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Sandman · 02-28-2026, 06:42 AM

Draft Thoughts:

Feb.28th: "W"-rated LW/C Cohen Klassen (6'0",177lbs), seems to be a fairly complete player, with a well-rounded skillset, and a solid all-around game, but he may not possess enough "special" elements to entice scouts come draft-day. He started the season off well, with 17 points in his first 25 contests, but has only been able to contribute 13 in his last 26, for a total of 30 points (10 goals) in 51 games- which prorates to 12 goals and 36 points in 62 tilts on the season. This has led Central Scouting to put him #142 for North American Skaters in their Mid-Term Rankings. His team, the Regina Pats, are in 17th-place (out of 23 teams), and currently rank 13th in goals for (201 in 57 games), so there's not really an abundance of top-talent to work with there.

While he hovers around average in most categories in terms of tools, he can play in any situation, moves the needle in both ends of the ice, and contributes to both sides of special teams in Regina. He has even been put in a shut-down role at times for the Pats, with uncommon strength (he is farmboy strong, born in Martensville, SK) and a fairly sturdy physical style; he is hard-working, energetic, and competitive, and not afraid to muck and grind when needed. Klassen is an impactful defensive forward with solid awareness in his own-zone, pro-style habits, and a plus-level attention to detail; he is an intelligent off-puck player who reads the play well enough to always be in proper position, and makes himself a constant, available passing option to get the puck flowing in the right direction. Klassen isn't much of a goal-scoring threat, but he exhibits an elevated level of playmaking vision, creativity, and IQ to feed his linemates in advantageous positions on the ice. He is an excellent skater with a good top-speed, showing well-honed puck-skill that enables him to carry through traffic, and drive the play through transition. Klassen is one of the youngest players in the draft as well, with a September 8th, 2008 birthdate. Look for him in the late-rounds.

02-28-2026, 06:42 AM	#2211
Sandman Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Calgary Exp:	Draft Thoughts: Feb.28th: "W"-rated LW/C Cohen Klassen (6'0",177lbs), seems to be a fairly complete player, with a well-rounded skillset, and a solid all-around game, but he may not possess enough "special" elements to entice scouts come draft-day. He started the season off well, with 17 points in his first 25 contests, but has only been able to contribute 13 in his last 26, for a total of 30 points (10 goals) in 51 games- which prorates to 12 goals and 36 points in 62 tilts on the season. This has led Central Scouting to put him #142 for North American Skaters in their Mid-Term Rankings. His team, the Regina Pats, are in 17th-place (out of 23 teams), and currently rank 13th in goals for (201 in 57 games), so there's not really an abundance of top-talent to work with there. While he hovers around average in most categories in terms of tools, he can play in any situation, moves the needle in both ends of the ice, and contributes to both sides of special teams in Regina. He has even been put in a shut-down role at times for the Pats, with uncommon strength (he is farmboy strong, born in Martensville, SK) and a fairly sturdy physical style; he is hard-working, energetic, and competitive, and not afraid to muck and grind when needed. Klassen is an impactful defensive forward with solid awareness in his own-zone, pro-style habits, and a plus-level attention to detail; he is an intelligent off-puck player who reads the play well enough to always be in proper position, and makes himself a constant, available passing option to get the puck flowing in the right direction. Klassen isn't much of a goal-scoring threat, but he exhibits an elevated level of playmaking vision, creativity, and IQ to feed his linemates in advantageous positions on the ice. He is an excellent skater with a good top-speed, showing well-honed puck-skill that enables him to carry through traffic, and drive the play through transition. Klassen is one of the youngest players in the draft as well, with a September 8th, 2008 birthdate. Look for him in the late-rounds.