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Originally Posted by Niemo
If we draft 9th, are Buium are Parekh still there? Can someone compare them for me? I see Parekh rated higher but judging from scouting reports (I’ve seen neither), Buium sounds like the better skater and more well rounded while still possessing high end offense. Any draft guru care to chime in?
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Originally Posted by dissentowner
Buium reminds me of Hanifin. Parekh could become the best offensive D man in the NHL. His defense also isn't as bad as some make out, it's average. He is pretty good disrupting with his stick. Parekh has a higher ceiling but also a lower floor if his skills don't translate. I don't see that happening though.
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Dissentowner is right- if Parekh can fullfill his potential, we're talking about a player who will one day lead the league in scoring by D. If you look at some draft year numbers:
Makar had 1.39 ppg in the AJHL.
Parekh has 1.45 ppg in the OHL.
Buium has 1.19 ppg in the NCAA.
The OHL is a higher level of hockey than the AJHL.
If the Flames were to pick Parekh, I would be happy because I trust the scouts. I just have reservations about how his overall game will translate, and the way he tries to do too much by himself. I also have questions about his attitude.
Buium could also be among the league leaders in points one day by D, don't discount how good he's been against men in his draft year.