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Sandman · 02-06-2026, 07:15 AM

Draft Thoughts:

Feb.6th: To my surprise, LW Sawyer Dingman, son of Calgary Flames' 1994 first-round draft-pick Chris Dingman, was ranked as the #100 North American Skater in Central Scouting's Mid-Term List. It seems that the 6'4",225lb monster has seen plenty of growth throughout the season. The Edmonton-born winger, who is one of the youngest players available in this draft-class, with a September 11th birthday, has picked up 21 points (12 goals) in 43 games thus far with the Swift Current Broncos of the WHL. Those numbers prorate to 31 in 63 games, which is actually not that bad when considering that the Broncos are the worst squad in the league, and the lowest-scoring, with Dingman 8th in scoring on the team- and only 6 points out of third. He has already amassed 73 PIM, which projects to 107 at season's end.

Like his father, Dingman's biggest assets are his size, physicality, and snarl, while his biggest detriment is his skating. He doesn't get enough power from a short, wonky stride on an upright posture, and though he is strong on his skates, he lacks agility on his edges. Even still, he seems to have the foresight to be in proper position to exert a strong defensive presence in all three zones, and has the range to disrupt his opponents' attack, as early as their breakout. His ability to read the play also affords him the opportunity to hunt down puck-carriers to punish them with bone-jarring hits. He puts the "power" in power-forward, and can control the boards, while proving to be an unstoppable force when driving the net, and an immoveable object when parked in front of the crease. Dingman wins 50/50 battles, and rarely gets outmuscled. Also like his father, Dingman has surprisingly soft hands to beat goalies in-tight, and will pounce on loose pucks to clean up garbage around the crease. There are flashes of real skill, but what really bodes well for his future is that he actually possesses solid awareness in the defensive zone, with sound positioning and an ability to put pressure on attackers with his long reach, well-timed stick, and through physical intimidation. Scouts will also like the fact that he will drop the gloves in defense of his teammates. Look for him in later-rounds.

02-06-2026, 07:15 AM	#1908
Sandman Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Calgary Exp:	Draft Thoughts: Feb.6th: To my surprise, LW Sawyer Dingman, son of Calgary Flames' 1994 first-round draft-pick Chris Dingman, was ranked as the #100 North American Skater in Central Scouting's Mid-Term List. It seems that the 6'4",225lb monster has seen plenty of growth throughout the season. The Edmonton-born winger, who is one of the youngest players available in this draft-class, with a September 11th birthday, has picked up 21 points (12 goals) in 43 games thus far with the Swift Current Broncos of the WHL. Those numbers prorate to 31 in 63 games, which is actually not that bad when considering that the Broncos are the worst squad in the league, and the lowest-scoring, with Dingman 8th in scoring on the team- and only 6 points out of third. He has already amassed 73 PIM, which projects to 107 at season's end. Like his father, Dingman's biggest assets are his size, physicality, and snarl, while his biggest detriment is his skating. He doesn't get enough power from a short, wonky stride on an upright posture, and though he is strong on his skates, he lacks agility on his edges. Even still, he seems to have the foresight to be in proper position to exert a strong defensive presence in all three zones, and has the range to disrupt his opponents' attack, as early as their breakout. His ability to read the play also affords him the opportunity to hunt down puck-carriers to punish them with bone-jarring hits. He puts the "power" in power-forward, and can control the boards, while proving to be an unstoppable force when driving the net, and an immoveable object when parked in front of the crease. Dingman wins 50/50 battles, and rarely gets outmuscled. Also like his father, Dingman has surprisingly soft hands to beat goalies in-tight, and will pounce on loose pucks to clean up garbage around the crease. There are flashes of real skill, but what really bodes well for his future is that he actually possesses solid awareness in the defensive zone, with sound positioning and an ability to put pressure on attackers with his long reach, well-timed stick, and through physical intimidation. Scouts will also like the fact that he will drop the gloves in defense of his teammates. Look for him in later-rounds.