Prospect Info: Brett McKenzie (Center) (7th round, 194th Overall)

[Lindgren]

It's his final year of regular eligibility. Yes, he could stay for his overage year ... but if that happens it's not really a great sign.

Thanks for clarifying. My earlier comment stands then; the expectations for him are higher than they would be if he weren't nearing the end of his junior career.

 

[F A N]

It's his final year of regular eligibility. Yes, he could stay for his overage year ... but if that happens it's not really a great sign.

I see. Never heard of the term "regular eligibility" in regards to CHL eligibility before. Learn something every day.

Ideally, McKenzie would earn a contract and be ready to play in the AHL. But whether or not he returns to the CHL is the Canucks' decision isn't it? And there could be a number of reasons for sending him back besides his ability to play in the AHL.

My earlier comment stands then; the expectations for him are higher than they would be if he weren't nearing the end of his junior career.

Well expectations are naturally higher as you become more of an elder statesman on your team.

 

[Askel]

I see. Never heard of the term "regular eligibility" in regards to CHL eligibility before. Learn something every day.

Ideally, McKenzie would earn a contract and be ready to play in the AHL. But whether or not he returns to the CHL is the Canucks' decision isn't it? And there could be a number of reasons for sending him back besides his ability to play in the AHL.



Well expectations are naturally higher as you become more of an elder statesman on your team.

If McKenzie isnt ready for the AHL next year, he probably wont make the NHL. Players who play their overage year almost never make it to the big league.

Lets hope Brett can keep this up.

 

[Catamarca Livin]

If McKenzie isnt ready for the AHL next year, he probably wont make the NHL. Players who play their overage year almost never make it to the big league.

Lets hope Brett can keep this up.

Good point as long as he keeps improving Ahl looks like a very good chance. Goal a game unlikely to last but seems to be their best player of an ok team.

 

[F A N]

If McKenzie isnt ready for the AHL next year, he probably wont make the NHL.

My point is that he could be ready but still be sent down for reasons beyond AHL readiness.

Players who play their overage year almost never make it to the big league.

That's true. The Darren Archibalds and Dane Foxes didn't make it. McKenzie does have a good sized frame so I expect him to be in the AHL next season if he keeps scoring like this. Plus he's a centre prospect, which we lack.

 

[F A N]

11 goals 19 points in 14 games now.

 

[Red]

He's also been named to the OHL team for the Canada/Russia series.

http://chlcanadarussia.ca/article/team-ohl-roster-announced-for-2016-cibc-canada-russia-series

 

[DadBod]

Looks great for a late round pick. Even if he doesn't pan out which the statistics would suggest, it's nice to see a draft pick perform.

 

[Kryten]

Best 7th round pick since Jason King

 

[ihaveyuidonttouchme]

my highlight collection so far

most interesting 7th rounder so far since prob Henrik Tommernes

 

[Black Noise]

Best 7th round pick since MacKenze Stewart

 

[Intoewsables]

Best 7th round pick since MacKenze Stewart

I'm going to wait until I see practice footage of Brett McKenzie before I get too excited.

 

[DadBod]

At least he can grow a beard which is a good sign. Obviously having a beard doesn't make you a better hockey player (so don't take my comments out of context). But it certainly shows more testosterone which is a change from our current passive, weak, baby faced team we've been icing for the last 5 years.

 

[ihaveyuidonttouchme]

I'm going to wait until I see practice footage of Brett McKenzie before I get too excited.

practice?! i literally have to fly over there to make a vid of that

 

[me2]

At least he can grow a beard which is a good sign. Obviously having a beard doesn't make you a better hockey player (so don't take my comments out of context). But it certainly shows more testosterone which is a change from our current passive, weak, baby faced team we've been icing for the last 5 years.

It's also useful for intimidating any 16 and 17 yo's you are getting your points against with their feeble teenage moustaches.

 

[DadBod]

It's also useful for intimidating any 16 and 17 yo's you are getting your points against with their feeble teenage moustaches.

Maybe it is, like I stated it doesn't make you a better hockey player. Just an observation.

 

[Addison Rae]

At least he can grow a beard which is a good sign. Obviously having a beard doesn't make you a better hockey player (so don't take my comments out of context). But it certainly shows more testosterone which is a change from our current passive, weak, baby faced team we've been icing for the last 5 years.

The funniest part of this post is the poster is actually serious..

 

[DadBod]

The funniest part of this post is the poster is actually serious..

What did I post that was wrong?

Statements I made:

- He can grow a beard
- That doesn't make you better at hockey
- Beards typically show more testosterone
- Our current team has a lot of baby faced players, who are weak and push overs.


Yes I'm serious....where did I go wrong?

 

[M2Beezy]

Anyways guys Mckenzie looks pretty good for a 7th rounder. Cant get too excited yet but someone to keep an eye on imho

 

[Kryten]

What did I post that was wrong?

Statements I made:

- He can grow a beard
- That doesn't make you better at hockey
- Beards typically show more testosterone
- Our current team has a lot of baby faced players, who are weak and push overs.


Yes I'm serious....where did I go wrong?

Genetics and nationalties play a larger role in beard growth than testosterone. Also usually wealthy hockey families are more likely to be less physical occupations if not involved professionally in sports. Blonde trophy wives also dont tend to add much muscle or beards for offspring.

 

[DadBod]

Okay man

 

[PG Canuck]

What the hell did I just read. Is this real life?

 

[PG Canuck]

my highlight collection so far

most interesting 7th rounder so far since prob Henrik Tommernes

Speaking of Henrik Tommernes, he's doing decently well over in Sweden these days.

 

[Nucker101]

LOL

Im dying, this is similar to that time in the JV thread when people were going back and fourth about his diet/weight effecting his hockey sense.

 

[Kryten]

LOL

Im dying, this is similar to that time in the JV thread when people were going back and fourth about his diet/weight effecting his hockey sense.

Broccoli helps us play