GDT: NHL 22 Entry Draft (July 7th - 8th | 7:00 PM ET)

[Holtbyisms]

Really excited about both our picks so far. Great job Mahoney and team. Looking at the vitek trade with Chesley as the pick makes it even better than I already thought it was.

 

[pman25]

Moving really quickly here, Hutson and Russians still available.

 

[usiel]

Damnit.

 

[BiPolar Caps]

This draft is rejuvenating my excitement and optimism in this team.

 

[Marshall]

This pace is excellent - take note, GMs.

 

[usiel]

Trikozov to the Canes though they took a while to make that pick.

 

[pman25]

Trikozov to the Canes, of course, they always get value in the 2nd round.

 

[usiel]

Hutson just picked.

 

[blindsideheadshot]

Crazy fast day two, seems like 70 will be up in no time.

 

[usiel]

Crazy fast day two, seems like 70 will be up in no time.

Definitely love the pace.

 

[Holtbyisms]

Dang some good guys going late 2nd was hoping a couple would squeek out to the top of the 3rd for our pick.

 

[usiel]

End of round 2. Caps pick 5th in the 3rd here.

 

[RandyHolt]

Feels like it’s been a long long time since we’ve had a promising prospect like Chesley to follow in the NCAA. Gonna try and watch some games over the season

Joe Finley shout out.

 

[usiel]

Alexander Suzdalev

 

[blindsideheadshot]

Alex Suzdalev,.. never heard of this one.

 

[The Instigator]

Not exactly who I would have selected but I'll defer to the pros on this one haha.

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

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[blindsideheadshot]

And Perevalov goes right after to CAR, well damn.

Edit: I will say that Mahoney has been pretty dialed in so far, so I will reserve judgment, but it had sounded like Perevalov could go much higher than the 3rd.

 

[Holtbyisms]

Mahoney must be reading the forums here third great pick in a row!

 

[usiel]

A Russian born, but Swedish raised and developed winger, Suzdalev is a bit of a polarizing player available this year. Without question, he is one of the most creative and “fun” players available this year. He’s pulled off “the Michigan” this season and the things he can do with the puck are fascinating. Just when you think you have him pinned down, he can stickhandle, and problem solve his way out of trouble. He also happens to have good size and linear quickness.

6'2 LW

 

[Langway]

He reminds me of Burakovsky sorta. Probably would have gone with Brennan there.

 

[Marshall]

Suzdalev (a.k.a. Sudzy): RLR #81
One-liner: 1st rd size/skills, but what is happening in his brain?
Projection: Wildly talented enigma. @nd line scorer or bust.
Style compares to: Joel Armia
Tin Men Trophy (For those that lack heart): #1 - Fantastic skater with size, hands, and puck skills, but seemingly no toolbox to translate it into hockey production.
Yvan "Roadrunner" Cournoyer Trophy (Best puer skaters): #9 - Shows off his explosive speed as he circles endlessly around the permimetre, never getting involved in the action.

So, RLR clearly loves him.

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

6'2 LW

Good frame and sick hands……sign me up.

 

[The Instigator]

He reminds me of Burakovsky sorta. Probably would have gone with Brennan there.

We think alike. Would have loved to see them snatch a goalie there. I'm surprised he's been passed over in favour of other and thought we might sneak him.

 

[pman25]

Sounds like a skilled player, another W