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LW Colby Barlow - Oshawa Generals, OHL (2023, 18th, WPG)

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GeorgeLeafer12 said:
Pretty much zero talk around this great prospect.

32 goals already this season in just 39 games for the 17 year old.
59 points, is +21 with 188 sog.

Pace for 54 goals (65 games)
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I am hoping Habs first pick?

BTW, you sound like prospect guru. Do you know much on Florian Xhekaj?
 
I just think he's getting overrated now solely on production and size. 8th overall is too rich for me. He's a really solid player and an adept finisher but it really does look like a middle 6 forward here and I think he'll only touch 30 on rare occasions.
 
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He should model his game after Zach Hyman, and I think he could become an extremely effective NHL player. He has the tools to be a similar player, with the proper development.
 
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WeThreeKings said:
I just think he's getting overrated now solely on production and size. 8th overall is too rich for me. He's a really solid player and an adept finisher but it really does look like a middle 6 forward here and I think he'll only touch 30 on rare occasions.
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Production will always matter if you go up in the draft. Problem is that most LW guys who play hard and in the crease don't pan out at that level. Looking at the way Barlow plays, he's definitely got a nose for the net but is it enough? You gotta have a decent enough shot and skate well enough to put that frame to work as an NHL'er
 
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Osakahaus said:
Production will always matter if you go up in the draft. Problem is that most LW guys who play hard and in the crease don't pan out at that level. Looking at the way Barlow plays, he's definitely got a nose for the net but is it enough? You gotta have a decent enough shot and skate well enough to put that frame to work as an NHL'er
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His skating and shot are probably Barlow's two biggest strengths, so I wouldn't be too concerned about that stopping him.
 
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JT3 said:
His skating and shot are probably Barlow's two biggest strengths, so I wouldn't be too concerned about that stopping him.
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Okay so that shouldn't be a problem then.

Is he capable of using that frame of his however?
 
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His skating and shot are probably Barlow's two biggest strengths, so I wouldn't be too concerned about that stopping him.
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Agreed 100%

Not sure what this other poster keeps going on about putting his frame to work? What does that even mean, lol.
 
Osakahaus said:
Okay so that shouldn't be a problem then.

Is he capable of using that frame of his however?
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He's not a huge hitter and his puck carrying actually isn't his best attribute, but he's a super hard worker. And while some folks think he's just more physically mature than his peers (which isn't ENTIRELY untrue), he's about 6'1 187 I believe which still leaves room for physical progression.

It may have been mentioned already but I like the Zach Hyman comparable.
 
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JT3 said:
He's not a huge hitter and his puck carrying actually isn't his best attribute, but he's a super hard worker. And while some folks think he's just more physically mature than his peers (which isn't ENTIRELY untrue), he's about 6'1 187 I believe which still leaves room for physical progression.

It may have been mentioned already but I like the Zach Hyman comparable.
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sounds good. i'll keep an eye on him if he's available at the 8-12 range
 

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JT3 said:
He's not a huge hitter and his puck carrying actually isn't his best attribute, but he's a super hard worker. And while some folks think he's just more physically mature than his peers (which isn't ENTIRELY untrue), he's about 6'1 187 I believe which still leaves room for physical progression.

It may have been mentioned already but I like the Zach Hyman comparable.
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I like it too, I think he has a very safe projection as a top 6 forward 55-65 pts
 
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Barlow has looked good all season. He has size and skating, shooting are pretty good assets to have. The rest he will learn being so young still. Easy top 6 forward if their is such a player this young. OS has a stud to build around.
 
Peachkings1922 said:
Barlow has looked good all season. He has size and skating, shooting are pretty good assets to have. The rest he will learn being so young still. Easy top 6 forward if their is such a player this young. OS has a stud to build around.
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Skating? I think that's a pretty big weakness for him actually.
 
McMozesmadness said:
He reminds me a bit of James Neal

Right now, he's around 20 on my list. I like him, but I'm not buying the top ten hype
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He'd be a great target for someone like your Oilers. A complementary winger, got physical maturity, not that far from playing in the NHL. Can finish plays and get involved on the PK.

But for teams looking to get back into the playoff picture and trying to build a team that requires complementary pieces, he shouldn't be a target.
 
WeThreeKings said:
He'd be a great target for someone like your Oilers. A complementary winger, got physical maturity, not that far from playing in the NHL. Can finish plays and get involved on the PK.

But for teams looking to get back into the playoff picture and trying to build a team that requires complementary pieces, he shouldn't be a target.
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I am confused
 
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