Prospect Info: Isles Prospect Talk 2018-19

[scott99]

Anyone think Dobson gets 9 games?

I wouldn't be surprised. He's a very mature kid already, and is an excellent skater, who makes smart defensive plays. That being said, he'd have to have a remarkable camp to beat out Toews and Aho.

 

[doublechili]

I wouldn't be surprised. He's a very mature kid already, and is an excellent skater, who makes smart defensive plays. That being said, he'd have to have a remarkable camp to beat out Toews and Aho.

Plus Rathgeb may be ahead of him as a RH D who is 4 years older and has played with men.

 

[Jester9881]

WJC Summer Showcase prelims start tonight. Sweden Vs USA Blue, not televised anywhere though. I think once the games start, NHL Network is carrying them though.

 

[SI90]

WJC Summer Showcase prelims start tonight. Sweden Vs USA Blue, not televised anywhere though. I think once the games start, NHL Network is carrying them though.

Logan Cockerill was playing for Team USA blue squad

 

[Lights911]

Wahlstrom and Ben Mirageas playing against Finland at 10

 

[SI90]

Mirageas on the 2nd PP unit.

 

[CodeE]

I wouldn't be surprised. He's a very mature kid already, and is an excellent skater, who makes smart defensive plays. That being said, he'd have to have a remarkable camp to beat out Toews and Aho.

I'd be shocked if Dobson gets 9 games. We're too saturated with defensemen: Leddy, Boychuk, Hickey, Pulock, Pelech, Mayfield as NHL players with guys like Rathgeb, Toews, MVS, Wotherspoon, Quenneville badly wanting to make the jump to the NHL.

 

[doublechili]

Mirageas on the 2nd PP unit.

Mirageas may be one of our more underrated prospects. And if by chance we end up with Hughes, he's obviously got a history with Wahlstrom.

 

[scott99]

Mirageas may be one of our more underrated prospects. And if by chance we end up with Hughes, he's obviously got a history with Wahlstrom.

Mirageas has great wheels, so even if he winds up being JUST a shutdown defenseman, he can get the puck out of the defensive zone fast. Anyone know the results of the game between USA and Finland ? Was Salo on Finland's team ? Did Wahlstrom do any damage ?

I noticed it was the Farabee-Hughs-Wahlstrom line being mentioned. They'd be crazy to break up that line come December at the WJC.

 

[boredmale]

Mirageas may be one of our more underrated prospects. And if by chance we end up with Hughes, he's obviously got a history with Wahlstrom.

Mirageas stats actually look decent(especially if you compare them to Quinn Hughes), my only fear watching youtube clips of him is his shot seems weak



That shot looks like it may work in College but that is not an NHL level shot. All that beign said I do think Mirageas has jumped a few guys on our top prospect list.

 

[scott99]

Mirageas stats actually look decent(especially if you compare them to Quinn Hughes), my only fear watching youtube clips of him is his shot seems weak



That shot looks like it may work in College but that is not an NHL level shot. All that beign said I do think Mirageas has jumped a few guys on our top prospect list.

You're right, he had an excellent freshman season.

 

[DarkHorse2]

Mirageas' shot looks like he's not even trying. But he obviously has good accuracy. Likely something that could be worked on, but if he shoots well, it's not as important that he shoots hard.

 

[doublechili]

Mirageas' shot looks like he's not even trying. But he obviously has good accuracy. Likely something that could be worked on, but if he shoots well, it's not as important that he shoots hard.

Yeah. Most point shot goals are screens, so in a way it's almost more important to get a shot through the block and on net than it is to have a cannon of a shot. Although, I'll take Pulock's shot since we have it.

 

[YearlyLottery]

I wouldn't be surprised. He's a very mature kid already, and is an excellent skater, who makes smart defensive plays. That being said, he'd have to have a remarkable camp to beat out Toews and Aho.

Really? Dobson is awfully skinny I'm worried about how he would be playing against men.

 

[Mavericknyc1980]

Mirageas stats actually look decent(especially if you compare them to Quinn Hughes), my only fear watching youtube clips of him is his shot seems weak



That shot looks like it may work in College but that is not an NHL level shot. All that beign said I do think Mirageas has jumped a few guys on our top prospect list.

Sleeper, might not be a hard shot but it sure is quick

 

[seafoam]

Mirageas’ shot is fine.

It’s quicker than Hickey’s is and gets through traffic better than Hamonic’s did.

 

[Chapin Landvogt]

I wouldn't be surprised. He's a very mature kid already, and is an excellent skater, who makes smart defensive plays. That being said, he'd have to have a remarkable camp to beat out Toews and Aho.

And he'd have to be signed to his ELC.

The 9 game trial would simply be about avoiding burning off the first year of the ELC.

 

[Islanders4Cups]

Wahlstrom goes to college, Dobson to Isles camp

Dobson will be in camp.
Wahlstrom to BC.

 

[PWJunior]

July 31, 2018 - United States White U20 vs. Canada Red U20 (World Junior Summer Showcase Exhibition Game)

Dobson getting praise.

 

[SI90]

If this doesn’t make you excited I don’t know what will.


“ CAN #2 LD Noah Dobson (NYI, 12, 18) - Playing on his off-side, he easily looked like Canada Red's best defender tonight, as he was a force on both sides of the puck. A really great skater with a long lengthy powerful stride who can take off quickly and didn't hesitate to join the rush. Looked like a fourth forward on some shifts and picked his spots really nicely. Great puck protection ability along the wall and in the corners made him a useful addition to the cycle. Showed off a great shot from the point but can also lead the play with his passes too. Defensive game was nothing to sneeze at, as he was a menacing presence in the corners and won most of his one-on-one battles. Got caught reaching on Jack Hughes more than once. Other than that, he was physical and decently reliable in his own zone. Fairly dependable in a first pairing role and versatile enough to be used in all situations.“

 

[Islesfan22]

If this doesn’t make you excited I don’t know what will.


“ CAN #2 LD Noah Dobson (NYI, 12, 18) - Playing on his off-side, he easily looked like Canada Red's best defender tonight, as he was a force on both sides of the puck. A really great skater with a long lengthy powerful stride who can take off quickly and didn't hesitate to join the rush. Looked like a fourth forward on some shifts and picked his spots really nicely. Great puck protection ability along the wall and in the corners made him a useful addition to the cycle. Showed off a great shot from the point but can also lead the play with his passes too. Defensive game was nothing to sneeze at, as he was a menacing presence in the corners and won most of his one-on-one battles. Got caught reaching on Jack Hughes more than once. Other than that, he was physical and decently reliable in his own zone. Fairly dependable in a first pairing role and versatile enough to be used in all situations.“

Hopefully they finally got there Kenny Jonson. A defenseman who is a great skater but excels playing both ways.

 

[PWJunior]

If this doesn’t make you excited I don’t know what will.


“ CAN #2 LD Noah Dobson (NYI, 12, 18) - Playing on his off-side, he easily looked like Canada Red's best defender tonight, as he was a force on both sides of the puck. A really great skater with a long lengthy powerful stride who can take off quickly and didn't hesitate to join the rush. Looked like a fourth forward on some shifts and picked his spots really nicely. Great puck protection ability along the wall and in the corners made him a useful addition to the cycle. Showed off a great shot from the point but can also lead the play with his passes too. Defensive game was nothing to sneeze at, as he was a menacing presence in the corners and won most of his one-on-one battles. Got caught reaching on Jack Hughes more than once. Other than that, he was physical and decently reliable in his own zone. Fairly dependable in a first pairing role and versatile enough to be used in all situations.“

I found out that Dobson played LD for his entire first season at ABT. He switched over to RD this past season. It's in one of his combine videos. That makes me feel even better about getting him, not surprising considering he's so intelligent. Reminds me of a bit of CdH in that regard.

He's going to be the #1RD for Team Canada, it's his spot to lose. Seems like he's carrying the puck well so he's not afraid to be the puck dominant d-man for the top pairing. He's going up against Hughes brothers, holding his own. It's going to be a fun year to watch the WJC.

 

[SI90]

I found out that Dobson played LD for his entire first season at ABT. He switched over to RD this past season. It's in one of his combine videos. That makes me feel even better about getting him, not surprising considering he's so intelligent. Reminds me of a bit of CdH in that regard.

He's going to be the #1RD for Team Canada, it's his spot to lose. Seems like he's carrying the puck well so he's not afraid to be the puck dominant d-man for the top pairing. He's going up against Hughes brothers, holding his own. It's going to be a fun year to watch the WJC.

Shows is versatility and high IQ. Love it.

 

[leeroggy]

Mirageas stats actually look decent(especially if you compare them to Quinn Hughes), my only fear watching youtube clips of him is his shot seems weak



That shot looks like it may work in College but that is not an NHL level shot. All that beign said I do think Mirageas has jumped a few guys on our top prospect list.

I have no idea what you are worried about after watching that video. Potvin rarely used a slap shot from the point either. It looked fine to me.

 

[Islesfan22]

I have no idea what you are worried about after watching that video. Potvin rarely used a slap shot from the point either. It looked fine to me.

After watching Pulock shoot some people get spoiled. Not everyone has a 100 mph rocket. Having a quick accurate shot is just as effective.