C Ryan Kujawinski - Kingston Frontenacs, OHL (2013 Draft)

[AcrossThePond]

Position: C
Birthdate: 1995/03/30
Age: 17
Height: 183cm / 6ft
Weight: 79kg / 174lbs

Haven't seen an awful lot of this kid play, just bits and bobs from highlights etc.

I 'follow' five players every year in the CHL, to learn more about the level and generally just to watch junior hockey. Kujawinski is on my list because I was impressed with what I saw and intrigued to see him progress in 2012/13.

He seemed to thrive after the Spooner trade putting up a point per game in Kingston where in Sarnia, I guess he was receiving limited ice time, only mustered 6 points in almost 30 games. I wonder if Sarnia kind of regret letting this kid go.

I was also kind of hoping Kingston would draft Joshua Ho-Sang which would make an interesting combo with Ryan.

Can anyone give me any feedback/opinions on what I am expected to see following Kujawinski next season?

Thanks.

Stats:

http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=125026

 

[Circulartheory]

Great article on Kujawinski:

http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/jrhockey-buzzing-the-net/kingston-frontenacs-ryan-kujawinski-could-become-face-franchise-145937112.html

If he continues his offensive numbers, I think he can be the Ryan Johansen of the 2013 draft; that is, a big body centerman that quickly rises to be a top ten pick (maybe even a top 5).

But that is only if he can continue dominating in the OHL, so it'll be interesting to watch.

EDIT: No longer just 6-0 174lbs. He is now 6-2 205lbs, with maybe 10-15lbs more he can add considering his strength reliant game.

 

[Torts]

pretty much nhl size, just needs to round out and work on offensive game in my opinion. big fan of his. even using him in be a pro in nhl 13.

hoping to see his name selected in the 1st round in june. should happen baring a horrible second half to season.

 

[JawandaPuck]