06-13-2024, 11:23 AM
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#4221
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: San Fernando Valley
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Originally Posted by stemit14
In terms of being a goal-scorer, yes. But Coronato was also praised for his defensive game and being relentless on the forecheck when he was drafted. Most profiles I have seen of Eiserman limit him to only goal scoring… to the point that every other facet of his game is considered average to below average.
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If anything Iginla's draft profile is closer to Coronato's. It's why I would personally go defenseman or Catton. Not that I don't like Coronato or Iginla and more that one of these defenseman or Catton addresses more of what the organization is missing.
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06-13-2024, 12:01 PM
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#4222
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Singapore
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Originally Posted by sureLoss
Eiserman would be a great pick if you already have a core group of forwards with a franchise center to unlock his offensive potential.
But he wouldn't be someone you would want to build a team around IMO.
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I agree. Based on what I've seen and read about Eiserman, he seems like he might be like Brock Boeser in the NHL. Great complementary player if you already have an Elias Petterson.
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06-13-2024, 12:09 PM
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#4223
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First Line Centre
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Robbob
The thing that gives be pause with him, is that we heard a lot of the same things with Coranato in his draft.
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He has actually been compared to Wahlstrom which is what should give you pause..
Coronato just killed it in his rookie AHL season. What is with the negativity on him?
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06-13-2024, 12:19 PM
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#4224
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: SW Ontario
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Eiserman's shot is much better than Coronato's or Wahlstrom's. His shot is Austin Matthews good.
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06-13-2024, 12:31 PM
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#4225
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Bay Area
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Couple good articles on athletic. One from Pronman compares 2024 draftees to 2023 and buckets them.
Bedard out front.
Then Celebrini, Fantilli, Carlsson in a bucket.
Levshunov, Michkov next bucket.
Silayev, Buium, Will Smith, and Demidov
Danielson, Parekh, Lindstrom, Dickinson
Iginla and Leonard
Simashev
Helenius, Reinbacher, Dvorsky
Interesting that he considers Iggy and Leonard similarly and says Leonard has more physicality.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/551.../?redirected=1
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06-13-2024, 12:47 PM
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#4226
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#1 Goaltender
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dustygoon
Couple good articles on athletic. One from Pronman compares 2024 draftees to 2023 and buckets them.
Bedard out front.
Then Celebrini, Fantilli, Carlsson in a bucket.
Levshunov, Michkov next bucket.
Silayev, Buium, Will Smith, and Demidov
Danielson, Parekh, Lindstrom, Dickinson
Iginla and Leonard
Simashev
Helenius, Reinbacher, Dvorsky
Interesting that he considers Iggy and Leonard similarly and says Leonard has more physicality.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/551.../?redirected=1 |
Leonard was one of my favorites from last years class. Would be great to get the Canadian version
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06-13-2024, 12:54 PM
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#4227
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Calgary, AB
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dissentowner
Eiserman's shot is much better than Coronato's or Wahlstrom's. His shot is Austin Matthews good.
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He might be the most underrated player in this draft.
If the Flames do end up with 9 and 10.
And let's say the top 9 goes something like:
Celebrini
Levshunov
Demidov
Lindstrom
Iginla
Buium
Parekh
Silayev
I wouldn't be against taking Eiserman with that pick. He would be the biggest High Risk / High Reward player at that point.
But I also think if he hits he would be the highest impact forward still available at that point from an offensive perspective, ahead of Catton and Helenius.
The other two would be safer picks, but I think Eiserman has the highest potential to be an elite goal scorer.
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06-13-2024, 01:11 PM
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#4228
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Calgary
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Draft Thoughts (Sinister Sam Edition):
LHC William Samuelsson is an elder statesman in this draft, with a Sept.27th, 2005 birthday, making him one of the oldest players in this year's crop- missing being a first-year eligible in 2023 by a mere 13 days. That makes Samuelsson a 'tweener of sorts, as he wasn't good enough to be drafted last year, with only 8 points in 27 J20 games, but he didn't put up elite numbers for a player in his would-be D+1 season, with 44 points in 50 J20 games for Sodertalje SK this season. Those numbers seem pretty good, but may be a bad omen as most draft-worthy prospects of consequence coming out of Sweden get call-ups to higher leagues, and/or time on International teams, and few play a full 50-game slate in the J20, as he did. To punctuate the 2023-24 season, the 6'0",176lb pivot registered 3 goals and 5 points in 4 playoff games, as Sodertalje SK was eliminated in the quarterfinals.
Samuelsson is a solid, 200-ft performer who plays in all situations for his team, including both special teams, and employs a mature, pro-style game. His main contribution to offense is his playmaking, with an inate ability to read the ice well, while skating with his head up to map out his surroundings, and problem-solve on the fly. On the forecheck, he engages opponents with his high work-rate, causing a plethora of turnovers that he can turn into offense, and displays some physicality in game- showing dominance along the boards at times. Samuelsson wields top-tier passing skills, with the ability to spot lanes that others can't see, but while he does exhibit quality vision, any sign of dynamic playmaking comes only in flashes. He does have excellent puck-skills with smooth handling and quick hands to beat defenders with slick 1-on-1 moves, and is able to draw attackers towards him in order to open space to pass into- his offensive game is faciltated by deft deception. Though he's not a big goal-scoring threat, he has a zippy, accurate wrister that could perhaps use a bit more power, and he can pick corners from the circle. Samuelsson has a competitive streak with high motor, and stays in perpetual motion.
One of the big concerns with Samuelsson is his skating, which is somewhere around average- he can't separate from opponents or win many races, and needs upgrades to his explosiveness, acceleration, and top-speed. Despite this, he is valuable in transition, working give-and-go's for clean entries with control, but he can also push the pace by connecting on more long-range passes. Off the puck, he supports the action in all 3 zones, and will aid his teammates in winning board-battles. He skates smart routes, providing his teammates with a viable option for passes, and helps his D down low. Perhaps his best attribute is his reliable defensive play, good habits, and his ability to take away the middle from attackers- he's a quality defensive center. He exhibits top-notch anticipation to be able to position himself proactively, forcing opponents out of position, causing turnovers, and blocking lanes effectively. He's highly disruptive, putting immense pressure on attackers and using both his body and stick to limit time and space.
Samuelsson will never be a big offensive contributor in the pros, as he lacks the high-end skills to execute- he's not a play-driver, and lacks pace in his game. He needs to add a goal-scoring element to his repertoire as well, with some work needed on his shot going forward. Like most kids his age, there's a serious need to add strength, but Samuelsson won't get anywhere if he doesn't improve his mobility. In the future, he might make a good bottom-6 center who chips in on offense, but handles mostly defensive duties, and kills penalties. He could also just settle into a role on an SHL squad, too. If he's deemed good enough to be drafted, look for him in later rounds.
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06-13-2024, 01:13 PM
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#4229
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#1 Goaltender
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SuperMatt18
He might be the most underrated player in this draft.
If the Flames do end up with 9 and 10.
And let's say the top 9 goes something like:
Celebrini
Levshunov
Demidov
Lindstrom
Iginla
Buium
Parekh
Silayev
I wouldn't be against taking Eiserman with that pick. He would be the biggest High Risk / High Reward player at that point.
But I also think if he hits he would be the highest impact forward still available at that point from an offensive perspective, ahead of Catton and Helenius.
The other two would be safer picks, but I think Eiserman has the highest potential to be an elite goal scorer.
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At that point I’d go Catton and Yakemchuk I think. If we’re going boom bust I’d rather take a chance on the RD with a mean streak
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06-13-2024, 02:22 PM
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#4231
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Calgary
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cral12
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Feels like a wild draft, I think there's scenarios when any combination of these guys are available at 9.
Really hoping we acquire another top 15. Not so much because I think we need to accelerate the retool/rebuild, but just for the fun of getting 2 of the guys we've all been discussing so far to see how it all pans out.
Bring on the draft!
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06-13-2024, 02:22 PM
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#4232
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Franchise Player
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SeanCharles
He has actually been compared to Wahlstrom which is what should give you pause..
Coronato just killed it in his rookie AHL season. What is with the negativity on him?
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To Sureloss's point, depending on how the draft unfolds, I think at 9 or 10 there are better options for the Flames for foundational pieces. Nothing against Coranato, I think he will be a decent player.
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06-13-2024, 03:05 PM
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#4233
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Scoring Winger
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https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/craig-s-list-...head-1.2036204
At this point (well over a year out) 6 of the top 10 prospects are Centers.
We will suck next year.
Is it terrible if we don't draft a Center this year?
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06-13-2024, 04:05 PM
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#4234
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Calgary
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cral12
Finally getting an update done at Upside Hockey (after being off for a week and mountain biking my a$$ off lol):
Because he never seems to sleep, 14 more Sandman profiles added.
Oh also added Sandman's Tiers at the top.
From Artamonov to Zetterberg...
Upside Hockey up to 220 profiles total! Unreal!
(I just gotta add their respective link to the rankings spreadsheet shortly as applicable)
Quick link reminders:
Rankings Mega Spreadsheet page:
https://bit.ly/upside2024nhldraft
(The column with "UH" is linked to all the Sandman profiles of respective profile)
Prospect profiles specific page - alphabetical TOC on the top:
All of Sandman profiles featured here!
https://bit.ly/2024nhldraftprofiles
[With our rankings standing the test in time according to this recent thread Evaluating Past Draft Rankings and Sandman's bang on profiles, we're waiting by our phones for a buyout like CapFriendly (we kid)...]
https://forum.calgarypuck.com/showthread.php?t=196163 |
6 more profiles added, making 226 total.
Sandman - we're not worthy.
https://bit.ly/upsidehockey
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06-13-2024, 04:11 PM
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#4235
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Calgary
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Originally Posted by Dan403
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Gonna need more than one impactful center. The Flames have 8 picks in 4 rounds. There more D on this draft than the top end and its overall fairly light in the center position.
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06-13-2024, 04:44 PM
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#4236
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GOAT!
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This is pretty cool. Hopefuly it's not old news ...
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Zayne Parekh makes overachieving look like just another day at the rink.
Parekh was named the top defenseman in the Canadian Hockey League this season after he led the Ontario Hockey League at the position and was tied for sixth among all players with 96 points (36 goals, 63 assists) in 66 games for Saginaw. It was the third-most points in a season by a 17-year-old defenseman in the league, behind Bruce Cassidy (111 points, 1982-83) and John Slaney (97 points, 1989-90). His 36 goals were second to Slaney (38, 1989-90) among defensemen his age.
That comes after his 21 goals last season were the most ever by a 16-year-old OHL defenseman.
Parekh, who turned 18 on Feb. 15, also achieved something else at age 16: his high school diploma.
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Saginaw coach Chris Lazary, who has worked in the OHL since 2014, said he's never been around a player as driven as Parekh at that young an age.
"I've never seen anything like it," he said. "I couldn't believe it, but then when you get to know the kid, you're not shocked. He had that plan where he wanted to get his high school done sooner rather than later, so when he did come into this league, he could come in in the morning to work on his strength, he could get on the ice extra and work on his shot, he could get into a coach's office and go through video. He had that kind of plan."
Parekh said having time that would have been spent juggling math and science classes to instead work on and off the ice has helped speed his development.
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https://www.nhl.com/news/topic/nhl-d...d-to-nhl-draft
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06-13-2024, 04:47 PM
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#4237
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I’ve said it all along, Parekh is special and going to be the next Makar.
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06-13-2024, 04:52 PM
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#4238
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#1 Goaltender
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Originally Posted by Royle9
I’ve said it all along, Parekh is special and going to be the next Makar.
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I don’t think he’s got the skating level that Makar has but the way he thinks the game is incredible
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06-13-2024, 07:09 PM
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#4239
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Calgary
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We're doing a bunch of Top 10 lists in various categories at Upside.
The latest:
https://twitter.com/user/status/1801420283867173184
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06-13-2024, 08:46 PM
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Calgary
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