shot. 4. Jiricek is hurt now. It isnt that Wright has been a bust or that scouts are skeptical of him as a high-end NHL prospect. 19 Jimmy Snuggerud USA U-18 (USHL) Cutter Gauthier: The U.S. U-18 national team forward has NHL size (6-foot-2 1/2 and 200 pounds), speed, and a goal-scorers nose for the net, which is to say he has the requisite tools to be a top-six, two-way NHL power forward. Korchinski's size, unflappable demeanor and playmaking abilities have propelled him to a solid season in the WHL. 17. Yurov has the skills and talent to be a top-10 pick. Whether its a specific rank, a specific skill set or what their upside is, there can be several reasons a prospect can have a wide variety of outcomes. They could consider selecting the USNTDP'sRutger McGroarty, provided they don't lose their first-rounder to the Winnipeg Jets as part of the conditions of theiracquisitionof Andrew Copp at the trade deadline. 4 to as low as No. At 5-foot-10 1/2, the skilled pivot has some dynamic offensive ability, especially in terms of his one-on-one play and a willingness to go to hard areas on the ice to score goals. 1 Shane Wright Kingston (OHL) A stellar performance at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics could make Slafkovsky a very attractive prospect for the Devils. A knee injury suffered during the 2022 World Junior (U20) Championship sidelined Jiricek for the remainder of this season. The Pittsburgh Penguins must start seeking eventual replacements for longtime centers Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. 4, while towering 6-foot-4 Slovak winger Juraj Slafkovsky is No. 7. The truth is no one seems to know for sure how the Russians will be considered in this years draft. The information you requested is not available at this time, please check back again soon. Cooley is No. Those that rank him in the first round believe his offensive game is coming and will be a dependable top-four, two-way defenseman. We predicted the Anaheim Ducks could select USNTDP forward Frank Nazar in our previous mock draft. That is our list of 15 divisive prospects for the 2022 NHL Draft. 12-ranked Swedish winger Jonathan Lekkerimaki; No. Teams who like Wright at No. While not as big or physically punishing as Jiricek, Nemec still plays a solid game without the puck. In 2019, we eliminated the top two and bottom two scores from the average. 12 Pavel Mintyukov Saginaw (OHL) They are listed in alphabetical order. 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We previously had the Arizona Coyotes selecting Nathan Gaucher with this pick, which was received from the Montreal Canadiens as part of the return in last summer's Christian Dvorak trade. 38 Mattias Havelid Linkoping (SWE J-20) Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. 3 among North American skaters by NHL Central Scouting, the 18-year-old Savoie leads the Ice and all WHL rookies with 78 points. He also spent a five-game stint with the KHL parent club, Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. While that could affect how high he goes in this year's draft, he's still a well-regarded young player. Teams who rank Slafkovsky at No. 30 Filip Mesar Poprad (SVK) Club order of draft selection is not a factor in our survey of scouts and TSNs ranking of players. 32 Adam Ingram Youngtown (USHL) 17 Marco Kasper Rgle (SHL) The lowdown: Howard is one of the best puck handlers in the entire draft. The Drop column shows the difference in average between the person immediately above them in the rankings. On Thursday, TSN's Bob McKenzie released his pre-season rankings for the 2023 NHL Entry Draft after surveying 10 National Hockey League scouts. In the case of a tie in the average, the first tie breaker is the player with the best individual ranking, and the second tie breaker is the highest worst ranking. Just alright in my viewings, said a third scout. The information you requested is not available at this time, please check back again soon. While not as big or physically punishing as Jiricek, Nemec still plays a solid game without the puck. Four of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN had him in the spot immediately behind Wright. Nevertheless, Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters likes the 6'2", 183-pounder's two-way abilities and strength. Elite Prospects indicates 11 of their 13 ranking authorities consider him a top-10 prospect. Scott Wheeler's ranking of the Detroit Red Wings' top prospects shows them lacking a potential top-six center with offensive capabilities. He's committed to playing for Boston College next season, giving him time to develop his offensive skills. Matt Savoie:The Winnipeg Ice 5-foot-9 centre is a quick, gifted, and skilled, albeit undersized, offensive presence who can score goals and make plays. And not every player was ranked by each source. Description Here is the link: https://www.tsn.ca/shane-wright-nhl-draft-kingston-frontenacs-bob-mckenzie-1.1748239 DRAFT TEXT-EMBED ROUND 1 TEAM ORIGINAL PLAYER DETAILS ROUND 2 TEAM 7 David Jiricek Plzen (CZE) Bob McKenzies 2022 NHL Draft Rankings Top 10. HM Jack Devine Denver (NCAA) Archive. 1 overall pick should be., Hes not played with enough urgency or determination, said another scout. 6. Dont be surprised if hes off the board in round one despite where some places have him ranked. The leading contender to knock Wright off the No. 55 Isaiah George London (OHL) That tournament was the only hockey Wright played in 2020-21 because of COVID-19. Wrights play raised more questions than it answered. 15 Isaac Howard USA U-18 (USHL) Hes viewed by some scouts as limited offensively, but in a draft filled with sub-6-foot puck movers, Jiriceks size and physical approach stand out. Their next pick is at 79th overall, and they have a seventh rounder as 37-ranked Mississauga Steelhead forward Luca Del Bel Belluz, who aside from having one of the best handles in this draft is rocketing up the draft charts. 4. HM Viktor Neuchev Yekaterinburg (MHL) Most seem to believe hes a bottom pair defenseman. The club that finishes last overall will have the best odds of winning the draft lottery. 9. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. The truth is no one seems to know for sure how the Russians will be considered in this years draft. What is our goal here? Those skills should make him very enticing to the Coyotes. ", C, Rogle (Sweden): "got some consideration as top 10 pick". (Error Code: 102630) Its a photo finish for the No. Its really that tight in the eyes of so many scouts. 5 among North American skaters. 2 and as low as No. 12 Jonathan Lakkerimaki Djurgardens (SWE J-20) The Minnesota Wild traded prospect center Jack McBain on March 21 to the Arizona Coyotes after the youngster informed them he would not sign with them this summer. The Winnipeg Jets have been lacking a talented puck-moving defenseman since injuries forced Dustin Byfuglien from the game in 2019. The 17-year-old Howard is having a solid second season with the USNTDP. 9 Matt Savoie Winnipeg (WHL) Most scouts project him as a high-end second-line centre in the NHL with a chance to develop into a 1C. TSN/BOB McKENZIE TOP 32. The 18-year-old also has 11 points in 14 games with their junior squad in the USHL. HM Jace Weir Red Deer (WHL), Gino Reda hosts a weekly syndicated radio show that profiles the excitement, news and insight of Canadian Amateur Hockey across Canada. Scott Wheeler's evaluation of the Toronto Maple Leafs' prospect depth shows them without a left-hand defenseman among their top 15. 42 Paul Ludwinski Kingston (OHL) Size and not consistently using his linemates to maximum effectiveness are two things that could prevent that from happening. Since he didnt play big minutes in the KHL, Yurov was perhaps a tougher read for the scouts, but he has been a Top 10 or thereabouts prospect most of the year. 7 on TSNs mid-season ranking, is a two-way threat, who can play a punishing shutdown defender role but skilled enough to contribute on offence, too. 72 Lane Hutson USA U-18 (USHL) In his February 2022 rankings, Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino singled out his speed and ability to make simple plays to initiate transition. There are no slam dunks. Every year, several prospects tend to cause disagreement amongst the scouting world. But hes still viewed as having a more mature, well-rounded game than Slafkovsky. 89 Alexander Suzdalev HV 71 (SWE J-20) 62 Tyler Brennan Prince George (WHL) The lowdown: The biggest question asked about McGroarty is his skating. His compete and his leadership will garner a lot of first-round attention. Bob McKenzie's Final 2022 Draft Ranking TSN.ca Staff This video file cannot be played. Ivan Miroshnichenko has been sidelined by Hodgkin's lymphoma and could miss all of next season, and that uncertainty means he is not in the first round here. 1 or 2 in the draft lottery. 31 Danny Zhilkin Guelph (OHL) It was more difficult to get consensus rankings on the Russians this year because not all teams are ranking Russians as they have in the past. McGroarty's size, competitiveness and scoring abilities should overcome any concerns about his speed. Cutter Gauthier:The U.S. U-18 national team forward has NHL size (6-foot-2 1/2 and 200 pounds), speed, and a goal-scorers nose for the net, which is to say he has the requisite tools to be a top-six, two-way NHL power forward. The San Jose Sharks landed a fine young forward in the 2021 NHL draft when they took William Eklund of Djurgarderns IF in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) with the seventh overall pick. 1 or No. Yurov was held scoreless seeing limited minutes in 21 games against professionals in the KHL. Goran Stubb of European Scouting Services called the young right winger "an excellent, smooth skater with great offensive instincts," singling out his playmaking and competitive two-way play. At 6'3" and 194 pounds, Gauthier is a big, versatile forward who can play center or left wing and carries a hard, heavy shot. Nazar's hardworking style and offensive skills will serve him well for teams like the Ducks that could use a player of his versatility among their top prospects. [Wright] was great coming out of the U-18s last year but it was a really small sample size, the scout said. Two questions come to mind with Beck. 1 guy right now.. Goran Stubb, director of NHL European Scouting, cited the 6'1", 187-pound Austrian's energy, tenacity and strength on his skates, as well as his ability to generate scoring opportunities. Those traits could make him a first-round selection of the Wild. During his midseason draft rankings on Jan. 20, Bob McKenzie indicated two scouts surveyed by TSN suggested Wright's first-half performance left open the In addition to the shadow of sanctions due to the war with Ukraine, Miroshnichenko had to overcome a series of injuries that slowed him, and then was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma. 70 Simon Forsmark Orebro (SWE J-20) Listen here. As for Wrights competition for No. 11 Brad Lambert Lahti (SM Liiga) That feels like ages ago. 1, while four scouts slotted the Kingston Frontenac centre in the top spot. The 18-year-old center is sitting secondamong his teammates with 46 points in 54 games. 39 Owen Beck Mississauga (OHL) 3 Joakim Kemell JYP (SM Liiga) Bring on the chaos. Highest ranks: 15th (The Puck Authority), 26th (Future Considerations), Lowest ranks: 56th (McKeens Hockey), 46th (Dobber Prospects). Some teams have factored in a more emphatic Russian factor in their rankings, while still other teams have ranked all players, including Russians, based purely on hockey-playing ability. Miroshnichenko is the drafts biggest wild card. We had Marco Kasper of the SHL's Rogle BK as our predicted selection by the Nashville Predators in our previous mock draft. I'd be fine with either for NJD. The Best column is pretty self explanatory: it is the players best ranking. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino also praised Kemell's game but expressed concern over the decline in his production after he returned from injury. 2 and Savoie at No. The 6'0", 192-pound left winger lit it up this season with Loko Yaroslavl, finishing with 25 goals and 50 points in 42 games and sitting fourth overall among MHL scorers. 80 Vinzenz Rohrer Ottawa (OHL) Its a photo finish for the No. 3 on TSNs mid-season rankings but did not get any No. While the skill with the puck is evident both as a shooter and a playmaker, those down on him dont think he has the speed to keep up in the NHL. With just a few months to go before the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, the 18-year-old is more ready than ever to hear his name get called. 20 or lower. Here are 15 divisive prospects for the 2022 NHL Draft. 41 Noah Warren Gatineau (QMJHL) 60 Hunter Haight Barrie (OHL) Ohgren, 18, led Djurgardens IF's junior team this season with 33 goals and 58 points in just 30 games. Morning Coffee: Can any team stop the Avs in the West? 10. Kasper, 17, is at No. 65 Alexander Suzdalev HV 71 (SWE J-20) 1, while four scouts slotted the Kingston Frontenac centre in the top spot. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peterspraisedthe 17-year-old McGroarty's high competitiveness and offensive skills. That didnt happen. Zhilkin could go low in the first round or perhaps in the second round. Teams that have multiple first-round picks are seen as well positioned to perhaps make value selections on Russian players who might be available later than they would under normal circumstances. The top three is separated by just 1.77 which makes it the closest top three since I started tracking these rankings in 2016 (The 2016 rankings were not published). No other top prospect had such a wide variance, although the other nine scouts had Miroshnichenko solidly in the top 10. Teams that have multiple first-round picks are seen as well positioned to perhaps make value selections on Russian players who might be available later than they would under normal circumstances. Some scouts said theyre awaiting direction from ownership and/or management on policy or guidelines for drafting Russian players. WebBob McKenzie's 2021 Final Draft Rankings 1,793 views Jul 19, 2021 18 Dislike Share Save TC Productions 149 subscribers Like and Subscribe for more content All clips are property of the TSN. The rest of his game is strong especially his shot. Thats the way we like it. 7 among NHL Central Scouting's international skaters. 35 Jack Hughes Northeastern (NCAA) 40 Lane Hutson USA U-18 (USHL) Scoring punch at right wing has been an ongoing issue for the Edmonton Oilers. 2022 TSN Bob McKenzie mid-season list Draft Class: 2021 Created By: NHLfan10506 Published: Jan. 21 at 6:21 a.m. 7. 73 Michael Buchinger Guelph (OHL) 2 or No. His range in our survey was as high as No. Five of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN ranked the 6-foot-4 Slovak left winger at No. Logan Cooley: The U.S. U-18 national team centre was the only prospect besides Slafkovsky and Wright to get a No. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters cited the 18-year-old Gauthier's combination of size, skating and puck skills among the young forward's notable skills. Those traits are bound to draw the interest of teams seeking a future leader for their blue-line corps. Neither one of them [Slafkovsky or Wright] are locks to be first-line players in the NHL. They could look at Tristan Luneau of the Gatineau Olympiques in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) as a prime option to address that need. Two scouts ranked him in their top 5. Peters also complimented his quick hands and deceptive shot among his assets. NHL Central Scouting listed Mateychuk at No. (NHL Mock Draft Power/Raty/Hughes Prospect Rumors Talk) 8,519 views Dec 15, 2020 Hello Guys Welcome Back! NHL Central Scouting placed him at No. If he was over 6 feet tall, hed probably be the [clear-cut] No. Gaucher has 24 goals and 40 points in 49 games this season with the QMJHL's Quebec Remparts. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters singled out his quick release, precise puck skills and ability to read plays. While the 6'2", 187-pound left winger managed just two points in 25 games with their pro team, the experience he received there should prove invaluable in his development. He has 18 points in 43 games with the USNTDP's under-18 team and 12 points in 18 games with their USHL junior club. The forward earned the NHL deal with a great first pro season. The lowdown: You know a prospect is divisive when some have them as a lottery pick and others have them outside the second round. Scott Wheeler's ranking of the Blue Jackets' top prospects indicatesthey're lacking a right winger with first-line potential. 5 Cutter Gauthier USA U-18 (USHL) That means some changes to our listing compared to our Jan. 8 predictions. 86 Arseni Koromyslov St. Petersburg (MHL) HM Quinn Finley Madison (USHL) Hell be reliable and coaches will love his work ethic, tools and hockey sense.. He was ranked as high as No. Simon Nemec:The 6-foot, 199-pound Slovak is a smooth-skating, intelligent defenceman who is a highly efficient puck mover with a solid two-way game. They appreciated his speed and puck-handling abilities, with Peters pointing out the youngster dominates when playing among his peer group in international competition. CONSOLIDATED RANKING TOP 32. Slafkovskys blend of speed, skill and most notably size is something of a rarity amongst forwards in the top 5 or even the top 10 of this draft. Those skills could bring a considerable boost to the Kraken's prospect pipeline, which was ranked 32nd by Wheeler. In our scout survey, Gauthier was as high as No. 1 spot on TSNs 2022 NHL Draft Final Rankingand, by the slimmest of margins, its Juraj Slafkovsky over Shane Wright. Simon Nemec: The 6-foot, 199-pound Slovak is a smooth-skating, intelligent defenceman who is a highly efficient puck mover with a solid two-way game. What is the main takeaway from this exercise? However, the Halifax Chronicle-Herald's Willy Palov observed a February slump in Gaucher's production had some scouts reassessing their evaluation of him. Hes a 6-foot-4 defenseman who can skate well for his size and is good with the puck on his stick. While hes not the slowest skater, his mechanics have been questioned. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters noted Nazar's quickness and high-end finishing ability while commending his tenacity despite his 5'10", 174-pound frame. This is easily identified and reflected in various rankings published. 1, he will have to demonstrate them on a more consistent basis. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters commended Ohgren's above-average skill level and top-tier shot. Kasper's strength and speed will be significant assets for any club seeking his style of game. He should be among the enticing prospects in the opening round of this year's draft. 8. Last year out of the 163 ranked players, 138 (84.7%) were drafted. Elite Prospects indicates he remains the consensus first overall pick among the 2022 class of draft-eligible prospects. Some teams have factored in a more emphatic Russian factor in their rankings, while still other teams have ranked all players, including Russians, based purely on hockey-playing ability. He is still over a point per game and the problem is a lot of people expect him to be at 2.5 points per game. That long layoff, however, hasn't hurt the 18-year-old center's game as he's sitting second among Steelheads scorers with 29 goals and 70 points in 60 games. 16 Brad Lambert JYP (SM Liiga) We predicted the Seattle Kraken could select Simon Nemec of Slovakia's HK Nitra in our previous mock draft with an eye on him filling a puck-moving role on their blue line. Yegor Chinakhov anyone? 46 Matyas Sapovaliv Saginaw (OHL) 71. In his midseason rankings, TSN's Bob McKenzie considered the 18-year-old blueliner a two-way threat. WebTop 10 BIGGEST Potential STEALS Of The 2022 NHL Draft! 45 Filip Bystedt Linkping (SWE J-20) Two, this consensus ranking has nothing to do with the preference of the team the Montreal Canadiens that is picking first overall. 19 are wild cards of sorts. The goal is to give you different perspectives from various sources indicating where the questions and pressure points are. Provided they don't end up sending their first-rounder to the Chicago Blackhawks as a condition of their acquisition of Marc-Andre Fleury, they could select a center as a replacement in this year's draft. {{ video.Name HM Jagger Firkus Moose Jaw (WHL) 38 Calle Odelius Djurgardens (SWE J-20) HM Gavin Hayes Flint (OHL) 33 to around 50 on TSNs list got enough consideration as first-round picks from scouts that they could move into the Top 32. 9. Smaller forwards with the ability to make plays at high speed are growing in number in today's NHL. He'll draw interest from teams seeking to build up their skilled depth at center. Born in Russia, Zhilkin's family moved to Canada when he was a child. Still, his offensive abilities were strong enough to rank him highly. Here is a sampling of comments from some scouts who still have Wright at No. In fact, the top-ranked goalie is Prince George Cougar Tyler Brennan, who checks in at No. 3 and two more at No. Dubas sends 'we're all in' message to Leafs and he may not be done, Morning Coffee: Maple Leafs, Rangers add ahead Of TradeCentre, Dubas continues aggressive pursuit of competitive players on 'whirlwind' day. In a Feb. 18 profile by NHL.com's Mike G. Morreale, Mintyukov explained leaving Russia to play in the OHL benefited his style of play as an offensive blueliner. HockeyProspect ranked 112 players. }}. 36 Calle Odelius Djurgardens (SWE J-20) Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino had Wright atop his March rankings but suggested others could be closing the gap on him. 10 Marco Kasper Rgle (SHL) Those factors should make him very enticing for the Senators. 53 Fraser Minten Kamloops (WHL) 41 Matthew Poitras Guelph (OHL) Scott Wheeler listed only one among their top 10 in his 2022 rankings. Czechia and Slovakia split up in 1993, but its amazing that the two smaller hockey countries have as many Top 10 prospects on this list as Canada. 1 or No. 1 spot on TSNs 2022 NHL Draft Final Ranking and, by the slimmest of margins, its Juraj Slafkovsky over Five of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN ranked the 6-foot-4 Slovak left winger at No. The top-ranked in fact, the only ranked goalie is Prince George Cougars netminder Tyler Brennan, who is No. 1 Shane Wright 59 Noah Warren Gatineau (QMJHL) Ohgren will likely spend at least another season or two with Djurgardens' senior squad before becoming NHL-ready. Highest ranks: 8th (TSNs Craig Button), 16th (Sportsnet), Lowest ranks: 42nd (Smaht Scouting), 41st (Future Considerations). Hes a strong skater with a sturdy build and very good offensive instincts to go with an outstanding NHL-ready shot. Its a photo finish for the No. But hes still at the top of the draft pile. Morning Coffee: Can any team stop the Avs in the West? He does not have a lot of energy in his game right now., He has not played with the vigour or passion to score as he has in years past, said a fifth scout, who feels Wright could solidify No. He had seven points in 11 games with their junior club and three points in 29 games skating with their pro squad. 33 to around 50 on TSNs list got enough consideration as first-round picks from scouts that they could move into the Top 32. 1] is absolutely still up for grabs, said another scout. 61 Ruslan Gazizov London (OHL) That list includes: No. Others believe his skating and overall skill set puts him in the top-six conversation. No one doubts Wright has the tools to be a good NHL player, but if hes going to be No. Those [Wrights first OHL season and U-18 performance] seem like such a long time ago, another scout said. HM Brennan Ali Lincoln (USHL) That versatility could burnish his stock in this year's draft as a two-position forward. 88 Vladimir Grudinin Moskva (MHL) 11 Kevin Korchinski Seattle (WHL) 79 Reid Schaefer Seattle (WHL) They could seek another potential top-six forward capable of playing center or wing here. But most everyone agrees hes mature on and off the ice, and one of the best all-around prospects with high character and work ethic. Jonathan Lekkerimaki:The somewhat undersized (5-foot-10-1/2) Swedish winger has a big-time shot and high-end finishing ability and performed at a high level at the 2022 U-18 World Championship. He also has 21 points in as many games with their junior club in the USHL. Marco Kasper: The Austrian 6-foot-1 centre can play all three forward positions and his overall game is as mature and complete as it is versatile. Dubas adds edge to Leafs as challenging playoff path looms. The critical question is: whats his offensive upside? 10. 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