I went with Kulak this round. I think it is a bit of a reach saying he has top-pairing potential, but it wouldn't be totally crazy (just a bit crazy). I do think he has the potential to become a solid top 4 defender, and a good on the PP. Great skater, great at carrying the puck, great on the point, great first pass, and most importantly very good defensively (always important when your defencemen actually play defence, no?). He has also spent a few years on a lousy team being played in all situations that he probably wouldn't have seen if he was on a stacked team, and was counted on for leadership. This kid has been developing very nicely.
Ferland and Arnold were right behind, or even ahead of Kulak.
Ferland can be that presence on any line that can keep up in terms of play ability. He has great finishing ability, he is great in the corners and can dig the puck out for his linemates, he can pass well, and he will knock someone's block off if they decide to get too rough with someone on the team. That is a very, very good combination to have. I am betting had he been healthy this past season, he might have gone in the top 10 somewhere.
Arnold is a guy that you can also throw onto any line. Gaudreau is sublimely skilled, and Arnold was a great linemate for him. I do think he fits in more as a 3rd line center or winger in the future, he is a guy that will give a line stability. Great 200ft game, big body (not too tall, but thick and strong as an ox), great in the corners, and very good defensively. You have to remember Gaudreau capitalized on many chances by having a very smart Arnold breaking up the other teams' attacks and getting the puck out to him. Great character from all reports as well (though this sounds a bit like a broken record really, as this organization seems to really focus on drafting character).
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