Canada
Owen Martin
Despite lacking high-end scoring or a sparkling physical profile, Martin earned plenty of fans for his two-way play during Spokane's run to the WHL finals.
Canada
Despite lacking high-end scoring or a sparkling physical profile, Martin earned plenty of fans for his two-way play during Spokane's run to the WHL finals.
Though he struggled to find his footing (and ice-time) this season, as one of the draft's youngest players, his skill-size-tenacity combination makes him an interesting option.
An effortful checking forward with hands, vision and a powerful shot. The question will be if he can find a way to leverage these at higher levels.
Poised and talented, though lacks the willingness to create plays by himself.
Skillful center with strong off-puck movement and puck protection mechanics. Skating and defensive game need to improve to unlock his second-line upside.
Dach is an offensively skilled forward with solid stick handling abilities and is able to play in both the centre and left wing slots. His size is a great advantage over his opponents especially down low where he is able to muscle his way in and control the puck. His has a strong yet very deceptive release for a player of his size. As a 6-foot-4 forward his skating was one noticeable flaw in his game however he has been able to strengthen his acceleration and edge work since being drafted. The probability of being a reliable middle six NHL player is certainly there.
Defensive-minded center with pace and compete. Great one-on-one attacker but struggles when faced with opposition. Potential middle-six pivot with elite chance-suppressing numbers.
Versatile two-way forward with good speed and instincts. Needs to add strength as he develops but has middle-six NHL potential.
Strong skater with scoring instincts, intricate playmaking and hints of a power game. Needs to round things out, but could become a solid middle-six power forward.
Hard-working winger with sneaky scoring skill down low. Creating off turnovers is his bread and butter, but needs to diversify his offense to unlock his potential as a third-line checker.