Still voting for Rafikov, but also really like Kanzig (just in case I don't get to vote for him). It would not surprise me at all to see Kanzig make the Flames one day as a 6th defencemen. Kid is a smart player, with very good mobility for his size (which still needs work, but really good for his size). Nice long reach to go with the IQ.
Also, I am betting that Kanzig has a rough start to the year in the AHL, but builds up nicely. Being that big (height and build) almost works against you as a defencemen in the CHL - give any player a moderately hard hit, and you get called for a penalty. Will have to adjust his physical play in the pros, but I bet he becomes a more effective defencemen there than in juniors.
Still have Rafikov ahead as I think he has top 4 upside (and once again, I don't factor in the odds of him coming halfway around the world).
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