Russia
An intelligent goalie who tracks and anticipates the puck well. Lacks high-end athleticism and size but is aggressive in the crease and challenges shooters. A long-term project like many Russian netminders, worth keeping an eye on in deep dynasty leagues.
A sturdily built defenseman who plays a physical, sensible, game, closing checks and moving the puck the puck up ice with intention.
Hard-shooting sniper with speed and size
A silky undersized playmaker, who also is willing to play physically on the forecheck. Melnikov’s offensive touch has earned him a handful of games at the VHL level.
200ft player who this season is transitioning to center. Good skater with an endless motor. Questionable offensive upside.
An athletic goaltender with raw skill and moves well from side to side. Needs time to refine his game.
He has all of the tools to become a regular in the NHL, but his offensive upside is still questionable as to whether he can become a top-6 talent.
An offensive defender who is not particularly mobile, but uses strength in the crease defensively. Can be caught chasing plays. Has dramatically improved his offensive game since arriving in North America.
A strong skater with offensive upside, better suited in a top-six role than a bottom-six. Defensively, a work in progress, which may limit his ceiling.
A mobile physical defenseman with two-way upside. Offensively raw, he is better known for his defensive play and could develop into a bottom-pairing NHL defenseman.
