71. 1 between Wright and Cooley. 83 Gavin Hayes Flint (OHL) Perhaps they'll consider choosing Eklund's teammate Jonathan Lekkerimaki in this year's draft to bolster their scoring depth. He should be among the enticing prospects in the opening round of this year's draft. He is one of the best skaters available in this draft. David Jiricek: The Czech missed a good chunk of this season with a knee injury suffered at the World Junior Championship, but the 6-foot-3 blueliner has the size, bite, and physical tools to play a shutdown role. 10. We predicted the Anaheim Ducks could select USNTDP forward Frank Nazar in our previous mock draft. 32 Adam Ingram Youngtown (USHL) 6. The 6'1", 179-pound Del Bel Belluz's big leap forward this season garnered the attention of Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters, who considers the youngster "a high-end finisher." 73 Cruz Lucius USA U-18 (USHL) While the skill with the puck is evident both as a shooter and a playmaker, those down on him dont think he has the speed to keep up in the NHL. Teams who like Wright at No. A blueliner with his size, skill and cool head could be a solid addition to a big league blue line. 1 NHL centre, though many scouts have since downgraded that projection to no better than a No. Committed to playing for the University of Michigan next season, Casey will have the opportunity to improve his game against NCAA talent while also filling out physically. 37 Luca Del Bel Belluz Mississauga (OHL) He was ranked as high as No. Those traits are bound to draw the interest of teams seeking a future leader for their blue-line corps. 1. 64 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL) ", "The top defenceman in this years draft, so far anyway, is 6-foot-3 blueliner David Jiricek, who is No. Two, this consensus ranking has nothing to do with the preference of the team the Montreal Canadiens that is picking first overall. Kasper, 17, is at No. 27 Jack Hughes Northeastern (NCAA) On Thursday, TSN's Bob McKenzie released his pre-season rankings for the 2023 NHL Entry Draft after surveying 10 National Hockey League scouts. 1, for that matter. Nevertheless, only one scout surveyed by TSN actually took the leap and dropped Wright from the No. The information you requested is not available at this time, please check back again soon. Multiple scouts freely admitted that five years from now, the best player from the 2022 draft could be someone not named Slafkovsky or Wright. Those traits helped make him the captain of Team White in the 2022 Kubota CHL/NHL Prospects Game on March 23. Cooley is No. 2 and as low as No. His points per game have improved 1.14 as a 15-year-old to 1.24 as a now 17-year-old but so much more was expected in his draft year. The Buffalo Sabres acquired the Vegas Golden Knights' first-round pick (top-10 protected) as part of the return in last November's Jack Eichel trade. Bob's rankings are a poll of 10 scouts he has connections with. For me, Miroshnichenko has a higher ceiling.. 15 in our survey. Dubas sends 'we're all in' message to Leafs and he may not be done, Morning Coffee: Maple Leafs, Rangers add ahead Of TradeCentre, Dubas continues aggressive pursuit of competitive players on 'whirlwind' day. In fact, the top-ranked goalie is Prince George Cougar Tyler Brennan, who checks in at No. Capable of playing center or on the wing, the 18-year-old is in his second season with HK Poprad playing with and against professionals. 2 or No. Its a photo finish for the No. 12, is not viewed with the same uncertainty. 51 Noah Ostlund Djurgardens (SWE J-20) The 18-year-old center is in his first season with Northeastern, putting up 16 points in 38 games. 68 Cameron Lund Green Bay (USHL) Some NHL scouts see him more as a winger than a centre, but high-end smarts and skill level project him to be a top-six offensive forward in pro. Disappointing, that is, relative to his brilliant 2019-20 OHL rookie season (39 goals and 66 points in 58 games) and outstanding underage performance at the 2021 U-18 World Championship. 2 Shane Wright Kingston (OHL) The lowdown: Most in the industry believe that Mesar is a first rounder based on his speed and skill alone. Because theres a dearth of high-end goaltending talent in this years draft, a team looking to get the best goalie prospect in the draft could step up on him late in the first round and/or early in the second. Four of 10 scouts had Nemec in their top 5 but four also had him just outside their top 10. This offers a challenge to normalize the rankings. The Minnesota Wild traded prospect center Jack McBain on March 21 to the Arizona Coyotes after the youngster informed them he would not sign with them this summer. Hes also a better skater. Some scouts said theyre awaiting direction from ownership and/or management on policy or guidelines for drafting Russian players. 1 but are expressing some reservations: His engagement has been good, his production underwhelming given the expectations, one said. 67 Jordan Gustafson Seattle (WHL) - Its not looking like a banner year for Canadians in the draft. The lowdown: Kulich introduced himself on the world stage when he was named MVP of the U18 World Championship. The Drop column shows the difference in average between the person immediately above them in the rankings. Perhaps they'll give consideration to Pavel Mintyukov of the OHL's Saginaw Spirit as a potential long-term solution. That tournament was the only hockey Wright played in 2020-21 because of COVID-19. Nemec may be another poster boy for the wide divergence of opinion this year on top 10 prospects. 2022 Draft Rankings In the case of a tie in the average, the first tie breaker is the player with the best individual ranking, and the second tie breaker is the highest 2 overall selection from a scout, as did Russian winger Danila Yurov, who checks in at No. That group includes: No. To that end, here are thumbnail sketches of the remaining eight prospects in TSNs Top 10: 3. Sub 6-foot Finnish winger Joakim Kemell is No. 2 and Savoie at No. ", "Russian winger Miroshnichenko who got the only other No. The Pittsburgh Penguins must start seeking eventual replacements for longtime centers Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. That is because many of those players were not ranked by several sources, meaning the averages tended to be more equal. 5 and as low as No. Those who believe he has considerable offensive potential say hes a threat to be a top-five prospect in this draft. The lowdown: Bichsel is a defensive defenseman who already has NHL size at 6-foot-5.5 and 225 pounds. Rankings with over 200 players ranked only received a bump of source+5. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino cited Mateychuk's maturity and ability to adjust his game to his team's needs. As for Wrights competition for No. On March 4, NHL.com's Mike G. Morreale cited Savoie's coach, James Patrick, suggesting he could have more success at the NHL level as a winger. 7 on TSNs mid-season ranking, is a two-way threat, who can play a punishing shutdown defender role but skilled enough to contribute on offence, too. That is, players slotted from Nos. The Buffalo Sabres secured their third pick in this draft as part of the return from the Florida Panthers in last summer's Sam Reinhart trade. NHL Central Scouting listed Jiricek at No. Hes a classic case of great shooter, less than average skater who is great some nights and nowhere to be found other nights. The goal is to give you different perspectives from various sources indicating where the questions and pressure points are. HM Otto Salin HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.) By all accounts, his treatments went well, and hes been cleared to resume both on and off ice training, but team doctors and/or team owners could have as much say on Miroshnichenkos draft status as the scouts or general managers. In our scout survey, Gauthier was as high as No. 62 on TSNs Top 100 rankings. All of these rankings did not rank the same number of players. 1. 1 if he rediscovers his game. TSN's Bob McKenzie praised the 6'4", 218-pounder's unique blend of size, speed and skill. - One of the major storylines to follow will be how Russian prospects will be dealt with by the 32 NHL clubs. HM Lucas Edmonds Kingston (OHL) However, most of that production came before his recent slump, putting him behind last season's point-per-game effort of 31 points in 30 contests. "He went into this season being projected as a bona fide No. Leave a comment or express yourself on Twitter with your thoughts. The war with Ukraine and resulting sanctions have some NHL clubs unsure of how to proceed with Russian prospects, especially those who are playing and living in Russia. His U18 performance also helped his ranking with some scouts. His upside will depend on how his offensive game develops. The nationality breakdown for TSNs Top 32 is as follows: Canada (nine); United States (eight); Sweden, Russia and Slovakia (three each); Czechia and Finland (two apiece); and Austria and Switzerland (one each). TSN's Bob McKenzie singled out the 6'1", 192-pound Nemec's two-way abilities, particularly his offensive skills. Theres just not as much separation and fewer defined tiers of talent this year compared to others. 1 vote besides Wright is No. Chesley may not have the gaudy numbers or flashier style of some of his blue-line peers eligible for selection in this round. Dubas adds edge to Leafs as challenging playoff path looms. A natural scorer, he has 24 goals and 62 points with their under-18 team as well as 31 points in 21 games with the junior team in the USHL. They could choose the USNTDP's Ryan Chesley if he's still available by this stage of the first round. His performance also earned him a spot in the 2022 Kubota CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game on March 23. 1, he will have to demonstrate them on a more consistent basis. The 17-year-old right winger had 20 goals and 35 points in 26 games with Djurgardens' U20 team and seven goals and nine points in 26 games with their SHL squad. 5. The war with Ukraine and resulting sanctions have some NHL clubs unsure of how to proceed with Russian prospects, especially those who are playing and living in Russia. Ivan Miroshnichenko has been sidelined by Hodgkin's lymphoma and could miss all of next season, and that uncertainty means he is not in the first round here. 33 Elias Salomonsson Skellefte (SWE J-20) 52 Rieger Lorenz Okotoks (AJHL) Teams that have multiple first-round picks are seen as well positioned to perhaps make value selections on Russian players who might be available later than they would under normal circumstances. 1.. Heading next season to the NCAA's University of Minnesota-Duluth, Howard should continue to thrive in the college ranks. They could set their sights on Joakim Kemell of JYP in Finland's Liiga. 66 Otto Salin HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.) 9, is a heady two-way blueliner, a savvy puck mover with some offensive flair. He is also ranked outside the top-20 according to TSNs Craig Button and ranked outside the top-10 according to Bob McKenzie, which is significant given that its Hes also a better skater. 4. HM Vladimir Grudinin Moskva (MHL) Scoring punch at right wing has been an ongoing issue for the Edmonton Oilers. Zhilkin could go low in the first round or perhaps in the second round. No other top prospect had such a wide variance, although the other nine scouts had Miroshnichenko solidly in the top 10. At best, he projects as a 2C; at worst, a 3C. Those who believe he has considerable offensive potential say hes a threat to be a top-five prospect in this draft. 8 on the TSN list. He doesnt possess elite or wow factor offensive ability and hes not a punishing physical defender, but his skating and smarts give him the assets to be a No. The Arizona Coyotes got their third pick in this round as part of the return from the Colorado Avalanche in last summer's Darcy Kuemper trade. Logan Cooley:The U.S. U-18 national team centre was the only prospect besides Slafkovsky and Wright to get a No. He followed up last season's 14-point performance in 36 games with 16 points in 37 games this season. Still, scouts say Cooley plays hard and goes into heavy traffic and high-danger zones to make plays and score goals, elevating the players he plays alongside. 24 Alexander Perevalov Yaroslavl (MHL) WebOn Monday, TSN Hockey's Insider Bob McKenzie released his final draft rankings for the 2020 entry draft, in late-January he released his mid-season rankings. The only other goalie ranked by TSN is Finn Topias Leinonen, who is at No. Dubas adds edge to Leafs as challenging playoff path looms, Follow| Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 20 or lower. The headline will be that its the first time this season that includespre-season rankings in September;mid-season rankings in January;draft lottery edition rankings in April; and now the final rankings in June that someone other than Wright is No. Theres just not as much separation and fewer defined tiers of talent this year compared to others. 18 Ji Kulich Karlovy (CZE) 1 on their lists do believe he has the best chance to be upgraded from a sure-fire top-six forward to a top-line NHL winger. 41 Noah Warren Gatineau (QMJHL) 1 vote from our panel of scouts, but also got a few votes at No. 2. 4 to as low as No. Highest ranks: 9th (Central Scouting North American Final Rankings), 15th (TSNs Bob McKenzie), 18th (Dobber Prospects), Lowest ranks: 41st (Recruit Scouting), 39th (Elite Prospects), 38th (Future Considerations). Scott Wheeler listed only one among their top 10 in his 2022 rankings. WebHello Guys Welcome Back! He started the season as a consensus Top 5 pick but now theres no telling when he might be selected. McGroarty's size, competitiveness and scoring abilities should overcome any concerns about his speed. The two additions to the lineup have strong performances as the Canadiens win in San Jose again. For more information on prospects, be sure to check out our prospect profiles here. Four of 10 scouts surveyed by TSN had him in the spot immediately behind Wright. Some teams may proceed as they usually do, but there is a sense some others may shy away from taking Russians. In time, his size, skating ability and two-way skills should make him a solid addition to the Canucks' defense corps. The 6'2", 185-pound Snuggerud is ranked eighth by NHL Central Scouting among North American skaters. Bob McKenzie (TSN, ranked 90)Craig Button (TSN, ranked 96)HockeyProspect (ranked 112 skaters)Corey Pronman (The Athletic, ranked 131)Scott Wheeler (The Athletic, ranked 100)Future Considerations (ranked 300)Chris Peters (Daily Faceoff, ranked 100)EliteProspects.com (ranked 121)Will Scouch (ranked 92)Smaht Scouting (ranked 128)Recruit Scouting (ranked 224)McKeensHockey.com (ranked 224)The Hockey News (Ryan Kennedys online rankings, ranked 120)Draft Prospects (ranked 240)Dobber Prospects (ranked 100). CONSOLIDATED RANKING TOP 32. 3 and two more at No. The San Jose Sharks landed a fine young forward in the 2021 NHL draft when they took William Eklund of Djurgarderns IF in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL) with the seventh overall pick. The lowdown: Remember when Lambert was in the conversation for first overall? 22 Noah stlund Djurgarden (SWE J-20) He also liked the young winger's ability to shake off opposition checking to put himself in prime scoring areas. There are no slam dunks. Ranked No. Daily Faceoff's Chris Peters believes his skating and hockey sense should overcome any concerns about his 5'10", 183-pound frame. And many scouts still rave about his shot and conscientious commitment to play an all-around game, featuring maturity beyond his years when he doesnt have the puck. 1 spot on TSNs 2022 NHL Draft Final Ranking from @TSNBobMcKenzie and, by the slimmest of margins, its Juraj Slafkovsky over Shane Wright The Final Top 90 and 10 Honourable Mentions: https://t.co/n8kTicQVAH #TSNHockey | #DraftCentre pic.twitter.com/OUCyGa3mmq TSN Hockey 75 Josh Filmon Swift Current (WHL) TSN ranked only two Canadians in the top 10 Wright at No. He also plays a responsible defensive game, using his big frame to break up plays and move the puck quickly out of danger. Lambert's had his difficulties this season. 5 Juraj Slafkovsky TPS (SM Liiga Jr.) 35 Jack Hughes Northeastern (NCAA) He cited his ability to play a "punishing shutdown defender role" while still contributing to the offense. However, the Halifax Chronicle-Herald's Willy Palov observed a February slump in Gaucher's production had some scouts reassessing their evaluation of him. 76 Mattias Havelid Linkoping (SWE J-20) 58 Michael Buchinger Guelph (OHL) Its a peculiar draft year, said one NHL team head scout. 79 Artyom Duda Moskva (MHL) HM Jack Devine Denver (NCAA) With 31 points in 46 games, Luneau sits fourth among Olympiques scorers. He's the USNTDP Under-18s'leading scorer with 30 goals in 42 games and the top goalscorer with their USHL junior squad with 18 goals in as many games. The nationality breakdown of the top 32 is as follows: Canada 9; USA 8; Russia 5; Slovakia 3; and two each for Sweden, Finland and Czechia. A 6'5", 216-pounder, the 17-year-old Swiss-born Bichsel is in his first season playing for Leksands IF. 'If he was over 6 feet tall, hed probably be the [clear-cut] No. He already has plenty of international experience, skating in two World Junior under-20 tournaments and helping his country win a bronze medal at the 2022 Beijing Olympics. That versatility could burnish his stock in this year's draft as a two-position forward. 2 NHL centre. 1 overall. 5 among North American skaters. Though Savoie is small by the standards of NHL centers, the 5'9", 179-pounder is a very talented player. ", LHD, Saginaw (OHL): "Mintyukov, the Russian defenceman playing in Saginaw, is emerging as a red-hot commodity and rising draft star. Korchinski's size, unflappable demeanor and playmaking abilities have propelled him to a solid season in the WHL. NHL Central Scouting ranks him No. Every year, several prospects tend to cause disagreement amongst the scouting world. Gino Reda hosts a weekly syndicated radio show that profiles the excitement, news and insight of Canadian Amateur Hockey across Canada. He was ranked as high as No. Saginaws Mintyukov, at No. Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino suggested the 18-year-old could become the first defenseman selected in this year's draft with Czechia rearguard David Jiricek sidelined by a knee injury. 2, but two scouts had him at No. HM Lucas Edmonds Kingston (OHL) But hes still viewed as having a more mature, well-rounded game than Slafkovsky. The 17-year-old should be a good fit with the Arizona Coyotes given the lack of skilled centers among Scott Wheeler's ranking of theirtop five prospects. Its really that tight in the eyes of so many scouts. Many of the players ranked from Nos. 1, while four scouts slotted the Kingston Frontenac centre in the top spot. 66 Aleksanteri Kaskimaki HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.) 85 Cruz Lucius USA U-18 (USHL) With Scott Wheeler's prospect rankings showing them with a lack of skilled right-handed defensemen, the USNTDP's Seamus Casey could be someone on their radar at this year's draft. Some scouts view him as a legit threat to crack the top five he ranged from as high as No. Despite Lambert's production woes this season, NHL Central Scouting placed him at No. We previously had the Arizona Coyotes selecting Nathan Gaucher with this pick, which was received from the Montreal Canadiens as part of the return in last summer's Christian Dvorak trade. As we have them choosing a forward in Frank Nazar with their own pick earlier in the draft, they could consider selecting a right-shot defenseman given their lack of one among their top prospects. Its time to turn our attention to the most divisive prospects of the 2022 NHL Draft. Some other observations on TSNs mid-season rankings: The top 10 is a veritable United Nations, including three Canadians, two Russians, two Slovaks, one American, one Finn and one Czech. The lowdown: The big question with Snuggerud is his skating and ability to keep up. Some scouts view him as a legit threat to crack the top five he ranged from as high as No. Still, his youth and potential could prove attractive to a club in need of scoring like the Blue Jackets. 8. During his midseason draft rankings on Jan. 20, Bob McKenzie indicated two scouts surveyed by TSN suggested Wright's first-half performance left open the Born in Russia, Zhilkin's family moved to Canada when he was a child. Logan Cooley: The U.S. U-18 national team centre was the only prospect besides Slafkovsky and Wright to get a No. The lowdown: Its easy to see why there is a lot of excitement for Pickering. Outside of the top-three players, the rest of the draft appears to be wide open. 6 and as low as No. 75 Spencer Sova Erie (OHL) His size and offensive abilities could make him an attractive draft option for the rebuilding Red Wings. They appreciated his speed and puck-handling abilities, with Peters pointing out the youngster dominates when playing among his peer group in international competition. We'll continue to include them in our mock for the time being, however. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. , OHL Images. What separates Slafkovsky from Wright for me is that hes bigger, he played harder, he was more consistent with his competitiveness, and he stepped up to produce on big stages [Olympics and world championship], another NHL head scout said. Luneau will likely need another season in junior followed by a year or two of AHL experience. The 17-year-old left winger could still be a player on their radar at this stage. His skating is good but not great, and he projects as solid top-four defenceman who, like Nemec, could be a 2-3. 89 Alexander Suzdalev HV 71 (SWE J-20) 87 Ben MacDonald Noble & Greenough (USHS) '", "Joakim Kemell is No. They could attempt to address that need in this year's draft by choosing Conor Geekie of the WHL's Winnipeg Ice. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. 2. Nemec is 6th on my rankings and Jiricek is 9th. That list includes: No. 77 Simon Forsmark Orebro (SWE J-20) 49 Julian Lutz Mnchen (DEL) Slafkovsky was ranked No. 2 prospect, whileNHL Central Scoutingplaced him second among North American skaters in their midseason rankings. He's committed to playing for Boston College next season, giving him time to develop his offensive skills. McKenzie felt high expectations created by Wright's outstanding performance prior to this season has some scouts expecting more from him this season. He also noted the young Slovak plays a solid game without the puck. The only other goalie ranked by TSN is Finn Topias Leinonen, who is at No. Alexander Ovechkin has been the Washington Capitals' first-line left wing since his NHL debut in 2005. Mind you, there seems to be a distinction being made between Russians who are already playing in North America versus the Russians playing in Russia. Some NHL clubs have created a separate list of Russian prospects. He doesnt possess elite or wow factor offensive ability and hes not a punishing physical defender, but his skating and smarts give him the assets to be a No. His range in our survey was as high as No. Club order of draft selection is not a factor in our survey of scouts and TSNs ranking of players. We had the Tampa Bay Lightning choosing Alexander Perevalov in our previous mock draft. It was more difficult to get consensus rankings on the Russians this year because not all teams are ranking Russians as they have in the past. The lowdown: The biggest question asked about McGroarty is his skating. 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