HF Habs: 2024 NHL Draft Thread

[bopeep]

Number 91 in blue looks pretty good.

Ignat Lutfullin -"Lutfullin has the hands, agility, vision, shot all culminating into a dynamic, dual-threat forward. He's so creative and loves to draw attention to himself before dropping a pass off to set up offense. Shows high compete, he gives his all every shift and it's clear that he cares about the defensive side of the game." EP​

 

[montreal]

Well, until he signs a new 3 year contract in January.

I think that's why he's in the MHL, because he won't sign a new contract. He broke the record for most U-18 points in MHL history last year so clearly he doesn't need to be at this level, the injury was a setback of course but I wouldn't be surprised if that were the case.

 

[MarkovsKnee]

I think that's why he's in the MHL, because he won't sign a new contract. He broke the record for most U-18 points in MHL history last year so clearly he doesn't need to be at this level, the injury was a setback of course but I wouldn't be surprised if that were the case.

Let's hope so.

 

[Mrb1p]

Number 91 in blue looks pretty good.

D+1 player but yeah he always does. Didn't show up on anyones radar last year but he's a candidate to be picked this year for sure.

 

[Draft]

The more I watch Lindstrom... the more I think we need to start cornering the market on unicorns.

 

[Leto]

I think that's why he's in the MHL, because he won't sign a new contract. He broke the record for most U-18 points in MHL history last year so clearly he doesn't need to be at this level, the injury was a setback of course but I wouldn't be surprised if that were the case.

Here's a tidbit:
Demidov has one year remaining on his contract with SKA St. Petersburg and he’s represented by Dan Milstein from Gold Star Hockey. Milstein has indicated Demidov is very much looking forward to coming to North America at the end of his current contract.

 

[WeThreeKings]

Here's a tidbit:
Demidov has one year remaining on his contract with SKA St. Petersburg and he’s represented by Dan Milstein from Gold Star Hockey. Milstein has indicated Demidov is very much looking forward to coming to North America at the end of his current contract.

And we know at least one high ranking Habs scout is a big fan.

 

[HuGort]

If Celebrini or Lindstrom are out of reach, its entirely possible that we end up with Silayev, who has IMO one of the biggest upside as a D prospect, all drafts included.

That said, he is Russian, still under contract for 2 more seasons in KHL if Im not wrong and there is a certain risk at drafting Russians very high. I would be less concerned than drafting Demidov though since you know SKA will do everything to extend him long term.

There are some other interesting fowards too, Hemming, Catton, possibly Helenius, so its hard to really know which direction Habs would go.

If we ended up with Silayev, it opens up alot of possibilities for potential trades.

Does Catton compare to Connor Zary?

 

[Mrb1p]

Does Catton compare to Connor Zary?

No. Hes much better in every way. Ill say Catton is literally what Wright should've been. He plays just like u18 wjc Wright, but isnt the head case problem Shane is

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

And we know at least one high ranking Habs scout is a big fan.

Who, or is this a tongue-in-cheek comment ?

 

[WeThreeKings]

Who, or is this a tongue-in-cheek comment ?

We don't know who.. but Arpon was talking to one at the draft and he unprompted mentioned Demidov as someone for Arpon to check out.

 

[skidcells]

We don't know who.. but Arpon was talking to one at the draft and he unprompted mentioned Demidov as someone for Arpon to check out.

It would be fairly easy to put 1 and 1 together and say it’s Nick brobov since his dad is part of ska so he must have inside information.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

We don't know who.. but Arpon was talking to one at the draft and he unprompted mentioned Demidov as someone for Arpon to check out.

Nice didn't hear that.

He doesn't give many scoops, but when he does they're usually good

 

[WeThreeKings]

Nice didn't hear that.

He doesn't give many scoops, but when he does they're usually good

They were on Reinbacher for the Habs before anyone else.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

They were on Reinbacher for the Habs before anyone else.

That and I remember you transcribed an athletic podcast, or whatever one he and MAG do and they, or he (Basu) mentioned to keep an eye on Newhook

 

[WeThreeKings]

That and I remember you transcribed an athletic podcast, or whatever one he and MAG do and they, or he (Basu) mentioned to keep an eye on Newhook

They did, you're right.

 

[Leto]

That and I remember you transcribed an athletic podcast, or whatever one he and MAG do and they, or he (Basu) mentioned to keep an eye on Newhook

I did some digging, here's the podcast episode with Basu's comments on Demidov. The discussion starts at 30:20. The comments about one of the scouts liking Demidov are at 35:30-36:00

 

[WeThreeKings]

I did some digging, here's the podcast episode with Basu's comments on Demidov. The discussion starts at 30:20. The comments about one of the scouts liking Demidov are at 35:30-36:00

The main takeaway (which is also kinda echoed by selections of Volokhin and Konyushkov) was that the Habs aren't afraid to draft from Russia.. they just specifically were not evaluating Michkov as highly as fans and twitter scouts were.

I think there's merit on both sides.. we could use someone of Michkov's offensive ability.. but we also needed a number 1 RD in the pipeline. They are rightly worried about the size mix up front.. and with Caufield locked in and Suzuki not a large guy, they felt that Michkov with the 3 year contract and everything else was not the right investment.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

I did some digging, here's the podcast episode with Basu's comments on Demidov. The discussion starts at 30:20. The comments about one of the scouts liking Demidov are at 35:30-36:00

You've done God's work.

 

[HuGort]

No. Hes much better in every way. Ill say Catton is literally what Wright should've been. He plays just like u18 wjc Wright, but isnt the head case problem Shane is

Catton numbers less than Jarvis more comparable to Zary. I usually try and stay in same lesgue

 

[Mrb1p]

Catton numbers less than Jarvis more comparable to Zary. I usually try and stay in same lesgue

He doesnt play like Zary.

 

[Goldenhands]

Does Catton compare to Connor Zary?

In the mold of a Brayden Point. He is more skilled than Zary.

 

[HuGort]

In the mold of a Brayden Point. He is more skilled than Zary.

If he's that small I doubt we take him anyway. Passed on Michkov because of size. Michkov future 100 point guy

 

[Estimated_Prophet]

Here's a tidbit:
Demidov has one year remaining on his contract with SKA St. Petersburg and he’s represented by Dan Milstein from Gold Star Hockey. Milstein has indicated Demidov is very much looking forward to coming to North America at the end of his current contract.

Keep his dad away from ponds.....

 

[Goldenhands]

Keep his dad away from ponds.....

I loled but I shouldnt...

Sad but true.

If he's that small I doubt we take him anyway. Passed on Michkov because of size. Michkov future 100 point guy

He is a lightweight no doubt, there is a possibility he ends up on the wing.