I will not vote, as I know I'd definitely give the Habs a low grade. I would do so not because I believe they drafted bad prospects, but because they went significantly opposite of what I had wanted.
I am happy Holloway was picked away from us because I believe he's a bust with low ceiling. However, I really wanted us to draft Reichel and/or Mercer and was heartbroken we did not get them and both were drafted subsequently at 17th and 18th. Reichel, in particular, has a high ceiling and very good game sense so it was clear he was going to hit the NHL someday. His ceiling is high because his high game sense, when combined with his good shot and undevelopped body, can lead to stardom. Mercer, on the other hand, if I recall, was further developped physically and has a good shot.
Either way, the reviews I have seen from Guhle are very mixed. This troubles me. However, taking into consideration that our draft over the last 2-3 years (excluding this one) seem very successful thus far despite many negative critics, I'm led to believe I can give it some time. I do not think we needed a D-man in the system over a great forward we've been coveting for 2 decades, however, if Guhle pans out, then great.
That being said, I am unsatisfied we traded our 98th pick instead of grabbing Savoie. I think he might be a home-run. I'm very satisfied with the Farrel, Mysak and high school kid picks however. Habs need a game changer and it is very rare 4th round picks hit the NHL and become impactful players. Thus, drafting for home-run with Smith and Biondie is fine.
Not convinced about the goaly however.. his stats look abysmal.
The draft this year seemed centered around long term. I thought they were looking to possibly open a window now for Price and Weber. It's becoming increasingly clear they are losing hope in the current core. However, it is ok to recycle a little bit.
I don't expect us to do too well in 2020-21 season, but we shouldn't be too bad either. Let us however hope that we will be able to earn a top 3 pick following the 2021-2022 season. There are 3 potential super stars there, and we have waited long enough....