HF Habs: 2024 NHL Draft Thread

[Garbageyuk]

I’d rather take a swing on Justin Poirier in the 2nd. He’s going to be a project because he’s got some flaws, but I think with the right support and development staff, he can become a good NHL player. I think we finally have that in both Laval and Montreal.

 

[vokiel]

I’d rather take a swing on Justin Poirier in the 2nd. He’s going to be a project because he’s got some flaws, but I think with the right support and development staff, he can become a good NHL player. I think we finally have that in both Laval and Montreal.

What makes you think he won't be available in the 3rd then?

 

[PavelBrendl]

If you watch anyone's highlights looking for blown or weak d coverage you'll find it on literally every goal, because goals don't happen without mistakes from the other team's defense.

Agreed. The ability to spot opportunities and capitalize on mistakes is something that all elite offensive players have.

The assertion that Catton is the only player in the WHL that defenders are rolling over for is clown shit.

 

[MrNasty]

Linstrom's playoffs? 1 goal with 1 assist in 4 games (14 PIM).

To be fair, I do see Lindstrom's potential. I just have hockey IQ and play making/vision concerns. Combined with the injury and no U18's to evaluate.

Having the ability to see how his game translates at the U18's against the best his age was something I would have been very much interested in.

I have been tracking rankings for 10 years and Button's list is no better and no worse than the rest. Its his opinion. And one thing is certain - the concensus rankings always end up to be way off too. I actual like it when Button goes off the norm The other place that is never shy to be bold in their rankings is Hockey Prospect (Black Book). They haven't updated their public rankings since January but at that time they had Levshunov as 12 and Lindstrom at 2.

 

[SlafySZN]

 

[WeThreeKings]

You can see why the Habs would be very interested.

 

[bleuetbio]

We can use Avs' second rounder: ~54 if I'm not wrong.

Edit: 56 I think.

A lot of stuff can be made to reach the top 17

 

[Skip Bayless]

Guys, I just saw Konsta Helenius highlights for the first time...

 

[BeliveauFan4ever]

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You can see why the Habs would be very interested.

Only going to get better.

Yes please.

 

[Saundies]

As long as HuGo keeps their eyes on the prize (a forward)..

"Ouuuu look, a big D is availa-" Shut up Bobrov, turn your head. There's forwards right there waiting to be picked.

 

[TheBuriedHab]

I love reading the comments on that video. Some really bright people.

 

[Jabba11]

Guys, I just saw Konsta Helenius highlights for the first time...

And he's good!

 

[Skip Bayless]

And he's good!

Plekanec vibes

 

[The Last Red]

And he's good!

I remember seeing a Lars Eller highlight montage when we traded Halak for him and thinking that he was going to be a star. Just saying.

 

[Hacketts]

I remember seeing a Lars Eller highlight montage when we traded Halak for him and thinking that he was going to be a star. Just saying.

buddy scored the goal for the cup.

 

[jaffy27]

You can see why the Habs would be very interested.

So he’s Lindstrom without the injury history…??

This kid is slick

 

[Jabba11]

Sam Dickinson is still more interesting prospect than Lindstrom, Sennecker and Iginla. Surefire top 1D in the league and will be a future captain. Having him and Reinbacher as 1a 1b D is immense for the rebuild. More than a top 6 winger/2C or a project like Sennecke that comes with high rewards but still high risks.

 

[Remparts666]

I haven’t seen any highlights but I hope they pick iginla because of his genetics . More likely to be a durable player and thus a great playoff performer .

 

[Estimated_Prophet]

So he’s Lindstrom without the injury history…??

This kid is slick

Nothing like Lindstrom as Sennecke is more of a soft-skill/hands player while Lindstrom is more north/south and physical. I like both of them but both have some obvious flaws that make you hesitate. I think Sennecke has a higher offensive ceiling and Lindstrom is a little safer with a higher floor.

I take Iginla over both right now as he is a mix of the two albeit in a smaller package but there are no glaring weaknesses. I would be happy with any of these three if HuGo believe in them after interviews and talking to their coaches, teammates and others in the hockey community who can provide insight that we do not have.

 

[Estimated_Prophet]

I haven’t seen any highlights but I hope they pick iginla because of his genetics . More likely to be a durable player and thus a great playoff performer .

I like him a lot but genetics/blood line is certainly not a primary consideration.

Sam Dickinson is still more interesting prospect than Lindstrom, Sennecker and Iginla. Surefire top 1D in the league and will be a future captain. Having him and Reinbacher as 1a 1b D is immense for the rebuild. More than a top 6 winger/2C or a project like Sennecke that comes with high rewards but still high risks.

I agree that Dickinson is an absolute stud and may even be the best defender in the draft. I don't think we will select him due to our absurd depth at LD but he is awfully tough to pass on.

People putting Parekh ahead of him are out to lunch imo. I will go out on a limb and say that Cole Hutson will be better than Parekh when it is all said and done.

 

[salbutera]

 

[vokiel]

A lot of stuff can be made to reach the top 17

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The top 17 isn't worth the effort. I'd rather trade all that capital for next drafts.

 

[Draft]

As far as I’m aware, Tij’s mom is a total bust as an NHL hockey player. Never produced in the playoffs, slight frame, weak on the puck. I expect a mom that’s a farm girl with wide shoulders, strong legs, a mean streak, 1ppg in the playoffs, and can trace her lineage to Charlemagne - I’m not interested in measuring “bloodlines” otherwise.

 

[Habs Halifax]

I have been tracking rankings for 10 years and Button's list is no better and no worse than the rest. Its his opinion. And one thing is certain - the concensus rankings always end up to be way off too. I actual like it when Button goes off the norm The other place that is never shy to be bold in their rankings is Hockey Prospect (Black Book). They haven't updated their public rankings since January but at that time they had Levshunov as 12 and Lindstrom at 2.

I do think fans get emotionally tied to the popular rankings out there. Not trying to defend Button at all though. I just think he makes his list and doesn't care about popularity.

The movement from September - Mid - End of season in the draft year is always something I track as well. This draft has a fair amount of movement but that top 13 looks solid.

 

[vokiel]

I remember seeing a Lars Eller highlight montage when we traded Halak for him and thinking that he was going to be a star. Just saying.

Couple seasons after that Gryba made us realized he didn't have much hands.