Let’s talk about: Wyatt Johnston

[MBTendy]

The kid has been our best forward for the past few months.

That line of Benn/WJ/Stank have been outstanding.

 

[starsfan86]

Leads his draft class in goals and points thus far.

 

[oconnor9sean]

It's a double edged sword for Stars fans..

One on hand, I'm pumped that the team's forward group is as stacked as it is. It's a good problem to have so many skilled players, you never have to lean on one (scoring) line more than the other two (scoring lines)

But on the other, I wish he would have more PP opportunities and favorable top-line minutes because then his point production would match his talent and he'd be getting the recognition he deserves.

 

[MBTendy]

It's a double edged sword for Stars fans..

One on hand, I'm pumped that the team's forward group is as stacked as it is. It's a good problem to have so many skilled players, you never have to lean on one (scoring) line more than the other two (scoring lines)

But on the other, I wish he would have more PP opportunities and favorable top-line minutes because then his point production would match his talent and he'd be getting the recognition he deserves.

I’d imagine he’ll get top PP minutes next season, especially if Pavs takes on a lesser role.

Next year he can really break out and become our leading point getter.

 

[Our Lady Peace]

He is unbelievable. Probably the best kept secret in the entire NHL these days. He is tied with Hintz at 26 goals to lead the Stars, and he's not even primarily a goal scoring player which is the amazing part.

 

[Szechwan]

Love this kid. Makes me think of Giroux when I see him play, he got that dog in him

 

[kcunac]

Career progression is incredible (I say ‘is’ because he’s still getting better). He suffered from the Covid season in OHL, right? He just improves hugely each year.

 

[LeProspector]

Career progression is incredible (I say ‘is’ because he’s still getting better). He suffered from the Covid season in OHL, right? He just improves hugely each year.

If it wasn’t for the Covid year, he may have contended for first overall.

 

[ORRFForever]

The offensive talent on Dallas is off the charts. So good. So many amazing Canadian prospects - including W.J.

 

[KnuckChuckinTkachuk]

Johnston and Stankoven have been a blessing to the Stars offense, as they have multi tiers of age groups contributing to the offense. Great blend of size, speed and skill in their top 9.

Old vets: Seguin, Pavelski, Benn, Duchene
Young stars: Hintz, Robertson
Rookie/sophomore: Johnston, Stankoven

 

[Ratbath]

Yeah after that season I think anyone following prospects even remotely was kind of excited to see what kind of player Dallas got this late.

as someone who just stats watch prospects, I just saw 30 pts in D-1 and then suddenly 165 pts in 83 games (season + playoffs) - looked like incredible progression.

But at the time of the draft, he was going against guys who went to Europe, guys who had much better D-1 seasons (Bourgeault was over ppg already), etc. etc.

Most were wondering if the draft would look a little more random than usual, and I'm kind of surprised that Johnston is the only clear cut "steal" yet, and still was picked in the 1st round.

I don't know why you wouldn't have already had Stankoven as a steal with how he tore up juniors but i think at this point you can safely call them the two biggest steals of that draft

 

[HFpapi]

Here is the list of his "occupations" from Wikipedia

Wyatt Earp - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Lawman, buffalo hunter, saloon keeper, miner, brothel keeper, boxing referee

Also Wyatt Earp had quite the stash.

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Wyatt "The Brothel Keeper" Johnston has a nice ring to it.

 

[Johno]

…

But on the other, I wish he would have more PP opportunities and favorable top-line minutes because then his point production would match his talent and he'd be getting the recognition he deserves.

I’d rather get him signed long term before letting him break out

 

[ORRFForever]

Johnston and Stankoven have been a blessing to the Stars offense, as they have multi tiers of age groups contributing to the offense. Great blend of size, speed and skill in their top 9.

Old vets: Seguin, Pavelski, Benn, Duchene
Young stars: Hintz, Robertson
Rookie/sophomore: Johnston, Stankoven

Don't forget MAVRIK BOURQUE.

 

[Dr Pepper]

Just scored his 3rd shorthanded goal of the season.

 

[TheDawnOfANewTage]

Just scored his 3rd shorthanded goal of the season.

Made that look super easy, dude can motor and pick a spot.

 

[Ulysses31]

anyone have him high on their draft board?

 

[syz]

anyone have him high on their draft board?

Paul Coffey (iirc) pushed for the Oilers to take him. They ignored him and took Bourgault instead.

 

[MrHeiskanen]

Paul Coffey (iirc) pushed for the Oilers to take him. They ignored him and took Bourgault instead.

Ouch. Never want to pick a guy getting carried in juniors the Scott Glennie effect.

 

[Ulysses31]

holland Bourgaulted the pick

 

[H3ckt1k]

anyone have him high on their draft board?

Yep, I'd love him with the red wings pick this year.

 

[Dr Pepper]

Kid's just having fun out there. 5 points in his last game vs. the Sharks.

2+1 so far tonight

 

[ORRFForever]

Kid's just having fun out there. 5 points in his last game vs. the Sharks.

2+1 so far tonight

Nice!

 

[brakeyawself]

Is it to early to get excited about a future line of Robertson - WJ - Stankoven? My only question is, what is the league going to have to do to defend them..... I imagine that will happen at some point. Hints is going to be a ridiculous #2.

 

[My3Sons]

holland Bourgaulted the pick

That’s an old timey reference but a creative use of it so good work.