Who should the Chicago Blackhawks select 2nd overall in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft?

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

Welcome to HF, Kyle

You go from a fun prospect loving contributor to an uncomfortably aggressive conspiracy theorist from the lottery until training camp starts.

 

[razor ray]

Why draft prospect Ivan Demidov could make sense for Blackhawks, Connor Bedard

The Blackhawks may look to add a definitive top-end forward with their first pick in the draft. Here's why Demidov could be a good fit.

theathletic.com

Older read but good info.

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

6'3 194lbs at 17
left handed defenceman
70 points (18g,52a) in 68 games played +56 in the regular season
amazing two way dman who can skate with the best of them

That's who I want. Get a forward next year. McKenna come on down and then rebuild is complete.

Dickinson is really good. He just doesn't have the upside I'd want at two. I love Catton. Feel the same way about taking him at two.

 

[razor ray]

 

[CallMeShaft]

Why draft prospect Ivan Demidov could make sense for Blackhawks, Connor Bedard

The Blackhawks may look to add a definitive top-end forward with their first pick in the draft. Here's why Demidov could be a good fit.

theathletic.com

Older read but good info.

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While there might not be a true consensus with this pick, Demidov certainly has an advantage among most rankings.

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

He's got every tool but I see way too much Bogosian in him to feel good about taking him at two.

 

[TLEH]

Catton is awesome. If he’s falling for some reason because he didn’t play u18s I’d move up to get him.

I think of the players in this range I would be most dissatisfied with Dickinson because it’s another bunt single, but this time at 2.

 

[magnificent]

By the way, one of the russian journalists said there are rumors that Demidov definitely wants to play in North America as soon as possible.

 

[TLEH]

By the way, one of the russian journalists said there are rumors that Demidov definitely wants to play in North America as soon as possible.

It’s pretty well known yeah. Adds up with how he was treated by SKA.

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

Catton is awesome. If he’s falling for some reason because he didn’t play u18s I’d move up to get him.

I think of the players in this range I would be most dissatisfied with Dickinson because it’s another bunt single, but this time at 2.

I think Catton goes later than he should and some team is smiling for a decade.

 

[TLEH]

I think Catton goes later than he should and some team is smiling for a decade.

If he’s there after 10 like Benson im calling everyone

 

[Kevin Musto]

I think there's no world in which Catton goes top 10.

 

[Drumman44]

Do I actually like Cayden Lindstrom or do I like the idea of a 6’3” power forward who can play center?

 

[ColbyChaos]

BPA, most people seem to think thats demidov. Would be nice to add some size but i dont think we're taking lindstrom or silayev at 2

May as well just trade back for Dylan Strome and Kirby Dach after all they are big

 

[TLEH]

I think there's no world in which Catton goes top 10.

Well I said after 10, so 11 at buffalo I’m calling. But I think he’s a top 10 talent. He’s no Cristall though

Do I actually like Cayden Lindstrom or do I like the idea of a 6’3” power forward who can play center?

The latter

 

[DisgruntledHawkFan]

Do I actually like Cayden Lindstrom or do I like the idea of a 6’3” power forward who can play center?

For me it's definitely the latter. I'd happily take Catton over him.

 

[Kevin Musto]

Well I said after 10, so 11 at buffalo I’m calling. But I think he’s a top 10 talent. He’s no Cristall though

The latter

Yeah maybe Buffalo. They did take Benson after all.

 

[Dr Salt]

Its a weaker draft, also Michkov told teams he wouldn't interview with them, so he dropped even more.

Michkov was being picky and had that extension, Demidov is playing the complete opposite political game that just feels like get in the NHL at all costs.

 

[TLEH]

Lindstrom is my pick for a guy that people are high on that really struggles

 

[Kevin Musto]

I haven't even voted on my own poll yet.

I'm really torn between Silayev and Iginla.

Silayev has by far the most upside available. Chara 2.0? Sign me up!

But Iginla is just the most likeable guy available. Always improving, very young, gamer, perfect wingman for Bedard. He's just a guy you want wearing a Blackhawks jersey. I love his fit on this roster.

 

[ello]

Levshunov is what, a 6'2 RHD?

Same exact prospect but what if he was say a 6'1 LHD? Same hype? I highly doubt it and would probably be around where Buium is ranked if not lower

Everyone and anyone pulling for Lev being drafted is going "oooo RHD" which is the definition of drafting for need lol. I would hate to see us drafting for need that high and frankly I really don't think he's that good

I see much more Erik Johnson and Zach Bogosian than say, Weber or Doughty

 

[CokenoPepsi]

Kyle Turris

 

[Caser]

What's so sub-tier about the MHL? If anything the MHL is stronger now than it used to be since so many Russian juniors have stayed in the country.

Russian MHLers are actually quite underscouted and underrated. There are many hidden gems in that league who will go much lower than they should. For example, Egor Surin is a terrific prospect; most people are still sleeping on him.

Also as I already mentioned, the MHL division means that stronger teams play vs. stronger ones twice more often than against the weaker ones. And the top prospects usually play on those stronger teams.

 

[Lion13]

For me Buium is going to be the best player of this draft. So I’m happy to draft him @ 2 overall, yet I hope KD plays up draft rankings and other team views and trades down and acquires more assets, while still nabbing buium.
To me he has all the physical attributes( skating, skills, not big but solid and strong) combined with a high hockey IQ. He’s very cal markar(esque).
Also he has the ability to adjust and elevate his game against stiffer competition and big Game moments.
Not to mention , he’s just winner at every level he’s played , and a leader amongst winners.
I try to trade down a bit for more assets while still getting him , but if not I take him at 2 , I’d take him at 1 actually

 

[Darkstar]

Lindstrom is my pick for a guy that people are high on that really struggles

It's hard to have a strong opinion on him yet. Such a small sample size.