LD Jérémie Poirier - Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL (2020, 72nd, CGY)

[Andy Lehoux]

I never seen a 16-years-old D dominate as much the QMJHL as Poirier did last night against Halifax. He was easily the best player on the ice every shift. His confidence is incredible and he is very skill offensively.

He was selected 8th at the last QMJHL draft. He's currently 6'0 and he weights 192 pounds (from September 2018). He was born in June 2002.

EP profile --> Jérémie Poirier at eliteprospects.com

I don't want to overreact because it's just 1 game, but if he continues to play like this, he might as well challenge for a top 15 spot at the 2020 draft. He still need to improve some aspect in his game, but he has a great potential. A name to keep in mind.

[Edit] Here's a scouting report on Poirier if anyone is interested.

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[Seb]

I know Poirier is a prevalent last name in Qc, but is he related to Emile in some ways?

 

[Andy Lehoux]

I know Poirier is a prevalent last name in Qc, but is he related to Emile in some ways?

From what I know he is not.

 

[cg98]

I never seen a 16-years-old D dominate as much the QMJHL as Poirier did last night against Halifax. He was easily the best player on the ice every shift. His confidence is incredible and he is very skill offensively.

He was selected 8th at the last QMJHL draft. He's currently 6'0 and he weights 192 pounds (from September 2018). He was born in June 2002.

EP profile --> Jérémie Poirier at eliteprospects.com

I don't want to overreact, but if he continues to play like this, he might as well challenge Alex Lafrènière (and Byfield, Holtz, etc..) for the 2020 #1 spot. A name to keep in mind.

No way he challenges them for #1, not now anyways. Kid just started his junior career, lets wait and see first.

 

[Andy Lehoux]

No way he challenges them for #1, not now anyways. Kid just started his junior career, lets wait and see first.

That's why I said "I don't want to overreact, but if he continues to play like this, he might as well challenge..." He played such a good game. He looked like a 18-years-old Thomas Chabot in his first QMJHL game. Still, it's 1 game and I will wait to see him more before putting him in the same tier as Lafrènière, Byfield and Holtz.

 

[BondraTime]

That's why I said "I don't want to overreact, but if he continues to play like this, he might as well challenge..." He played such a good game. He looked like a 18-years-old Thomas Chabot in his first QMJHL game. Still, it's 1 game and I will wait to see him more before putting him in the same tier as Lafrènière, Byfield and Holtz.

He never looked anything like Chabot as an 18 year old last night.

 

[landy92mack29]

Yeah I watched last night and he was very impressive for his age but has a long ways to go to be in the top 5 discussion. Has tremendous skating and plays very confidently but has to learn how to pick his spots better as well as his shot which should come in time. He definitely looks promising though and I'm not sure how he fell to 8th.

 

[Andy Lehoux]

He never looked anything like Chabot as an 18 year old last night.

Well that's just my opinion. He looked confident and he was creating plays after plays.

 

[IHaveNoCreativity]

He’s a great skater, the prototype offensive defenceman but the defensive side of his game needs improvement.

He’s got greats hands, a big shoot, good IQ, is always supporting the play or joining/leading the rush.

 

[Andy Lehoux]

Yeah I watched last night and he was very impressive for his age but has a long ways to go to be in the top 5 discussion. Has tremendous skating and plays very confidently but has to learn how to pick his spots better as well as his shot which should come in time. He definitely looks promising though and I'm not sure how he fell to 8th.

Totally agree ! It's only game and he still need to improve some aspect in his game, but he has a great potential.

 

[Thebesthockey]

I never seen a 16-years-old D dominate as much the QMJHL as Poirier did last night against Halifax. He was easily the best player on the ice every shift. His confidence is incredible and he is very skill offensively.

He was selected 8th at the last QMJHL draft. He's currently 6'0 and he weights 192 pounds (from September 2018). He was born in June 2002.

EP profile --> Jérémie Poirier at eliteprospects.com

I don't want to overreact because it's just 1 game, but if he continues to play like this, he might as well challenge Alex Lafrènière (and Byfield, Holtz, etc..) for the 2020 #1 spot. He still need to improve some aspect in his game, but he has a great potential. A name to keep in mind.

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[Andy Lehoux]

Here is a couple of example of Poirier's work tonight. He had a good game again and was still the best player on the ice.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

I'm going to echo what others have said. Very impressive player. Looks like a high pick for 2020. He definitely could learn to pick his spots better, but I think he's actually pretty good defensively.

 

[Scratchy]

I've seen very little of these young guys but Poirier seems aggressive, skates well, reads the play well, just needs to work on his shot and passing. A quite intriguing young player. Responsible but aggressive going forward. Hope he keeps improving.

 

[wings5]

I've seen very little of these young guys but Poirier seems aggressive, skates well, reads the play well, just needs to work on his shot and passing. A quite intriguing young player. Responsible but aggressive going forward. Hope he keeps improving.

Sounds a little concerning.

 

[Andy Lehoux]

Here's quick compilation of clips I've got on him. Poirier has an incredible potential. He got the skill, hockey IQ, vision, offensive instinct and release. Only thing he needs to work on is his top speed/acceleration, as he often gets beat by speedy forwards when defending rushes. Right now I would have him in the mid-1st for 2020.

 

[Daneurism]

Everyone should do themselves a favour and watch that first clip Andy posted. That's a SLICK move for Dman. Wow...

 

[Wintersun]

Poirier's hands and skills were probably the best I've seen from a Midget AAA defenseman ever. If he can keep working on his game away from the puck and improve his skating, he'll be a special player.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

I have a couple of favorite players to watch in every draft.

My early favorites in the 2020 draft are Poirier, Perreault, Foudy, Raymond and Askarov.

 

[DFC]

Planning to get to a Sea Dogs game soon. Can't wait to get a look at this kid.

 

[Andy Lehoux]

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

The lack of Poirier discussion for the top defensemen spots in the 2020 draft is surprising.

I don't think he's as good as Drysdale, but after that, I'm having trouble seeing why exactly Poirier does not deserve to be in the discussion after that among the best defensemen in the 2020 draft.

 

[scoutman1]

The lack of Poirier discussion for the top defensemen spots in the 2020 draft is surprising.

I don't think he's as good as Drysdale, but after that, I'm having trouble seeing why exactly Poirier does not deserve to be in the discussion after that among the best defensemen in the 2020 draft.

To me justion barron is the top defender for drsft then jamie drysdale...those two are on pedestal by themselved....next teir is guhle, poirier, o'rourke

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

To me justion barron is the top defender for drsft then jamie drysdale...those two are on pedestal by themselved....next teir is guhle, poirier, o'rourke

I would say that Poirier and Barron are a similar caliber. I don't think either is a surefire 1D prospect. Barron's defending is a little questionable, Poirier could improve his skating slightly. I have Drysdale as a tier higher. I think he could compete for 1OA. Outside of Dahlin, I think he's the next best D prospect in any recent draft.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

His ability to make fakes and dekes with the puck is incredible for a defensemen. Created a goal because of it here.