HF Habs: 2024 NHL Draft Thread

[No More Subban]

I really like Lindstrom. Having him and Slaf in the top six would be so fun to watch. I still like the idea of surrounding Suzuki/Caufield with big guys

 

[Goldenhands]

More I watch Raoul Boilard, more I think he is flying under the radar big time, this kid plays a pro style, skates well and clearly has talent, he is centering Drakkars 3rd line, almost PPG and +27, he is expected to play a much bigger role next year. 6'2 190 lbs.

I would go as far as saying he might be a prime target for the Habs with the Jets pick.

 

[austin316]

I really like Lindstrom. Having him and Slaf in the top six would be so fun to watch. I still like the idea of surrounding Suzuki/Caufield with big guys

It’s a must. We should trade ahead of CBJ to ensure this happens

 

[Habs7631]

It’s a must. We should trade ahead of CBJ to ensure this happens

Are there reports of the Jackets targeting Lindstrom? Or is he a need/fit for their team like us? Don’t know much about CBJ.

 

[waitin425]

More I watch Raoul Boilard, more I think he is flying under the radar big time, this kid plays a pro style, skates well and clearly has talent, he is centering Drakkars 3rd line, almost PPG and +27, he is expected to play a much bigger role next year. 6'2 190 lbs.

I would go as far as saying he might be a prime target for the Habs with the Jets pick.

If goldenhands speaks...I listen

 

[Playmaker09]

More I watch Raoul Boilard, more I think he is flying under the radar big time, this kid plays a pro style, skates well and clearly has talent, he is centering Drakkars 3rd line, almost PPG and +27, he is expected to play a much bigger role next year. 6'2 190 lbs.

I would go as far as saying he might be a prime target for the Habs with the Jets pick.

Haven't seen him play but I do appreciate these types of narratives.

I remember enjoying Cirelli's game when he was stuck at 3C behind Michael McCarron on Oshawa's Mem Cup run.
Larkin behind Eichel on the NTDP as another classic example.

 

[Pompeius Magnus]

More I watch Raoul Boilard, more I think he is flying under the radar big time, this kid plays a pro style, skates well and clearly has talent, he is centering Drakkars 3rd line, almost PPG and +27, he is expected to play a much bigger role next year. 6'2 190 lbs.

I would go as far as saying he might be a prime target for the Habs with the Jets pick.

He's 58 in the consolidated ranking ( much later on McKenzie's list), so late first might be a bit of a reach. On the other hand, our second rounder is going to be late, so if they really like him, the winnipeg pick might be the one chance they'll get. It's quite possible he'll still be there by the late-ish second round though, so it's a gamble.

 

[Saundies]

Literally any top 10 projected forward and I'll be happy. F-O-R-W-A-R-D, hockey ops. Guys that play up front and score. Those guys. Heard of them? Yeah, one of those.

Last year I said anybody but Reinbacher and got burned so.......... not holding my breath.

 

[JeffreyLFC]

Top 5 for the Habs seem pretty much locked on.
1. Macklin
2. Demidov
3. Lindstrom
4. Levshunov
5. Iginla

That's my guess on their ranking.

 

[salbutera]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

 

[Goldenhands]

Haven't seen him play but I do appreciate these types of narratives.

I remember enjoying Cirelli's game when he was stuck at 3C behind Michael McCarron on Oshawa's Mem Cup run.
Larkin behind Eichel on the NTDP as another classic example.

I will end up making a video of Boilard that I will post before the draft.

He's 58 in the consolidated ranking ( much later on McKenzie's list), so late first might be a bit of a reach. On the other hand, our second rounder is going to be late, so if they really like him, the winnipeg pick might be the one chance they'll get. It's quite possible he'll still be there by the late-ish second round though, so it's a gamble.

As I said, he is playing third lne center on a powerhouse and I dont really care about amator scouting rankings personally, we will see where he ranks on Bobby Mac final list where real scouts are polled.

The maturity in his game is very impressive considering thats his 1st season in the Q.

 

[Mrb1p]

More I watch Raoul Boilard, more I think he is flying under the radar big time, this kid plays a pro style, skates well and clearly has talent, he is centering Drakkars 3rd line, almost PPG and +27, he is expected to play a much bigger role next year. 6'2 190 lbs.

I would go as far as saying he might be a prime target for the Habs with the Jets pick.

Yes. I have him close to the top 15. There's a lot of talent in the Q this year. It's pretty laughable how low he is. I do think he's somewhat boring skill-wise but he's also smart and plays a very translatable game. I'd be happy if the Habs went Q with all their picks after the first.

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

The Canes probably wouldn't even trade Svech for Celebrini.

 

[le_sean]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

No. Injured every year and I prefer a cost-controlled asset considering the Habs are always a cap team.

 

[Scintillating10]

Would you guys take Surin with Win’s pick?

Vanacker somebody like that. Basha make a good story if we take Lindstrom

 

[Scintillating10]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

No, lose 6 years, been injured frequently, averages 25 goals and 60 points we should get better offense with this pick. His 8 million a year bring us another major asset. Summer of '25 is deep UFA market his 8 million will help out quite a bit. Plus Lindstrom and Reinbacher both should be ready to join team by then.

 

[Spearmint Rhino]

Literally any top 10 projected forward and I'll be happy. F-O-R-W-A-R-D, hockey ops. Guys that play up front and score. Those guys. Heard of them? Yeah, one of those.

Last year I said anybody but Reinbacher and got burned so.......... not holding my breath.

So it’s your fault and you are doubling down on only forwards again? Pick the D this year that you wanted more than anything in this world and we will get our forward.

 

[jaffy27]

Top 5 for the Habs seem pretty much locked on.
1. Macklin
2. Demidov
3. Lindstrom
4. Levshunov
5. Iginla

That's my guess on their ranking.

Don’t forget Eiserman, I’m convinced he’s on that list too

 

[Omar]

Iginla is not a reach as there are legitimately 10 players who could go anywhere from 2-11

Nobody has Iginla at 5

 

[vokiel]

It’s a must. We should trade ahead of CBJ to ensure this happens

Nah, even without Lindstrom the pick they'll call will be very good for the offense. If they pick a D, I'm going to practice watching basketball.

Nobody has Iginla at 5

I do also

 

[waitin425]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

Absolutely. They will never offer him though

 

[vokiel]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

Of course!

 

[L4br3cqu3]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

Fits with the core, age-wise, would add size to our top-6 since Anderson is a complete fail so far, plays physical, can score...

Those injuries, though, we already have Dach who's a question mark, and our depth is still pretty bad.

Despite my draft-first mentality, I think I'd do it, would push our team forward.

That said, there's just no way the Canes would offer him, he fits with their core too.

And I mean, it's the 5th pick overall, Lindstrom could be the same type of player Svechnikov is, soooo... yeah.

 

[GlassesJacketShirt]

If Canes offer up Svechnikov for Habs 5OA do you make that deal?

Turned 24 past March, 5-years left @ $7.75M

Injuries are my only concern, otherwise yeah, I'd do that in a heartbeat. I generally find his basic counting stats are lesser than the eye test, and wonder if playing for a team more focused on setting up high quality scoring chances over volume, all while fixed into a top line role, would unlock his true upside.

 

[Favster]

It's the McKenna show

Non 2024 draft related but Lapointe's face is always so tanned he looks like an old catcher's mitt lol

 

[schwang26]

No shot they trade that pick. Good shot they trade the Jets pick though.

You can get immediate help without giving up a Top 10 pick. And typically those players are like 3 seasons away at most from being in the NHL. Plus they are cost-controlled which is extremely valuable.

Yeah the Habs need help now, but they also need help in the system. When your best offensive prospects are Roy and Mesar, you are in trouble. No one is banging at the door to take a spot.

There’s a big difference between being in the nhl in 3 or 4 years, and producing like a top 6 player. That’s my point. If they acquire a 60-70 point guy now, or draft this guy and wait potentially 4 years for him to hit that mark, that’s outside their timeline for competing in my opinion. You are correct that they need to draft talent

No shot they trade that pick. Good shot they trade the Jets pick though.

You can get immediate help without giving up a Top 10 pick. And typically those players are like 3 seasons away at most from being in the NHL. Plus they are cost-controlled which is extremely valuable.

Yeah the Habs need help now, but they also need help in the system. When your best offensive prospects are Roy and Mesar, you are in trouble. No one is banging at the door to take a spot.

You make a couple good points, but just because a guy is 3 seasons away, doesn’t mean he’s going to produce like a top 6 player which was my point. That could be 4 or 5 seasons. Let’s say they can get Zegras and he becomes a 70 point guy right away. That fits the timeline much better. I’m just giving an example and I don’t want to start a debate on Zegras.
As for acquiring talent other ways, I don’t see how they’re doing that without giving up a young roster player, which seems counter productive. Anyone thinking that they’re signing a big name forward like a Stamkos, I’m sorry to say, it’s not happening. We aren’t a FA destination teams like NYR, Toronto or Tampa. These types just don’t come here. I’ll agree, they do need to draft talent up front, but somehow other teams do it without top 5 picks.