I had like a novel write up and then the page re-loaded so I’ll try and do it again
1. Marco Rossi: I think this kid is a future star. I think he’s a ppg, selke caliber center in 2 or 3 years. I think when you look to current NHLers and ask what type of impact he’ll have, it would be very similar to a Patrice Bergeron. That’s not a comparison in player, just the level/tier of player. Genuinely think he’s the steal of the draft. If he’s 2 inches taller he’s in the conversation with Byfield/Stutzle for everyone else. I had him on ove those 2 anyways.
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2.Kaprizov: I think he’s a 1st liner. Will score 30-40 goals and get probably 30 assists.
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3. Boldy: I like him and the tools a lot. I see a new-school power forwards that combines strength and size with unbelievable hands. I think he’s got 60-65 point potential, but I wouldn’t be suprise I’d his skating keeps him from getting to high-danger areas enough with the puck to reach that. 50s point player would be my floor for him.
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4. ROR: Was a big fan of him when I watched him this year. The compete-level is great but was so impressed by how well he got pucks out of his zone. He’s got a cannon of a shot too and I think if the forwards on his team were better his stats would’ve been a lot better. Big pick for me and a guy I had 13 on my board before the draft. I see Slavin-lite, 3D potential and a guy who can play in all situations and probably wear a letter.
5. Addison: Very-High end offensive toolkit. I think he’ll run a PP, but I have questions about his defensive game and overall decision making. Looked very good at the WJC. I see him as a PP specialist 4D similar to an Anthony Deangelo.
6. Beckman: This is a very raw projection and I haven’t seen him outside of highlights, but his shot looks great. I think he’ll play and I think he’ll be a 20 goal scorer.
7. Khusnutdinov: A possession king who can absolutely fly and drove play in all 3 zones at an elite level in the MHL this year. His draft-year production was very good when compared to previous Draftees from the MHL, though it’s a hard league to gauge from stats. He was noticeable at the Hlinka, but I would say he was noticeably better in the one game I watched on YouTube a few weeks back, which might be indicative of growth or sample size. Either way, if you want, you can find his games on YouTube.
8. Khovanov: has all the tools to be a top-6 center in the NHL but I question his dedication. He’s a player I think could stand to lean-down but it appears to me he’s actually gained a bit of body-fat this year. He likely added muscle too, but I worry about it. He’s also in his D+3 and can’t crack the KHL which can mean many things.
9. Firstov: I liked what I saw from him this year and his production was good. I think he’s a good bet to be an NHLer but I question if he has an elite quality that will allow him to differentiate himself as more than a bottom-sizer
10. Menell: Liked him when he played and his production has been intruiging. If it were up to be he’d be or 3RD now.
