C Berkly Catton - Spokane Chiefs, WHL (2024, 8th, SEA)

[coooldude]

No he didn't. He outright said at the combine he thinks he can play C in the NHL. He's a very good 2 way player and strong positionally. Everything except the size screams center.

It really sounds like the truth is he'd be happy to play either. As opposed to definitely wants to play C or definitely doesn't think he can play C.

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[JiricekSaveUs]

I think he’s going to be a first liner but I’d be pretty shocked if it’s down the middle honestly

 

[Double Dion]

It really sounds like the truth is he'd be happy to play either. As opposed to definitely wants to play C or definitely doesn't think he can play C.

Catton inspired by Jack Hughes ahead of 2024 NHL Draft | NHL.com

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He literally said this afternoon he sees himself as a center in the mold of Brayden Point. It's the Flames talk interview with Pat Steinberg. He never said he thinks he's a winger in any interview. You completely fabricated that.

C’mon man, you know how much self-esteem is at risk if you suggest the player understands more about their situation than a bunch random people on the internet.

Again, Catton never said that. He said exactly the opposite.

 

[SlafySZN]

He literally said this afternoon he sees himself as a center in the mold of Brayden Point. It's the Flames talk interview with Pat Steinberg. He never said he thinks he's a winger in any interview. You completely fabricated that.


Again, Catton never said that. He said exactly the opposite.

The week of the combine in an interview with a Montreal reporter he said he could see himself as a winger in the NHL.

Remember reading the article.

 

[coooldude]

He literally said this afternoon he sees himself as a center in the mold of Brayden Point. It's the Flames talk interview with Pat Steinberg. He never said he thinks he's a winger in any interview. You completely fabricated that.


Again, Catton never said that. He said exactly the opposite.

Bro, I quoted him in an nhl.com article. I linked to that article. Take a few deep breaths.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

Does saying he could envision playing as a winger mean he sees himself as a winger? Seems like he’s saying the right thing.

 

[Juxtaposer]

If Catton were sure he could be a center in the NHL, he’d be telling everyone how he’s for sure going to be a center in the NHL. Because that statement would significantly boost his draft stock.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

If Catton were sure he could be a center in the NHL, he’d be telling everyone how he’s for sure going to be a center in the NHL. Because that statement would significantly boost his draft stock.

Would it? Does every prospect go about their responses in interviews in a very cocky way?

Some of these players are simply polite, agreeable, and willing to indulge the questions they get.

 

[Haagen Dazs]

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[Juxtaposer]

Would it? Does every prospect go about their responses in interviews in a very cocky way?

Some of these players are simply polite, agreeable, and willing to indulge the questions they get.

How would saying he’s a center make him seem cocky. He could say something simple as “I envision myself playing center in the NHL” and that would be enough.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

How would saying he’s a center make him seem cocky. He could say something simple as “I envision myself playing center in the NHL” and that would be enough.

But he has. He’s given both sides of the equation. I don’t see his comments as suggesting he thinks he’ll be a winger. It sounds like someone who is open-minded.

 

[57special]

Seems like we are getting hyperfocussed on things that don't matter.

 

[wetcoast]

Seems like we are getting hyperfocussed on things that don't matter.

That means the season is over and the draft hasn't happened yet.

Catton is a top notch prospect and whatever team gets him is going to be extremely happy as I see a long and productive NHL career for him.

 

[UpsideHockey]

One of our favs

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One of our favs

Berkly Catton - Upside Hockey NHL Draft Prospect Profiles​

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[Natey]

As a Habs fan, I'm really hoping for him or Demidov.

 

[DudeWhereIsMakar]

Very bold prediction, he rises to the Ducks.

 

[ZegrasOwnsYou]

Very bold prediction, he rises to the Ducks.

As a delusional Ducks fan, I can confirm this prediction as true.

 

[MMC]

Welcome to Seattle

 

[Bubbles]

Top 10 pick after all! And what a run for the WHL so far!

 

[wetcoast]

Seattle adds to their extremely impressive prospect pool with a great pick

 

[RainyCityHockey]

Like Francis taking a swing on the offensive talent.

 

[Dominance]

Really thought he was destined to fall and become this year’s Benson. Seattle has a nasty offence cooking with Wright and Beniers and now Catton, not to mention Firkus and Sale and co.

 

[TheNumber4]

Reminds me of McDavid but slower and smaller.

 

[The Gr8 Dane]

Reminds me of McDavid but slower and smaller.

So nothing like McDavid ( Just kidding i like this kid)

 

[TheNumber4]

So nothing like McDavid ( Just kidding i like this kid)

There are eerie similarities.