If Kent Johnson is there, that makes things much easier. I've been going back and forth between a few different guys, but never bothered hoping for him. I do think with the top-end depth of this draft, the Flames are in a good position to get somebody that slides a bit, Kopitar style.
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RHD Joey Pierce,6'0"187lbs (Hermantown High,USHS-MN): 17gp/9g/12a/21pts. In 2019-20, he registered 25gp/15g/32a/47pts,34PIM-meaning his p/gp went from 1.88 in 2019-20, down to 1.24 this year. I'm not sure why there's such a big drop in productivity, when his numbers should've taken a huge leap. I think maybe he lost his spot in the D corps when he was injured, and couldn't get it back, as he played less games than most of his teammates. Finished the year with the Minnesota Wilderness of the NAHL (22gp/2g/5a/7pts,29PIM). I watched an interview with his coach, who said that Pierce is one of the finest human beings on the planet-he's a humble, salt-of-the-earth type, who works incredibly hard. From lines.com: "Fluid skating high-shot defenseman with a two-way power game, he consistently displays the ability to neutralize the opposition, funnel them to the sidewalls, taking the puck from them. Is the most physical of all the D prospects from Minnesota. He is very poised and calculated with his hits, not taking himself out of the play for the hit. He plays three zones with frequent, but measured ferocity, rarely penalized in his follow-through. Good in transition, with quick passes to his outlets, and will also direct the offensive-zone set-ups. Has a high-velocity slap-pass, and a good one-timer that needs to be more accurate. Looks like a prospect who can make an NHL roster, as possibly a top-4 candidate as a defenseman, and possibly as a right-winger." Committed to the University of North Dakota.
C James Malatesta,5'9"179lbs (Quebec,QMJHL): 32gp/10g/13a/23pts, after putting up 45pts in 59 games last year, as Quebec went from 14th overall in 2019-20, to 8th this year. Lots of talent that was below him took big strides this year, meaning less TOI in the top-6 for Malatesta, IMO. Malatesta is more of a goal-scorer, and though he lacks some touch as a playmaker, and needs to work on his decision-making with the puck- he is still a well-rounded facilitator of offense in many ways. Malatesta has top-notch, near-elite speed, and is difficult to handle in full flight-he has a strong core and upper body, and a low-center of gravity, making him very hard to knock off the puck. He has an explosive first few steps, and can beat anyone in a footrace-making him a menace on the rush. Controls the play in the offensive zone with his great vision and IQ. He's aggressive on the forecheck, putting pressure on the D and forcing turnovers. Creates chances and space for his teammates with his speed. JM has immense drive and determination, with an uncompromising work-ethic-he has amazing energy and high-motor, and is relentless in puck-pursuit. Fiery and aggressive, his pace and compete are outstanding. Finishes his checks, and likes the physical game-despite his size, he battles in the dirty areas, controls the corners, and wins pucks. No problem taking a hit to make a play. Excellent shot with a quick release that he can get off in full-flight, and he has the ability to change the angle at the last moment to fool goalies. Good hand-eye to score out of mid-air, and goes to the net to make himself available for high-danger opportunities. Skates with the puck close to him, giving him good puck control and protection, and his stickhandling is good enough to give him entry skill in transition. His competitive nature transfers over to his defensive game, where he plays with speed and aggression to close out the backcheck. Wins battles, forces turnovers, fights hard for pucks, and picks off passes. Positions himself well in all three zones. As stated above, he needs work on his decision-making with the puck, but he can still make plays as he keeps his passes fairly simple, and doesn't try to do too much above his skill-set. He needs more deception in his play, which there currently is no room for, given how he's always going 110% every shift-he trades creativity and elusiveness for intensity to force the hand of his opponents. He would do himself a favor by bringing some unpredictability into his game, and by switching up his speed and direction to fool opponents and open up space to make plays. He has a fairly high floor, as he could conceivably play in an NHL bottom-6 as an energy guy who brings speed, physicality, and PK ability-if he doesn't develop in to a scorer. 3rd/4th round.
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Hoo boy. If Kent Johnson made it past the Canucks and fell even further down to the Flames pick, if I was tree I'm bolting for the podium, no class, no decorum, just repeating Kent Johnson Kent Johnson as I get Closer to the stage and then the mic and then just out of breath wheezing saying his name one more time too close to the mic so it's super bassy and muffled. And then collapse as the rest of the Flames staffers get to the stage.
You know, like a coked out Will Ferrel.
there would be a mad scramble to trade for the 10th pick lol.
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Based on the conversations I’ve had, I get the sense the Canucks will take whichever of Johnson, Eklund and McTavish are left, but that their preference is in that order.
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C Justin Robidas,5'7"172lbs (Val D'Or,QMJHL): 35gp/19g/17a/36pts, plus 10pts in 14 playoff games. The son of former NHLer Stephane Robidas wears the "A" for the Foreurs. Offensive-minded C with a detail-oriented game, and a well-rounded toolbox, he plays in all situations-offensive or defensive, and shows well with, and without the puck. Fluid skater, with tremendous speed and an explosive first few steps. Varies his speed to fool defenders and put them on their heels offensively and defensively. Pushes pace, and is an opportunistic player.
JR has immense intelligence and awareness-he knows where the puck will be, and where he should go. He finds open ice, and creates space for teammates-he's not flashy, but effective and fun to watch. Makes plays in full-flight, has great instincts, and reads the play exceptionally well. Runs the PP from the half-wall, and shows patience in waiting for passing lanes to open up. Good hands, and an accurate shot that he can elevate in-tight, along with amazing hand-eye co-ordination to score on tip-ins, and rebounds. Despite his height, he competes well physically, as he has packed some bulk and muscle on to his frame-that, along with his agility, makes him hard to catch and pin down, and very hard to knock over. Those attributes also give him proficient puck-control and puck-protection, against much bigger players. Initiates puck-battles, and wins most of them-battles hard, and gets his nose dirty. Competitive and fearless, with a great motor-he's a hard-worker, and doesn't quit. Off the puck, he's sound and smart, and rarely caught on the wrong side of the puck. Sound positioning in all three zones-creates chances off the puck by making himself available in high-danger for prime set-up chances. Pushes pace in transition, and makes himself a prime outlet option-often skates a bit further back with the D, making himself an emergency outlet if they are faced with pressure, and the team usually exits with control. Defensively, he's reliable, breaking up plays, picking off passes, and winning races to loose pucks. Trusted on the PK, solid 200-ft player.
JR is still quite raw, but he's got a solid toolkit of skills. The concern is that he might not be able to use his grit and strength the same way in the pros as he does in junior-he won't be able to push players to the boards as much, or knock them off the puck quite so easily. He likes to drive wide, which draws defenders and opens space, but he sometimes finds it hard to contend in the middle of the ice. He still needs to keep getting stronger, but he'll need to adapt his game somewhat. As he gets stronger, his skating will gain more explosiveness, and he, in turn, will be more evasive-another trait he will need at the next level. He also needs to build more power in his shot, and more accuracy in his passing. His consistency could use a tune-up as well-he always works hard, but doesn't always turn in the same performance. He has an excellent base to build on, and he has a chance to be an impact player on any line of an NHL team, depending on how he develops-but he's most-likely to be a two-way, complimentary, middle-6 player. 3rd round.
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I was really impressed with the Russian d-man Kirill Kirsanov in the world Juniors. I see that central scouting has him at #30 in the Euro list. I don't think that he would be too much of a stretch with our second pick and I would be very happy if we got him with our third. I know that it's a small sample size but whenever I watched the Russians play in that tournament he was one of the standout players for me almost every time.
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Scott Wheeler said yesterday on the Fan960 that he has the first ledge after 12 and that he includes Cole Sillinger and Chaz Lucius in the first grouping. He predicts both players could be 30-goal scorers.
He also says:
-Sillinger would be a cut above both Zary and Pelletier,
-Sillinger has a dynamic quality that neither Zary nor Pelletier possess,
-Sillinger has the second best hands in the draft (behind Kent Johnson) and the third hardest shot in the draft (behind Lucius and Mason McTavish).
Oh, and he also says that Cole Sillinger struck him as unusually intelligent compared to others in the draft class.
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If Kent Johnson is there, that makes things much easier. I've been going back and forth between a few different guys, but never bothered hoping for him. I do think with the top-end depth of this draft, the Flames are in a good position to get somebody that slides a bit, Kopitar style.
pretty frustrating to think that winning that nothing last game versus Vancouver might be the difference between drafting a Kent Johnson or not...
pretty frustrating to think that winning that nothing last game versus Vancouver might be the difference between drafting a Kent Johnson or not...
I understand how this might be the initial reaction, however it is about 5-6 years too early to really know. Especially this year with limited games for almost all draft eligible players. It could always wind up being a blessing in disguise and the truth won't be known for years.
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I understand how this might be the initial reaction, however it is about 5-6 years too early to really know. Especially this year with limited games for almost all draft eligible players. It could always wind up being a blessing in disguise and the truth won't be known for years.
yeah, that's a fair comment for sure...
I think Calgary will have a chance to draft a difference maker (and as creative as Johnson is, I don't think he's an elite skater nor has a laser shot).
just got to cross your fingers - I guess I simply don't have a lot of faith in this team's drafting ability, contrary to what others think....tired of Calgary wandering the hinterlands
I understand how this might be the initial reaction, however it is about 5-6 years too early to really know. Especially this year with limited games for almost all draft eligible players. It could always wind up being a blessing in disguise and the truth won't be known for years.
Yes, but probably not.
One this is for sure: in 6 years, we won't care about that last win against Vancouver.
On the other hand, I know that Sutter would never mail it in. That's part of what makes him a good coach.
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Scott Wheeler said yesterday on the Fan960 that he has the first ledge after 12 and that he includes Cole Sillinger and Chaz Lucius in the first grouping. He predicts both players could be 30-goal scorers.
He also says:
-Sillinger would be a cut above both Zary and Pelletier,
-Sillinger has a dynamic quality that neither Zary nor Pelletier possess,
-Sillinger has the second best hands in the draft (behind Kent Johnson) and the third hardest shot in the draft (behind Lucius and Mason McTavish).
Oh, and he also says that Cole Sillinger struck him as unusually intelligent compared to others in the draft class.
Man, I really really hope we take Sillinger if he's available
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So this just released yesterday. This guy isn't gospel but he really addresses some red flags.
Makes me seriously wonder what transfers to the NHL with Sillinger. Seems like a long term project to me. And a risky one at that.
Just for comparison, he seems to be a lot higher on Lysell.
Lysell's ceiling is "almost non-existent"
In fact it's kind of funny how opposite the two are.
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