OilTastic
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^i was kind of on the fence with this guy, but he's a 7th rounder so he's worth the gamble, and if he doesn't pan out, he's just a 7th rounder.
Next GM PMD. Very please with how my draft turned out. Thoughts?
Next GM PMD. Very please with how my draft turned out. Thoughts?
Next GM PMD. Very please with how my draft turned out. Thoughts?
Playing for the same program as his father Robert (HC Litvinov), Kristian made a four-game appearance with the U16 team back in 2011-12 when he was 14-years-old. He spent the entire 2012-13 season with HC Litvinov U16, then split 2013-14 between their U16 and U18 teams. He also represented the Czech National U16 squad, posting eight points in 13 games.
He spent most of last season with HC Litvinov’s U18 team, but saw a short-stint with the U20 team. Kristian wore the “A” for the Czech National U17 team, producing 19 points in 27 International games.
Kristian looks smaller than his 6’0 frame because he’s only 154lbs. Once he fills out, and puts on some extra weight, this crafty center will garner more attention from scouts. This is a prospect to watch over the next couple of years to see how he plays on the International stage at future World Juniors.
the picks suck because it's the Avs!
I can't really say much about them.
Give me a run down. Moar run downs.
I think it's a pretty good draft for the Avs. Johansen and Fitzgerald are very good prospects to add to a defensive unit that needs to be re-worked. Brown is a wildcard as far as his upside goes, but the Avs need to keep pace with the big strong teams in the West. I think Point is a reach in the third round, but never hurts to add a goalie to the prospect pool. I don't have Hagel or Bobyk in my top 225, but at that point in the draft it's all a hope and prayer anyways.
^ Impressive, what a crew of GMs. Count me in for another mock pre-draft if it happens. Would be happy to switch teams to keep things interesting.
I think we need to pick this legendary beast apart.
With the 198th overall selection the Philadelphia Flyers are proud to select, from Team Russia U18 of the MHL, Vladislav Sukhachyov!
1(18). Dante Fabbro, RD (Penticton, BCHL)
2(48). Will Bitten, C (Flint, OHL)
2(56). Janne Kuokkanen, C (Kärpät U20, Jr. A SM-liiga)
3(78). Vladimir Kuznetsov, RW (Acadie-Bathurst, QMJHL)
3(83). Otto Somppi, C (Halifax, QMJHL)
4(108). Brayden Burke, LW (Lethbridge, WHL)
5(138). Jake Ryczek, RD (Waterloo, USHL)
6(168). Cameron Askew, C (Moncton, QMJHL)
6(173). Tim Wahlgren, C (MODO J20, SuperElit)
7(198). Vladislav Sukhachyov, G (Team Russia U18, MHL)
If he was only 3 inches taller he'd have been the first goalie off the board. Fantastic athleticism, good compete. Great pick in the last round.
Another quality prospect from the US developmental system. Has size and physicality and is able to handle the puck effectively on both offensive and defense. Reads the ice well and is best when he keeps his game simple and doesn’t start overextending. Handles the puck well and looks like a good long term developemental defender.