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Originally Posted by The Original FFIV
SB Nations's 41-80. Names that haven't been mentioned as potential UFA targets:
http://www.sbncollegehockey.com/2014...rospects-41-60
http://www.sbncollegehockey.com/2014...=articlebottom
51. Christian Folin, Defense, UMass-Lowell (Free Agent)
There was widespread speculation that he was leaving Lowell after last season, but he returned for his sophomore campaign. He's got a rocket of a shot and plays Norm Bazin's puck possession style to perfection. He's getting better defensively, but should probably return to get a little more seasoning. He's an older college player so has less upside than some of the other defensemen on this list.
http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/p...php?pid=130891
58. Zach Tolkinen, Defense, Quinnipiac (Free Agent)
Lost in Quinnipiac's high flying offense is the fact the Bobcats have some very good blue liners. He's a big, bruising defender out of Minnesota who plays a very simple game. He isn't flashy, but he was invited to an NHL Development Camp last summer for a reason. His offensive instincts have progressed, but he's the type of player who could be a fifth or sixth defender at the next level bases on his size and defensive prowess.
http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/p...php?pid=123702
67. Eli Lichtenwald, Forward, Union(Free Agent)
The lumbering freshman forward came in to Union as an older freshman and has performed well. He's a big body that goes in the dirty areas and can muck and grind it. He projects as a fourth liner at the next level with the ability to chip in offensively.
http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/p...php?pid=132963
73. Kenney Morrison, Defense, Western Michigan(Free Agent)
Morrison is a big defender with excellent offensive capabilities. He's always been a threat on the power play for Western Michigan, but in his sophomore season, his ice-time and responsibilities have really started to increase. He's still a bit raw on the defensive end, but his upside as a power play quarterback is tremendous.
http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/p...php?pid=132107
78. Bryce Van Brabant, Forward, Quinnipiac(Free Agent)
The junior has really come on strong this season, potting 14 goals after having found the back of the net just nine times in his first two seasons combined. He's a big, powerful winger whose net presence is intimidating. He could play a myriad of roles at the next level, but a power forward who can bring toughness on the third or fourth line is probably his calling.
http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/p...php?pid=123961 |
Looks like we're in on Van Brabant:
Bryce Van Brabant, LW
Junior, Quinnipiac University (ECAC)
There aren’t many players in the NCAA who are as punishing as Bryce Van Brabant, who doles out some of the hardest checks in all of college hockey. And it is that ultra-aggressive style along with his vastly improved offensive game that has made Van Brabant one of this season’s most coveted collegiate free agents.
Among the NHL teams vying for the junior winger are the Calgary Flames and the Edmonton Oilers. Van Brabant attended both teams’ prospect camps this past summer.
The Morinville, AB native has posted 20 points (14 goals, six assists) in 36 games to date for the Bobcats. Where Van Brabant has been especially dangerous this season has been on Quinnipiac’s power-play. Of his 14 goals, nine have come with the man advantage, which ties him for the most on the team. Furthermore, his 14 goals are nearly triple his total from last season.
Van Brabant is a 6’3”, 205-pound power forward who thrives in the physical side of the game. He currently leads the nation with 105 penalty minutes. While he has established himself as one of the NCAA’s toughest players, he uses his size and strength very effectively in other areas, as well. Van Brabant’s strong frame and tenacity on the puck makes him difficult to move off of the puck, which is evident in his play in front of the net.
Van Brabant’s increased point production can be attributed to his persistence in gaining and maintaining puck control and his improved cycling ability. Van Brabant has also developed more foot speed and his strides are smoother. One area where Van Brabant continues to be quite good is on the defensive side. He uses his frame and long reach advantageously in stripping pucks and slowing down opponents.
http://www.hockeysfuture.com/article...s/#more-104605