Prospect Info: Blues 2024-2025 Prospect Thread

[PocketNines]

WED 1/15 ... PACIFIC times

Springfield (Stenberg debut?) @ Bridgeport 4pm
Jecho @ Swift Current 6pm
Stancl vs. Spokane 705pm (against Catton, Cristall his linemate for the first half of the season and our Will McIsaac who's #18 on D)

 

[Caser]

He started the year out loaned to Lada, from SKA. Then SKA brought him back. Then SKA traded him to Traktor.

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A few months ago, @Caser told us that Koromyslov refused to sign an extension with SKA and they were jerking him around as they knew he wouldn’t be staying with them. I believe he speculated that Arseni would be coming to N.A. next season.

My take: SKA isn’t interested in continuing his development as he appears to have one foot out the door. So they loaned him out and then traded him. He just needs to get through this season, hopefully do well for Traktor and then my hope is he signs with the Blues and we see him in Springfield next season.

I don't remember stating that at least that recently, did I really say that?

 

[Caser]

I don't remember stating that at least that recently, did I really say that?

I now remembered that I did, but it was like a year ago. Since then Koromyslov extended though, so his KHL contract is now until the end of 2025/26.

 

[Stealth JD]

Looking forward to Stenberg joining his buddy Dvorsky in Springfield. Would love to see them build some instant chemistry and start next year on the third line in STL together.

 

[STL fan in MN]

I now remembered that I did, but it was like a year ago. Since then Koromyslov extended though, so his KHL contract is now until the end of 2025/26.

Gotcha. And that’s why I tagged you as perhaps you’d have updated info!

Thanks for the update. Somewhat disappointing he signed on for another year though. Why don’t think led to the trade from SKA to Traktor? Is this likely to be good for him? Any updated thoughts on his likely timeline to the NHL?

 

[PocketNines]

wonder when Stenberg suits up for the first time, it wasn't tonight

 

[PerryTurnbullfan]

wonder when Stenberg suits up for the first time, it wasn't tonight

They mentioned this weekend. Has only got one practice in.

 

[Snubbed4Vezina]

McIsaac with a couple assists already in the Spokane-Kelowna showdown.

 

[PocketNines]

McIsaac with a couple assists already in the Spokane-Kelowna showdown.

The first one was a nice outlet pass. He's +4 and has 2 assists through 2 but it's the Cristall and Catton show driving everything and it's 6-0 Spokane.

Stancl leads his team with 4 shots, a couple high quality

 

[PocketNines]

McIsaac is having a pretty nice game. That's twice now a chance with Stancl's line had its chance wiped out by McIsaac. Stancl has had some dangerous chances ... but it is 9-0 Spokane with just a bit left

Catton gets a hat trick on 10 shots (50 overall), Stancl had 6 shots but his 5 game goal scoring streak was broken. Final 10-0 Spokane. Stancl 10/18 in the dot. McIsaac finished +5 and looked like someone I should watch more, he was way more involved than the last time I saw them. They are going to be pretty good loaded up with Cristall now, each of Cristall and Catton had 4 point nights.

Regan Bartel is the PBP guy's name. He's excellent, really dialed in and a lot of tough names. Has a lot of fun though not as much when they lose 10-0

 

[ChicagoBlues]

Jiricek’s Bulldogs were sold to a group led by Zach Hyman.

 

[Bobby Orrtuzzo]

Jiricek’s Bulldogs were sold to a group led by Zach Hyman.

I’m sure his father helped him with that

 

[Overkamp]

Being the best player in NCAA hockey means alot but doesn't mean you're a sure fire star by any means. Also don't think age matters. Would you knock someone for rookie of the year because he was a few years older than other rookies? I wouldn't. College hockey is more competitive now than it's been in decades too.

In the past, the Hobey Baker didn’t translate to bonafide future hockey stars, much less an every day nhl player.

But college hockey talent pools have improved significantly over the last 10 years. It holds more weight than it has previously.

 

[Majorityof1]

In the past, the Hobey Baker didn’t translate to bonafide future hockey stars, much less an every day nhl player.

But college hockey talent pools have improved significantly over the last 10 years. It holds more weight than it has previously.

Logan Cooley is the same age as Snuggerud. Cooley did not win the Hobey Baker because he turned pro after his freshman year. If Snuggerud wins the HB this year while Cooley is putting up close to a point per game in the NHL at the same age, who would you project to be the better player long term?

 

[Overkamp]

Logan Cooley is the same age as Snuggerud. Cooley did not win the Hobey Baker because he turned pro after his freshman year. If Snuggerud wins the HB this year while Cooley is putting up close to a point per game in the NHL at the same age, who would you project to be the better player long term?

Depends what your needs are. Cooley is a future 1C which we know don’t grow on trees. I’d take a gifted center over a winger any day BUT Snuggerud projects as an elite power forward which may be even more difficult to find. He definitely has all the tools.

 

[Majorityof1]

Depends what your needs are. Cooley is a future 1C which we know don’t grow on trees. I’d take a gifted center over a winger any day BUT Snuggerud projects as an elite power forward which may be even more difficult to find. He definitely has all the tools.

No he doesn't. He doesn't project as elite or really play like a PF. He is a sniper. He'll go to the net, but isn't going to make his living there, especially in the NHL. He has the possibility to be elite due to his shot, but I wouldn't say that is the most likely outcome.

We should sign Liam Malqvust and Harrison Scott. They have better point per game in NCAA than Snuggy. Never mind that they are 24 and went undrafted every time they were eligible. Age does not matter according to some and they are playing better than Snuggy. Trade Snuggy and sign the 24 year old college players!!!!

 

[PocketNines]

Besides the Blues themselves today 1/16,

Just Lindstein against Lulea in a little bit and Pekarcik before the Blues game

I hesitate with Pekarcik because his body doesn't seem dense enough to go with the physicality he needs to be successful with his style of play. Taylor mentioned they liked that he was getting his points going through the defense physically. There's something about his skating and body density that gives me pause about him getting to the next level. Difficult to articulate.

 

[ChicagoBlues]

I’m sure his father helped him with that

Some people have all the luck.

 

[Caser]

Gotcha. And that’s why I tagged you as perhaps you’d have updated info!

Thanks for the update. Somewhat disappointing he signed on for another year though. Why don’t think led to the trade from SKA to Traktor? Is this likely to be good for him? Any updated thoughts on his likely timeline to the NHL?

If we look at this season, his usage at Traktor currently is even less than it was at SKA, as they are pretty stacked at D. However things might change already next season, also should be mentioned that Ben Groulx is the coach there, so he might teach him a thing or two about NA hockey.

As for the timeline I think it is too early to judge, as it is pretty much the first season when he finally showed something that could be a sign of NHL potential, next season should be more indicative.

 

[Overkamp]

No he doesn't. He doesn't project as elite or really play like a PF. He is a sniper. He'll go to the net, but isn't going to make his living there, especially in the NHL. He has the possibility to be elite due to his shot, but I wouldn't say that is the most likely outcome.

We should sign Liam Malqvust and Harrison Scott. They have better point per game in NCAA than Snuggy. Never mind that they are 24 and went undrafted every time they were eligible. Age does not matter according to some and they are playing better than Snuggy. Trade Snuggy and sign the 24 year old college players!!!!

K if you say so. Lol

 

[Majorityof1]

K if you say so. Lol

Not just I say so. Scouting reports, prospect rankings, whatever. Nobody is projecting him as elite. Pronman just released rankings and he was tier 5 where only tier 1 was elite. And he said nothing about a power game. Now many don't like Pronman, but I have never seen him projected at an elite level nor described as a power forward. Show me anyone not a Blues fan who says otherwise

 

[PocketNines]

PACIFIC times 1/17

Burns 4pm vs Sault Ste Marie
Jiricek 405pm at Oshawa
Fischer 405pm vs Sudbury
Snuggy 5pm vs Notre Dame
Ralph 530pm vs. Arizona State
Jecho 6pm at Regina
Mrsic 6pm vs Swift Current
Stancl 705pm vs Seattle

Missing Stancl for dinner and 80s night tonight but watching him tomorrow live, it's a home and home with last place Seattle/Radim Mrtka

 

[PerryTurnbullfan]

PACIFIC times 1/17

Burns 4pm vs Sault Ste Marie
Jiricek 405pm at Oshawa
Fischer 405pm vs Sudbury
Snuggy 5pm vs Notre Dame
Ralph 530pm vs. Arizona State
Jecho 6pm at Regina
Mrsic 6pm vs Swift Current
Stancl 705pm vs Seattle

Missing Stancl for dinner and 80s night tonight but watching him tomorrow live, it's a home and home with last place Seattle/Radim Mrtka

Braeden Cootes is on Seattle. Possible first round center. I’m curious what your take is on him.

 

[PocketNines]

Braeden Cootes is on Seattle. Possible first round center. I’m curious what your take is on him.

Will definitely be watching Cootes too