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ej27 · 01-16-2017, 01:41 PM

We know it's a bummer that S33 SMJHL Draftees who sign up early can't participate in S32 PT's, so we're going to try something different this season and introduce a couple of overlap PT's. If your player will be entering the S33 SMJHL Draft, this PT is for you! The earlybird gets the worm, etc.

Your Task

Write a brief prospect report on your player, or create a HUT card.

Requirements

Written: Must include 150 words.
Graphic: Must include 1 player render and 4 player attributes.

Payout

2 Capped TPE for doing the thing. This will count toward the S33 SMJHL PT cap, which is 30.

(We made some changes to the PT system last season, but because of the holidays, we didn't offer as many PT's as we wanted. So those changes will still be in effect this season and will make a bigger difference, especially considering these earlybird overlap PT's. Here's a link to last season's Cap Race Post. We'll post a new claims post for the Cap Race once the season gets underway.)

Deadline
Jan 22 @11:59pm EST

ONLY SEASON 33 SMJHL ROOKIES ARE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS TASK. SEASON 32 SMJHL ROOKIES MAY NOT PARTICIPATE.

You may not claim TPE for this PT until it has been graded and the claim has been posted in the S33 SMJHL PT Claims Post.

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me or Jenny.

Vik · 01-16-2017, 05:43 PM

Scouting Report on Jakub Trocheck

Jakub Trocheck is one of the most highly touted skaters entering the upcoming SMJHL entry draft. Thatâ€™s not just a figure of speech either, he really is the best skater coming into the draft. Trocheck has an estimated 89 practice hours already invested into skating, before he has even entered the SMJHL! Trocheck is also an above average scorer, especially for a defenseman. Think remnants of young Mike Green. However, that is where the exceptional play stops. Past Trocheckâ€™s skating and scoring he doesnâ€™t have much going for him. His defense is absolutely terrible for a defenseman and makes you wonder is he actually trying to play defense. His checking is also poor and he not only shies away from hits, but frequently misses checks. Itâ€™s good he has such great speed because he needs it to make up for his poor hockey IQ on the back check. He is also a very selfish player who doesnâ€™t pass the puck very often. Itâ€™s not just that he refuses to pass, but when he does pass his passes are sloppy. Finally his strength is probably the worst feature of his game. He is weak on the puck and in the corners and doesnâ€™t have a very hard shot. Itâ€™s not that he is drastically under weight either, itâ€™s just that the weight might not be muscle if you know what Iâ€™m saying. All in all though I think that Trocheckâ€™s speed will largely hide the other glaring holes in his game and allow him to stay afloat as he learns the ropes in his first season in the SMJHL.

TheRealBK · 01-16-2017, 07:32 PM

Brett Kennedy Scouting Report
by SMJHL Central Scouting Director Max Andrews

In one of the most 'out-of-left-field' events in recent hockey memory, Brett Kennedy has decided to enter the S33 SMJHL Entry Draft. While we may all know of his professional wrestling past, there's very few that know his success as a hockey player.

Back in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) in Notre Dame, Kennedy was a two-way sensation. Both known for his phsyicality and his scoring touch, Kennedy had a hot shot and was the finish to many tic-tac toe plays. 28 goals in the SJHL isn't anything to bark about, but it still is an impressive number in a league that created many young stars in the SHL and in many European Leagues.

What separated Kennedy in the SJHL is his size and defense. He was 6'3" at 16 years of age, and was notoriously known for already being a 'filled-out player' at 240 pounds. With that size, it made him a defensive expert, especially in short-handed situations. Whenever he wasn't in the penalty box in short-handed plays, he was known to disrupt power-play offenses by intercepting passes and cutting off passing lanes simply with his size.

However, this is the Brett Kennedy from two years ago. For many people, coming back to hockey after two years results in the player never being the same as before. It is the case in Kennedy, but it might not be the similar story you hear.

Since his firing from a major wrestling promotion in March of 2016, Kennedy went back to hockey, and has been improving through self-development in empty rink practices and Beer League games in Saskatoon. What can be said about today's Brett Kennedy is that his game has changed compared to his Notre Dame past.

Kennedy doesn't have the same shot he had before, which could cause him to be overlooked by teams in the draft. With the new age focusing on speed and scoring ability, it can be said that Kennedy is far behind that trend. He doesn't have the speed, but can still find himself in plays with his now-6'5" frame. One aspect of his game that has never changed is his lack of passing. Back in Notre Dame, he was the finish of plays, which caused the selfish mentality, and it hasn't changed from day one. But, with his lack of offensive ability, he has made strides in improving the other aspects of his game.

One aspect, which you don't see much right away from young talent, is the ability on the faceoff dot. Kennedy had a 68% faceoff success rate in Notre Dame, and made sure to keep that ability despite two years out of the game. He anticipates the puck drop much sooner than most, which gives him the edge on the faceoffs. If he is late on his anticipation, he'll still use his strength to power past the opposing centerman and push it back.

What hasn't changed, however, is his ability on defense. At one point, Kennedy was listed as a 270 pound wrestler. But, with a training regimen found similar to the Gary Roberts Camp, he has cut down nearly 50 pounds, and is down to 222 pounds. With that weight loss, that doesn't mean his strength has been diminished in the slightest. In a private session with two undisclosed scouts, he was seen leg pressing over 450 pounds with ease, and benching 230 pounds in easy succession. His wrestling training gave Kennedy the ability to be a stronger hockey player, which gives him a significant edge over many of the prospects over the rest of the talent pool.

Draft Expectation: Late Round

There's a lot of good things to say about Brett Kennedy. His defense will separate him over the rest of the talent pool, but that won't guarantee him any significant minutes on the ice, let alone being a top prospect. He's still two years removed from the game, and there's been no real competition for Kennedy in his return to the ice. The SMJHL will very possibly be a tough transition from the Beer Leagues, but one thing is for certain. If Kennedy keeps up his desire for hockey, he might be one of the most entertaining prospects to come out of this draft and for years to come.

JuniorHockey · 01-17-2017, 10:02 AM

BARTHOLOMEW ÄŒECHOVÃ‰

Bartholomew is a goaltender hailing from the Czech Republic. Unlike most goalies around the SHL Bartholomew pays little attention to his technical form, relying on fast reflexes and agility. Here are the details.

Strengths:
Agility â€“ Even coming in as a rookie Bartholomew will be one of the most agile goalies in the SMJHL. You wonâ€™t see men beating him to his far post or catching him unawares with a wrap around.

Hand Speed â€“ The manâ€™s glove hand is already deadly, though he is already making a name for himself with some unconventional blocker saves.

Reaction Speed â€“ Playing hand in hand with his hand speedâ€¦ sorryâ€¦ Bartholomew reacts quickly to redirections of the puck. Combine this with his other strengths in agility and hand speed he is a hard goalie to beat.

Weakness:

Style Control: This will remain Bartholomewâ€™s weakness for a long time. On multiple occasions Bartholomew has clarified his lacks style defines his play and while it may be a weakness he believes his strengths more than make up for it.

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Merica · 01-18-2017, 07:57 AM

Jimmy Wagner Quick Take:

- One of the things that has separated Wagner from his peers is his big game performances. Wagner consistently plays his best when the lights shine brightest, and refuses to crack under pressure. Wagner is built for the spotlight, he is built to win championships. Another aspect of his game that you will quickly recognize is his electric glove work, which is second to none. One of the few to catch right handed, this "silly sider" does not get beat glove side, ever.

- It wouldn't be fair to not mention Wagner's biggest detractor: skating and puck handling. He's awful when it comes to playing the puck outside his crease, and rarely ventures into the corners anymore after fumbling it up more than his fair share.

- Wagner's overall potential is that of a superstar. He has all the makings of a franchise player and it'd be a serious disappointment if he failed to reach his incredible potential.

Words: 163

cheeseisstupid · 01-18-2017, 05:54 PM

Emiya Shirou (LW) is a fun-sized Two Way forward with a rather unusual upbringing, and is a player who could have a very bright future in professional internet hockey! His defensive abilities make him shine over his peers, and his ability to play both sides of the rink as a two way forward could potentially entice coaches and GM's to give him a shot in the juniors. His preference to pass first might also entice some coaches who are looking to fill gaps in their line ups with players who'd much rather shoot instead of pass. Overall, Shirou's playing making potential and great awareness might be the keys to him getting drafted high in the entry draft coming up! However, Shirou has to keep in mind that his size and, by extension, his ability to play aggressively on the boards and in the open ice might impact his draft ranking. My estimate is that he'd go late in the first round, or early in the second. Stay tuned for updates!

Ultra · 01-19-2017, 10:21 AM

Standing an inch under 6 feet tall and weighing a little under 200 pounds, what Alex Andreoff lacks in size he makes up for in intensity. The winger from Durham, Ontario might not be the biggest guy on the ice but he has always found a way to play beyond his frame as a strong playmaking winger with a nasty physical edge. Andreoff' biggest strength is his versatility; he is equally comfortable playing on the team's top line alongside elite players who he can distribute the puck to and push hard on the forecheck, as he is playing in a team's bottom six forwards, grinding out hard shifts that wear the opposition down. Having spent some time already in the SMJHL with the Vancouver Whalers, Andreoff is already well aware of what's required to succeed in the league, so will no doubt have a plan to be a valuable player to any team that drafts him immediately.

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