Carolina Hurricanes 2022 CPHL Draft
Due to a work schedule being affected by the Hamilton Bulldogs Memorial Cup run, the Hurricanes GM had considered opting out of the 2022 CPHL draft. Thankfully Grant was able to step in for the long-time Hurricanes architect and make the 12 selections for the future modern era dynasty Hurricanes
Huge thanks to Grant for making the picks and setting up the Hurricane's future
Due to the nature of this year's draft and not being present, The Hurricanes just simply wrote down 4 names with the expectation that if the club walked away with two of these players then the draft would have been a complete win. Grant managed to draft 3 of the 4 highlighted players... I guess it was a long shot anyway that Shane Wright would drop to the 3rd round.
Once again like in previous years the Hurricanes drafted into their strengths, mainly solidifying their backend and down the middle of the Ice. With a focus on puck-moving transitional rearguards, the Canes were able to add Michael Buchinger, Otto Salin and London Knights Isaiah George. The Hurricanes add to what is a start-studded prospect pool for your defenceman in the new NHL game.
When it came to center the Canes went out of the limb and drafted Matyas Sapovaliv and David Goyette ahead of the rankings. Sapovaliv, the 6'4: center for the Saginaw Spirit is expected to be drafted in the 1st round of the NHL draft. To steal a player like that was being overlooked by scouting publications was exactly the move that the Hurricanes have put themselves in a position to make. Goyette ste[s into the Canes prospect pool hoping to fill the void created by the terrible player development that the NHL Arizona Coyotes did to Barrett Hayton.
Getting great value on North Bay Battalion's Liam Arnsby and the addition of goaltending prospect Reid Dyck was a cherry on top for the organization. The Hurricanes have dreadful in the goaltending scouting department and the Minnesota Wild have been the leaders in that position in regards to sporting talent.
27 - C David Goyette
2021-22 Team: Sudbury Wolves (OHL)
Date of Birth: March 27, 2004
Place of Birth: Saint-Jérôme, QC, CAN
Ht: 5-foot-11 Wt: 174 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Center
Strengths: Puck skills, Skating, Offensive IQ, Creativity, Passing
41- Matyas Sapovaliv
2021-22 Team: Saginaw Spirit (OHL)
Date of Birth: Feb. 12, 2004
Place of Birth: Kladno, CZE
Ht: 6-foot-4 Wt: 190 pounds
Shoots: L
Position: Center
Strengths:Quick accurate shot, Vision and IQ, Playmaking, Two-way play, Faceoff dependability
55 - Michael Buchinger
2021-22 Team: Guelph Storm (#4)
Date of Birth: Apr 25, 2004
Place of Birth: Markham, ON, Canada
Ht: 6-foot Wt: 185 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Defense
Strengths: Skating, Always thinking offense, Transition passing, Highly competitive, Smart/making quick decisions
78 - Otto Salin
2021-22 Team: HIFK (Liiga)
Date of Birth: Nov. 2, 2003
Place of Birth: Helsinki, Finland
Ht: 5 foot 11 Wt: 192 pounds
Shoots: Right
Position: Defense
Strengths: Skating, Offensive Instincts, Accurate Passing. Willingness to shoot, Puck-moving ability
81 - Isaiah George
2021-22 Team: London Knights (OHL)
Date of Birth: Feb. 15, 2004
Place of Birth: Oakville, ON, CAN
Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 194 lbs
Shoots: L
Position: Defence
Strengths: Skating ability- speed and effortless stride, Versatility to play different roles on a team, Athleticism to cover significant territory on the ice, Closing gaps in the neutral zone, Moving the puck in transition
83 - Jack Devine
2021-22 Team: University of Denver (NCAA)
Date of Birth: Oct. 2, 2003
Place of Birth: Glencoe, IL, USA
Ht: 5-foot-11 Wt: 172 pounds
Shoots: Right
Position: Right Wing
Strengths: Defensive pass anticipation, Vision, Forecheck, Off-puck play, Championship experience
86 - Ryan Greene
2021-22 Team: Green Bay Gamblers (USHL)
Date of Birth: Oct. 21, 2003
Place of Birth: Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada
Height: 6-foot-2, Weight: 174 pounds
Shoots: Right
Position: Center
Strengths: Speed, Defensive Awareness, Playmaking, Agility
104 - Fraser Minten
021-22 Team: Kamloops Blazers (WHL)
Date of Birth: July 5, 2004
Place of Birth: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 185 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Center
Strengths: Two-way game, Play along the boards, Penalty Killing, Net-front presence
111 - Brennan Ali
2021-22 Team: Lincoln Stars (USHL)
Date of Birth: February 9, 2004
Place of Birth: Glencoe, IL, USA
Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 194 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Center
Strengths: Size, Skating ability, Puck-handling skills, Shooting
128 - Angus Booth
2021-22 Team: Shawinigan Cataractes (QMJHL)
Date of Birth: Apr. 27, 2004
Place of Birth: Montreal, QC
Ht: 6-foot-1 Wt: 176 pounds
Shoots: Left
Position: Defense
Strengths: Defensive Awareness, Skating, Vision, Hockey IQ, Puckhandling
132 - Reid Dyck
2021-22 Team: Swift Current Broncos (WHL)
Date of Birth: Jan 20, 2004
Place of Birth: Winkler, Manitoba
Height: 6-foot-4, Weight: 194 pounds
Catches: Left
Position: Goaltender
Strengths: NHL-ready size, Creativity, Agility and speed for his size, High compete level
139 - Liam Arnsby
2021-22 Team: North Bay Battalion (OHL)
Date of Birth: Nov. 20, 2003
Place of Birth: Ajax, ON, Canada
Ht: 5-foot-11 Wt: 183 lbs
Shoots: R
Position: Center
Strengths: Tough gritty playstyle, Good hockey IQ, Great shot, Proven leader on the ice
Player bios and Strengths taken from thehockeywriters.com