C Luca Del Bel Belluz, Mississauga Steeheads, OHL (2022, 44th, CBJ)

[Torts]

Didn't make the 2022 summer team but Luca should be a lock for the team this winter.

 

[CBJWerenski8]

Sent back to juniors today

 

[CorporateVrabs]

Apparently he was real impressive for the Jackets in the pre season from what I’ve read. Anyone know how far away he is?

 

[majormajor]

Apparently he was real impressive for the Jackets in the pre season from what I’ve read. Anyone know how far away he is?

He was much more impressive vs junior kids this summer, in the rookie tournament and in the WJC selection camp. Like most 18 year olds, in pre-season he was not able to do anything. Probably a couple years away from making a roster push.

 

[Lavar Ball]

 

[Lavar Ball]

 

[GermanSpitfire]

 

[Cowumbus]

Any Steelheads fans able to speak on his game?

I see mock WJC with Owen Beck as a lock for the WJC, but looking at stats, I’m not sure why DBB wouldn’t get a decent chance as well?

 

[Torts]

Any Steelheads fans able to speak on his game?

I see mock WJC with Owen Beck as a lock for the WJC, but looking at stats, I’m not sure why DBB wouldn’t get a decent chance as well?

I'd say he has a serious chance of making the team. He was one of the standout players from the summer camp and has had a very good start to the season.

 

[stevo61]

Any Steelheads fans able to speak on his game?

I see mock WJC with Owen Beck as a lock for the WJC, but looking at stats, I’m not sure why DBB wouldn’t get a decent chance as well?

Isnt DBB more of a top 6 or bust kind of guy where Beck is the slot anywhere type of guy? Canada has no shortage of offensive guys to choose from, its about getting the mix right. Hell there are still people that arent even slotting in Dumais yet.

 

[badfish]

I saw him play over the weekend. I sat ice level behind the net.

The positives for me were excellent passing and good offensive IQ. He had a few beautiful passes.

The negative was I didn't notice him down low very often (or at all) and didn't really remember him engaging in or winning puck battles around the boards.

I think that's where Beck looked different to me - constantly engaging in puck battles/working down low/etc. And winning lots of those puck battles.

 

[03HockeyFan]

I saw him play over the weekend. I sat ice level behind the net.

The positives for me were excellent passing and good offensive IQ. He had a few beautiful passes.

The negative was I didn't notice him down low very often (or at all) and didn't really remember him engaging in or winning puck battles around the boards.

I think that's where Beck looked different to me - constantly engaging in puck battles/working down low/etc. And winning lots of those puck battles.

Beck is a very complete player - great skater, strong motor, willing and able to engage in battles with bigger, stronger players. Has good vision and plays a fast 200 foot game. Very versatile. Has shown upside to his offense to start the season.

Del Bel can run hot and cold. Very creative and plays a strong possession - playmaking game. Very good shot (wrister/snap) with great release. Skating has improved, but still needs work. Tends to shy away from physical play and probably wins less than half his battles. Lots of upside to his game - good ceiling, but his floor is much lower than Beck’s.

Beck will have a career in the NHL.

 

[Marc the Habs Fan]

Should Sarnia really be going all in?

 

[Lavar Ball]

2+2 tonight. Keeping up a very strong pace with Sarnia. 20g 41p in 34 gp with the Steelheads, now up to 16g 29p in 23 gp with the Sting.

 

[Artorius Horus T]

it took him 1 game to adjust to the AHL, pro leagues i see.
first 2 pro points in game 2 of his pro career, primary apples.

 

[Artorius Horus T]

first of many

 

[Artorius Horus T]

Yeah he is kinda good....
getting just started..

1 goal and 1 apple.

 

[LeProspector]

Yeah he is kinda good....
getting just started..

1 goal and 1 apple.

Also healthy scratched recently

 

[stevo61]

Also healthy scratched recently

Lots of players fighting for spots in Cleveland. People who actually watch the Monsters say he been playing quite well when hes in. Up to 5 points in 4 games. Showing more promise early than I ever gave him credit for

 

[ORRFForever]

Also healthy scratched recently

If he's playing well, why the scratch?

 

[WannabeFinn]

If he's playing well, why the scratch?

Jackets org is crammed with capable skaters

 

[LeProspector]

rights traded in the OHL. That means there is a chance he could be returned at some point for an overageseason

 

[CBJx614]

rights traded in the OHL. That means there is a chance he could be returned at some point for an overageseason

He's got 5 pts in 6 AHL games, there's 0% chance he goes back to jr's ever again.

 

[LeProspector]

His rights wouldn’t have been traded if there was a 0% chance.

 

[tunnelvision]

He's got 5 pts in 6 AHL games, there's 0% chance he goes back to jr's ever again.

If Cleveland's playoff run falls short he could join Saginaw for Mem cup games? They're the host city.