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These are my top 217 rankings. They are my own. I watch a lot of hockey. I read a lot(and I have certain people's opinions that I take into account), but these rankings are from my own observations. This is the order I would draft these guys in without considering need, tendencies, etc. Please feel free to comment(I may not have seen every player - and I also don't get to watch every player multiple times, so if they have a poor game when I see them, it's unlikely they'll have a high ranking). I put a pile of time into this, but I have a day job....and then some, so it's not perfect because I don't have the time of a professional scout, but I have been posting these for quite a few years now, and want to keep going for as long as I can, then one day be able to look back and rate myself as a scout.
I ran out of time making my player comments, so I will update during the draft tomorrow.
1. D – Rasmus Dahlin – Frolunda – SHL
Two-way defender does it all and has the physical attributes – great size and skating ability - to go with the creativity and puckhandling skill.
2. RW – Andrei Svechnikov – Barrie Colts – OHL
Has the shot, release and playmaking ability to become a dynamic offensive threat.
3. D – Noah Dobson – Acadie-Bathurst Titan – QMJHL
Rock solid defender has shown that he can play at both ends of the ice.
4. RW – Filip Zadina – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
A sniper through and through. Has a great shot and knows his way to the net.
5. LW – Brady Tkachuk – Boston University – NCAA
Strong and physical winger gets to the dirty areas of the ice and shows true power forward potential.
6. D – Adam Boqvist – Brynas IF –SHL
Dynamic offensive defenseman knows with a strong wrist shot and great skating ability.
7. D – Quinn Hughes – University of Michigan – NCAA
Undersized dynamic offensive defenseman has fantastic skating ability.
8. RW – Oliver Walhlstrom – US NTDP – USHL
Sniping winger with incredible puck skills and playmaking ability.
9. D – Ty Smith – Spokane Chiefs – WHL
Poised puck mover and elite skater is solid at both ends but lacks prototypical size.
10. D – Evan Bouchard – London Knights – OHL
Keen offensive defenseman is a fantastic passer and minute muncher.
11. C – Jesperi Kotkaniemi – Assat – Liiga
Two-way centerman has some two-way abilities and great puck protection skills.
12. LW – Joel Farabee – US NTDP – USHL
Hard working winger with skill and great speed.
13. C – Joseph Veleno – Drummondville Voltigeurs – QMJHL
Playmaking pivot does everything well and has a knack for always being around the puck.
14. D – Bode Wilde – US NTDP – USHL
Solid two-way defender shows all the skill, but needs to limit mistakes.
15. RW – Vitali Kravtsov – Traktor Chelyabinsk – KHL
Strong skating winger with good puck possession skill and a great shot.
16. RW – Martin Kaut – HC Dynamo Pardubice – Czech
Two-way winger plays a smart and mature game.
17. C – Barrett Hayton – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds – OHL
All situations forward is feisty, competitive and smart.
18. C – Rasmus Kupari – Karpat - Liiga
Elite skating forward with strong puckhandling capabilities.
19. C – Akil Thomas – Niagara Ice Dogs – OHL
Game breaking offensive forward with great acceleration and fantastic puck skills.
20. D – Ryan Merkley – Guelph Storm – OHL
Young defenseman has otherworldly offensive skill, but needs to show the attitude and work ethic to achieve great potential.
21. D – Jared McIsaac – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
Physical two-way defender didn’t progress quite as well as anticipated.
22. C – Isac Lundestrom – Lulea HF – SHL
Two-way forward with speed and smarts is good at protecting the puck.
23. C – Jack Drury – Waterloo Blackhawks – USHL
Smart forward is a leader at both ends of the ice.
24. C – Ryan McLeod – Mississauga Steelheads – OHL
Playmaking pivot with great speed and passing ability.
25. RW – Jonatan Berggren – Skelleftea AIK – SHL
Waterbug type forward with a great motor and offensive creativity.
26. RW – Serron Noel – Oshawa Generals – OHL
Massive power forward with untapped potential, but the hands are suspect.
27. RW – Dominik Bokk – Vaxjo Lakers – SHL
Elusive and agile skater with a quick release.
28. D – K’Andre Miller – US NTDP – USHL
Nasty and intimidating physical defender with a bomb from the point.
29. C – Ty Dellandrea – Flint Firebirds – OHL
Two-way forward does all the little things and is proving to have offensive potential.
30. D – Adam Ginning – Linkoping – SHL
Big, physical, defensive defenseman with some untapped two-way ability.
31. C – Jacob Olofsson – Timra IK – Allsvenskan
Smart two-way pivot hasn’t shown the ability to put up big offensive numbers, but has potential.
32. D – Alexander Alexeyev – Red Deer Rebels – WHL
Smooth-skating, offensive defenseman needs to get and stay healthy.
33. C – Jakub Lauko – Pirati Chomutov – Czech
Two way forward is strong in puck possession.
34. D – Rasmus Sandin – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds – OHL
Puck rushing defender plays a smart, steady game at both ends of the rink.
35. D – Mattias Samuelsson – US NTDP – USHL
Big, strong defensive defenseman with great reach and shutdown ability.
36. LW – Grigori Denisenko – Loko Yaroslavl – MHL
Creative offensive player with great edgework and a quick release.
37. D – Jett Woo – Moose Jaw Warriors – WHL
Smart defender has a knack for timing stick and body checks perfectly to break up the rush.
38. D – Jacob Bernard-Docker – Okotoks Oilers – AJHL
Offensive defenseman with booming shot will hone skills at the University of North Dakota.
39. D – Jonathan Tychonick – Penticton Vees – BCHL
Offensive defenseman rushes the puck zealously.
40. RW – Niklas Nordgren – HIFK – Liiga
Small, skilled winger with a fantastic slap shot.
41. C – Philipp Kurashev – Quebec Remparts – QMJHL
Explosive skater always seems to be involved in the play.
42. RW – Bulat Shafigullin – Reaktor Nizhnekamsk – MHL
Strong skater can push the pace, even while handling the puck.
43. C – Ivan D. Morozov – Mamonty Yugry – MHL
Solid two-way center has catapulted his ranking with strong showing in international competition.
44. C – David Gustafsson – HV71 – SHL
Excellent defensive center is very good on the dot.
45. LW – Albin Eriksson – Skelleftea AIK – SHL
A shooter with size and a nose for the net.
46. D – Nils Lundkvist – Lulea HF – SHL
Solid puck mover is good all around defender.
47. D – Calen Addison – Lethbridge Hurricanes – WHL
Aggressive offensive defenseman is a smooth and mobile playmaker.
48. G – Jakub Skarek – HC Dukla Jihlava – Czech
Big and athletic goaltender struggled at the WJC and that hurt his draft stock.
49. C – Filip Hallander – Timra IK – Allsvenskan
Versatile forward is a hard worker with blossoming offensive ability.
50. C – Jack McBain – Toronto Jr. Canadians – OJHL
Big center was fantastic in international competition, but underwhelmed in junior league.
51. RW – Jesse Ylonen – Espoo United – Mestis
Smooth and dynamic winger is money in the offensive zone.
52. C – Jake Wise – US NTDP – USHL
Stocky and skilled forward plays a smart offensive game, but needs to stay healthy.
53. C – Blake McLaughlin – Chicago Steel – USHL
Consistent offensive producer is solid puck distributor.
54. LW – Jan Jenik – HC Benatky nad Jizerou – Czech2
Smart forward playing against men, could really blossom as he fills out.
55. D – Jordan Harris – Kimball Union Academy –USHS
Puckrushing defenseman is a fantastic skater and seems to always have the puck on his stick.
56. D – Nicolas Beaudin – Drummondville Voltigeurs – QMJHL
Small defender excels at making smart plays with the puck on his stick.
57. G – Justus Annunen – Karpat – Liiga
Big netminder is technically sound and positions himself well to cut down the angles.
58. C – Jay O’Brien – Youngstown Phantoms – USHL
A competitor with a good shot and two-way abilities.
59. C – Benoit-Olivier Groulx – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
Two-way forward does all the little things well, but offense has been slow to come.
60. C – Liam Foudy – London Knights – OHL
Competitive speedster propelled his ranking with a great second half.
61. RW – Nando Eggenberger – HC Davos – NLA
Big and strong power forward type, but doesn’t create a lot on his own.
62. LW – Kirill Marchenko – Mamonty Yugry – MHL
Big winger plays his off side and has a wicked one-timer.
63. LW – Sampo Ranta – Sioux City Musketeers – USHL
Has good size and a great shot and uses his reach well in puck possession.
64. C – Milos Roman – Vancouver Giants – WHL
Playmaking pivot has good vision and always seems to defer to teammates.
65. LW – Cole Fonstad – Prince Albert Raiders – WHL
Fantastic playmaking winger has incredible vision and fantastic passing ability.
66. C – Allan McShane – Oshawa Generals – OHL
Smart and skilled playmaker finds a way to get on the scoresheet.
67. D – Kevin Bahl – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
Massive defender is showing some solid puck skills, but will make his money as a shutdown defender.
68. D – Jacob Ragnarsson – Almtuna IS – Allsvenskan
Solid offensive defenseman shows great smarts in the offensive end.
69. LW – Ryan Chyzowski – Medicine Hat Tigers – WHL
Hard worker with a great shot is becoming a real leader.
70. C – Alexander Khovanov – Moncton Wildcats – QMJHL
Smart playmaker lost a step in a bout with Hepatitis A, but he’s finding his groove again.
71. RW – Matej Pekar – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
USHL Rookie of the Year knows where to be on the ice to put the puck in the net.
72. RW – Tyler Madden – Tri-City Storm – USHL
Plays with speed, smarts and a competitive spirit.
73. D – Ty Emberson – US NTDP – USHL
Solid all-around defenseman does everything well.
74. D – Stanislav Demin – Wenatchee Wild – BCHL
Excels as a puck mover or in his own end as an aggressive defender.
75. G – Olivier Rodrigue – Drummondville Voltigeurs
Aggressive and quick defender has a penchant for making highlight reel saves.
76. C – Cameron Hillis – Guelph Storm – OHL
Great motor and strong skating skills, just needs some strength.
77. C – Aidan Dudas – Owen Sound Attack – OHL
Small skilled forward is competitive and engaged at both ends of the ice.
78. RW – Ryan O’Reilly – Madison Capitols – USHL
A pure goal scorer with one of the heaviest shots and quickest releases in the draft.
79. LW – Gabriel Fortier – Baie-Comeau Drakkar – QMJHL
Two-way skilled forward with speed and a great motor.
80. D – Filip Johansson – Leksands IF – Allsvenskan
Solid all-around defender has some untapped offensive potential.
81. D – Axel Andersson – Djurgardens IF J20 – SuperElit
Solid two-way defender doesn’t excel in any one area, but is showing an offensive slant.
82. G – Jacob Ingham – Mississauga Steelheads – OHL
Pro-sized goalie frame and great athleticism, but has underwhelmed statistically.
83. D – Alec Regula – London Knights – OHL
Solid defensively and starting to show his two-way ability.
84. D – Danila Galenyuk – SKA-1946 St.Petersburg – MHL
A solid, physical defender with good puckmoving ability.
85. D – Xavier Bouchard – Baie-Comeau Drakkar – QMJHL
Rangy defenseman with good mobility and solid defensive skills needs a bounce back season.
86. LW – Jackson Leppard – Prince George Cougars – WHL
The ultimate competitor struggled statistically, but his rugged, gritty nature will translate well.
87. D – Sean Durzi – Owen Sound Attack – Owen Sound Attack – OHL
Overage defender plays a very smart offensive game.
88. D – Giovanni Vallati – Kitchener Rangers – OHL
Poised, puck-rushing defenseman is smooth and creative with the puck.
89. C – Blade Jenkins – Saginaw Spirit – OHL
Two-way center has intriguing potential, but needs to improve his speed and agility.
90. C – Curtis Hall – Youngstown Phantoms – USHL
Competitive forward has established himself as a powerful net front presence.
91. C – Eric Florchuk – Saskatoon Blades – WHL
Strong skater and versatile forward showed big potential following move to the prairies.
92. C – Dmitri Zavgorodny – Rimouski Oceanic – QMJHL
Small and silky smooth forward has magic hands and offensive creativity.
93. G - Olof Lindbom – Djurgardens IF J20 – SuperElit
Active netminder needs to reign in his athleticism and focus.
94. LW – Alex Steeves – Dubuque Fighting Saints – USHL
Quick, tenacious, two-way shooter plays a great all-around game.
95. LW – Vladislav Kotkov – Chicoutimi Sagueneens – QMJHL
Big forward with great puck protection skills and a lethal one-timer.
96. C – Riley Stotts – Calgary Hitmen – WHL
Competitive forward really hit his offensive stride with the Hitmen.
97. C – Patrick Giles – US NTDP – USHL
Big forward with natural ability needs to refine his game and define his role.
98. D –Martin Fehervary – IK Oskarshamn – Allsvenskan
A solid defensive defenseman who works hard and has untapped offensive potential.
99. D – Toni Utunen – LeKi – Mestis
Solid all-around defender with leadership abilities.
100. D – Xavier Bernard – Drummondville Voltigeurs – QMJHL
Big and mobile defender showing some prowess as a shutdown defender.
101. C – Matthew Struthers – Owen Sound Attack – OHL
Big and strong pivot with two-way ability and net front prescence.
102. RW – Ruslan Iskhakov – Krasnaya Armiya Moskva – MHL
Fantastic stickhandler and excellent playmaker, but will those skills translate at his size.
103. G – Alexis Gravel – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
Big netminder is active in the crease to find the puck through traffic.
104. LW – Johnny Gruden – US NTDP – USHL
Hard worker and a bull on the ice, but has limited offensive upside.
105. C – Kyle Topping – Kelowna Rockets – WHL
Playmaking center with good work ethic and two-way ability.
106. RW – Kody Clark – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
A competitor who wins battles and gets to the scoring areas.
107. RW – Riley Sutter – Everett Silvertips – WHL
Big and strong power forward gets to the dirty areas and is hard to defend against.
108. D – Alexander S. Romanov – Krasnaya Armiya Moskva – MHL
Small Russian defender had great showings offensively in International play.
110. LW –Marcus Westfalt – Brynas IF – SHL
Versatile forward has good size, but needs to work on his skating.
111. LW – Tyler Weiss – US NTDP – USHL
Playmaking forward is really good with the puck on his stick.
112. C – Jachym Kondelik – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
Hard working pivot has found his niche as a defensive specialist.
113. D – Filip Kral – Spokane Chiefs – WHL
Smart defender has the knack for jumping into the play at the right time.
114. D – Juuso Ketola – Assat U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
Mobile defender with a stocky build and heavy point shot.
115. C – Nathan Dunkley – London Knights – OHL
Fast and competitive forward is really good in possession in the offensive zone.
116. LW – Chase Wouters – Saskatoon Blades – WHL
Opportunistic winger works hard and plays a solid two-way game with untapped offensive potential.
117. C – Luka Burzan – Brandon Wheat Kings – WHL
Strong skater with good compete needs to explode offensively.
118. C – Logan Hutsko – Boston College – NCAA
Offensive catalyst has recovered from broken leg in draft year and surprised the NCAA.
119. LW – Anderson MacDonald – Moncton Wildcats – QMJHL
Knows what to do in front of the net, but his skating is a work in progress at best.
120. G – Jesper Myrenberg – Linkoping HC J20 – SuperElit
Big Swedish netminder loves to flash the leather.
121. D – Wyatte Wylie – Everett Silvertips – WHL
Strong and reliable defender is good positionally and not afraid to play the body.
122. D – Merrick Rippon – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
Aggressive defender is very difficult to play against.
123. D – Tim Berni – ZSC – NLA
Mobile two-way defender is strong in transition.
124. G – Jett Alexander – North York Rangers – OJHL
Active puck moving goaltender with good size and quick legs.
125. C – Riley DaMiani – Kitchener Rangers – OHL
Gets after the puck and plays aggressively, but needs to gain strength.
126. D – Libor Zabransky – Kelowna Rockets – WHL
Solid all-around defender with a good point shot.
127. C – Semyon Der-Arguchinsev – Peterborough Petes – OHL
Has huge potential with his creativity and playmaking ability, but must gain strength.
128. C – Oscar Back – Farjestad BK – SHL
Smart, sound and reliable forward, but lacks offensive creativity.
129. LW – Oliver Okuliar – HK Dukla Trencin U20 – Slovakia U20
Offensive winger is intriguing with skill and willingness to go to the dirty areas and engage.
130. D – Nico Gross – Oshawa Generals – OHL
Had an early bout with mono, but showed glimpses of a smooth transitional defender.
131. RW – Einar Emanuelsson – Lulea HF – SHL
Dynamic overager impressed with skill and production this year.
132. C – Austin Wong – Okotoks Oilers – AJHL
Agitating forward plays with a reckless abandon and is not without skill.
133. RW – Michal Kvasnica – HC Frydek-Mistrek – Czech2
Winger with a solid shot and average frame, but knows how to use his body to shield the puck.
134. RW – Yegor Sokolov – Cape Breton Screaming Eagles – QMJHL
Big, physical power forward with a strong shot.
135. G – Lukas Dostal – SK Horacka Slavia Trebic – Czech2
Athletic goaltender is technically proficient, but slight in stature.
136. D – Dennis Busby – Flint Firebirds – OHL
Mobile puck-moving defenseman needs to get and stay healthy.
137. D – Caleb Everett – Saginaw Spirit – OHL
Late bloomer is gaining confidence in his two-way abilities.
138. RW – Lenni Killinen – Espoo United
Aggressive winger drives the net with speed and shows good hands.
139. RW – Nikita Rtischev – Krasnaya Armiya Moskva
Skilled offensive winger needs to find consistency.
140. C – Colin Schmidt – Wayzata High – USHS
Power forward dominates down low and likes to play the physical game.
141. C – Krystof Hrabik – HC Litomerice – Czech2
Big center plays a responsible defensive game.
142. RW – Martin Pospisil – Sioux City Musketeers
Agitating winger showed off his skill at the USHL Top Prospects Game.
143. D – Declan Chisholm – Peterborough Petes
Solid transitional defender plays a smart defensive game with good mobility.
144. D – Michael Callahan – Central Illinois Flying Aces
Smart mobile defender with a cannon of a shot, but lacking consistent offensive production.
145. G – Jordan Kooy – London Knights – OHL
Technically sound goaltender with a penchant for making big saves.
146. D – Connor Corcoran –Windsor Spitfires – OHL
After settling in as a defenseman impressed with compete and two-way ability.
147. RW – Linus Nyman – Kingston Frontenacs – OHL
Quick and evasive overager flourished offensively this year.
148. D – Chase Hartje – Brandon Wheat Kings – WHL
Mobile defender is a fantastic skater and took advantage of his opportunities.
149. C – Linus Karlsson – Karlskrona HK – SHL
Solid center is skilled with the puck, but needs to improve his feet.
150. C – Brendan Budy – Langley Rivermen – BCHL
Denver commit captained his team as a 17 year old and showed strong offensive acumen.
151. C – Nathan Smith – Cedar Rapids RoughRiders – USHL
Late bloomer with high compete level and good hands.
152. LW – Johan Sodergran – Linkoping HC – SHL
Smart, hard-working and versatile forward coming into his own.
153. D – Scott Perunovich – University of Minnesota-Duluth – NCAA
Diminutive defender with great offensive skill, but his size puts him at a disadvantage in the d-zone.
154. D – Joey Keane – Barrie Colts – OHL
Overage defender plays a pro style game and improved leaps and bounds this year.
155. RW – Nikolai Kovalenko – Loko Yaroslavl – MHL
Smart and physical winger with some solid offensive skill.
156. C – Gavin Hain – US NTDP – USHL
A shooter by nature, but his feet held him back.
157. RW – Arttu Nevasaari – Karpat U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
Dangerous offensive weapon knows how to protect the puck.
158. LW – Jack Randl – Omaha Lancers – USHL
Smart offensive winger has a knack for creating scoring chances.
159. D – Anton Malyshev – Loko Yaroslavl – MHL
Very strong defensive defender, but the puck skills need to improve.
160. D – Michael Kesselring – New Hampton School – USHS
Intriguing size and skating package, but very raw talent.
161. D – Santeri Salmela – KooKoo – Liiga
162. G – Ivan Prosvetov – Youngstown Phantoms – USHL
163. C – Angus Crookshank – Langley Rivermen – BCHL
164. C – Jake Goldowski – Saginaw Spirit – OHL
165. D – Spencer Stastney – US NTDP – USHL
166. D – Carter Robertson – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
167. LW – Justin Almeida – Moose Jaw Warriors – WHL
168. C – Mitchell Hoelscher – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
169. G – Kevin Mandolese – Cape Breton Screaming Eagles – QMJHL
170. G – Akira Schmid – Langnau U29 – Elite Jr. A
171. D – Maxwell Crozier – Nanaimo Clippers – BCHL
172. D – Danila Zhuravlyov – Irbis Kazan – MHL
173. RW – Samuel Fagemo – Frolunda HC J20– SuperElit
Speedy winger loves to get his shot off, and it’s a good one.
174. RW – Devlin McCabe – Lincoln Stars – USHL
175. C – David Lilja – BIK Karlskroga – Allsvenskan
176. RW – Connor Roberts – Flint Firebirds – OHL
177. LW – Jack Jensen – Eden Prairie High – USHS
178. LW – Jackson Cates – Waterloo Black Hawks – USHL
179. RW – Nikita A. Rozhkov – Stalnye Lisy Magnitogorsk – MHL
180. D – Adam McCormick – Cape Breton Screaming Eagles – QMJHL
181. G – Mitchell Gibson – Lone Star Brahmas – USHL
182. D – Jakob Bondesson – Rogle BK – SHL
183. D – Adam Samuelsson – US NTDP – USHL
184. C – Mathias Emilio Pettersen – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
185. C – Jacob Pivonka – US NTDP – USHL
186. G – Keegan Karki – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
187. LW – Liam Kirk – Sheffield Steelers – EIHL
188. C – Carl Wassenius – Enkopings SK – Division 1
189. LW – Lukas Wernblom – MODO Hockey – Allsvenskan
190. G – Amir Miftakov – Irbis Kazan – MHL
191. RW – Lauri Pajuniemi – TPS – Liiga
192. C – Jasper Weatherby – Wenatchee Wild – BCHL
193. D – Marcus Bjork – IK Oskarshamn – Allsvenskan
194. D – Jan Dluhos – HC Zlin U20 – Czech U20
195. LW – Carl Jakobsson – Farjestad BK J20 – SuperElit
196. D – Owen Lalonde – Guelph Storm – OHL
197. C – Andrej Kukaca – HK 95 Povazska Bystrica – Czech2
198. RW – Jack Perbix – Green Bay Gamblers – USHL
199. G – Jared Moe – Waterloo Black Hawks – USHL
200. D – Marc Del Gaizo – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
201. D – Christian Krygier – Lincoln Stars – USHL
202. G – Zach Stejskal – Central Illinois Flying Aces – USHL
203. D – Martin Bodak – Kootenay Ice – WHL
204. D – Simon Johansso – Djurgardens IF – SHL
205. C – Brandon Saigeon – Hamilton Bulldogs – OHL
206. LW – Patrik Siikanen – Blues U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
207. LW – Ivan Muranov – MHK Dynamo Moskva – MHL
208. D – Vojtech Doktor – HC Ceske Budejovice U20 – Czech U20
209. G – Dominik Pavlat – SK Kadan – Czech2
210. LW – Karel Plasek – HC Kometa Brno – Czech
211. C – Curtis Douglas – Windsor Spitfires – OHL
212. LW – Paul Cotter – Lincoln Stars – OHL
213. D – Axel Rindell – HIFK U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
214. G – David Tendeck – Vancouver Giants – WHL
215. D – Zack Malik – Sudbury Wolves – OHL
216. C – Tristen Nielsen – Calgary Hitmen – WHL
217. RW – Riley Hughes – St. Sebastian’s School – USHS
I ran out of time making my player comments, so I will update during the draft tomorrow.
1. D – Rasmus Dahlin – Frolunda – SHL
Two-way defender does it all and has the physical attributes – great size and skating ability - to go with the creativity and puckhandling skill.
2. RW – Andrei Svechnikov – Barrie Colts – OHL
Has the shot, release and playmaking ability to become a dynamic offensive threat.
3. D – Noah Dobson – Acadie-Bathurst Titan – QMJHL
Rock solid defender has shown that he can play at both ends of the ice.
4. RW – Filip Zadina – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
A sniper through and through. Has a great shot and knows his way to the net.
5. LW – Brady Tkachuk – Boston University – NCAA
Strong and physical winger gets to the dirty areas of the ice and shows true power forward potential.
6. D – Adam Boqvist – Brynas IF –SHL
Dynamic offensive defenseman knows with a strong wrist shot and great skating ability.
7. D – Quinn Hughes – University of Michigan – NCAA
Undersized dynamic offensive defenseman has fantastic skating ability.
8. RW – Oliver Walhlstrom – US NTDP – USHL
Sniping winger with incredible puck skills and playmaking ability.
9. D – Ty Smith – Spokane Chiefs – WHL
Poised puck mover and elite skater is solid at both ends but lacks prototypical size.
10. D – Evan Bouchard – London Knights – OHL
Keen offensive defenseman is a fantastic passer and minute muncher.
11. C – Jesperi Kotkaniemi – Assat – Liiga
Two-way centerman has some two-way abilities and great puck protection skills.
12. LW – Joel Farabee – US NTDP – USHL
Hard working winger with skill and great speed.
13. C – Joseph Veleno – Drummondville Voltigeurs – QMJHL
Playmaking pivot does everything well and has a knack for always being around the puck.
14. D – Bode Wilde – US NTDP – USHL
Solid two-way defender shows all the skill, but needs to limit mistakes.
15. RW – Vitali Kravtsov – Traktor Chelyabinsk – KHL
Strong skating winger with good puck possession skill and a great shot.
16. RW – Martin Kaut – HC Dynamo Pardubice – Czech
Two-way winger plays a smart and mature game.
17. C – Barrett Hayton – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds – OHL
All situations forward is feisty, competitive and smart.
18. C – Rasmus Kupari – Karpat - Liiga
Elite skating forward with strong puckhandling capabilities.
19. C – Akil Thomas – Niagara Ice Dogs – OHL
Game breaking offensive forward with great acceleration and fantastic puck skills.
20. D – Ryan Merkley – Guelph Storm – OHL
Young defenseman has otherworldly offensive skill, but needs to show the attitude and work ethic to achieve great potential.
21. D – Jared McIsaac – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
Physical two-way defender didn’t progress quite as well as anticipated.
22. C – Isac Lundestrom – Lulea HF – SHL
Two-way forward with speed and smarts is good at protecting the puck.
23. C – Jack Drury – Waterloo Blackhawks – USHL
Smart forward is a leader at both ends of the ice.
24. C – Ryan McLeod – Mississauga Steelheads – OHL
Playmaking pivot with great speed and passing ability.
25. RW – Jonatan Berggren – Skelleftea AIK – SHL
Waterbug type forward with a great motor and offensive creativity.
26. RW – Serron Noel – Oshawa Generals – OHL
Massive power forward with untapped potential, but the hands are suspect.
27. RW – Dominik Bokk – Vaxjo Lakers – SHL
Elusive and agile skater with a quick release.
28. D – K’Andre Miller – US NTDP – USHL
Nasty and intimidating physical defender with a bomb from the point.
29. C – Ty Dellandrea – Flint Firebirds – OHL
Two-way forward does all the little things and is proving to have offensive potential.
30. D – Adam Ginning – Linkoping – SHL
Big, physical, defensive defenseman with some untapped two-way ability.
31. C – Jacob Olofsson – Timra IK – Allsvenskan
Smart two-way pivot hasn’t shown the ability to put up big offensive numbers, but has potential.
32. D – Alexander Alexeyev – Red Deer Rebels – WHL
Smooth-skating, offensive defenseman needs to get and stay healthy.
33. C – Jakub Lauko – Pirati Chomutov – Czech
Two way forward is strong in puck possession.
34. D – Rasmus Sandin – Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds – OHL
Puck rushing defender plays a smart, steady game at both ends of the rink.
35. D – Mattias Samuelsson – US NTDP – USHL
Big, strong defensive defenseman with great reach and shutdown ability.
36. LW – Grigori Denisenko – Loko Yaroslavl – MHL
Creative offensive player with great edgework and a quick release.
37. D – Jett Woo – Moose Jaw Warriors – WHL
Smart defender has a knack for timing stick and body checks perfectly to break up the rush.
38. D – Jacob Bernard-Docker – Okotoks Oilers – AJHL
Offensive defenseman with booming shot will hone skills at the University of North Dakota.
39. D – Jonathan Tychonick – Penticton Vees – BCHL
Offensive defenseman rushes the puck zealously.
40. RW – Niklas Nordgren – HIFK – Liiga
Small, skilled winger with a fantastic slap shot.
41. C – Philipp Kurashev – Quebec Remparts – QMJHL
Explosive skater always seems to be involved in the play.
42. RW – Bulat Shafigullin – Reaktor Nizhnekamsk – MHL
Strong skater can push the pace, even while handling the puck.
43. C – Ivan D. Morozov – Mamonty Yugry – MHL
Solid two-way center has catapulted his ranking with strong showing in international competition.
44. C – David Gustafsson – HV71 – SHL
Excellent defensive center is very good on the dot.
45. LW – Albin Eriksson – Skelleftea AIK – SHL
A shooter with size and a nose for the net.
46. D – Nils Lundkvist – Lulea HF – SHL
Solid puck mover is good all around defender.
47. D – Calen Addison – Lethbridge Hurricanes – WHL
Aggressive offensive defenseman is a smooth and mobile playmaker.
48. G – Jakub Skarek – HC Dukla Jihlava – Czech
Big and athletic goaltender struggled at the WJC and that hurt his draft stock.
49. C – Filip Hallander – Timra IK – Allsvenskan
Versatile forward is a hard worker with blossoming offensive ability.
50. C – Jack McBain – Toronto Jr. Canadians – OJHL
Big center was fantastic in international competition, but underwhelmed in junior league.
51. RW – Jesse Ylonen – Espoo United – Mestis
Smooth and dynamic winger is money in the offensive zone.
52. C – Jake Wise – US NTDP – USHL
Stocky and skilled forward plays a smart offensive game, but needs to stay healthy.
53. C – Blake McLaughlin – Chicago Steel – USHL
Consistent offensive producer is solid puck distributor.
54. LW – Jan Jenik – HC Benatky nad Jizerou – Czech2
Smart forward playing against men, could really blossom as he fills out.
55. D – Jordan Harris – Kimball Union Academy –USHS
Puckrushing defenseman is a fantastic skater and seems to always have the puck on his stick.
56. D – Nicolas Beaudin – Drummondville Voltigeurs – QMJHL
Small defender excels at making smart plays with the puck on his stick.
57. G – Justus Annunen – Karpat – Liiga
Big netminder is technically sound and positions himself well to cut down the angles.
58. C – Jay O’Brien – Youngstown Phantoms – USHL
A competitor with a good shot and two-way abilities.
59. C – Benoit-Olivier Groulx – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
Two-way forward does all the little things well, but offense has been slow to come.
60. C – Liam Foudy – London Knights – OHL
Competitive speedster propelled his ranking with a great second half.
61. RW – Nando Eggenberger – HC Davos – NLA
Big and strong power forward type, but doesn’t create a lot on his own.
62. LW – Kirill Marchenko – Mamonty Yugry – MHL
Big winger plays his off side and has a wicked one-timer.
63. LW – Sampo Ranta – Sioux City Musketeers – USHL
Has good size and a great shot and uses his reach well in puck possession.
64. C – Milos Roman – Vancouver Giants – WHL
Playmaking pivot has good vision and always seems to defer to teammates.
65. LW – Cole Fonstad – Prince Albert Raiders – WHL
Fantastic playmaking winger has incredible vision and fantastic passing ability.
66. C – Allan McShane – Oshawa Generals – OHL
Smart and skilled playmaker finds a way to get on the scoresheet.
67. D – Kevin Bahl – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
Massive defender is showing some solid puck skills, but will make his money as a shutdown defender.
68. D – Jacob Ragnarsson – Almtuna IS – Allsvenskan
Solid offensive defenseman shows great smarts in the offensive end.
69. LW – Ryan Chyzowski – Medicine Hat Tigers – WHL
Hard worker with a great shot is becoming a real leader.
70. C – Alexander Khovanov – Moncton Wildcats – QMJHL
Smart playmaker lost a step in a bout with Hepatitis A, but he’s finding his groove again.
71. RW – Matej Pekar – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
USHL Rookie of the Year knows where to be on the ice to put the puck in the net.
72. RW – Tyler Madden – Tri-City Storm – USHL
Plays with speed, smarts and a competitive spirit.
73. D – Ty Emberson – US NTDP – USHL
Solid all-around defenseman does everything well.
74. D – Stanislav Demin – Wenatchee Wild – BCHL
Excels as a puck mover or in his own end as an aggressive defender.
75. G – Olivier Rodrigue – Drummondville Voltigeurs
Aggressive and quick defender has a penchant for making highlight reel saves.
76. C – Cameron Hillis – Guelph Storm – OHL
Great motor and strong skating skills, just needs some strength.
77. C – Aidan Dudas – Owen Sound Attack – OHL
Small skilled forward is competitive and engaged at both ends of the ice.
78. RW – Ryan O’Reilly – Madison Capitols – USHL
A pure goal scorer with one of the heaviest shots and quickest releases in the draft.
79. LW – Gabriel Fortier – Baie-Comeau Drakkar – QMJHL
Two-way skilled forward with speed and a great motor.
80. D – Filip Johansson – Leksands IF – Allsvenskan
Solid all-around defender has some untapped offensive potential.
81. D – Axel Andersson – Djurgardens IF J20 – SuperElit
Solid two-way defender doesn’t excel in any one area, but is showing an offensive slant.
82. G – Jacob Ingham – Mississauga Steelheads – OHL
Pro-sized goalie frame and great athleticism, but has underwhelmed statistically.
83. D – Alec Regula – London Knights – OHL
Solid defensively and starting to show his two-way ability.
84. D – Danila Galenyuk – SKA-1946 St.Petersburg – MHL
A solid, physical defender with good puckmoving ability.
85. D – Xavier Bouchard – Baie-Comeau Drakkar – QMJHL
Rangy defenseman with good mobility and solid defensive skills needs a bounce back season.
86. LW – Jackson Leppard – Prince George Cougars – WHL
The ultimate competitor struggled statistically, but his rugged, gritty nature will translate well.
87. D – Sean Durzi – Owen Sound Attack – Owen Sound Attack – OHL
Overage defender plays a very smart offensive game.
88. D – Giovanni Vallati – Kitchener Rangers – OHL
Poised, puck-rushing defenseman is smooth and creative with the puck.
89. C – Blade Jenkins – Saginaw Spirit – OHL
Two-way center has intriguing potential, but needs to improve his speed and agility.
90. C – Curtis Hall – Youngstown Phantoms – USHL
Competitive forward has established himself as a powerful net front presence.
91. C – Eric Florchuk – Saskatoon Blades – WHL
Strong skater and versatile forward showed big potential following move to the prairies.
92. C – Dmitri Zavgorodny – Rimouski Oceanic – QMJHL
Small and silky smooth forward has magic hands and offensive creativity.
93. G - Olof Lindbom – Djurgardens IF J20 – SuperElit
Active netminder needs to reign in his athleticism and focus.
94. LW – Alex Steeves – Dubuque Fighting Saints – USHL
Quick, tenacious, two-way shooter plays a great all-around game.
95. LW – Vladislav Kotkov – Chicoutimi Sagueneens – QMJHL
Big forward with great puck protection skills and a lethal one-timer.
96. C – Riley Stotts – Calgary Hitmen – WHL
Competitive forward really hit his offensive stride with the Hitmen.
97. C – Patrick Giles – US NTDP – USHL
Big forward with natural ability needs to refine his game and define his role.
98. D –Martin Fehervary – IK Oskarshamn – Allsvenskan
A solid defensive defenseman who works hard and has untapped offensive potential.
99. D – Toni Utunen – LeKi – Mestis
Solid all-around defender with leadership abilities.
100. D – Xavier Bernard – Drummondville Voltigeurs – QMJHL
Big and mobile defender showing some prowess as a shutdown defender.
101. C – Matthew Struthers – Owen Sound Attack – OHL
Big and strong pivot with two-way ability and net front prescence.
102. RW – Ruslan Iskhakov – Krasnaya Armiya Moskva – MHL
Fantastic stickhandler and excellent playmaker, but will those skills translate at his size.
103. G – Alexis Gravel – Halifax Mooseheads – QMJHL
Big netminder is active in the crease to find the puck through traffic.
104. LW – Johnny Gruden – US NTDP – USHL
Hard worker and a bull on the ice, but has limited offensive upside.
105. C – Kyle Topping – Kelowna Rockets – WHL
Playmaking center with good work ethic and two-way ability.
106. RW – Kody Clark – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
A competitor who wins battles and gets to the scoring areas.
107. RW – Riley Sutter – Everett Silvertips – WHL
Big and strong power forward gets to the dirty areas and is hard to defend against.
108. D – Alexander S. Romanov – Krasnaya Armiya Moskva – MHL
Small Russian defender had great showings offensively in International play.
110. LW –Marcus Westfalt – Brynas IF – SHL
Versatile forward has good size, but needs to work on his skating.
111. LW – Tyler Weiss – US NTDP – USHL
Playmaking forward is really good with the puck on his stick.
112. C – Jachym Kondelik – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
Hard working pivot has found his niche as a defensive specialist.
113. D – Filip Kral – Spokane Chiefs – WHL
Smart defender has the knack for jumping into the play at the right time.
114. D – Juuso Ketola – Assat U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
Mobile defender with a stocky build and heavy point shot.
115. C – Nathan Dunkley – London Knights – OHL
Fast and competitive forward is really good in possession in the offensive zone.
116. LW – Chase Wouters – Saskatoon Blades – WHL
Opportunistic winger works hard and plays a solid two-way game with untapped offensive potential.
117. C – Luka Burzan – Brandon Wheat Kings – WHL
Strong skater with good compete needs to explode offensively.
118. C – Logan Hutsko – Boston College – NCAA
Offensive catalyst has recovered from broken leg in draft year and surprised the NCAA.
119. LW – Anderson MacDonald – Moncton Wildcats – QMJHL
Knows what to do in front of the net, but his skating is a work in progress at best.
120. G – Jesper Myrenberg – Linkoping HC J20 – SuperElit
Big Swedish netminder loves to flash the leather.
121. D – Wyatte Wylie – Everett Silvertips – WHL
Strong and reliable defender is good positionally and not afraid to play the body.
122. D – Merrick Rippon – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
Aggressive defender is very difficult to play against.
123. D – Tim Berni – ZSC – NLA
Mobile two-way defender is strong in transition.
124. G – Jett Alexander – North York Rangers – OJHL
Active puck moving goaltender with good size and quick legs.
125. C – Riley DaMiani – Kitchener Rangers – OHL
Gets after the puck and plays aggressively, but needs to gain strength.
126. D – Libor Zabransky – Kelowna Rockets – WHL
Solid all-around defender with a good point shot.
127. C – Semyon Der-Arguchinsev – Peterborough Petes – OHL
Has huge potential with his creativity and playmaking ability, but must gain strength.
128. C – Oscar Back – Farjestad BK – SHL
Smart, sound and reliable forward, but lacks offensive creativity.
129. LW – Oliver Okuliar – HK Dukla Trencin U20 – Slovakia U20
Offensive winger is intriguing with skill and willingness to go to the dirty areas and engage.
130. D – Nico Gross – Oshawa Generals – OHL
Had an early bout with mono, but showed glimpses of a smooth transitional defender.
131. RW – Einar Emanuelsson – Lulea HF – SHL
Dynamic overager impressed with skill and production this year.
132. C – Austin Wong – Okotoks Oilers – AJHL
Agitating forward plays with a reckless abandon and is not without skill.
133. RW – Michal Kvasnica – HC Frydek-Mistrek – Czech2
Winger with a solid shot and average frame, but knows how to use his body to shield the puck.
134. RW – Yegor Sokolov – Cape Breton Screaming Eagles – QMJHL
Big, physical power forward with a strong shot.
135. G – Lukas Dostal – SK Horacka Slavia Trebic – Czech2
Athletic goaltender is technically proficient, but slight in stature.
136. D – Dennis Busby – Flint Firebirds – OHL
Mobile puck-moving defenseman needs to get and stay healthy.
137. D – Caleb Everett – Saginaw Spirit – OHL
Late bloomer is gaining confidence in his two-way abilities.
138. RW – Lenni Killinen – Espoo United
Aggressive winger drives the net with speed and shows good hands.
139. RW – Nikita Rtischev – Krasnaya Armiya Moskva
Skilled offensive winger needs to find consistency.
140. C – Colin Schmidt – Wayzata High – USHS
Power forward dominates down low and likes to play the physical game.
141. C – Krystof Hrabik – HC Litomerice – Czech2
Big center plays a responsible defensive game.
142. RW – Martin Pospisil – Sioux City Musketeers
Agitating winger showed off his skill at the USHL Top Prospects Game.
143. D – Declan Chisholm – Peterborough Petes
Solid transitional defender plays a smart defensive game with good mobility.
144. D – Michael Callahan – Central Illinois Flying Aces
Smart mobile defender with a cannon of a shot, but lacking consistent offensive production.
145. G – Jordan Kooy – London Knights – OHL
Technically sound goaltender with a penchant for making big saves.
146. D – Connor Corcoran –Windsor Spitfires – OHL
After settling in as a defenseman impressed with compete and two-way ability.
147. RW – Linus Nyman – Kingston Frontenacs – OHL
Quick and evasive overager flourished offensively this year.
148. D – Chase Hartje – Brandon Wheat Kings – WHL
Mobile defender is a fantastic skater and took advantage of his opportunities.
149. C – Linus Karlsson – Karlskrona HK – SHL
Solid center is skilled with the puck, but needs to improve his feet.
150. C – Brendan Budy – Langley Rivermen – BCHL
Denver commit captained his team as a 17 year old and showed strong offensive acumen.
151. C – Nathan Smith – Cedar Rapids RoughRiders – USHL
Late bloomer with high compete level and good hands.
152. LW – Johan Sodergran – Linkoping HC – SHL
Smart, hard-working and versatile forward coming into his own.
153. D – Scott Perunovich – University of Minnesota-Duluth – NCAA
Diminutive defender with great offensive skill, but his size puts him at a disadvantage in the d-zone.
154. D – Joey Keane – Barrie Colts – OHL
Overage defender plays a pro style game and improved leaps and bounds this year.
155. RW – Nikolai Kovalenko – Loko Yaroslavl – MHL
Smart and physical winger with some solid offensive skill.
156. C – Gavin Hain – US NTDP – USHL
A shooter by nature, but his feet held him back.
157. RW – Arttu Nevasaari – Karpat U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
Dangerous offensive weapon knows how to protect the puck.
158. LW – Jack Randl – Omaha Lancers – USHL
Smart offensive winger has a knack for creating scoring chances.
159. D – Anton Malyshev – Loko Yaroslavl – MHL
Very strong defensive defender, but the puck skills need to improve.
160. D – Michael Kesselring – New Hampton School – USHS
Intriguing size and skating package, but very raw talent.
161. D – Santeri Salmela – KooKoo – Liiga
162. G – Ivan Prosvetov – Youngstown Phantoms – USHL
163. C – Angus Crookshank – Langley Rivermen – BCHL
164. C – Jake Goldowski – Saginaw Spirit – OHL
165. D – Spencer Stastney – US NTDP – USHL
166. D – Carter Robertson – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
167. LW – Justin Almeida – Moose Jaw Warriors – WHL
168. C – Mitchell Hoelscher – Ottawa 67’s – OHL
169. G – Kevin Mandolese – Cape Breton Screaming Eagles – QMJHL
170. G – Akira Schmid – Langnau U29 – Elite Jr. A
171. D – Maxwell Crozier – Nanaimo Clippers – BCHL
172. D – Danila Zhuravlyov – Irbis Kazan – MHL
173. RW – Samuel Fagemo – Frolunda HC J20– SuperElit
Speedy winger loves to get his shot off, and it’s a good one.
174. RW – Devlin McCabe – Lincoln Stars – USHL
175. C – David Lilja – BIK Karlskroga – Allsvenskan
176. RW – Connor Roberts – Flint Firebirds – OHL
177. LW – Jack Jensen – Eden Prairie High – USHS
178. LW – Jackson Cates – Waterloo Black Hawks – USHL
179. RW – Nikita A. Rozhkov – Stalnye Lisy Magnitogorsk – MHL
180. D – Adam McCormick – Cape Breton Screaming Eagles – QMJHL
181. G – Mitchell Gibson – Lone Star Brahmas – USHL
182. D – Jakob Bondesson – Rogle BK – SHL
183. D – Adam Samuelsson – US NTDP – USHL
184. C – Mathias Emilio Pettersen – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
185. C – Jacob Pivonka – US NTDP – USHL
186. G – Keegan Karki – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
187. LW – Liam Kirk – Sheffield Steelers – EIHL
188. C – Carl Wassenius – Enkopings SK – Division 1
189. LW – Lukas Wernblom – MODO Hockey – Allsvenskan
190. G – Amir Miftakov – Irbis Kazan – MHL
191. RW – Lauri Pajuniemi – TPS – Liiga
192. C – Jasper Weatherby – Wenatchee Wild – BCHL
193. D – Marcus Bjork – IK Oskarshamn – Allsvenskan
194. D – Jan Dluhos – HC Zlin U20 – Czech U20
195. LW – Carl Jakobsson – Farjestad BK J20 – SuperElit
196. D – Owen Lalonde – Guelph Storm – OHL
197. C – Andrej Kukaca – HK 95 Povazska Bystrica – Czech2
198. RW – Jack Perbix – Green Bay Gamblers – USHL
199. G – Jared Moe – Waterloo Black Hawks – USHL
200. D – Marc Del Gaizo – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL
201. D – Christian Krygier – Lincoln Stars – USHL
202. G – Zach Stejskal – Central Illinois Flying Aces – USHL
203. D – Martin Bodak – Kootenay Ice – WHL
204. D – Simon Johansso – Djurgardens IF – SHL
205. C – Brandon Saigeon – Hamilton Bulldogs – OHL
206. LW – Patrik Siikanen – Blues U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
207. LW – Ivan Muranov – MHK Dynamo Moskva – MHL
208. D – Vojtech Doktor – HC Ceske Budejovice U20 – Czech U20
209. G – Dominik Pavlat – SK Kadan – Czech2
210. LW – Karel Plasek – HC Kometa Brno – Czech
211. C – Curtis Douglas – Windsor Spitfires – OHL
212. LW – Paul Cotter – Lincoln Stars – OHL
213. D – Axel Rindell – HIFK U20 – Jr. A SM-liiga
214. G – David Tendeck – Vancouver Giants – WHL
215. D – Zack Malik – Sudbury Wolves – OHL
216. C – Tristen Nielsen – Calgary Hitmen – WHL
217. RW – Riley Hughes – St. Sebastian’s School – USHS
