2023 NHL Entry Draft

[Frank JT]

If, for some reasons, Hughes and his team avoid Reinbacher with the first pick, and ASP is not there at 17th, what would you think of the option of trading up in the late first round territory with the 37th pick to try to select Oliver Bonk, a 6'2'' RHD. I could see him with Hutson in 2-3 years.

 

[Addik04]

I get the point, and perhaps he has, but his stride is inconsistent and flawed currently. There is major room for improvement.

So difficult to change all that, speaking by experience. I would say that a lot of players works on their technique all summer long and you could not tell the difference. Even for an 11 years old kid, it is really difficult.

It is easy to say, but so difficult to improve. And as previously stated, if DramaticGloveSav saw that, imagine his agent and all the coaching staff he worked with since he is 10 years old.

Unfortunately, dont expect too much there.

 

[DramaticGloveSave]

So difficult to change all that, speaking by experience. I would say that a lot of players works on their technique all summer long and you could not tell the difference. Even for an 11 years old kid, it is really difficult.

It is easy to say, but so difficult to improve. And as previously stated, if DramaticGloveSav saw that, imagine his agent and all the coaching staff he worked with since he is 10 years old.

Unfortunately, dont expect too much there.

Every prospect has things they need to work on. And believe it or not, but skating is one of those things that can be improved. It happens all the time.

 

[SlafySZN]

I’ve never seen someone being a critique of Michkov before other than the russian factor but for what it’s worth;

 

[Goldenhands]

If, for some reasons, Hughes and his team avoid Reinbacher with the first pick, and ASP is not there at 17th, what would you think of the option of trading up in the late first round territory with the 37th pick to try to select Oliver Bonk, a 6'2'' RHD. I could see him with Hutson in 2-3 years.

I would draft Strbak over Bonk personally and not because he is Slovakian, because he is a damn good defenseman.

 

[BoneHutson]

The big four then, in no particular order ...

Smith, Dvorsky, Yager, Moore, Reinbacher, Leonard, Sale, Perreault, Wood, Barlow, ASP, Danielson, Cristall.

That is 17 players. So unless we trade the 17th overall, we are guaranteed two of those players. Its a very good opportunity to rebuild and add to the core. Its incredible. And there are still a couple of very nice prospects that i haven't listed.


There is easily 3 players. I don't think Will Smith easily goes above Slaf.

Where the f is Benson in your list lmao

 

[DramaticGloveSave]

I’ve never seen someone being a critique of Michkov before other than the russian factor but for what it’s worth;

This fellow doesn’t understand the difference between speed and skating. Michkov isn’t the fastest, but his edges are unreal and he’s a tremendous skater. Michkov possesses 4 elite qualities, shot, playmaking, hands and edgework. It’s basically the same recipe Kucherov possesses.

 

[Habs Icing]

Besides the legions of RDS analysts licking their chops at the thought of drafting a québécois in the first round? Perrault is P'tit gars de chez nous material.

So why is he playing for the states?

 

[Goldenhands]

For sure, I meant how do you compare the character/compete/clutch nature of the top draft eligible players in this draft (specifically in the 5-7 range where the Habs are likely to draft)? Smith vs. Benson vs. Reinbacher vs. Dvorsky etc.

Well I think with Benson, Reinbacher, the compete is very very high, Dvorsky we will see through the tournament while Smith isnt physically engaged at all.

 

[WeThreeKings]

If, for some reasons, Hughes and his team avoid Reinbacher with the first pick, and ASP is not there at 17th, what would you think of the option of trading up in the late first round territory with the 37th pick to try to select Oliver Bonk, a 6'2'' RHD. I could see him with Hutson in 2-3 years.

Would hate it. Not a fan of Bonk.

 

[Addik04]

Every prospect has things they need to work on. And believe it or not, but skating is one of those things that can be improved. It happens all the time.

Yep, but dont take Dvorsky because you think he will improve his skating. Take Dvorsky because you like his package, you like his hockey sense, etc. Dont put too much faith on his skating improvements.

Thats my point.

 

[Goldenhands]

This fellow doesn’t understand the difference between speed and skating. Michkov isn’t the fastest, but his edges are unreal and he’s a tremendous skater. Michkov possesses 4 elite qualities, shot, playmaking, hands and edgework. It’s basically the same recipe Kucherov possesses.

Michkov's skating is pretty similar to Crosby's one, there is no issue at all there.

 

[Jabba11]

I can't believe that there is some possibility for Matvei Michkov to drop out of the top 5 or further. I can't believe we have fans that would skip on him. Tell me that 1 year ago and I would have said you were crazy.

With that being said, Matvei Michkov is the most talented player in the draft, on the same level as Connor Bedard. Competitiveness, grit, snipe, dangles, vision, IQ, everything. And we have our own fans that would say no to that.

 

[phillytennis]

Homerun at 17? Gabe Perreault, Samuel Honzek, Matthew Wood, Quentin Musty. These are guys that could really explode with more development.

I watching Team Canada against Slovakia...nothing special about Matthew Wood...resembles Mike McCarron...always slightly behind the play.
I much prefer Nick Lardis...great skater, nifty hands and a terrific shot.

 

[MarkovsKnee]

So was Perreault though. Wondering why one rose while the other was not even talked about.

I think Perreault has been talked about, but he's someone who hasn't raised his draft stock as much as his statistics would suggest they should.

He's smaller than both Smith & Leonard, and is a worse skater. He doesn't have Leonard's speed, or Smith's agility. He's not physical at all, but does make really good use of his stick in both ends and understands the importance of positioning.

I would question his ability to lead a line at higher level. He seems more like a great complement to a superior player. Something along the lines of Jake Guentzal to Crosby.

 

[DramaticGloveSave]

Yep, but dont take Dvorsky because you think he will improve his skating. Take Dvorsky because you like his package, you like his hockey sense, etc. Dont put too much faith on his skating improvements.

Thats my point.

@Mrb1p would be the expert on that

 

[AHShadow]

If we don't draft Reinbacher with our top pick, would Wallinder be an option at 17, or is that too early for him? I feel he won't be there with our 2nd round pick (especially if he plays well in the U18s) and could be a good compliment to Hutson in the future. They might even be a pairing starting next year as he's a BU commit in 2023.

 

[Harry Kakalovich]

When I think Dvorsky I think Kempe Hintz Faksa - that modern Euro game. I think he'll be a good get for whoever grabs him

 

[calder candidate]

When I think Dvorsky I think Kempe Hintz Faksa - that modern Euro game. I think he'll be a good get for whoever grabs him

They were all had significantly better skater than Dvorsky…

 

[26Mats]

I’ve never seen someone being a critique of Michkov before other than the russian factor but for what it’s worth;

I've seen someone else say the same, though they have him 10th on their list, which is also based exclusively on hockey.

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[GlassesJacketShirt]

I've seen someone else say the same, though they have him 10th on their list, which is also based exclusively on hockey.

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Scouch had similar opinions to Neumeier, but by his last video he had Michkov ranked third overall after his Sochi performances. Think he kicked it into gear and was a much better player in the higher league.

 

[badfish]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but a recent article in the Athletic said that Will Smith has (or had?) Adam Nicholas as his skills coach.

 

[NotProkofievian]

I’ve never seen someone being a critique of Michkov before other than the russian factor but for what it’s worth;

Reminds me of when ProspectsFanatic ranked Caufield like...31st and wanted to draft Peyton Krebs.

Overthinking it.

 

[26Mats]

Scouch had similar opinions to Neumeier, but by his last video he had Michkov ranked third overall after his Sochi performances. Think he kicked it into gear and was a much better player in the higher league.

Interesting. Do you have a link?

 

[Mrb1p]

If, for some reasons, Hughes and his team avoid Reinbacher with the first pick, and ASP is not there at 17th, what would you think of the option of trading up in the late first round territory with the 37th pick to try to select Oliver Bonk, a 6'2'' RHD. I could see him with Hutson in 2-3 years.

Why do the Habs need to move up for a D, let alone a low ceiling one like Bonk? They need forwards and high potential ones. Bonk is similar to Engstrom (worse).