LD Pavel Mintyukov (2022, 10th, ANA)

[funky]

He won’t fall far enough for the Kings to grab him unless they can move up. He is the exact type of prospect we need. Viewed of Sergachev.

 

[Caser]

 

[BKarchitect]

I think it's between him and Korchinski for third defender taken. I like Mateychuk too but I'm not sure his skills pop as much at the next level as Minty or KK.

I could see either or both (Minty and KK) sneaking into the top 10 - depending on what position teams are targeting.

 

[Stewie Griffin]

I think it's between him and Korchinski for third defender taken. I like Mateychuk too but I'm not sure his skills pop as much at the next level as Minty or KK.

I could see either or both (Minty and KK) sneaking into the top 10 - depending on what position teams are targeting.

I think both are gone in that 10-15 range. I don't see anyone drafting a LHD in the top-9 picks but any one of Anaheim, San Jose, Columbus, and those next few spots will grab them.

 

[Goldenhands]

That kid is a HUGE upside player. Has all the tools to become a top pairing defenseman and a future PP quarterback. I have him 5th OV on my list.

 

[majormajor]

That kid is a HUGE upside player. Has all the tools to become a top pairing defenseman and a future PP quarterback. I have him 5th OV on my list.

That's exactly where I have Mintyukov too. 5th.

His team uses him as a rover and I think he gets an unfair rep for his defense because of that, but he's technically very capable at D. He's physically strong, and has no mechanical weaknesses, his skating is flawless in every direction. Very different from Korchinski who can't play D even if he tries.

 

[Goldenhands]

That's exactly where I have Mintyukov too. 5th.

His team uses him as a rover and I think he gets an unfair rep for his defense because of that, but he's technically very capable at D. He's physically strong, and has no mechanical weaknesses, his skating is flawless in every direction. Very different from Korchinski who can't play D even if he tries.

Thats my view as well, IQ pretty underrated, kid's progression was phenomenal and it will only trend up. He and Kasper are 2 big time risers.

 

[Hale The Villain]

He won't be able to play his rover style at the NHL level but he should be able to be molded into a top 4 offensive D with his dynamic skillset and tools.

Development curve seems pretty steep too, going from 3 points in 33 games in the MHL to about a PPG in the OHL in a year.

 

[bcspragu]

He won't be able to play his rover style at the NHL level but he should be able to be molded into a top 4 offensive D with his dynamic skillset and tools.

Development curve seems pretty steep too, going from 3 points in 33 games in the MHL to about a PPG in the OHL in a year.

Saginaw was really bad this year and dealt with a ton of injuries. I think next season hes going to put up some insane numbers with some of the additions saginaw has made up front ie Micheal Misa

 

[Hale The Villain]

Saginaw was really bad this year and dealt with a ton of injuries. I think next season hes going to put up some insane numbers with some of the additions saginaw has made up front ie Micheal Misa

He led his team in scoring from the D, which is very rare.

Don't think that will happen next year but his numbers should increase as his passing options improve.

 

[DFAC]

Hope he's still there when the Canucks pick at 15

 

[Raccoon Jesus]

Hadn't looked much into this dude until I saw a mock where the Kings took him, was shocked that such a player may be available and not surprised at all to see people have him much, much higher

I guess a guy can pray to the hockey gods.

 

[Stewie Griffin]

I'm torn between him and Korchinski. Everyone seems to have different views on the two, and which they would prefer.

 

[kinghock]

Hadn't looked much into this dude until I saw a mock where the Kings took him, was shocked that such a player may be available and not surprised at all to see people have him much, much higher

I guess a guy can pray to the hockey gods.

I think if Kings really want him, they need to trade up for him.

I believe he will go10-12 in this draft

 

[GermanSpitfire]

I think if Kings really want him, they need to trade up for him.

I believe he will go10-12 in this draft

This draft is so wide open after around 5 or 6. There are legitimately so many players that can go from 6 to around 20 and it wouldn't be surprising.
I feel like I see "I think he'll go top 10" in so many threads of the guys that are poised to go within that 20. It's indicative of a deep draft.

 

[Zegs2sendhelp]

Hadn't looked much into this dude until I saw a mock where the Kings took him, was shocked that such a player may be available and not surprised at all to see people have him much, much higher

I guess a guy can pray to the hockey gods.

If ducks go dmen at 10, he is the guy I’m hoping for

I think if Kings really want him, they need to trade up for him.

I believe he will go10-12 in this draft

Yep I think the ducks will go him if certain forwards are off the board

 

[LastWordArmy]

Russian Defenceman Pavel Mintyukov was drafted in the 1st round, 52nd overall by the Saginaw Spirit in the 2020 CHL Import Draft. Due to Covid, the 2020-21 season was wiped out, and Mintyukov missed a year of hockey. However, it has not seemed to hurt the Moscow-native as he had an outstanding season this year. Mintyukov put up 17 goals and 45 assists for 62 points in 67 games. His numbers are even more impressive when you consider the fact that the Spirit were the second-worst team in the league this year. He also played in the CHL Top Prospects Game.

Pavel Mintyukov Scouting Report: 2022 NHL Draft #13

Pavel Mintyukov Scouting Report: The Moskva native had an outstanding season with the Saginaw Spirit, putting up 62 points in 67 games.

lastwordonsports.com

 

[kcunac]

Combine had him at 6 foot 1.5, which is going to help with Mateychuk coming in at only 5 foot 10.5.

 

[Sergei Shirokov]

Gunna be fascinating to see where he goes. Huge boom/bust, remarkable skater & capable in all areas. Has some of that Makar element in how he can push the pace.

Needs to find a balance with his risk taking, but great players can generally adjust & he's a great player.

Could be anything from a play driving top pair D to playing <50 games imo.

 

[Kingpin794]

Gunna be fascinating to see where he goes. Huge boom/bust, remarkable skater & capable in all areas. Has some of that Makar element in how he can push the pace.

Needs to find a balance with his risk taking, but great players can generally adjust & he's a great player.

Could be anything from a play driving top pair D to playing <50 games imo.

The risk taking aspect gets overblown IMO. Lazary’s style is totally fine with guys making mistakes. When you’re attacking you don’t have a LW, C, RW, LD, RD, you have 5 skaters. They’re weren’t a lot of strong scoring options this year so Mintyukov was given the green light to make stuff happen. Saginaw is going to be much better this season and he won’t be asked to take as many chances. It’s not really going to be him adjusting so much as his role is going to change.

 

[Jabba11]

This kid would be nice to Ottawa at 7th overall

 

[GermanSpitfire]

This kid would be nice to Ottawa at 7th overall

Doubt it.

Ottawa has Chabot and Sanderson on LD.

 

[majormajor]

Gunna be fascinating to see where he goes. Huge boom/bust, remarkable skater & capable in all areas. Has some of that Makar element in how he can push the pace.

Needs to find a balance with his risk taking, but great players can generally adjust & he's a great player.

Could be anything from a play driving top pair D to playing <50 games imo.

I really don't see bust risk here. Mintyukov should be capable of playing a variety of roles, depending on what he's coached to do.

 

[lafellaesobar]

Saginaw Product AND played LD? I think the isles will end up taking mintyukov. A very good offensive defenseman goes a long way in todays NHL

 

[BKarchitect]

Saginaw Product AND played LD? I think the isles will end up taking mintyukov. A very good offensive defenseman goes a long way in todays NHL

I honestly don’t think he makes it to #13 at this point. Especially when right in front your have the Blue Jackets with their second first round at #12.

But a Sergachev/Gonchar-esque defensive prospect would definitely add a new dimension to the Isles system.