Prospect Info: Bruins Prospects XXI- Stay on subject!

[bruinmann77]

I hope DS gets something done with Wissman. He looked really poised, is a smooth skater, got size, and seems to like to shoot.

I hope your right could use a defenseman especially with some of the d Men leaving. I also hope the sign that Fin need legit depth

 

[BlackFrancis]

Not quite sure I understand the delayed reaction Wissman love.

Dogman looked good at the Worlds.

 

[bruinmann77]

Yes they could use both guys especially being tight cap wise as well as lack
Of draft picks

 

[duffy]

Not quite sure I understand the delayed reaction Wissman love.

Dogman looked good at the Worlds.

Well most of us have not been able to see Wissman play until this tournament and he seems to be able to do things half our team D can't and at way less cost, so there's the love!

 

[BronxBruin]

A good write up on Locmelis after the WC: Prospects Notebook: 2023 World Championship Review

I watched Latvia's final two games and was really impressed by him. He did not look out of place at all against the NHLers on Canada and USA. It seemed like he earned the coach's trust as the tourney went on as he was on the ice late in games (including 3on3 OT). I'm looking forward to seeing how he performs at UMass.

 

[ODAAT]

Interesting kid, saw him only once this year, couple of times last, big body, not a bruiser but uses that big frame well. Max upside, 3rd liner but could be an intriguing kid to watch, has good hands for a big fella

Providence Bruins Sign Owen Pederson to Two-Year AHL Contract

Providence Bruins General Manager Evan Gold announced today, May 29, that the Providence Bruins have signed forward Owen Pederson to a two-year American Hockey League contract running through the 2024-25 season.

www.oursportscentral.com

 

[bruinmann77]

does he like to go to the front of the Net?

 

[DominicT]

Interesting kid, saw him only once this year, couple of times last, big body, not a bruiser but uses that big frame well. Max upside, 3rd liner but could be an intriguing kid to watch, has good hands for a big fella

Providence Bruins Sign Owen Pederson to Two-Year AHL Contract

Providence Bruins General Manager Evan Gold announced today, May 29, that the Providence Bruins have signed forward Owen Pederson to a two-year American Hockey League contract running through the 2024-25 season.

www.oursportscentral.com

That's 3rd liner in the AHL right?

I think there's a lot to work on before he gets an NHL contract.

 

[DominicT]

I will take this for starters:

Locmelis is a highly intelligent two-way forward with a strong hockey IQ. Despite his young age and participation in U20 hockey this season to maintain NCAA eligibility, he played a significant role in Latvia’s historic bronze medal win. While there were aspects of the game where he faced challenges, particularly in physicality and faceoffs, Locmelis showcased impressive defensive positioning and constant awareness of the ice to stay on top of the play. He played a simple game but didn’t panic when in possession of the puck, instead ensuring his team retained control. His skating appeared effortless, utilizing crossovers effectively to generate speed through the neutral zone. He demonstrated a preference for playing down low in the offensive zone and showed glimpses of his ability to challenge defensemen in one-on-one situations. Despite facing tougher opponents, it was evident that Locmelis possesses exceptional intelligence and a strong hockey IQ. NCAA hockey should provide an excellent developmental platform for him, allowing him to further improve his physicality with a less intense game schedule compared to professional leagues. Bruins fans should keep an eye on Locmelis, and if he can enhance the physical aspects of his game, he has the potential to make a direct transition from the NCAA to the NHL in the coming seasons.

PLAYER REPORT​

Skating 7
Shooting 6
Puckhandling 6
Playmaking 7
Offensive Awareness 7
Defensive Awareness 7
Compete 7

FC Hockey report following the World Championships. I think the puck handling skill at 6 is low. But that's just my opinion.

 

[DKH]

I will take this for starters:

Locmelis is a highly intelligent two-way forward with a strong hockey IQ. Despite his young age and participation in U20 hockey this season to maintain NCAA eligibility, he played a significant role in Latvia’s historic bronze medal win. While there were aspects of the game where he faced challenges, particularly in physicality and faceoffs, Locmelis showcased impressive defensive positioning and constant awareness of the ice to stay on top of the play. He played a simple game but didn’t panic when in possession of the puck, instead ensuring his team retained control. His skating appeared effortless, utilizing crossovers effectively to generate speed through the neutral zone. He demonstrated a preference for playing down low in the offensive zone and showed glimpses of his ability to challenge defensemen in one-on-one situations. Despite facing tougher opponents, it was evident that Locmelis possesses exceptional intelligence and a strong hockey IQ. NCAA hockey should provide an excellent developmental platform for him, allowing him to further improve his physicality with a less intense game schedule compared to professional leagues. Bruins fans should keep an eye on Locmelis, and if he can enhance the physical aspects of his game, he has the potential to make a direct transition from the NCAA to the NHL in the coming seasons.

PLAYER REPORT​

Skating 7
Shooting 6
Puckhandling 6
Playmaking 7
Offensive Awareness 7
Defensive Awareness 7
Compete 7

FC Hockey report following the World Championships. I think the puck handling skill at 6 is low. But that's just my opinion.

Way low

 

[DominicT]

Way low

I wouldn't say way low. I'd have it at 7

 

[DKH]

I wouldn't say way low. I'd have it at 7

I am looking forward to watching him live this season so many rinks so close

 

[DominicT]

I am looking forward to watching him live this season so many rinks so close

I've been watching him all season. Very impressed.

For those that don't know the ratings are based on the industry standard of 3 to 9 and not 1 to 10.

 

[DKH]

I've been watching him all season. Very impressed.

For those that don't know the ratings are based on the industry standard of 3 to 9 and not 1 to 10.

Okay didn’t know

Hoping he’s at DC

 

[cheg1349]

I've been watching him all season. Very impressed.

For those that don't know the ratings are based on the industry standard of 3 to 9 and not 1 to 10.

So would that make 6 average and 7 slightly above average?

 

[DominicT]

So would that make 6 average and 7 slightly above average?

Its breaks down more like, elite down to career AHL'er to no shot of playing pro hockey.

I think when you get down to 5 you are looking at NHL tweener so 7 would be in the very good NHL player. 9 is obviously top liner, 8 is a top 6, 7 is middle 6 skills and so on.

 

[cheg1349]

Its breaks down more like, elite down to career AHL'er to no shot of playing pro hockey.

I think when you get down to 5 you are looking at NHL tweener so 7 would be in the very good NHL player. 9 is obviously top liner, 8 is a top 6, 7 is middle 6 skills and so on.

Oh cool, thanks for the breakdown

 

[ODAAT]

That's 3rd liner in the AHL right?

I think there's a lot to work on before he gets an NHL contract.

sorry Dom, yes, at this time, kid needs to work on skating, project but who knows

 

[dugg133]

So are they really gonna let Manykivi’s rights expire?

 

[bruinmann77]

I am shocked especially when the need to add young prospects to the pipeline

 

[Saxon Eric]

So are they really gonna let Manykivi’s rights expire?

They (Boston) must be comfortable or confident with what's coming down the pike prospect wise

 

[Mainehockey33]

So are they really gonna let Manykivi’s rights expire?

He was a 0.5 ppg player in Finland. Probably KHL bound.

 

[shelbysdad]

They (Boston) must be comfortable or confident with what's coming down the pike prospect wise

or they see him as JAG, nothing special, redundant in the scheme of things

 

[bruinmann77]

Yes they really must feel they don’t need him and ok with their young prospects

 

[Saxon Eric]

Mantykivi will not be down for breakfast