NHL entry draft

[Soundgarden]

Quinn and Lundell are the two we get in NHL.com's latest mocks.

I'd be fine with either. I think we're in a great spot at 11.

 

[Scoresberg]

I think that if one of the top-8 doesn't fall into Wild's lap, they're gonna go with Lundell. They have zero depth organization-wise in that position and while you should never draft by need, Lundell isn't that far off at 9.

I could see Jets going for Sanderson as they could use defense and he's been a big riser all year. If they go forward I could see them going for their hometown boy, Jarvis.

The wild card in the top-10 this draft is Askarov, but I can't see anyone taking him there, too risky.

 

[King Weber]

People seem to think that Holtz is the likeliest one to fall out of the top 10.

 

[Armourboy]

I can't see anyone taking a goalie that high unless they just have absolutely nothing in the pipeline.

 

[GoldOnGold]

I can't see anyone taking a goalie that high unless they just have absolutely nothing in the pipeline.

Canes could make sense I guess. Not sure about anyone else.

 

[Scoresberg]

Canes could make sense I guess. Not sure about anyone else.

Canes or the Oilers in my mind. Buffalo the only one in the top-10 as a long shot.

 

[King Weber]

 

[jumb0]

First mock from The Athletic has us taking Quinn.

 

[Armourboy]

First mock from The Athletic has us taking Quinn.

Which means we probably don't take Quinn

 

[Byrddog]

No matter who the pick is it will be three years before he is a impact player probably more. The need is immediate.

 

[maplepred]

I think that if one of the top-8 doesn't fall into Wild's lap, they're gonna go with Lundell. They have zero depth organization-wise in that position and while you should never draft by need, Lundell isn't that far off at 9.

I could see Jets going for Sanderson as they could use defense and he's been a big riser all year. If they go forward I could see them going for their hometown boy, Jarvis.

The wild card in the top-10 this draft is Askarov, but I can't see anyone taking him there, too risky.

Who is the big 8?


At number 11, my wishful list is:

1. Rossi (doubt he falls though)
2. Quinn (I think he has very high ceiling)
3. Holtz (looks like a stud as well)

 

[Scoresberg]

Who is the big 8?


At number 11, my wishful list is:

1. Rossi (doubt he falls though)
2. Quinn (I think he has very high ceiling)
3. Holtz (looks like a stud as well)

The top-8 will most likely look like this:

1. Lafreniere
2. Byfield
3. Stutzle
4. Raymond
5. Drysdale
6. Rossi
7. Perfetti
8. Holtz

With Sanderson possibly being there as well if a team is desperate for a defenseman. In that case, Holtz or Perfetti will fall outside of the top-8.

I'd be stocked if Holtz would fall into our lap but it seems doubtful.

 

[jumb0]

Who is the big 8?


At number 11, my wishful list is:

1. Rossi (doubt he falls though)
2. Quinn (I think he has very high ceiling)
3. Holtz (looks like a stud as well)

Rossi won’t be there. Realistically we are looking at one of Quinn, Askarov, Lawrence, Sanderson and Lundell.

 

[maplepred]

Rossi won’t be there. Realistically we are looking at one of Quinn, Askarov, Lawrence, Sanderson and Lundell.

I feel like Quinn is a no brainer then. Only other guy I would want here is Lundell. Otherwise we should trade down.

 

[BigFatCat999]

Preds are in a perfect spot to trade, IF Askarov ends up at 11, Let's say Ottawa comes a calling wanting their goalie of the future

I know people are going gah-gah for Quinn but what if there are offers like this:

NYI 1st and 2 2nds: Let's say, 28, 33, and 53
All 4 of Ottawa's 2 2nds: 33, 36, 52, 53

or...

Keep Askarov and trade Saros?

This draft is weird. Listening to Media and scout sources. Top 25 would have been Top 5 last year, the 2nd round might be akin to a 1st round last 5 years.

Do you want a full scale rebuild or a loaded tweek?

Me personally, I want more lotto picks. Give me the 4 2nds and let Ottawa deal with salary cap hell later. Build a solid core now.

 

[Scoresberg]

I want the best pure goal scorer in the draft, Quinn.

 

[Byrddog]

I want the best pure goal scorer in the draft, Quinn.

Yeah another forward under 6' that helps bunches.

 

[King Weber]

Preds are in a perfect spot to trade, IF Askarov ends up at 11, Let's say Ottawa comes a calling wanting their goalie of the future

I know people are going gah-gah for Quinn but what if there are offers like this:

NYI 1st and 2 2nds: Let's say, 28, 33, and 53
All 4 of Ottawa's 2 2nds: 33, 36, 52, 53

or...

Keep Askarov and trade Saros?

This draft is weird. Listening to Media and scout sources. Top 25 would have been Top 5 last year, the 2nd round might be akin to a 1st round last 5 years.

Do you want a full scale rebuild or a loaded tweek?

Me personally, I want more lotto picks. Give me the 4 2nds and let Ottawa deal with salary cap hell later. Build a solid core now.

why trade Saros even if we pick Askarov? He might be the best goalie prospect since Price but gotta think he's still years away from playing in the NHL

 

[Bringer of Jollity]

Please don't take a goalie in the 1st, I don't care what he projects as.

 

[Soundgarden]

I think with his pedigree that he'll be a good asset for a few years at the very least if we do draft him. I hate drafting a goalie in the first, but with his hype they'll be a window where his value is high no matter what.

I'm honestly cool with whatever we do at the draft though.

 

[maplepred]

My biggest scare with Askarov is getting him over to North America. Look how long it took Islanders with sorokin and he’s still not really here yet.

Side note,
Brian Finley had more hype his draft year I remember than Askarov does now.

 

[Gnashville]

Preds are in a perfect spot to trade, IF Askarov ends up at 11, Let's say Ottawa comes a calling wanting their goalie of the future

I know people are going gah-gah for Quinn but what if there are offers like this:

NYI 1st and 2 2nds: Let's say, 28, 33, and 53
All 4 of Ottawa's 2 2nds: 33, 36, 52, 53

or...

Keep Askarov and trade Saros?

This draft is weird. Listening to Media and scout sources. Top 25 would have been Top 5 last year, the 2nd round might be akin to a 1st round last 5 years.

Do you want a full scale rebuild or a loaded tweek?

Me personally, I want more lotto picks. Give me the 4 2nds and let Ottawa deal with salary cap hell later. Build a solid core now.

From Ottawa: NYI 1st+ 2 2nd+ 3rd
From NJ: 2 1st (Ari, Van) but give up a 2nd

 

[BigFatCat999]

From Ottawa: NYI 1st+ 2 2nd+ 3rd
From NJ: 2 1st (Ari, Van) but give up a 2nd

Is this rumored or what you'd ask?

 

[Gnashville]

Is this rumored or what you'd ask?

no rumors just proposing 2 options.
Just your opinion on which is better?
A bidding war for #11 between NJ and Ottawa if the goalie is available would certainly be nice.

 

[BigFatCat999]

no rumors just proposing 2 options.
Just your opinion on which is better?
A bidding war for #11 between NJ and Ottawa if the goalie is available would certainly be nice.

and very much possible. Ottawa can walk away with a top center, top defenseman, and if they make a deal, top goalie. NJ desperately needs a goalie.