as mentioned in that top 20 thread below (which doesn't have any lists anymore), how would you guys rank a top 10 list
right now? anyone making major strides the last few months?
Just reviewing our 2017 draft prospects:
Bemstrom is our “under the radar” prospect imo. Would love to see what numbers he could put up consistently at the SHL level. Being snubbed off the Sweden WJC roster was shocking but hope he’ll rebound with a chip on his shoulder.
Texier has been alternating between first and second line duties as an 18 year old in the Liiga, which is always a good thing. Has 8 goals in 30 games which doesn’t seem like a lot but his goals have been beauties. He has great potential but is awhile away from making the jump to NA, imo. Will be interesting to see how he does for France at the WJC.
Tarasov might be our best goalie prospect aside from Elvis. His numbers in the MHL so far are incredbile. 27 games, 1.84 GAA, .925 save percentage. Will more than likely be called up to the KHL nearing the end of this season. There was some talk that he would’ve went first round if he didnt have a history of injuries. His potential is great.
Kale Howarth has put up 1.53 ppg in the BCHL so far this season. Crazy good numbers but then again, it’s the BCHL. He will make the jump to the NCAA level next season and play for UCONN. He should see immediate first/second line minutes. The Huskies are just 8-11-2 this season.
While I gave praise to Bemstrom, Jonathan Davidsson might contend with Emil for our most under the radar prospect. He’s exceeded his point total in the SHL from last season in 17 games less this season. 14 points in 27 games as a 20 year old in the SHL, not bad at all. The Jackets are deep at RW so Davidsson’s development probably won’t be rushed by any means, although I could see him make the jump to NA depending on what his brother does (they’re on the same team in the SHL).
Carson Meyer has been very, very meh for Miami. It’s become a tradition, it seems to take a AAA CBJ alumni player. He produced at a 0.81 ppg rate last year, this season he is producing just 0.33 ppg. Not to mention the team is struggling too. 3-4-1, after going 9-20-7 last season.
And finally, our 7th round draft pick. Robbie Stucker. Has good size. Headed to University of Minnesota next season which should be good for his development depending on what role he immediately jumps into with the team. Minnesota has a reputation of not rushing their players into immediate impact roles. I doubt Stucker will see a tremendous amount of playing time next season and it’s quite possible that we may never sign him since he’s going the college route. He more than likely won’t be ready to turn pro for another 3+ years atleast.
If I had to rank our 2017 draft prospects in terms of raw
potential, my rankings would go like this:
1.) Texier
2.) Tarasov
3.) Bemstrom
4.) Davidsson
5.) Stucker
6.) Howarth
7.) Meyer
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Hope you enjoyed my takes. Viewpoints are my own. Happy Holidays.
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