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In a mock draft, TSN has us picking Cam York at 17th
Who's the last ginger to play for the Penguins?
In a mock draft, TSN has us picking Cam York at 17th
What's the appeal of Ryan Johnson? I see him in the late teens / early 20s in mocks, and I've never seen him play and have a hard time pulling up scouting reports on him. Stats aren't impressive, especially by USHL standards.
What's the appeal of Ryan Johnson? I see him in the late teens / early 20s in mocks, and I've never seen him play and have a hard time pulling up scouting reports on him. Stats aren't impressive, especially by USHL standards.
Cole and Scott Wilson?Who's the last ginger to play for the Penguins?
Cole and Scott Wilson?
Perhaps. His beard looked reddish but so does mine.I forgot about Wilson.
I think Cole has light brown hair though, doesn't he?
If Podkolzin fell to 19 I’m not even sure I’d take him.
i'm hoping that we will have more (with trades) but where we are picking now i'm looking at one of heinola, bjornfot, brink, and seider. I could see seider going earlier just because he's a righty. and of course someone could fall.The Pens only have this one first round pick to nail since theyve traded so many picks...just try to pick up a difference maker regardless of position, whomever is most likely...we have so few difference-maker prospects already...
Is that the Swedish equivalent of BigFoot?i'm hoping that we will have more (with trades) but where we are picking now i'm looking at one of heinola, bjornfot, brink, and seider. I could see seider going earlier just because he's a righty. and of course someone could fall.
Björnfot translates to "bear foot". Speaking of names. Is it just me, or does this draft have a LOT of epic names?Is that the Swedish equivalent of BigFoot?
Seriously tho, BPA.
you find some great names on some Indians playing in jr.s. "wacy rabbit" was one of the best.Björnfot translates to "bear foot". Speaking of names. Is it just me, or does this draft have a LOT of epic names?
Lightweight mobile new age attacking defenseman with good upside due to his mobility, puck carrying skills and over all awareness. Excellent in transition with the outlet pass or carrying the mail. His high end footwork allows him to be aggressive defensively with the confidence in his lateral agility to get back in the mix. In the World Junior Challenge, he acted as a shadow who mirrored the movements of Podkolzin. Needs to get better in his diagnosis and reaction in his end so he isn’t running around so much, but his feet with eventually settle down and slow the game down. Very good at joining the rush down low, but is careful not to get caught. His long fast strides point to his upside. Almost looks as though he uses the boards to secure the time and space to suddenly explode out at top gear in a series of cuts to surprise and catch teams flat footed. There is lots of upside in this youngster who needs a bit more development and weight room work.What's the appeal of Ryan Johnson? I see him in the late teens / early 20s in mocks, and I've never seen him play and have a hard time pulling up scouting reports on him. Stats aren't impressive, especially by USHL standards.
The Pens only have this one first round pick to nail since theyve traded so many picks...just try to pick up a difference maker regardless of position, whomever is most likely...we have so few difference-maker prospects already...
Yes, there are some difference makers sprinkled in there, but there are also a fair number of outright busts. Most kind of fall into a more-or-less average NHL player level. It's hard to say that the Pens have to nail this pick, because the chances really aren't all that great.
I completely agree with the premise of your post but if they keep the pick, it's crucial to hit on their selection (imo have them become at least a positive contributor 4/5ishD or middle 6 forward).
They don't pick again until the 4th round, have a lack of young talent on the NHL roster, and only hold one top 60 selection next year. Can't afford to finally keep a high pick for the first time in years and then waste it.
DraftSite | 23rd | Cam York | D | USNTDP (USHL) | 5'11 | 170 | 18.3 yrs old | Committed to Boston College |
MyNHLdraft | 23rd | Bobby Brink | C | Sioux City (USHL) | 5'10 | 165 | 17.8 yrs old | Committed to Denver |
Fansided | 24th | Raphaël Lavoie | C | Halifax (QMJHL) | 6'4 | 192 | 18.6 yrs old | |
Sporting News | 19th | Ryan Suzuki | C | Barrie (OHL) | 6'0 | 172 | 17.9 yrs old | |
Craig Button TSN | 17th | Cam York | ||||||
BleacherReport | 23rd | Philip Tomasino | C | Niagara IceDogs (OHL) | 6'0 | 181 | 17.8 yrs old | |
Tankathon | 22nd | Matthew Robertson | D | Edmonton (WHL) | 6'3 | 196 | 18.1 yrs old |
Pretty close to BigFoot if you ask me.Björnfot translates to "bear foot". Speaking of names. Is it just me, or does this draft have a LOT of epic names?
From that list: I don't know much about any of them but if Lavoie keeps creeping up like someone said here he could be a good pick, big center, nice. I mean, if we're really going bigger/tougher...Mock Draft Pens Choices
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DraftSite 23rd Cam York D USNTDP (USHL) 5'11 170 18.3 yrs old Committed to Boston College MyNHLdraft 23rd Bobby Brink C Sioux City (USHL) 5'10 165 17.8 yrs old Committed to Denver Fansided 24th Raphaël Lavoie C Halifax (QMJHL) 6'4 192 18.6 yrs old Sporting News 19th Ryan Suzuki C Barrie (OHL) 6'0 172 17.9 yrs old Craig Button TSN 17th Cam York BleacherReport 23rd Philip Tomasino C Niagara IceDogs (OHL) 6'0 181 17.8 yrs old Tankathon 22nd Matthew Robertson D Edmonton (WHL) 6'3 196 18.1 yrs old