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Originally Posted by hockey.modern
Any new speculations as to what the Canucks want to do with their pick? D or F?
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When Benning did an interview on TSN radio post-lottery, it sounded like he didn't see any of Chychrun, Juolevi, or Sergachev having #1 defenseman potential (that they were closer to being #2 guys) and that they wouldn't use the pick on them, preferring Tkachuk or Dubois who have top-line winger potential. He also liked Brown but I don't know if he's a serious consideration for them at 5.
I believe he also said he hasn't had his final meeting with scouts, so maybe things change.
If I had to guess right now I think the top 5 forwards will go top 5. Dubois to Edmonton (gross), leaving Tkachuk to Vancouver (gross).
I'm also looking for any news that might give us hints as to what Edmonton and Vancouver want to do. Reminds me tracking the top 4 teams leading up to the 2014 draft.