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Sandman · 01-29-2026, 12:59 AM

Draft Thoughts:

Jan.28th: Ilya Morozov is the real deal. The "B"-rated LHC has seen his points-production decrease recently (1 point in his last 10 games), but it doesn't make his freshman season in the NCAA as the youngest player in the circuit any less impressive, sporting 7 goals and 14 points in 24 games currently. Morozov was measured at 6'2.5",197lbs by Central Scouting, and he doesn't turn 18 until August 3rd, 2008. If his season ended today, his ppg of .58 would represent the 64th-best season of all-time by a U-18 player in the NCAA, or the 21st-best U-18 season (by ppg) in the last 35 years. In their Mid-Term Rankings, Central Scouting put him at #8 among North American Skaters.

Morozov's game is mostly simple, straightforward and projectable, with highly robust physicality, and a detailed, hard-working defensive approach. Highly competitive, he gives second, and third efforts in puck battles, and uses his frame as leverage to control the boards, and finish all of his checks. He is not a speed merchant, with some deficiencies in his start-up and acceleration, but he's a powerful skater at top-speed- capable of winning races and separating from attackers in open-ice. Though he lacks flash or dynamism, his IQ is off the charts, giving him acute anticipation, proactive positioning, and the ability to spot open passing seams or routes to the net. Most say that he leans towards his playmaking as his primary weapon, but he's actually quite well-balanced offensively- though he does display sound instincts, and top-notch vision, as well as the ability to shift defenses with delays and deception. His shot is hard and accurate, with the ability to pick corners while in-flight, and he's not at all afraid to compete in hard areas, such as the front of the net, and below the goal-line. Morozov is hard-working, plays a heavy game, and owns a relentless motor- he routinely plays over 20 minutes per game, in all situations against men. Many question if he will be able to play on an NHL top-line, but even if he can't- he will be the ideal middle-six center in the show. The downturn in his offensive output is a bit of a concern, but still- look for him in the late first-round.

01-29-2026, 12:59 AM	#1771
Sandman Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Calgary Exp:	Draft Thoughts: Jan.28th: Ilya Morozov is the real deal. The "B"-rated LHC has seen his points-production decrease recently (1 point in his last 10 games), but it doesn't make his freshman season in the NCAA as the youngest player in the circuit any less impressive, sporting 7 goals and 14 points in 24 games currently. Morozov was measured at 6'2.5",197lbs by Central Scouting, and he doesn't turn 18 until August 3rd, 2008. If his season ended today, his ppg of .58 would represent the 64th-best season of all-time by a U-18 player in the NCAA, or the 21st-best U-18 season (by ppg) in the last 35 years. In their Mid-Term Rankings, Central Scouting put him at #8 among North American Skaters. Morozov's game is mostly simple, straightforward and projectable, with highly robust physicality, and a detailed, hard-working defensive approach. Highly competitive, he gives second, and third efforts in puck battles, and uses his frame as leverage to control the boards, and finish all of his checks. He is not a speed merchant, with some deficiencies in his start-up and acceleration, but he's a powerful skater at top-speed- capable of winning races and separating from attackers in open-ice. Though he lacks flash or dynamism, his IQ is off the charts, giving him acute anticipation, proactive positioning, and the ability to spot open passing seams or routes to the net. Most say that he leans towards his playmaking as his primary weapon, but he's actually quite well-balanced offensively- though he does display sound instincts, and top-notch vision, as well as the ability to shift defenses with delays and deception. His shot is hard and accurate, with the ability to pick corners while in-flight, and he's not at all afraid to compete in hard areas, such as the front of the net, and below the goal-line. Morozov is hard-working, plays a heavy game, and owns a relentless motor- he routinely plays over 20 minutes per game, in all situations against men. Many question if he will be able to play on an NHL top-line, but even if he can't- he will be the ideal middle-six center in the show. The downturn in his offensive output is a bit of a concern, but still- look for him in the late first-round.