2016 NHL Draft - Part 3 - June 24th

[Jakey53]

I disagree and in fact don't think that even makes sense. Murph's becoming quite the player. A player that was not sheltered out of fear -'something many here see as the norm.

Don't get me wrong, I like Murphy, but not as a 1st. pairing. There is a reason we want to add 2 top 4 Dman.

 

[hbk]

Don't get me wrong, I like Murphy, but not as a 1st. pairing. There is a reason we want to add 2 top 4 Dman.

1 RD
1 LD

Murphy can lay in our top 4 today. I have him as a 2/3. Comfortable if you pencil him in as a 3 for next year. Is there a RD available who's better?

 

[cobra427]

1 RD
1 LD

Murphy can lay in our top 4 today. I have him as a 2/3. Comfortable if you pencil him in as a 3 for next year. Is there a RD available who's better?

Next year we have:

OEL/_________
_____/Murphy/Stone
Kconn/Murphy/Stone

A number 2LHD will be easier to acquire then a 1RHD. We actually have a giant hole on the left side after OEL. Are Kconn/Dalhback really legit NHL players? Priority has to be LHD, and by some miracle if we acquire an RHD better then Stone/Murphy, amazing, but not likely without a costly fortune in assets. Murphy likely pairs with OEL again. Not ideal but maybe we go with it for now. Next year we will have more defined assets to acquire an RHD we covet, so I think we should wait it out.

 

[zerekstar]

"There's a chance" is the operative word there. You could easily say the same thing about at least a half dozen other defenders, probably more. But Sergachev's upside is undeniable. He's got a great package of size, mobility, skill and assertiveness (at least offensively). But there are some major questions about his commitment in his own end, and as minimal as I think the "Russian factor" is, it's still a risk that North American-born players don't carry.

All that said, the sturdiest, most projectable thing in the Coyotes organization is OEL (as slick as Domi and Duclair looked this year, they'll still need to prove it wasn't a fluke), and Sergachev's playing style looks a lot like OEL's, namely his poise carrying the puck through the neutral zone and his ability and willingness to fire wristers on net from the blueline. In terms of complementing OEL, Sergachev is not the best option and would probably be used not just on a separate even strength pairing but on a separate powerplay unit, too. Definitely an exciting prospect, though.



Not exactly. Despite being a couple inches shorter than Turris, Jost already has 20-30 pounds on Turris when he was drafted. To say he's more physically developed is an understatement. Jost is also not quite the puck wizard that Turris was in the BCHL (and he lacks the gamebreaking shot that Turris had), but he's a very creative player in his own right and plays a more solid game overall. He could probably use a year in college and then a year in the AHL before making an NHL team (and for his own sake, hopefully in that order, unlike Turris's path). Because he'll be drafted out of the BCHL, he also has the option of going to the WHL for a year and then jumping to the AHL, unencumbered by the age restrictions players drafted from the CHL face.

I'd project him to actually be a slightly more productive NHL player than Turris has been so far, something in the 30-goal/40-assist range with effective two-way play. Could be a very effective wing, too.

OK thanks for the insight Pho!

 

[Mosby]

Brock Otten's first ever mock draft:

1. Toronto - Matthews
2. Winnipeg - Laine
3. Columbus - Puljujarvi
4. Edmonton - Tkachuk
5. Vancouver - Brown
6. Calgary - Dubois
7. Arizona - Juolevi

The Coyotes have talked openly about the idea of adding a defender at this year's draft, and coming off a Memorial Cup victory, Juolevi could be that man. New Coyotes GM John Chayka is a big analytics guy and I don't think there are many players in this draft who would be better in Corsi (or any other new age stat) than Juolevi (if it were properly kept). He's so smart with the puck and his ability to start the breakout is definitely the best of the big three OHL guys. Not to mention that they obviously saw a ton of him while keeping tabs on Christian Dvorak. Seems like a great fit.

Read the rest here: http://ohlprospects.blogspot.ca/2016/06/2016-nhl-mock-draft.html?m=1

 

[Jakey53]

1 RD
1 LD

Murphy can lay in our top 4 today. I have him as a 2/3. Comfortable if you pencil him in as a 3 for next year. Is there a RD available who's better?

Demers?

Next year we have:

OEL/_________
_____/Murphy/Stone
Kconn/Murphy/Stone

A number 2LHD will be easier to acquire then a 1RHD. We actually have a giant hole on the left side after OEL. Are Kconn/Dalhback really legit NHL players? Priority has to be LHD, and by some miracle if we acquire an RHD better then Stone/Murphy, amazing, but not likely without a costly fortune in assets. Murphy likely pairs with OEL again. Not ideal but maybe we go with it for now. Next year we will have more defined assets to acquire an RHD we covet, so I think we should wait it out.

That will probably be the way it shakes out.

 

[Goombha]

If Jake Bean falls and the Isles pass, it will be Christmas in the desert.

 

[indczn]

Brock Otten's first ever mock draft:

1. Toronto - Matthews
2. Winnipeg - Laine
3. Columbus - Puljujarvi
4. Edmonton - Tkachuk
5. Vancouver - Brown
6. Calgary - Dubois
7. Arizona - Juolevi



Read the rest here: http://ohlprospects.blogspot.ca/2016/06/2016-nhl-mock-draft.html?m=1

This is, imo, the worst possible way the draft could play out. If that's the top 6, I'd be pushing hard to trade down or even out. Also, Juolevi probably the 4th or 5th D I want. Don't see top pair potential from him.

 

[PhoPhan]

If that is the top 6—and it seems like the most likely half dozen, if maybe in a slightly different order—I grab Keller or Jost at 7 and feel pretty good about it.

 

[hbk]

If that is the top 6—and it seems like the most likely half dozen, if maybe in a slightly different order—I grab Keller or Jost at 7 and feel pretty good about it.

I absolutely agree.

 

[Matias Maccete]

If that is the top 6—and it seems like the most likely half dozen, if maybe in a slightly different order—I grab Keller or Jost at 7 and feel pretty good about it.

Yeah from you guys and other sources have said, and from highlights either of those or sergachev would be my preference. I'd still not be totally upset with chychrun either, I just don't want juolevi. Of course in 4 years juolevi will be the best of the bunch haha.

 

[Jakey53]

If that is the top 6—and it seems like the most likely half dozen, if maybe in a slightly different order—I grab Keller or Jost at 7 and feel pretty good about it.

I absolutely agree.

Nylander?

 

[hbk]

Nylander?

One dimensional goal scorer that doesn't like to shoot. I have him at 11.

 

[Grvmnd]

Nylander?

I'd be fine with it. I like his production and most drafts I've seen he's taken before then. People here have also made a good case though as to why we should pass. I think he'd be a little safer than a Defense dice roll.

 

[Jakey53]

One dimensional goal scorer that doesn't like to shoot. I have him at 11.

WOW. Most have him in the top five or six.

 

[BlazingBlueAnt]

Tippet would hate Nylander

 

[Mosby]

One dimensional goal scorer that doesn't like to shoot. I have him at 11.

Mikkel Boedker all over again. I've seen enough of that.

 

[Heldig]

If that is the top 6—and it seems like the most likely half dozen, if maybe in a slightly different order—I grab Keller or Jost at 7 and feel pretty good about it.

I was going to say Jost would be my pick too (unless the scouting staff are very sold on a Dman - and trade down a spot or 3).

 

[lanky]

Nylander is probably my least favourite of the top seven prospects though I do definitely consider him to be top seven. Leading Sweden at the U20's as a draft eligible was pretty impressive. He'll have to learn to give a **** in the D zone, but that's pretty common with ultra skilled wingers his age.

 

[BlazingBlueAnt]

I like Keller a lot personally. He's got the feet, the hands, and the head you need to be a good NHL'r

 

[rt]

Nylander is probably my least favourite of the top seven prospects though I do definitely consider him to be top seven. Leading Sweden at the U20's as a draft eligible was pretty impressive. He'll have to learn to give a **** in the D zone, but that's pretty common with ultra skilled wingers his age.

The motor is all-around quite low. Instincts and skills are amazing. But his level of engagement is worrisome. Then again he always gets the job done. So it's hard to argue.

 

[Goombha]

WOW. Most have him in the top five or six.

And they're choosing players outside the top 10 at 7. Crazy. Good thing the fans aren't making this pick, lol.

 

[hbk]

WOW. Most have him in the top five or six.

He's talented. The Boedker factor has scared me off. On skill he should probably be a top 10 guy. I just worry about consistency and effort so I ranked him at 11.

 

[Mosby]

I don't really have a favorite at 7. I think I'm leaning toward trading down to 10 or so and hopefully grabbing an extra 2nd.

 

[AZviaNJ]

I don't really have a favorite at 7. I think I'm leaning toward trading down to 10 or so and hopefully grabbing an extra 2nd.

thats why patience is key. Hope there's a break in the top 6 and one those forwards fall to 7.