Prospect Info: Ducks sign Jaycob Megna

[KaseMeOutside]

@AnaheimDucks 8s
The #NHLDucks signed defenseman @JaycobMegna to a three-year entry-level contract. NEWS: http://ducks.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=712937

somewhat surprised, but didn't realize he was already 6'5 220

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[Exit Dose]

It's not that surprising. He had a good season and he's massive.

 

[Ducksgo*]

Always liked the kid. Big and physical I hope he succeeds in the AHL

 

[mightyquack]

Norfolk is going to have a big and mean team next season.

 

[Kalv]

I read good things about Megna, but still surprised it's 3 year deal here and 2 for Manson. Probably not a big deal about that though.

I just hope someone will be able to move the puck in Norfolk next year

 

[Exit Dose]

I may be misremembering the rules, but I think the difference in ELCs is due to age. I think Manson can only be given a two-year ELC because he is 22.

 

[mightyquack]

I read good things about Megna, but still surprised it's 3 year deal here and 2 for Manson. Probably not a big deal about that though.

I just hope someone will be able to move the puck in Norfolk next year

I believe it's due to Manson playing an extra year at BCHL level before going to College, mean's he's only eligible for a 2 year ELC like Schultz was (also means he could of gone the Schultz route if he wanted to) compared to players who jump straight to College hockey.

 

[Kalv]

Agh, yes. Thanks!


Megna seems to have great frame, hopefully he can put it in good use at the pro level. Is he a good skater?

 

[agent082]

I read good things about Megna, but still surprised it's 3 year deal here and 2 for Manson. Probably not a big deal about that though.

I just hope someone will be able to move the puck in Norfolk next year

Don't worry. They have Vatanen.

 

[The Midnight Burrito]

Don't let Megna's size fool you, he's not particularly physical and not the least bit mean. He's a standout skater at the college level though. I'd like to see him skate alongside pros, but he's very smooth and agile among his peers.

He was the go - to power play qb for unl.

 

[snarktacular]

According to capgeek this contract also doesn't start until next year. But then he's a Ducks draftee so this isn't as surprising as a college UFA.

 

[mightyquack]

Don't let Megna's size fool you, he's not particularly physical and not the least bit mean. He's a standout skater at the college level though. I'd like to see him skate alongside pros, but he's very smooth and agile among his peers.

He was the go - to power play qb for unl.

How does a PP QB have such poor stats?

 

[The Midnight Burrito]

How does a PP QB have such poor stats?

I didn't see enough of unl's overall game to give you a confident answer on that. Megna doesn't have an overpowering shot or anything, but he has good mobility, vision and hands.

 

[McDonald19]

What's the story on Megna? Where is he playing hockey this season?

 

[Exit Dose]

Norfolk, he's injured.

 

[McDonald19]

Norfolk, he's injured.

Thanks

 

[Dr Johnny Fever]

Norfolk, he's injured.

So what kind of contract is he on to be playing at Norfolk but without an ELC? Can a drafted player sign a standard minor league deal without signing an ELC but still have his rights retained by the drafting team? Or did we never draft him and he is already a UFA?

 

[Force951]

So what kind of contract is he on to be playing at Norfolk but without an ELC? Can a drafted player sign a standard minor league deal without signing an ELC but still have his rights retained by the drafting team? Or did we never draft him and he is already a UFA?

He signed his ELC already, but no a team would have to release all rights to a player before they could sign a minor league deal in the AHL.

 

[Dr Johnny Fever]

He signed his ELC already, but no a team would have to release all rights to a player before they could sign a minor league deal in the AHL.

Damn, why didn't somebody tell me this was an old thread?

 

[TheJoeMan]

EDIT: nevermind

 

[Paul4587]

I've never seen Megna play or really heard anything about him - what does he project to be if he reaches his potential?

 

[Ducks in a row]

15:42 of ice time with 2:48 of it being shorthanded time and no power play time in tonights game. Can anyone comment on his play?

 

[Ducks DVM]

Decent at stopping the puck and puck carrier, not very good at not just clearing it to Calgary players or turning it over instead of hitting one of our guys.

 

[AngelDuck]

Decent option for a #8-9 defenseman on the depth chart. Not completely worthless but not good either

 

[McDonald19]

Doesn't really play like he is 6'6... 6'1 maybe.