Pre-Game Talk: 2019 NHL Draft, Pt. V: Got your ticket? (Mod note in pinned post)

[Zombotron]

Shit, I didn't know Byram grew up in Vancouver. I was operating under the assumption he was born and raised in Cranbrook

 

[CanaFan]

I actually like Broberg. He's such a strong skater and so raw. Looks like a goose out there stumbling around at times. Give him two years in the SHL and I think he could end up the best D in the draft. Clearly has high bust potential but if he pans out he's gonna be a beast. I know a lot of you don't like him and I'm wondering why. Genuinely curious, not looking for an argument.

I'd really like us to draft a D. Seider would be another good option IMO. Not interested in Soderstrom or York though.

As far as forwards likely to be available around our pick I'd like Caufield, Newhook, or Boldy. I'd be okay with Pod too.

Interesting thing about Broberg is that he only switched over to Defense when he was 13/14. Was a Centre up until that point and was convinced to make the switch at a hockey camp. I was previously hesitant about him due to his rawness and difficulties making defensive reads but it's a lot more understandable if he's only been playing the position for 4-5 years. Reminds me of Jovanovski in that his learning curve may be steeper than most.

 

[Dr Good Vibes]

Interesting thing about Broberg is that he only switched over to Defense when he was 13/14. Was a Centre up until that point and was convinced to make the switch at a hockey camp. I was previously hesitant about him due to his rawness and difficulties making defensive reads but it's a lot more understandable if he's only been playing the position for 4-5 years. Reminds me of Jovanovski in that his learning curve may be steeper than most.

Wow I didn’t know he was a recent convert to D. Could explain some people saying he’s got good hockey IQ but not defensively as well.

 

[lawrence]

Caufield said he was a Canucks fan?

He didn’t say that however his twitter account had him “liking” a lot of pettersson Hughes and boeser related tweets.

 

[Grantham]

JD Burke Is superrr high on Podkolzin.

-Says he has a hybrid Kesler/Bertuzzi in his game
- 1 yr away probably before being NHL ready
- Power and Motor are elite
- a bulldog on all 3 zone
- intensity is unmatched by anyone in the draft

That’s a very interesting tweet. I think Podkolzin is a very intriguing case. A lot of scouts (and us armchair ones) have soured on him. He was a top 3 pick it seemed like not that long ago.

There is a lot of fear about the unknown factor of Russian prospects. I just think at #10 if he’s there (i think he likely will be), and Newhook and Zegras or gone, I would rather we draft him than any defensemen.

I like the drive and motor that he has. He has a strength to his game that we could use playing next to Pete or Bo.

 

[mattydamon]

Fack I was so stoked to go to this draft (I live in Victoria) but was not able to grab any tix before they were sold out, now they are $150 USD on stubhub EACH. Goddamn leeches. On the odd chance someone has spare tix please PM me!

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

JD Burke Is superrr high on Podkolzin.

-Says he has a hybrid Kesler/Bertuzzi in his game
- 1 yr away probably before being NHL ready
- Power and Motor are elite
- a bulldog on all 3 zone
- intensity is unmatched by anyone in the draft

Cam Robinson got me excited about Podkolzin. The biggest question mark for me, is if he can put up top end offensive numbers. He's a very smart and hard working player who will take whatever role he is given to help his team win. If he's available at 10, it wouldn't be a bad pick. He's a Left Shot Right Winger, so he is versatile.

 

[DFAC]

Wouldn't surprise me at all to see the Hawks take they're favourite centre at 3 OA instead of Byram (probably Turcotte). That's where things get interesting because you gotta figure the Avs are eyeing a center as well (also probably Turcotte).

I think after the top 2, the draft is wide open. I could see BB dropping down to 5th if Turcotte and Dach go before him.

Hughes
KK
Turcotte
Dach
Byram
Podz
Cozens
Krebs
Boldy

Gives us a choice of Zegras/Newhook/Caufield

Is how I think its going to shape out. Hopefully another team before us picks a dman giving us another faller. I think its highly unlikely only 1 dman goes jn the top 10. When was the last time that happened??

 

[DonnyNucker]

Cam Robinson got me excited about Podkolzin. The biggest question mark for me, is if he can put up top end offensive numbers. He's a very smart and hard working player who will take whatever role he is given to help his team win. If he's available at 10, it wouldn't be a bad pick. He's a Left Shot Right Winger, so he is versatile.

Do you believe the Canucks would pick a Russian at 10? I think extending Loui is more likely

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

That’s a very interesting tweet. I think Podkolzin is a very intriguing case. A lot of scouts (and us armchair ones) have soured on him. He was a top 3 pick it seemed like not that long ago.

There is a lot of fear about the unknown factor of Russian prospects. I just think at #10 if he’s there (i think he likely will be), and Newhook and Zegras or gone, I would rather we draft him than any defensemen.

I like the drive and motor that he has. He has a strength to his game that we could use playing next to Pete or Bo.

Podkolzin has very good hockey instincts, but needs to learn how to use them better and be a smarter player. Podkolzin spent a lot of the season bounced around between 3 club teams and 2 international squads in multiple tournaments, which I think hampered his development and hurt his production. He could go anywhere between 3 and 15 and I wouldn't be surprised.

I'm someone who thinks the Russian factor is overblown on top prospects, and if he has another season bouncing around club teams he will come over 1 season earlier than currently expected. If not, than he will come over after his contract is up in 2 seasons, and that timeline isn't much different than a lot of NCAA and CHL players.

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

Do you believe the Canucks would pick a Russian at 10? I think extending Loui is more likely

If they feel he is the BPA, I don't see why they wouldn't.

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

I think after the top 2, the draft is wide open. I could see BB dropping down to 5th if Turcotte and Dach go before him.

Hughes
KK
Turcotte
Dach
Byram
Podz
Cozens
Krebs
Boldy

Gives us a choice of Zegras/Newhook/Caufield

Is how I think its going to shape out. Hopefully another team before us picks a dman giving us another faller. I think its highly unlikely only 1 dman goes jn the top 10. When was the last time that happened??

If Zegras is there at 10, I could see another good youtube clip of the Canucks draft table getting too excited (maybe another Weisbrod fist pump). He is exactly the type of player that Brackett will be able make a good hard sell on to Benning and Weisbrod.

 

[GetFocht]

who ever gets Pods beyond 10 will have an extremely high value pick. He would actually be perfect on Pettersson's wing.

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

who ever gets Pods beyond 10 will have an extremely high value pick. He would actually be perfect on Pettersson's wing.

Or playing with Horvat too. He fits with both players really well.

 

[Fire Benning]

So much talk about Podklozin but I also feel like Kaliyev is being slept on quite a bit.

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

So much talk about Podklozin but I also feel like Kaliyev is being slept on quite a bit.

Kaliyev is such an interesting player, A LOT of holes and issues with his game, but the kid knows how to score.

I wouldn't be surprised if someone in the top 10 takes a big swing on him, Edmonton makes a lot of sense to me. Play him with McDavid or Draisaitl and let them draw the defenders in and have Kaliyev slide into a soft spot and rip shots.

 

[sting101]

Interesting thing about Broberg is that he only switched over to Defense when he was 13/14. Was a Centre up until that point and was convinced to make the switch at a hockey camp. I was previously hesitant about him due to his rawness and difficulties making defensive reads but it's a lot more understandable if he's only been playing the position for 4-5 years. Reminds me of Jovanovski in that his learning curve may be steeper than most.

Welcome back Canafan. I was wondering what happened to ya.

Brobergs an exciting prospect. I would have no problem if they picked him. His skills are elite

 

[Fire Benning]

Interesting thing about Broberg is that he only switched over to Defense when he was 13/14. Was a Centre up until that point and was convinced to make the switch at a hockey camp. I was previously hesitant about him due to his rawness and difficulties making defensive reads but it's a lot more understandable if he's only been playing the position for 4-5 years. Reminds me of Jovanovski in that his learning curve may be steeper than most.

Long time no see!

 

[CanaFan]

Welcome back Canafan. I was wondering what happened to ya.

Brobergs an exciting prospect. I would have no problem if they picked him. His skills are elite

Decided to dial back the posting but still enjoy reading the draft and prospect threads. I was mixed on Broberg - tools vs toolbox thing - but am warming up after reading about how recently he took up the position. Still think I prefer Zegras and Boldy, but after those two I definitely have time for Broberg.

 

[sting101]

I bet there is a crowd who hate him because he is "smug" and uses big words.

any examples?

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

Robinson: Five Bold Predictions for the 2019 NHL Entry Draft

3. VANCOUVER WILL TRADE BACK INTO THE FIRST ROUND FOR SPENCER KNIGHT
The Canucks are high on Spencer Knight. And why shouldn’t they be? He’s a premier goaltending prospect who boasts the size, athleticism, and mental fortitude that all teams look for in a franchise netminder.



But Vancouver has Thatcher Demko who just recently pushed himself into the NHL. And Mikey DiPietro turning pro next fall. True, they do. But I remain unconvinced that they believe either one is the locked-in, next guy, to lead their burgeoning core. Is Knight that guy? Well, he’s going to be at least three years out, but he has the makings of a star.



Vancouver doesn’t have a ton of extra assets, but they’re hosting the draft this year and will want to make a splash. Jim Benning has spoken about the possibility of moving the 10th overall selection, but I think the darkhorse move would be to package up pick #40 with a few other picks or mid-range prospects(s) and get themselves back into the latter third of the first-round.

 

[DFAC]

Robinson: Five Bold Predictions for the 2019 NHL Entry Draft

What the hell???

Thats uhh.... interesting

 

[sting101]

Robinson: Five Bold Predictions for the 2019 NHL Entry Draft

Those are some bold and wildly unexpected moves.

I get the feeling he wrote that piece at 4:20 ish

 

[BeardyCanuck03]

Those are some bold and wildly unexpected moves.

I get the feeling he wrote that piece at 4:20 ish

It's not what he thinks will/should happen. Just there are potentially situations where these predictions could happen

 

[Mr. Canucklehead]

Kaliyev is such an interesting player, A LOT of holes and issues with his game, but the kid knows how to score.

I wouldn't be surprised if someone in the top 10 takes a big swing on him, Edmonton makes a lot of sense to me. Play him with McDavid or Draisaitl and let them draw the defenders in and have Kaliyev slide into a soft spot and rip shots.

Kaliyev’s buzz reminds me of Anthony Mantha in his draft year. Insane scorer with a lot of warts in the overall game. But Mantha seems to be putting it together - could be that Kaliyev does as well.