2016-17 Team: Charlottetown Islanders (#15)
Date of Birth: Jul. 1, 1999
Place of Birth: Chambly, QC
Ht: 6'2 Wt: 160 lbs
Shoots: Left
Position: D
Ranked #33 by Hockeyprospect.com
Ranked #34 by ISS Hockey
Ranked #50 by Future Considerations
Ranked #38 by McKeen's Hockey
Ranked #27 by NHL Central Scouting (NA Skaters)
Ranked #33 by TSN/McKenzie
http://thehockeywriters.com/pierre-olivier-joseph-2017-nhl-draft-prospect-profile/
https://oilersnation.com/2017/05/26/nation-network-prospect-profile-55-pierre-olivier-joseph/
http://lastwordonsports.com/2017/05/14/pierre-olivier-joseph-scouting-report-2017-nhl-draft-46/
�Intriguing prospect. Wears �A�. Big mobile defender, no fun to play against. Plays a two-way game, but looks like he will develop into more of a shutdown physical defensive defender at next level.� � ISS
Date of Birth: Jul. 1, 1999
Place of Birth: Chambly, QC
Ht: 6'2 Wt: 160 lbs
Shoots: Left
Position: D
Ranked #33 by Hockeyprospect.com
Ranked #34 by ISS Hockey
Ranked #50 by Future Considerations
Ranked #38 by McKeen's Hockey
Ranked #27 by NHL Central Scouting (NA Skaters)
Ranked #33 by TSN/McKenzie
It's hard to say where Joseph will be picked in the NHL. Projecting as a top-four shutdown defender with underlying offensive instinct, Joseph could see himself taken in the first round by a team looking for a project. It wouldn't be surprising to see Joseph taken in the late first-round or somewhere in the mid-second round, ranging from pick 20 to pick 50. While he probably won't make the NHL right away, Joseph has the ability to be a core piece on a team's blueline once he develops into a more well-rounded defender and gains some size. His increase in offense from year one to year two was noticeable, jumping from one goal and eight points in 48 games to six goals and 39 points in 62 games. With time to improve, Joseph could make a team very happy should he slide to them in the second round.
http://thehockeywriters.com/pierre-olivier-joseph-2017-nhl-draft-prospect-profile/
Basically all of this is to say that there is a reason why P.O. Joseph is in the conversation as a second round pick and the others from the QMJHL will likely have to wait much longer on day two to hear their names called. Joesph has a complete skill set that can be attractive to teams. If he isn't able to take that step as an offensive defenceman, he has the defensive chops and physical game to be a stay at home guy who can move the puck to the forwards.
https://oilersnation.com/2017/05/26/nation-network-prospect-profile-55-pierre-olivier-joseph/
Joseph projects to be a top four defenceman, if he can continue to refine his game. He must get stronger in battles, improve the power in his shot, and make further refinements to his game. He is a raw talent, but one who could make an impact if he is developed properly. Joseph's style is reminiscent of Ryan Suter of the Minnesota Wild. This is a stylistic comparison only though, and not a talent based one.
http://lastwordonsports.com/2017/05/14/pierre-olivier-joseph-scouting-report-2017-nhl-draft-46/
�Intriguing prospect. Wears �A�. Big mobile defender, no fun to play against. Plays a two-way game, but looks like he will develop into more of a shutdown physical defensive defender at next level.� � ISS
A qualitative jump in his all around play has hurtled him upward into the first round discussions. A player who always looked solid as an improving defender but who this season has gained scads of confidence in his ability to be a key component in the attack. Displays mobility and excellent hockey sense, and has that feel for where play is going before it does. Breaks up rushes and plays in his end with a good stick and strong recognition. A power play quarterback whose frame will allow him to get bigger and as he gets stronger, he will add more mustard to the heat he can bring from the point. His brother, Mathieu, was a Tampa Bay draft pick.
--Bill Placzek--
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