Rabidsponge Yearly Draft Guide For the S34 Entry Draft

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Here we are again ladies and gentleman. Another season has come and gone, and another draft is on the horizon for drafties excitingly waiting to see what professional team takes them. We will look at all the draftees individually, my master Top 29 ranking of all active and available draft picks, explanations for their ranking position and even an in depth look to see what team will potentially take which player with the top 29 picks. Without any more delay lets head straight into the Draftees profiles!

Meet the Players

<a href='index.php?showuser=2536' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>TheWoZy</a>
SMJHL Draft position: 20th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 10
First Name: Noro
Last Name: Wozy
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 87
Height (ft.): 5'11
Weight (lbs.): 200
Birthplace: Sweden
Player Type: Offensive Forward
GP: 50 | G: 10 | A: 18 | PTS: 28

- Hailing from the land of the 3 crowns, Noro Wozy comes from the small town of *GENERAL AREA SWEDEN*, a small rural town with a small but passionate hockey community. Being one of the real late round steals of the S33 SMJHL draft, we will kick off the prospect coverage with this diamond in the rough. Coming in at 5'11 and 200 lbs even Wozy is one of the smaller players height wise, but what he lacks in height he makes up with his incredible core strength. He has a solid scoring touch, with the gas tank of a hybrid vechile almost never running out of energy. Have a phone booth near by? He will stick handle in it, and refuse to cough up the puck. Wozy has since his introduction into the league pushed himself to the top end available left wingers available. He had a very solid rookie showing and will look to improve on that during his 2nd season in Juniors most likely seeing top end minutes for the Falcons squad. The only real downside to his game is he is not one to push the physical play on the ice, but playing his role effectively, there will never be a need to.

<a href='index.php?showuser=429' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Buster</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 7th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 10
First Name: Roddy
Last Name: Hawkins
Position: D
Jersey Number: 98
Height (ft.): 6'5"
Weight (lbs.): 220lbs
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Player Type: Two-Way Defenseman
GP: 50 | G: 9 | A: 14 | PTS: 23

- Maybe not one of the first names to pop into the conversation for many as we approach the draft Hawkins has made a point to force himself into the conversation as one of the top D men available. A good ol' Canadian boy hailing from the nations capital itself Hawkins grew up in the local rinks of the greater Ottawa area taking in all the professional sports sights and sounds. He would not tip his hat to any favoured destinations, but many wonder if he is hoping maybe local teams Toronto or Hamilton might call his name. Hawkins brings a solid 2 way game to the table as seen by his ability to put up the Goals on specialty teams (Leading the class with 7) and Shot blocks (70). He also has a nice physical edge to his game, using the size he has to good use having one of the highest Hit differentials of the class as well (+62). Any team that looks at Hawkins as an option will get exactly what they want from a good 2 way defender. The only weakness seen in his game? His conditioning in strength related fields are a bit suspect, but from his early showings may not be an issue as he will just out hit heavily the amount of times he gets caught.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2529' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-67'>Jakub</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 5th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 5
First Name: Jakub
Last Name: Trocheck
Position: Defense
Born: Prague, Česká Republika!
Jersey Number: 44
Height (ft.): 6'2"
Weight (lbs.): 212 lbs
Player Type: Offensive Defenseman
GP: 50 | G: 4 | A: 15 | PTS: 19

-Zde přichází boom!!!! What does that mean you say? Well Google Translate tells me it's "Here comes the boom" in czech so it can't be wrong.....right? Ahh forget, we are taking away the focus from whats important. Jakub Trocheck is whats important. Hailing from the capital of the Czech Republic comes the Defensive prospect everyone has had their eye on. This young, but passionate individual has come storming into the SMJHL and now SHL draft with quite the following. With links to the SMJHL management teams for reprsentation of players, to the hype that saw him land in the 5th overall slot for the SMJHL draft, Trocheck has his work cut out for him. As we approach the draft slowly but surely this young Czech defenseman is poised to meet his taken position in Juniors and is most likely to head to the SHL as another top 5 pick. The most arguably best defenseman available teams would be crazy to let this talent drop past the first 5 picks. Maybe not wowing anyone immediately with his season totals (The transition to the American ice was a bit jarring to start the year), his ceiling seems almost sky high right now. A defense man who can shoot, skate and block shots all while keeping control of the puck and play is a great asset to any team, and Trocheck looks to be just that.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2556' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Waffle</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent
Projected SHL Draft Position: 2nd - 3rd Round Selection
First Name: Jakub
Last Name: Dvorak
Position: RW
Jersey Number: 73
Height (ft.): 6'0"
Weight (lbs.): 171 lbs
Birthplace: Czech Republic
Player Type: Sniper
GP: 24 | G: 3 | A: 4 | PTS: 7

- A little late to the show with the young Czech sniper having trouble getting his Visa's sorted out to make the transition to the Juniors as well as the Czech youth program desperately trying to cling onto the youngster in an attempt to keep talent on home soil, Dvorak bolted finally and made the choice to join the SMJHL. Seeing not as much playing time as some of the other draft hopefuls (24 games) leaves less for the scouts and teams to analyze. This youngsters game is still very raw but shows some promise. Many teams won't take to large of a reach for this player but they do some signs of growth and potential. Born in the wilds of the Czech republic as he has no home town, Dvorak's game resembles his birth place as it stands in the middle of no where right now with no exact direction of where it wants to go yet. Back to the Czech Republic? Or inceased drive to succeed and push towards the SHL. Only time will tell.


<a href='index.php?showuser=2555' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>WSorenson</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: 2nd Round
First Name: Luca
Last Name: Meier
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 18
Height (ft.): 5'10"
Weight (lbs.): 180
Birthplace: Zurich, Switzerland
Player Type: Sniper
GP: 24 | G: 3 | A: 2 | PTS: 5

- Not exactly a hot bed for Hockey super talents Switzerland still manages to churn out some pretty get players. Luca Meier is no exception to that very fact. Much like a few other european transfers, Meier's entry into the SMJHL was a bit delayed as details were sorted and he had to decide when the commitment would be made. His experience was shorter lived than most and didn't really overwhelm with his totals, but he rose quickly past some more noteable players to put himself into the talks for Top 20 and the middle to higher 2nd round picks. Meier is bogged down a bit by the sheer wealth of great LW's available this year, but still boasts a strong game, with a little bit different set of tools to work with compared to the rest of the class. He has promise, but has to stick with it if he is truly going to make a run of it and succed at the professional level.

@HFFO

SMJHL Draft position: 4th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 10
First Name: Vesa
Last Name: Perhonen
Position: C
Jersey Number: 91
Height (ft.): 6'0
Weight (lbs.): 190 pounds
Birthplace: Helsinki, Finland
Player Type: Playmaker
GP: 50 | G: 9 | A: 11 | PTS: 20

- Impressing in last years WJC, Vesa Perhonen was quickly grabbed in the SMJHL draft earning a title of belonging to the top 5 that year. Coming from the coast town of Helsinki, Perhonen grew up the child of a single mother who was there every step of the way for the youngster pushing him to suceed at the sport he loved. An average sized Center, he may not use his size to dominate opponents outright but he makes up with the lack oh physicality by being one of the smartest centers in the draft defensively. His ability to find open team mates and distribute the puck is amongst the elite for this class. Perhonen is a quiet player who isn't one to normally talk and lacks a bit of the truly competitive edge which holds him back a little. Falling a bit in the greater scheme of things to the like of Green and Kennedy, Perhonen is still in the talks but needs to up his game a bit to keep pace with them and prove he is a top 5 pick once again.

<a href='index.php?showuser=1014' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Marley</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 16th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 1st Round
First Name: Elias
Last Name: Lindstrom
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 83
Height (ft.): 6'2"
Weight (lbs.): 200
Birthplace: Stockholm, Sweden
Player Type: Offensive Forward
GP: 25 | G: 9 | A: 6 | PTS: 15

- This Swedish Wunderkid was another late addition to the SMJHL but his impact was felt almost immediately. Not letting the shortened season, or language barrier stand in the way of this Stockholm native, Lindholm wasted no time at all making himself stand out. Finishing 15th in his class above 7 other players with full season under their belts is something to notice. This scoring winger vaulted up many scouts charts faster than expected with noticeble growth in his game coming during his short time on north american ice. Coming from a large family who primarily has been farmers for the past generations the idea of 'hard word' comes easily to Lindholm as his father was always one to never let him skip out on the daily chores as well as working to improve his game full time as well. Boasting some of the more impressive scores at the recent combine, it's evident this over night sensation may turn a few more heads as we head into next season and be worth more than what many teams may value him at.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2557' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Zalko</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: 3rd Rounder
First Name: Riley
Last Name: Jako
Position: RW
Jersey Number: 11
Height (ft.): 6'1
Weight (lbs.): 215
Birthplace: Red Bank, NJ
Player Type: Two-Way Forward
GP: 20 | G: 2 | A: 4 | PTS: 6

- Sneaking into the league late due to a late birthday, Riley Jako had a short showing for the upcoming SHL draft. Coming from the almost coast of New Jersey, Jako spent most of his career leading up to juniors playing in New York state to try and drive up the competition he was able to compete against. The oldest of 3 brothers (who are also trying to make the big leagues) Jako has started to pave the way for what hopes to be a hockey family. Maybe not particularly wowing in any real statisical category, like most draft picks there is promise with this youngster, it's just a matter of how much drive he has to the success of his career he can generate.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2548' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Dweaves08</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: 3rd Rounder
First Name: Matthew
Last Name: Auston
Position: C
Jersey Number: 69
Height (ft.): 6'5"
Weight (lbs.): 250 lbs
Birthplace: Switzerland
Player Type: Sniper
GP: 38 | G: 7 | A: 5 | PTS: 12

- PICK NUMBER 69 IT WILL BE HALARIOUS. Here we appear to have the 'upside down' Demigorgan equivilent to an Austin Matthews, but lets spice it up anyways? Coming from the Hockey mecha that is Switzerland, Matthew Auston has been a pretty servicable player so far. Putting up alright points but nothing to really sway the scouts attention. Being absolutely broke doesn't help his case as the SHL bank has him pulling moths out of his pockets right now. Will he stay commited? Can we expect some more sponsors and media outlets to toss him some additional coin? That's entirely up to Auston's. He like many other late joiners can still make a name and career for themselves, he just needs to push himself to make a name for himself, and be a player GM's want to take a chance on.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2012' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Jepox</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: 2nd Rounder
First Name: Cameron
Last Name: Dubois
Position: D
Jersey Number: 15
Height (ft.): 6'4"
Weight (lbs.): 210 lbs
Birthplace: Sydney, Australia
Player Type: Offensive Defenseman
GP: 38 | G: 3 | A: 9 | PTS: 12

- Coming from the land down undah, we have Cameron Dubois who has a pretty french name coming from the land of "Where every animal, rock and sea creature can and will kill you, plus we have drop bears" (seriously you ever heard to koala's fight it's terrifying). With that all aside though...This defender was yet ANOTHER (like holy late joins batman) late additon to the league and draft list, but played closer to a full year for his squad. Dubois looks to be a bit of a project for prospectives GM's when looking at him, but he has seen some growth in his game this year. Whether or not he will be able to commit at the levels needed has yet to be seen. He will be a good pick to help stock the cuboards for those that can be patient for sure. A puck moving D man, he isn't one to intiate the physical side of the game but could eventually be a solid option on a teams 2nd PP pairing.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2551' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Caniac36</a>
SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: 3rd Rounder
First Name: Ryan
Last Name: Todd
Position: C
Jersey Number: 36
Height (ft.): 6'0
Weight (lbs.): 201
Birthplace: North Carolina, USA
Player Type: Sniper
GP: 44 | G: 4 | A: 3 | PTS: 7

- A very RAW player for any prospective GM's. The pure definition currently of 'Project'. Todd is a shoot first Center, a bit of a difference from most available this year, unfortunately his lack of player growth has really hurt his stock so far. Being a rare bird of hockey talent to come out of North Carolina, he has a bit of a rare air about him to potentially be one of a kind, but currently, the chance for teams to even draft him is becoming somewhat suspect. He may be passed over at this rate unless he steps up his dedication to the game.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2540' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>sdigreg617</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 26th Overall - STL
Projected SHL Draft Position: 2nd Rounder
First Name: Stefan
Last Name: Digrio
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 29
Height (ft.): 5' 11"
Weight (lbs.): 193
Birthplace: Germany
Player Type: Two-Way Forward
GP: 50 | G: 6 | A: 6 | PTS: 12

- Coming from the glorious nation of Germany and born in the city of *GENERAL AREA OF GERMANY* Stefan Digrio brings a little something different to this draft class. Growing up playing in the big city of Berlin, Digrio comes from a nuclear family who mid way thru his life moved to Canada to attempt to give their son a greater opportunity to play against more advanced competition to match his skill set. Digrio is also defined by most scouts as your prototypical 2 way forward focusing on all aspects of the game. A pass first, back check every shift and not afraid to get in front of shots type player Digrio has the opportunity to be a great fill in for a teams shut down line, and at worst case could fill in their bottom lines moving forward. Maybe not one to immediately jump off the page for his stat lines and SMJHL numbers, he might be a good player to let slowly build in juniors until he is ready to have a good defensive/ checking role for many teams.

<a href='index.php?showuser=829' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Skipper</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 18th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 1st - Early 2nd Rounder
First Name: Hermanis
Last Name: Villy
Position: Defenseman
Jersey Number: 62
Height (ft.): 190cm (6.2ft.)
Weight (lbs.): 85kg (187Lbs)
Birthplace: Riga, Latvia
Player Type: Defensive Defenseman
GP: 50 | G: 2 | A: 13 | PTS: 15

- Next we have from the smaller hockey country of Latvia is one of their best prospects to come out of the system in the past few seasons. Hermanis Villy is looking to prove that talent can truly come from his home country despite many might think. An only child to a Latvian shoe maker, Villy has always taken care in his craft (of hockey) and continues to push himself towards becoming a better player. A quiet prospect who doesn't speak out to often, due to his family's frugal ways he has a pretty penny saved up for his introduction to the big leagues and have a physical game to back it up (you always have to watch out for the quiet ones). One of the few Defensively minded D men up for grabs this year it will be interesting to see if a team notices that and makes a point to grab him up to round out their bottom pairing, or potentially top 4. A multi year project pick for sure.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2532' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>TheRealBK</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 9th Overall - STL
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 3
First Name: Brett
Last Name: Kennedy
Position: C
Jersey Number: 83
Height (ft.): 6'5"
Weight (lbs.): 222
Birthplace: Asheville, North Carolina
Player Type: Power Forward
GP: 50 | G: 3 | A: 6 | PTS: 9

- One of the hot spots for this years draft class apparently, North Carolina continues to attempt to churn out those elite level prospects for the SHL level. Bretty Kennedy hails from an area where the locals eat and breathe College football, so it's always a surprise to many he has chosen the path of professional Hockey. Even his father was a past star for the local college so the strong athletic bloodline runs through his family. Kennedy has said before in interviews he wants to move away from the stigma that he can't prove people wrong that the love for hockey can exist in his state. Not the most impressive stats in his first year in juniors comparatively in his respective class, but what he lacks in immediate wow factor on the page he has made up with sheer potential. With a family who has some $$ to toss around Kennedy has been receiving the top end training you'd expect from a multi year veteran at the Pro level. Add in his large and intimidating frame, with his unique and imposing skill set he becomes a very valuable prospect. A beast in the face off dot, strong like and Ox, and not afraid to play his game with a physical edge, leaves many teams looking for that shut down Center drool with anticipation. His Offensive game currently suffers a bit from this focus, but his complete skill set might just out weigh this very fact.

<a href='index.php?showuser=803' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-65'>Mr. Deplorable</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 1st Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 1st Rounder
First Name: Jimmy
Last Name: Wagner
Position: G
Jersey Number: 39
Height (ft.): 76
Weight (lbs.): 225
Birthplace: Team America
Player Type: Hybrid Goalie
GP: 44 | 16-21-6 | GAA: 2.87 | SV%: .878

- AMERICA, FUCK YEAH!!! COMING SAVE THE MOTHER FUCKING DAY YEAH! This is the best way to describe the young goalie Wagner. Literally oozing red - white and blue, this top prospect from the recent WJC has a lot to say, and prove. Going 1st overall in the SMJHL draft (mostly due to the teams desperate positional needs) he had a lot of hype following him and being a very vocal player did not minch words that it was the right choice every time. Wagner comes from a family of ring announcers for major sporting events, his Grandfather during the peak of the boxing era in the 70-90's, his father now for the UFC and other major outlets. So it's no surprise Wagner is always flapping those gums letting the media and opposing teams know exactly how he feels. He was caught on record saying he was "Bar none the best prospect available and goalie in the last 5 years and every team that passes him will show how narrow sighted they truly are" I can't make this stuff up folks. The kids got swagger. The kid wants to win. Time will tell if the GM's can reel him in a bit. Wagner had a very....under whelming season, but showed there is still promise there. Playing on a weak Junior team did not help his abilities number wise, but some were just too low for many to swallow. As much smack talk as he drops his ability to save the puck MUST improve, and this goalie will be a bit of a project for most teams. It will be hard to imagine him slipping out of the 1st round this year, but his dreams to go top 5, might be a bit of a stretch.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2554' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>boeing33</a>


SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 2nd Rounder
First Name: Landon
Last Name: Boeing
Position: G
Jersey Number: 36
Height (ft.): 6' 4"
Weight (lbs.): 190lbs
Birthplace: Portland, Maine
Player Type: Butterfly Goalie
GP: 24 | 11-9-4 | GAA: 2.82 | SV%: .880

- One of the only 3 goalies available this time around Boeing was late to the party like many of the draft picks this year. Growing up in the state of Maine this coast kid was one to benefit from the amazing college level hockey building programs offered to the youth looking to become professionals. Having opportunity to practice with the College of Maine on a regular basis helped this youngster acquire the skills he needed and get noticed enough to sign with a SMJHL team. Another quiet kid who was raised by his grand parents (parents unfortunately both passed in a drunk driving incident) he is a very kind individual making sure to always promote charity and well being to those around him. Easily some of the more impressive stats of the 3 goalies who are waiting for their names to be called, Boeing benefitted from a little more of a sheltered role than the other 2 starters but doesn't tarnish at all what he was able to accomplish. Not quite the POP or draw the other keepers have, Boeing could prove to be a serviable back-up or develop into a late round gem.

<a href='index.php?showuser=1984' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Beaty</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 17th overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Early 2nd Rounder
First Name: Vratislav
Last Name: Zbyněk
Position: RW
Jersey Number: 89
Height (ft.): 6'4
Weight (lbs.): 220
Birthplace: Jihlava, Czech Republic
Player Type: Offensive Forward
GP: 50 | G: 6 | A:14 | PTS: 20

- What is in the water in the Czech Republic this year? Seriously. Someone might want to check the local supply cause they are clearly using some 'special' stuff at this point. I feel like every other player is from that region and Zbynek is no exception. A player who has had quite a bit of buzz around them and not for hockey related reasons. The only draftee coming from a same sex parent pairing, he has been the focus for that very reason. In a progressive society it seems wierd this would need to be a focal point, but Zbynek takes it in stride wearing it like a badge rather than a scar. Showing a pretty decent ability to get on the score sheet in the HOCKEY related world helps him as well. A purely offesnsive minded forward, who can generate offense both with the pass and the shot, all while blazing up the ice, he is the complete offensive package. Most player 1st years in Juniors are a bit rough, but he did hold his own. His stats say he is a pass first player, but the tools are there to bury the shoot as well when needed. Looking to be a bit of a work in progress Zbynek could still contribute in due time and we should see him go shortly after the first 14 names are called.

<a href='index.php?showuser=1690' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>stevo</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 14th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Mid 2nd Rounder
First Name: Rambo
Last Name:
Position: D
Height (ft.): 6'1
Weight (lbs.): 188
Birthplace: Parts Unknown
Player Type: Enforcer
GP: 50 | G: 4 | A: 9 | PTS: 13

- The love child of Sylvestor Stalone (Literally) and a waitress at a road side bar, Rambo (and thats it) as he was named is our next prospect on the list. His mother not being able to let go the fact it was a one night thing, became a rampant Stalone fan and named her son after one of the favourite movies, and the rest truly is history. From and early age, he was left in the Jungle for extended periods of time on his own to gain the skills, endurance, and tool set to make his own luck and succeed where failure seems imminent. Playing with a truly Physical edge (and having the highest Hit Dif of his class @107+), not afraid to drop the gloves and show these Jabroni's who is the king of this jungle, Rambo is an intimidating force on the ice. He has already stated that he plans to de throne the likes of Danny "Bananas" Foster, and as he says Littleus Girlious (Bigus Manious in Winnipeg), so at this rate he might just challenge Wagner for smack talking swagger status. This will be an interesting prospect to follow to see if he can back any of these claims up as his career continues.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2102' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>xfactorx121</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 6th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 10
First Name: Finn
Last Name: Larsen
Position: Centre
Jersey Number: 92
Height (ft.): 6 feet 4 inches
Weight (lbs.): 195lbs
Birthplace: Stockholm, Sweden
Player Type: Playmaker
GP: 50 | G: 10 | A:13 | PTS: 23

- Swedish Engineering at it's finest (Thats a thing right? Or is it German ah fack it). Larsen comes from a family of professional Triathlon competitors, who have always stressed through out his young career that physical fitness is of out most importance. This young winger, absolutely SMASHED much of the combines endurance testing, being above and beyond the others to the point the doctors were wondering if this young sweddish prince was even fully human. Larsens ability to put himself infront of the puck, and hold onto it is some of the best in his draft class. Having a very respectable 1st Junior season helps add to the flair he brings when scouts look at him, easily making him keep his title of a top 10 pick. A pass first center, he surprised many by still hitting double digits for goals, showing his game is more versatile than many would have thought at first. The only real downside so far? His ability to stay on his feet is a bit suspect as he has been the receiver of hits a bit to much so the endurance is there, but he has seemingly sacrificed a bit of core strength to do it. Time will help grow his large frame and fill out.

<a href='index.php?showuser=1731' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Rhogeos</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: 2nd Rounder
First Name: Ellie
Last Name: Werenski
Position: Defense
Jersey Number: 19
Height (ft.): 5'11"
Weight (lbs.): 165
Birthplace: Rochester, NY, USA
Player Type: Offensive Defenseman
GP: 39 | G: 3 | A: 11 | PTS: 14

- Yet ANOTHER late addition to the party, Werenski enters are probably the biggest ?? for this draft. A few steps behind those who had more growth this year sets the value back a bit, but there is still some promise in the Young D man. The Younger sibling to a famous olympic US pole vaulter, Werenski is no stranger to the professional sports scene. Much like Larsen Werenski's ability to eat up those minutes is one of his strengths which is more than just a little bit valuable for a defenseman. The young defender falls into the 'project' category, but does show promise. Maybe not as immediately flashy as some of the other options on the board, Werenski could prove a fantastic depth option for many teams.

<a href='index.php?showuser=2545' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>Robb</a>

SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: Early 2nd Rounder
First Name: Robert
Last Name: Haugen
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 8
Height (ft.): 6'6"
Weight (lbs.): 220
Birthplace: Namsos, Norway
Player Type: Power Forward
GP: 50 | G: 4 | A:15 | PTS: 19

- This seems to be the year of Europeans does it not? Another smaller hockey country brings a prospect to the table as Norways, Robert Haugen hits the next spot light. Haugen's uncle Lars Haugen is a star from the other North American league GoMHL having just retired after playing the Majority of his career for the Ontario Owls. Haugen has the hockey blood within him and the Norwegian gods seems to smile down on this Power forward gifting him the body of a giant. Standing at a whopping 6'6" Haugen is an intimidating presence on the ice at all times. You best keep your head up while on the ice cause Haugen uses that size very well, and very often. The 2nd Highest Hit Dif (+74), and the ability to still get the puck to those who can score has his skill set look very deadly overall. Strength like and OX and the endurance to back it up, this youngster doesn't like to get hit, likes to hit, almost never seems to break a sweat, the exact thing any team wants to compliment their scoring forwards. Haugen does struggle a bit to put up those offensive numbers (namely goals) but thats not his role. He's there to create space for the skill, while he does the dirty work and takes out the trash. Unfortunately Brad Marchand doesn't play in the SHL, cause I'd tell Haugen it was garbage day.

<a href='index.php?showuser=497' rel='nofollow' alt='profile link' class='user-tagged mgroup-3'>AAndrews19</a>

SMJHL Draft position: 8th overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 5
First Name: Eddie
Last Name: Andrezjeck
Position: D
Jersey Number: 22
Height (ft.): 6' 3"
Weight (lbs.): 195
Birthplace: USA
Player Type: Offensive Defenseman
GP: 50 | G: 6| A: 22 | PTS: 28

- Maybe one of the bigger steals in the recent SMJHL draft key board punch....I mean Adrezjeck had a great first showing in juniors this season. Leading all the draft class in Assists (22), Top 3 for +/- (+12) and 2nd most PP goals (4) has him looking to challenge as the 1st D man off the board. Born in the heart of the USA in the small town of *GENERAL USA COUNTRY AREA* Andrezjeck is the son of a professional Blacksmith who is the top client for many large scale Medieval films and Renaissance fairs alike, it only makes sense that young Eddie has such skilled hands. Dangerous both with the pass and the shot, all while having some the most beautiful strides you've seen out of a mobile/ offensive D man, it makes sense why teams scouts have been a buzz about this young D man. One of the more dedicated prospects this year has many teams with their eyes on Andrezjeck looking to add some great depth to their prospect pools and hoping he can make the jump to the professional level sooner than later.

@Directix

SMJHL Draft position: 15th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: 3rd Rounder
First Name: Janis
Last Name: Døro
Position: Center
Jersey Number: 14
Height (ft.): 6'1''
Weight (lbs.): 200
Birthplace: Latvia
Player Type: Playmaker
GP: 50 | G: 9 | A:10 | PTS: 19

- The 'lesser' hockey IIHF teams must be half mast by now with these prospects by how many are from the smaller countries. We have another Latvian Lion here with Janis Doro. The son of a professional Hot air balloon operator, he has always been one to try and rise about the competiton. But lately as far as this years class goes he has begin to stumble a bit. Having a fairly productive season the sky seemed the limit for Doros, but he has since recently started to really fall behind the growth of many of the other prospects and has been plummeting down a lot of the scouts charts. With many of the late league additons nipping at his heels, Doros must focus back on his game to win GM's over. A pass first Center with some great puck handling abilities and the ability to move the puck up the ice quick both with his pass, or skating, he could be a good 3rd line option for some teams some day.

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SMJHL Draft position: Free Agent - Undrafted
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 2nd Rounder
First Name: Declan
Last Name: Reilly
Position: D
Jersey Number: 23
Height (ft.): 6'2
Weight (lbs.): 200
Birthplace: Ireland
Player Type: Defensive Defenseman
GP: 50 | G: 1 | A:14 | PTS: 15

- Signed shortly after the draft as a transfer from the United Kingdom professional league, Declan Reilly is one of the few rare additions from the british isles. Raised by a family who collects wool and sheers sheep for a living it would only make sense that this youngster would be used to having to be involved in rough and forceful stuff. Having to wrangle those sheep daily and keep up his other hobby (Competitve sheep sheering) is hard work indeed. Leaving behind a potential illustrious career of professional sheering was hard for Reilly (He was #2 in the country pushing for the 1st overall spot), but he and his family felt it was the right choice. Having a fairly decent frame as a defensive defense allows Reilly from playing his role well as a Defensive Defenseman. Not one to maybe pot the puck to many times from his shot, Reilly moves the puck well with quick and accurate passing, all while being able to rely on his strong skating and positional play. Not the most physical of D men, that side could maybe be grown slowly to compliment the rest of his skill set as time moves forward.

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SMJHL Draft position: 21st Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 2nd Rounder
First Name: Nick
Last Name: Dupuis
Position: Defensemen
Jersey Number: 5
Height (ft.): 6"2
Weight (lbs.): 200
Birthplace: Minnesota, USA
Player Type: Defensive Defenseman
GP: 50 | G: 8 | A: 10 | PTS: 18

- The most canadian, non canadian. That's the title you can pretty much award anyone from the state of Minnesota, and heck the canucks (canadians) won't even complain. The Minnesota goodbye is about as much proof you need that they could literally join the Red and white, and no one would bat an eye. That aside, we have Mr. Dupuis next up. Primarily a Lumberjack and Maple Syrup farmer by trade, Dupuis could not deny his talent for the game. His father and mother who beleive nothing in life is gifted without hard work, refused to allow him to abandon his every day duties to just play hockey. You would think that would wear on a youngster but Dupuis has always taken it in stride. Balancing both worlds until recently Dupuis finally made the jump to Junior and has hardly looked back. Maybe not the marque name for D men on the board this year, his offensive skill set offers something every team is looking for, and might just be a great pick up if teams can be patient and allow this player to grow. Dupuis MUST focus on the game more though as his growth in his first year was alright, but ultimately under whelming so far.

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SMJHL Draft position: 10th Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 5
First Name: Dani
Last Name: Forsberg
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 9
Height (ft.): 6'2
Weight (lbs.): 207
Birthplace: Sweden
Player Type: Sniper
GP: 50 | G: 11 | A: 10 | PTS: 21

- Sweden is tapping into the Czech stuff now, I swear. Like do any Canadians exist in the the Juniors anymore? That aside, say Hello to Dani Frosberg. The Prospect who has clawed his way slowly but surely up the charts as we approach the draft. Forsberg coming from a military family knows a thing or two about the idea of 'defense'. A winger who by most expectations and standards is expected to score (oh hey he does that too!! he has a surprisingly well rounded defensive side to his game as well. Not your most physical player overall, but smart when he does decide to play the body he was one of the few players to post a positive Hit Dif (+17) which helps to show his timing for take aways. Teams are always having to keep their heads on a swivel because you never know when he will stick lift you and be gone the other way. His slick skating, paired with great shot, mixed with his defensive abilities is a package many teams would love to have. He may have just squeezed into the top 10 for his Junior draft, but look for him to not leave the Top 5 this time around.

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SMJHL Draft position: 3rd Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 3
First Name: Xander
Last Name: Green
Position: Center
Jersey Number: 77
Height (ft.): 6'0
Weight (lbs.): 185
Birthplace: Exeter, United Kingdom
Player Type: Playmaker
GP: 50 | G: 9 | A: 11 | PTS: 20

- Even with the recent presser by Green stating and warning teams of his potential intentions, it can't subtract from this prospects value. EASILY a lock as top 3 talent available for the upcoming draft, Green is slated to be a premier talent currently. Another player from the British Isles, Green brings to the table a player at the top of the available centers on the board with a great skill set. The son of a professional dart player, Green has learned through his father the need for precision and patience, and that is more than evident in his game as a pass first player. Being able to thread the needle like a professional seamstress he continue to impress finding holes to feed the puck through many wouldn't even consider and option. The ability to distribute the puck to his wingers, speed that makes him hard to catch when he gets full stride, mixed with his great puck control makes him a hard opponent to contain. Looking like a player who could potentially be a 1st line center with enough time and growth, Green will be the one to pave his own path, and determine exactly how high he can go as the seasons pass.

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SMJHL Draft position: 11th Overall -

Projected SHL Draft Position: Top 10
First Name: Emiya
Last Name: Shirou
Position: LW
Jersey Number: 72
Height (ft.): 5 ft 5 in
Weight (lbs.): 131
Birthplace: United Kingdom
Player Type: Two-Way Forward
GP: 50 | G: 14 | A: 20 | PTS: 34

- I called the prospects from the UK rare, then BAM! Here we have yet another prospect from there. Goes to show how much I know right? Here we have one of the few bright spots for the Whalers this year with Emiya Shirou. Leading all rookies in goals (14) and Points (34) he looks to be a real primier talent. The adopted son of a Japanese Doctor, Emiya was born and raised in the UK and taught a strong sense of drive. With traces of his fathers teachings, he has developed a very strong defensive side to his game, and coupled with his ability to pass the puck has him being on the score sheet often for his ability to dish out the helpers for his line mates. He has a knack for scoring as well both on (and off *wiggles eye brows*) the ice when every the opportunity presents itself. One of the few prospects already tied down at such a young age helps to ground him in the now and focus on his game incredibly, showing he's not just an overnight sensation.


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SMJHL Draft position: 2nd Overall -
Projected SHL Draft Position: Late 1st Rounder
First Name: Bartholomew
Last Name: Čechové
Position: G
Jersey Number: 39
Height (ft.): 6'1''
Weight (lbs.): 166
Birthplace: Pardubice, Czech Repblic
Player Type: Hybrid Goalie
GP: 46 | 12-29-4 | GAA: 2.97 | SV%: .894

- Last but certainly not least, is the #2 man for the SMJHL draft, but #1 guy in the city of Vancouver. Taken to fill a massive hole in the franchises depth charts for a few seasons, Cechove has been a fairly steady figure for the Whalers. Born to a small family whose parents are both members of the local Lego distribution center, Cechove you can say has a knack for 'blocking' things, and only seemed natural to follow the path of a goalie. Maybe having some of the least 'attractive' numbers on the page for wins compared to loses out of the goalie prospects, he makes up with it, but blowing the competition out of the water with his save % (.894). This shows that the talent is there, regardless of what team he has in front of him. There is a large upside to his game, showing he can still make something out of nothing. Head to head with Wagner for a choice in future goal tending for any team.

Rabidsponge's Top 29 For The S34 Entry Draft

So before we start to break down these rankings, there is a method to my madness I must explain.

1) "But he/ I have more TPE! How come I'm lower??" Well it's pretty simple from an off season stand point. Equipment is NOT cheap.
Have you bought your junior stuff this year? Missing some TPE there
Do you have enough for your SHL set? It's about 9M for it all, and 20+ TPE. If you have under that currently, and don't seem to be comfortable to do 5+ weeks of 1M training, you will drop cause those more financial stable will pass you asap.

It's nothing against the players themselves, just a numbers game. A player who can pump TPE faster to compete at the SHL level will have an advantage over those they are close too who lack the funds to get it done right now.
2) Recreates will get a bit more of a nod over new creates. It's a proven commodity....in most cases. Does that mean every GM will see it that way? Hard no. Every GM has a preference what their looking for, I just do my best to take a concensus/ hive mind approach to this.
With that out of the way lets move onto MY Personal rankings.


1) Jakub Trochek - D | 283 | $14,700,000
- The top available prospect in my eyes. Trocheck has shown over again and again he wants to be involed and around the site. Yes his bank isn't quite what some of the re creates are but the fact he is already shy of 15 million as a first timer shows he wants to succeed. A draft that lacks truly elite level D talent, they are harder to come by and boosts his stock more. Some teams may pass him like in the SMJHL draft due to organisational needs, but like Kennedy will NOT drop past 5.
2) Brett Kennedy - C | 271 | $35,200,000
- $$ is the difference maker for Brett Kennedy. He has the Bank to carry him for 3+ Seasons if he wants. The high TPE to show he's invested in his player and is a re create to boot. The whole package. Could definitely go #1 in the draft. Will not fall past 5 guaranteed.
3) Dani Forsberg - LW | 289 | $6,500,000
- This one was hard to be honest. Forsberg is out in front with the top ranked pick, but despite the large TPE totals, his Bank is what holds him back from the 1st ranking. Like I said before equipment isn't cheap, and as it stands, he doesn't not have enough to gear himself out. Players within striking range can/ will pass him if he doesn't up that before off season kicks in. That aside, he looks to be a highly active member, and a lock for a top line forward eventually for any team that takes him.
4) Xander Green - C | 274 | $26,555,000
- Despite his persistance that I not rank him so highly, Green still on paper is a great player. Higher TPE, great bank, and is a recreate. Everything points to him being a solid grab by any team looking for a Center. His unsure nature about the situation leaves a bit of worry, but at worst case, as long as he stays semi active, he will still build a decent/ servicable forward for the team that chooses to draft him.
5) Eddie Andrezjeck - D | 266 | $13,775,000
- Having a great STHS sim for Andrezjeck, paired with his great growth and steady bank have him the first member of the Top 5. Being a few steps behind the players about him keeps him down a bit, but none the less deserving. Easily one of the top 2 D men available, he will be a option on many teams PP units and offensive minded drives. Would not be surprised to see him go earlier than the 5 spot, hench being a TOP 5 not #5.
6) Emiya Shirou - LW | 269 | $2,400,000
- By all my past criteria Wozy should be just above Shirou, why is he at 6 then? Overall site activity. Cheese has about 3x the posts Wozy does, so it shows he is invested into the site full on and enjoys being around it. He's been a bit more distant lately from my observations, so hopefully it's a temporary break (its hard to stay invested not being in playoffs/ off season being so long for the Whalers/ Scarecrow players), so I doubt it's something perminant. Looks to be a great talent in a few short seasons. Needs to beef up that Bank $$ though!
7) Noro Wozy - LW | 268 | $3,800,000
- Now we head into the area of picks I would consider top notch talents and a great grab by any team. Noro Wozy short of snuck up on everyone. Taken so late in the SMJHL draft he has not let position worry him at all and has made a point to plug away and really grow his player. His bank isn't to bad either, but like many picks lacks that bit extra to be ready for that off season push that can be had. Still making the most of what TPE there is to grab, and if keeps pace should be a solid SHL call up within the next 2 seasons.
8) Roddy Hawkins - D | 247 | $33,587,504
- A name I personally haven't heard many scouts chat about when it comes to the prospects for this years draft, Hawkins has been having a pretty solid outing. Just shy of the 250 mark as well, and a bank that has him set for close to 3 seasons, he looks to be sitting pretty solid with minimal effort needed to be given if he chooses. His player in STHS too? Yeah was pretty damn solid. Hawkins total TPE was the only thing to hold him back from Top 5 honours.
9) Finn Larsen - C | 247 | $18,450,000
- Much of the same of Perhonen, but a little less of a proven track record. Larsen is currently just shy of the 250 mark, but has a nice bank account that can carry him thru the current seasons equipment and full training before even receiving his entry level deal. As long as he plugs away at an alright pacing, he should be fine moving forward to afford what he needs, and has space to grow.
10) Vesa Perhonen - C | 239 | $13,394,450
- Leap frogging some of those with higher TPE Perhonen is the first member of the Top 10. A nice bank allows him to gain some ground with equipment purchases to stay ahead of the pack. His lower TPE does raise a few concerns about his ceiling, and what level he can reach with this player before regress. Being a recreate gives some good confidence in him being a safe selection for any team regardless.
11) Elias Lindstrom - LW | 254 | $1,900,000 - Late Create
- He has all the pieces to be a top tier pick, it's a bit sad I have to drop him down slightly cause of the lack of $$ in the bank. His player performed really well in the sim, and he is amongst some of the top TPE players on the board. If he can shore up the Bank account and get himself towards getting the equipment levels for off season, he will be a great pick up for any team.
12) Jimmy Wagner - G | 238 | $5,555,000
- Based on reputation alone, Wagner will be taken above Cechove most likely. Being ever so slightly behind in TPE, but having the better bank, and being a veteran member all add up to him being the first goalie off the board. Will he reach the heights of a starter? That's for GM's to decide.
13) Bartholomew Cechove - G | 244 | $3,750,000
- We break the 240 mark with Cechove as we head towards the Top 10 as he falls just outside the pack. Cechove had some very respectable growth in his first year, and has a half decent bank to keep him going for a bit. Lack of funds keeps him just outside looking in as he needs to churn out a bit more media + get that sweet SHL contract to keep up with the pack, but looks to be a solid pick up in net.
14) Hermanis Villy - D | 227 | $18,750,000
- One of the type of players I mentions above with my disclaimer. Yes Villy may not have as much TPE as some below him, but his bank allows him (if he chooses) to get a nice TPE boost with equipment the second off season kicks in, pushing him up the charts.
15) Vratislav Zbynek - RW | 234 | $2,050,000
- Getting the nod above Haugen for being a recreate, yes Haugen has a bit better bank, but beaty is a little more of a proven commodity at first glance and might garner a bigger look from most prospective GM's looking for good prospects.
16) Robert Haugen - LW | 234 | $4,800,000
- Now we are talking about some of the more solid pick ups that could be found. Sporting some decent TPE to consider being grabbed off the chart, and a bank that allows at least some flexibility has Haugen start to really round out the 'solid' section of available prospects for teams to consider.
17) Stefan Digrio - LW| 225 | $2,200,000
- Looking like a potential slow burner (steady but not insane tpe growth) Digrio might be a solid pick up with a later pick that could help plug a hole down the road for some teams. His bank allows him to keep going for a bit but not long.
18) Rambo - D | 225 | $1,000,000
- After the astro avatar drummer cat decided to randomly flex his SHL internet muscles, my blurb is now "meh"
19) Luca Meier - LW | 222 | $800,000 - Late Create
- The first player to crack the 220 mark, this says to me at least they have some drive and dedication to their player. Being a late create helps this even more as he had less time to get the point he did that many couldn't even acheieve with full seasons under their belts. His bank is hurting though and will stall the growth until he gets paid or works on some media to remedy that.
20) Ellie Werenski - D | 199 | $11,650,000 - Late Create
- Same category as Dubois. Late to the party and a returning player. Bank is more padded though and al though buying some gear might wipe it out, it would allow Werenski to play catch up fairly well and vault them into the 230 bracket pretty quickly. Still a project pick though.
21) Cameron Dubois - D | 210 | $5,850,000 - Late Create
- A late create and a recreate, Dubois has the hopeful guarentee that he can remain active and has a good idea what he is doing in the league. Bank is not the worst either, but TPE still is a good deal behind the big boys up top.
22) Nick Dupuis - D | 210 | $4,800,000
- Again a full season played out but still at a level that isn't really a big draw to the eye for TPE. The bank is there though with some built up funds to allow the player to still grow and move forward when drafted, but lacks the totals needed to get himself equiped out of the gate which will keep him behind the pack and handcuffed.
23) Declan Reilly - D | 208 | $1,200,000
- A full season under his belt, and still under the 220 mark with 1 weeks of SHL training in the bank. Progress was made as the season went along but this will be a project player for teams. Like many players in this range, there is always that chance it could pan out, but currently there is nothing that stands out that WOW's me about this player, so they sit lower on the chart.
24) Landon Boeing - G | 196 | $700,000 - Late Create
- Performed pretty damn well out the gate, and has done alright for themselves growth wise. Bank is next to empty, and I haven't seen to many attempts at media to remedy that. Could be a slow burner, but currently lacks the drive to be a starter.
25) Janis Doro - C | 192 | $10,400,000
- Dudes got bank, but over a full season is still sub 200 TPE. Can get some nice boosts in the off seaon if he chooses, but as it stand currently, isn't looking like someone many teams will want to take to large of a chance on. Promise is there, but dedication is suspect.
26) Matthew Auston - C | 206 | $0 - Late Create
- Some of the highest TPE of the late creates, but I am always a bit suspect to the lazy or joke names. In my short experience those players never last, or barely grow at all. Buyer beward. Ahead of the curve in TPE, but Broke AF.
27) Jakub Dvorak - RW | 179 | $4,600,000 - Late Create
- Take Jakos and apply it hear as well. Bank is looking a bit healthier though, so puts him a bit higher. He has some $ to help him jump a bit sooner than later, just needs to keep at it and not let the late start deter him.
28) Riley Jako - RW | 176 | $2,600,000 - Late Create
- A little bit better off than Todd in the Bank account, so he can keep progressing, but again as a late create is more than a few steps/ weeks behind the rest of the class.
29) Ryan Todd - C | 176 | $800,000 - Late Create
- Late creates always have it a wee bit rough, as they are behind the 8 ball a bit. Todd's lack of available funds also has him a bit behind as he doesn't even have enough for more than 1 weeks of training currently

Rabidsponge's Mock Draft For The S34 Entry Draft

Perceived Team Needs

Buffalo : Defensive Depth -> Wingers
Hamilton : Wingers -> Defensive Depth
Manhattan : Defense -> Forward Depth
Minnesota : Defense -> Forward Depth
New England : Forward Depth
Toronto : Defense - Forward Depth
West Kendall : Defensive Depth -> Forward Depth
Calgary : Winger Depth - Defense
Edmonton : Everything - BPA
Los Angeles : Forward Depth -> Defensive Depth
Portland :admirals: : Forward Depth
Seattle : Forward Depth -> Defensive Depth
Texas : Forward Depth -> Defensive Depth
Winnipeg : Defensive Depth

Sorry New England. I flipped a coin and Dragons - "Win" the cup



Pick - Round 1 - Team - Player

1) Hamilton Jakub Trochek - D
- With the recent reports that one of the Steelhawks Star Defenseman LKS might be departing for FA in the off season, the management wastes no time in addressing the problem now. Trocheck has all the tools to be a franchise level D man, and helps fill an immediate hole. A solid Offensive D man also swaps a 1 for 1 for the steelhawks and locks their top 4 D in fairly well.
2) Texas Xander Green - C
- This is just a gut feeling more than anything. It just seems like a great fit for the renegades. A safe pick that can develop on his own pacing, and would add a great prospect to the franchise. Green himself seems unsure of his future, but being a team with what I assume is an active LR with non stop pics of Onyx and babes like Kaisonious, Durden, Dangles, and Phobospwns, Green will be right at home.
3) Hamilton Dani Forsberg - LW
- Hamilton needs help on the wing in the next few years if they plan to become true contenders. Their top 6 looks solid but with the recent departure of Taro Tsjuimoto, the need for a replacement is strong. They have had a few late round picks that looked like they could develop but alas many have failed to meet current expectations. Forsberg gives the team an elite talent at the wing, and an exciting player for the team to look forward too.
4) New England Brett Kennedy - C
- New England can afford all the time in the world, and seems to consistently gain top end prospects, so whats one more? Kennedy adds to them a massively talented piece and makes their prospect pool scary once again, with them already having a scary SHL level roster. Gross (but not gross for NEW)
5) Buffalo Emiya Shirou - LW
- Buffalo being in a rather solid situation overall with having young developing players in almost all positions, they have the luxury to take their perceived BPA and they will do that at the forward position. Shirou offers another fantastic first time create to add to their newly built roster and will fit in fantastically with the team they are building.
6) New England Noro Wozy - LW
- Have a fast rise in the ranking Wozy goes just outside of the top 5 to the stacked Wolfpack. With Kennedy and Wozy now making up 2/3rd's of a line for the Wolfpack they are laughing at the riches their prospect pool now has. GROSS.
7) Buffalo Finn Larsen - C
- For my own rankings I have Andrezjeck above both of the players the Stampede have taken, but the opportunity to really build their forward group with Shirou and now larsen is to strong to deny. They nab him at 7, and pretty much lock up a great core of players to grow with the now challenging team.
8) West Kendall Eddie Andrezjeck - D
- Not a massive need for the Platoon but something that they could get handled now. With the graduations of Light and Volkova, but the loss of Halfredsson leaves a bit of a hole on them for developing D men to start to grow behind their big guns at the SHL level. Andrezjeck adds that elite piece for them and helps give some confidence in Defense becoming a non issue for them.
9) Seattle Vesa Perhonen - C
- Seattle is almost set on the back end, so building up some younger pieces to join the likes of Trevor Wilson would be huge for them, and being able to nab Perhonen at 9 would be fantastic for them and add to the much needed depth at the forward position.
10) Toronto Roddy Hawkins - D
- A big positonal need for the Stars is on Defense. With Taylor being the only really juggernaut on D for the team they could use some more help. They have 2 prospects already in Rhys and Dodds, but a 3rd member to that grouping would not hurt in the slightest. This would hopefully shore up the position for them and allow them in furture drafts to switch their focus to the forward position.
11) Toronto FORFEITED
- STEAL OF THE DRAFT HANDS DOWN! BOOK IT.
12) Los Angeles Elias Lindstrom - LW
- Short of a weak bank, Lindstrom will fit in perfectly to the Panthers plans. Having what seems to be their D shored up for the foreseeable future, they take a forward to add to the prospect pool with some of their veterans starting to hit regression. A depth move, that could pay off huge sooner than later.
13) New England Hermanis Villy - D
- Having really shored up their forwards with their earlier picks New England turns to D to have some options as they move forward. Villy will be a bit of a project for them but the Wolfpack has all the time in the world, with maybe arguably one of the best set up defensive top 4 moving forward.
14) Calgary Vratislav Zbynek - RW
- Adding to their prospect pool to potentially play with Joe K down the road, the Dragons keep doing what they do, which is win at the SHL level, and keep their firsts. They are like reverse New York Rangers. It has paid off, because they continue to fill those holes in the line up perfectly with their great 1st round pick ups season after season. Zbynek should add another great piece to the puzzle, providing some good offense on the wing.


Pick - Round 2 - Team - Player

15) Toronto Robert Haugen - LW
- Part of the Start to rebuild their prospect pool, Haugen could prove to be a great 2nd round steal and a valuable member to the stars aging core.
16) Minnesota Jimmy Wagner - G
- Can start to develop the Heir apparent in Minnesota. No rush for Wagner or the Cheifs, and brings back and old player who is familiar with the team.
17) Calgary Rambo - D
- Adds a physical force to the blue line and area where the Dragons have little to no real prospects, can take their time with him to fill out
18) Winnipeg Ellie Werenski - D
- A solid add to the D prospects to start to grow behind the veterans. Can take the time needed to get up to speed.
19) Hamilton Bartholomew Cechove - G
- A solid back up option, and an insurance net incase they run into #InactiveWaters again. Cechove can take his time to develop his game in Juniors. Perfect for both parties
20) Winnipeg Cameron Dubois - D
Winnipegs D is solid but aging, Dubois adds to the prospect pool to start to build up now so when the time comes it doesn't hurt as much for the Jets
21) West Kendall Nick Dupuis - D
- Adds some defensive depth to start to build the next wave of defensive players to fill the gaps down the road for some of their older D men and women
22) West Kendall Stefan Digrio - LW
- WKP has a knack for getting the most out of lower picked players, so Digrio fits the bill and adds some prospects back into the fold with recent graduations
23) Seattle Luca Meier - LW
- Gives them some needed depth on the wing, can be patient with the winger.
24) Edmonton Landon Boeing - G
- Starts to build a goalie behind broadway to take the reigns eventually when the day comes
25) Toronto Janis Doro - C
- Could hopefully spend some of the Bank $ and pick up the growth again, best shot of the lower chance picks to maybe pan out
26) New England Matthew Auston - C
-Low risk pick up that adds to the prospects again with so many graduations
27) Edmonton Declan Reilly - D
-Any prospect depth is welcome to the blizzard, Reilly adds that.
28) Hamilton Jakub Dvorak - RW
- Adds more winger depth, chance it could pan out
29) Texas Riley Jako - RW
-Adds Forward Depth for the team, low risk pick that could maybe pay off
30) Portland :admirals: Ryan Todd - C
- Adds to Portlands Forward Depth - Hope that he can pick up the pace and become a good depth option

Oooh this looks great

Alonzo Garbanzo Final Tallies (Among Defensemen):
2nd in Goals (208), All-Time Assists Leader (765)*, All-Time Points Leader (973), 3rd in Hits (2587), All-Time Blocked Shots Leader (1882)*
*All-Time Leader Among All Skaters
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Alonzo Garbanzo (Retired) | D | Minnesota Chiefs
Age: 41
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 185 lbs
Number: 2
Player Type: TWD
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SMJHL Regular Season Statistics (S20)
MTL | GP: 40 | G: 8 | A: 21 | P: 29 | +/-: +13 | SB: 62
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SMJHL Playoff Statistics (S20)
MTL | GP: 6 | G: 0 | A: 2 | P: 2 | +/-: -2 | SB: 9
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SHL Regular Season Statistics (S21-S43)
MIN | GP: 1158 | G: 200 | A: 750 | P: 950 | +/-: Even | HIT: 2538 | SB: 1807
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SHL Playoff Statistics (S21-S41)
MIN | GP: 139 | G: 20 | A: 89 | P: 109 | +/-: -19 | HIT: 291 | SB: 234
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IIHF Statistics (S21-S38)
SWE | GP: 211 | G: 36 | A: 125 | P: 161 | +/-: +16 | HIT: 553 | SB: 325
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International Awards
IIHF Gold Medal (S28, S29)
IIHF Silver Medal (S21, S27, S35)
IIHF Bronze Medal (S22, S23)
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Transactions
S20 | Drafted 3rd Overall to the Montreal Impact
S21 | Drafted 2nd Overall to the Minnesota Chiefs
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Notable Events
S21 | Named Alternate Captain of the Minnesota Chiefs
S23 | Named Captain of the Minnesota Chiefs
S24 | 4th in Assists
S24 | 4th in Defensemen Points
S26 | 1st in Assists
S26 | 1st in Defensemen Points
S26 | 2nd in Penalty Minutes
S27 | 1st in Defensemen Points
S27 | T-1st in Defensemen Goals
S27 | 1st in Blocked Shots
S27 | 2nd in Game-Tying Goals
S29 | 4th in Assists
S29 | 5th in Defensemen Points
S30 | 4th in Assists
S30 | 4th in Defensemen Points
S30 | T-3rd in Defensemen Goals
S30 | 3rd in Blocked Shots
S31 | 2nd in Assists
S31 | 2nd in Defensemen Points
S31 | 4th in Blocked Shots
S32 | 2nd in Blocked Shots
S33 | 1st in Blocked Shots
S33 | 1st in Defenseman Points
S33 | 3rd in Defenseman Goals
S34 | 4th in Assists
S34 | 2nd in Blocked Shots
S34 | 4th in Defenseman Points
S35 | 2nd in Defenseman Points
S36 | 4th in Assists
S36 | 5th in Blocked Shots
S36 | T-1st in Defenseman Points
S36 | T-4th in Defensemen Goals
S37 | T-3rd in Assists
S37 | T-3rd in Defensemen Goals
S37 | 3rd in Defensemen Points
S40 | 1st in Defenseman Points
S40 | T-4th in Defensemen Goals
S40 | 1st in Plus/Minus
S41 | T-2nd in Power Play Goals
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SHL All-Star Selections
9x SHL 1st Team (S26, S27, S30, S31, S33, S35, S36, S37, S40)
2x SHL 2nd Team (S24, S34)
2x SHL 3rd Team (S29, S32)
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SHL Awards
5x Scott Stevens Trophy (S27, S31, S33, S37, S40)
1x Ron Mexico Trophy (S27)
Aidan Richan Trophy (S24)
1x Challenge Cup (S39)
5x Scott Stevens Nominee (S24, S26, S30, S35, S36)
1x Ron Mexico Nominee (S31)
3x Damian Littleton Nominee (S26, S31, S40)
1x Challenge Cup Finalist (S40)


Borromini Cannellini | C | Los Angeles Panthers
Age: 16
Height: 6'-4"
Weight: 210 lbs
Number: 17
Player Type: SNP
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SMJHL Regular Season Statistics (S45-S47)
VAN | GP: 150 | G: 51 | A: 69 | P: 120 | +/-: +37 | HIT: 153
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SMJHL Playoff Statistics (S45-S47)
VAN | GP: 27 | G: 11 | A: 10 | P: 21 | +/-: +5 | HIT: 24
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SHL Regular Season Statistics (S48-)
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SHL Playoff Statistics (--)
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IIHF Statistics (--)
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International Awards
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Transactions
S45 | Drafted 7th Overall to the Vancouver Whalers
S46 | Drafted 10th Overall to the Los Angeles Panthers

Awww yeah looks good so far!

Stop overvalueing me :( Nice work though on the article though

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Former players:
Ivo Willems (S9 SMJHL) (S10-28 SHL)  
Xander Green  (S33-35 SMJHL) (S36-47 SHL)
Vorian Atreides (S49-51 SMJHL) (S52-61 SHL)

Green is #2, going to Texas

Capy Bara || D || Vancouver Whalers
Name: Capy Bara
Age: 17
Birthplace: Japan, Sendai
Height: 6ft 11
Weight: 200 lbs
Number: 1
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Career Statistics:
SMJHL Regular Season:
S64 | 0 GP | 0 G | 0 A | 0 P | 0+ | 0 H | 0 SHT | 0 SB
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SMJHL Playoffs:
S64 | 0 GP | 0 G | 0 A | 0 P | -0 | 0 H | 0 SHT | 0 SB
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Transactions:
Drafted 30th Overall by the Vancouver Whalers

Player Bio's done, Onto the Rankings! - Shower etc then I will continue. Onto top 20!

Nice work man!!! A++++

Dude, I have no fucking clue who you even are but don't ever put words in my mouth when I haven't said shit. Fucking period.

Originally posted by stevo@Mar 27 2017, 10:22 AM
Dude, I have no fucking clue who you even are but don't ever put words in my mouth when I haven't said shit. Fucking period.

DONE!!! Enjoy everyone.

Originally posted by stevo@Mar 27 2017, 08:22 AM
Dude, I have no fucking clue who you even are but don't ever put words in my mouth when I haven't said shit. Fucking period.

That's pretty edgy bro

Cats > Dogs though. Sorry Onyx

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Former players:
Ivo Willems (S9 SMJHL) (S10-28 SHL)  
Xander Green  (S33-35 SMJHL) (S36-47 SHL)
Vorian Atreides (S49-51 SMJHL) (S52-61 SHL)

Tbh no chance we draft a C

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