Prospect Info: With the 139th overall pick in the 2022 draft, the Ducks select Connor Hvidston
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MMC
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Good solid pick. One of the youngest draft eligible players. Bottom 6 forward type as he's very responsible on the defensive end. Also represented Canada in WJC U18.
ShadowDuck
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As one of the youngest players in this draft at 17 years old, it’s no surprise that he’s not ranked by a lot of outlets right now. However, that doesn’t mean he should be looked over as a possible late-round pick. In fact, he should be selected based on his defensive game alone. On a bad team in Swift Current, scouts were impressed with his ability to carry the load in his own zone when the rest of his squad seemed to forget the word “defense”. His offensive game is still a work in progress, but based on the video I saw, his shot and hands around the net could potentially be translated to the pro level at some point. However, it’s difficult to judge based on just one season in the WHL. As such, it’s going to be interesting to see how much he progresses in the coming seasons as he doesn’t turn 18 until mid-September.
Connor Hvidston – NHL Draft Projection
As I mentioned at the outset, Hvidston is not highly thought of in the prospect community right now. However, considering his polished defensive game, he could get some love in the fourth or fifth round. Peter and I have him going later in the fourth at 125th and 111th respectively, so we will see if an NHL…
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Connor Hvidston – NHL Draft Projection
As I mentioned at the outset, Hvidston is not highly thought of in the prospect community right now. However, considering his polished defensive game, he could get some love in the fourth or fifth round. Peter and I have him going later in the fourth at 125th and 111th respectively, so we will see if an NHL…
Connor Hvidston - 2022 NHL Draft Prospect Profile - VCP Hockey
2021-22 Team: Swift Current Broncos (WHL)Date of Birth: September 11, 2004Place of Birth: Tisdale, SK, CanadaHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 165 poundsShoots: LeftPosition:
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Connor Hvidston - 2022 NHL Draft Prospect Profile
One of the youngest players in the 2022 NHL Draft, Connor Hvidston impressed with his polished defensive game for the Swift Current Broncos.
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WhatTheDuck
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Easy to follow the thought process here. Seems to be hard working, smart player and at 6'2 165 lbs, little doubt that he has a ton of physical growth left. Not to be that guy, but at the same age the profile isn't far off from Troy Terry's. They are the type of profile that can change the most over the course of 5-6 years of development.
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I think the upside might be higher than that. If this kid is put in a more offensive role I wonder if he pops. Solid swing.
I changed my post after finding out he's a center. Either way I love this pick for a 5th rounder. The best pick after Minty.
WhatTheDuck
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Definitely still a kid, can be a whole new athlete some day at 6'2 200
The Midnight Burrito
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This reminds me what a great night those kids must have had after hearing their names called. But, I'm pretty sure nobody had a better night than Maveric Lamoureux's dad.
10 of his 13 goals came in the second part of the season.
He is even 1 day younger than Zellweger and Terry were in their respective draft years. While I don't see the same offensive potential, I am absolutely loving this pick – it seems there is a lot of untapped potential
JabbaJabba
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You guys might want to keep a closer eye on this kid. Off to a great start with 13 points in 13 games. Going to Ducks camp really opened his eyes about reaching his true potential, and he's showcasing that every night this year.
GunnarStahl
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We got lucky that Hvidston was/is underdevelopped physically and had a meh season production wise last year. He is also almost eligible for the 2023 draft how young he is. To me that looks like Terry pick all over again.
Hard to tell what the impact will he of him, but I see a top9 NHL player. It will take some years for him to come up on his own and remains to be seen how good he really can be
Another huge game last night. A goal and two assists. +3, 16 for 26 on faceoffs. 20 points in 16 games. Last year he didn't hit 20 points until his 40th game of the season.
Bumping this with an update for you all.
Now up to 34 points (10-24-34) in 33 games. New career high in points in 25 fewer games. His two-way play is outstanding. Consistently matched up with other team's top line every night. His maturity is leaps and bounds ahead of where it was last year. Really impressed with what I've seen this season.
Very early in the year he dropped the gloves to defend a teammate, and I could not believe how badly he beat the wheels off this kid. Connor Hvidston vs. Brayden Barnett, October 08, 2022 - Swift Current Broncos vs. Regina Pats
Now up to 34 points (10-24-34) in 33 games. New career high in points in 25 fewer games. His two-way play is outstanding. Consistently matched up with other team's top line every night. His maturity is leaps and bounds ahead of where it was last year. Really impressed with what I've seen this season.
Very early in the year he dropped the gloves to defend a teammate, and I could not believe how badly he beat the wheels off this kid. Connor Hvidston vs. Brayden Barnett, October 08, 2022 - Swift Current Broncos vs. Regina Pats
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I like the optimism, but let's not get too ahead of ourselves here.
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