He doesnt possess elite or wow factor offensive ability and hes not a punishing physical defender, but his skating and smarts give him the assets to be a No. David Jiricek 49 Julian Lutz Mnchen (DEL) 7. Kimelman -- Conor Geekie: Geekie's skating has concerned some scouts, while others believe it's fine now and that as he fills out physically and develops his lower body, it will continue to improve. Photo by Natalie Shaver/OHL Images. Sportsnet and SN NOW will have complete coverage . Scott Wheeler offers some final takeaways on the 2022 NHL Draft class. He plays with a lot of energy, is strong on the forecheck and has great work ethic. Theres also volatility based on where we project the top-end defencemen to go, and how early will they go? 20. Cutter Gauthier:The U.S. U-18 national team forward has NHL size (6-foot-2 1/2 and 200 pounds), speed, and a goal-scorers nose for the net, which is to say he has the requisite tools to be a top-six, two-way NHL power forward. Corey Pronman examines every teams entire depth chart at the NHL and prospect level and projects their needs over the next few years. The right-hand shot, compared by some to Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh, will play at the University of Minnesota next season. Kimelman -- Ryan Chesley: The Canucks need to add youth to their group of defensemen to go along with Quinn Hughes, and Chesley brings a bit of everything. Hes never deterred despite his slight stature (5-foot-10, 154 pounds). The New Jersey Devils move up from No. With the NHL Draft Lottery out of the way and the order of the first 16 teams confirmed, it's time for a Post-Lottery Mock Draft. He tied for first among Quebec Major Junior Hockey League skaters with five shorthanded goals and scored five power-play goals. If a team in the 12-16 range won the first drawing, the worst team keeps the 1st pick and is excluded from the second drawing. Nathan Gaucher, C, Quebec Remparts (QMJHL): Theres no pure elite element to his game, but he plays a pro style, utilizing his size efficiently. 2 Shane Wright Kingston (OHL) That is, players slotted from Nos. Many of the players ranked from Nos. Morreale -- Luca Del Bel Belluz: A responsible, high-end center, Del Bel Belluz was used in all situations because of his good speed, skating ability, excellent hands and puck skills. Boston Bruins Latest News; . It was more difficult to get consensus rankings on the Russians this year because not all teams are ranking Russians as they have in the past. 24 Denton Mateychuk Moose Jaw (WHL) Morning Coffee: Will we see another trade that shakes up the Stanley Cup futures market? There was drama at the top, with the Montreal Canadiens selecting Slovakian winger Juraj Slafkovsky first overall in front of a raucous . 1 vote from our panel of scouts, but also got a few votes at No. He had a 16-game point streak from Dec. 4-Jan. 25 and led the AJHL with five shorthanded goals. Montreal Canadiens - Shane Wright, C, Kingston (OHL) . We use cookies to improve your experience. David Goyette Jiri Kulich is a 2022 NHL draft-eligible prospect from Kadan, Czech Republic, a town of 18,000 people approximately 110 km (68 miles) northwest of the country's capital, Prague. The truth is no one seems to know for sure how the Russians will be considered in this years draft. The draft order is based after NHL draft lottery and heading into the Conferenace Finals. 3. 12 Pavel Mintyukov Saginaw (OHL) Wrights game left some scouts wanting more from him, especially in terms of competitiveness and goal scoring. His shot and hockey sense are NHL caliber, and his coach compared him to New York Islanders forward Anders Lee. (approx 1 - 2 per week). 6. Though Gauthier played some centre this season, most scouts seem to think he projects more as a pro winger. Some rankings have . 8. Kimelman -- Rutger McGroarty: McGroarty was the captain of the NTDP U-18 team, which speaks to his leadership ability. Pronman vs. Wheeler: Debating the top prospects in the 2022 NHL Draft Morreale -- Nathan Gaucher, C, Quebec (QMJHL): A strong right-shot center who was used in all situations, Gaucher (6-3, 207) had 57 points (31 goals, 26 assists) in 66 games. He's an excellent skater with good offensive instincts. HM Viktor Neuchev Yekaterinburg (MHL) Today I update my 2022 NHL Draft board ahead of tonight's draft lottery. 71 Topias Leinonen JYP (SM Liiga Jr.) Logan Cooley:The U.S. U-18 national team centre was the only prospect besides Slafkovsky and Wright to get a No. McKeen's Hockey will be providing analysis and player profiles for the 2022 World Junior Championship slated to begin Dec. 26th. Select additional sports and leagues youre interested in from the list below. 18. But there are some red flags for consistent effort and indifferent play. Full draft rankings (for more info go to TSN.ca): RK Player Team MOCK 2022 NHL DRAFT . However, the NFL Combine is this week, and rookie draft stocks will rise and fall over the next few days. Some of them said theyre not necessarily convinced the top two picks in the draft will be Slafkovsky and Wright or vice versa. The critical question is: whats his offensive upside? Morreale -- Rutger McGroarty, RW, USA U-18 (NTDP): A versatile player with great leadership skills, McGroarty (6-1, 204) thinks the game at a high level, will shoot the puck and competes all over the ice. Its really that tight in the eyes of so many scouts. Alexander Perevalov, LW, Yaroslavl (MHL): In terms of a skilled forward who isnt just an offensive juggernaut, theres plenty of NHL potential as a producer here. He's considered a strong skater who can lead or join the rush for scoring opportunities, creating chances with his ability to anticipate plays. We didn't recognize that password reset code. Ryan Chesley, D, USNTDP: Defends well and moves pucks efficiently. 28 Nathan Gaucher Quebec (QMJHL) At best, he projects as a 2C; at worst, a 3C. From a developmental stand point, the 2020-21 season was a disaster. Frank Nazar III, RW, USNTDP: Adept at playing a small area game, this player is highly competitive and shows great character. Early Look 2022 NHL Draft Rankings #1-5 2021-22 Pre-Season Rankings and Reports First, we have players who have missed significant development time. Kevin Korchinski, D, Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL): Great skating ability that allows him to get back on pucks quickly, initiate the rush and walk the offensive zone blue line. 25 Ryan Chesley USA U-18 (USHL) Typically, we have some certainty as to the first half of the draft, but this year we have some level of certainty in the first quarter of the opening round, or the first eight picks. He had 16 points (eight goals, eight assists) in 37 games in the top professional league in Slovakia. Try a week on us. He was overshadowed by some of his teammates but Howard's skating and strength down low in the offensive zone make him a standout prospect. No one in the 2022 NHL Draft class has travelled a road to Montreal quite like that of fearless centre Vinzenz Rohrer. One had him at No. Noah Ostlund, C, Djurgarden Jr. (SWE U20): Gained a lot of steam with a dominant performance in the U18 worlds. If a player has no totals listed, this means that he has not played in a regular season game in the NHL. 1. The right-hand shot (5-9, 174) has great vision, plays with intensity and has good offensive instincts. Teams who like Wright at No. 1 or No. He has terrific . 27. After overcoming pandemic hurdles, Savoies draft year has looked like the path he was destined to follow. Position: F. Vitals: 6'1", 185 lbs. HM Filip Nordberg Sodertalje (SWE J-20) Your existing password has not been changed. 6. 5. His range in our survey was as high as No. Pronman ranks the top 31, Corey Pronmans complete seven-round mock draft, Dueling two-round mock draft: Corey Pronman and an NHL source predict the 2022 NHL Draft, Corey Pronmans Mock Draft 2.0: First-round picks, analysis, Corey Pronmans Mock Draft 1.0: The entire first round, Slafkovsky vs. Wright and the decision for the No. All Rights Reserved. HM George Fegaras North York (OJHL) Only a couple of weeks separate us from the 2022 NHL Draft. The charges filed against Georgia star Jalen Carter were two misdemeanors racing and reckless driving. Kimelman -- David Goyette, C, Sudbury (OHL): After selecting a defenseman with their first pick, the Coyotes could opt for Goyette (5-10, 175), who is among the best skaters in this year's draft. Kimelman -- Pavel Mintyukov: The Sharks need to get younger and more skilled at defenseman and Mintyukov is among the most gifted at the position in the 2022 draft class. 9 Matt Savoie Winnipeg (WHL) Eight of our 10 scouts ranked Wright either No. That tournament was the only hockey Wright played in 2020-21 because of COVID-19. The No. 1 pick and more Team: Omskie Yastreby (MHL) Statistics: 23 G, 22 A in 35 GP. 32 Tristan Luneau Gatineau (QMJHL) Kingston Frontenacs centre Shane Wright continues to have a healthy lead on the rest of the prospect field in the January edition of Craig's List ahead of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. 2. The 2nd overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls. Jagger Firkus, RW, Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL): A cool customer with a high compete level. His production from the Olympics on has given him a chance to be the first player off the board. {* traditionalSignIn_signInButton *}, Comment and participate in our online community. The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired the No. Jonathan Lekkerimaki, RW, Djurgarden (SWE U20): Will shoot from anywhere because he can score from anywhere. The Canadiens won the lottery and will select No. Corey Pronmans final ranking The Coyotes, Kraken and Flyers would love one of the top two prospects to fall to them, but that seems . 5 to No.2. Isaac Howard 70 Simon Forsmark Orebro (SWE J-20) Those who participated in the USHL were up against much stronger competition in an older league in general. The offensive position that typically garners the most selections in a given draft is wide receiver and if recent years are any indication, at least a few of this year's prospects will make an immediate impact for . Top NHL Draft prospect David Jiricek projects as an intimidating NHL defenseman. Photo Credit: Robert Lefebvre/OHL Images. 81 Jorian Donovan Hamilton (OHL) 4. Gauthier will start at center next season at Boston College, adding more versatility to his game. Wheeler: 10 NHL Draft prospects of interest who missed my top-100 ranking 2022 NHL Draft: Top QMJHL Prospects (Skaters) February 1, 2022. Nicholas Moldenhauer 15 Frank Nazar USA U-18 (USHL) The scouting season for the 2022 NHL draft has come to a close. Scott Wheelers final ranking for this years draft class is made up of 68 forwards, 32 defencemen and zero goalies. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. NHL 2023. 39 Alexander Perevalov Yaroslavl (MHL) That time was faster than the 4.44 seconds unofficially announced and the 10-yard split is the fastest time by an edge rusher in the history of the NFL Combine. Plays with pace and skill and is a fierce competitor. 2022 NHL Mock Draft. Gaucher is a big, strong center who would fit well with the Blues' physical, hard-forechecking style of play. The next generation of NHL stars will enter the league at the 2022 NHL Draft, live from Montreal. Morreale -- Jonathan Lekkerimaki: A pure sniper with a hard wrist shot who plays a two-way game with good hands and explosiveness. HM Otto Salin HIFK (SM Liiga Jr.) Mark J . Sorry we could not verify that email address. Kimelman -- Luca Del Bel Belluz, C, Mississauga (OHL): Del Bel Belluz (6-foot, 179) is a good skater with strong puck control skills and quick hands that make him effective in tight spaces. Howard has proven hes not just a first-rounder, hes one of the very best players in the 2022 NHL Draft class. Now that the Stanley Cup playoffs have reached the conference finals, we know more about the order of selection for . It feels like this years draft could see a lot of movement from these consensus rankings. Teams that did not win their division were placed in inverse order of regular-season standings points, followed by the three division winners who lost in inverse order of regular-season points. 1. Danila Yurov, RW, Magnitogorsk (KHL): Highly effective off the rush, and in finding seams. Kimelman -- Matias Havelid, D, Linkoping Jr. (SWE-JR): Havelid (5-9, 165) is an outstanding skater with a big shot from the blue line. Think William Nylander. We are working on 2022 NHL Draft scouting reports and once they are completed, we will hyperlink the reports . Listen here. Beck doesn't have much flash but might be one of the most consistent players in this draft class. While NHL draft rankings will differ and the discussion of potential trades has the final order of the opening round in doubt before it begins, here is a . Kimelman -- Lane Hutson, D, USA U-18 (NTDP): Hutson has a dynamic offensive game that stands out among players in his draft class; his 63 points (10 goals, 53 assists) in 65 games were the second-most ever by an NTDP defenseman (Cam York, 65, 2018-19). Blessed with physical tools and maturity, top 2022 NHL draft prospect Lian Bichsel is ready to take the next step in his game. Soon we will have a draft order and mock draft season can begin. And fears about his size (5-8, 158) could be moot; he said an endocrinologist informed him his bone age is younger than his chronological age, and there's a good chance he could grow as tall as 5-11 while playing at least a season or two at Boston University. 79 Artyom Duda Moskva (MHL) You can click on the headings of the tables to sort the information. Its a peculiar draft year, said one NHL team head scout. Simon Nemec and David Jiricek sit in one tier, with the added value of shooting from the right side. 3 Logan Cooley USA U-18 (USHL) Jun 2, 2022. 58 Bryce McConnell-Barker Sault Ste. He uses his size, reach and strength as an effective and active checker in the offensive and defensive zone and is exceptional at protecting the puck, has creative hands and a high ceiling. Its a photo finish for the No. 1. In addition to the shadow of sanctions due to the war with Ukraine, Miroshnichenko had to overcome a series of injuries that slowed him, and then was diagnosed with Hodgkins lymphoma. 5 to No.2. Teams are only allowed to improve their positioning via the Lottery twice in a five year period (beginning with the 2022 Lottery). Those who see him as more offensively limited have him outside the top 10. He's an outstanding skater with high-end offensive instincts. Playing most of this season as a 17-year-old (he turned 18 on April 27), Kemell scored 15 goals in 39 games, the most by an under-18 player in Liiga since Kaapo Kakko scored 22 in 45 games in 2018-19. - Its not looking like a banner year for Canadians in the draft. 78 Christian Kyrou Erie (OHL) At 5-foot-10 1/2, the skilled pivot has some dynamic offensive ability, especially in terms of his one-on-one play and a willingness to go to hard areas on the ice to score goals. Can score from distance, but also very effective with the one-timer. Sidelined with illness and injury for much of his draft year, Moldenhauer is embarking on the biggest week of his life at the U18 Worlds. If a team in the 12-16 range wins the first drawing, the first pick will remain with the worst team. The Winnipeg Jets have the No. The most important event on the draft calendar, the IIHF . By all accounts, his treatments went well, and hes been cleared to resume both on and off ice training, but team doctors and/or team owners could have as much say on Miroshnichenkos draft status as the scouts or general managers. 4 Simon Nemec Nitra (SVK) 27), as do the Buffalo Sabres (Nos. He had 58 points (32 goals, 26 assists) in 66 regular-season games, and was second among rookies in the WHL playoffs with 21 points (six goals, 15 assists) in 25 games. Wright has been the projected . The 16 teams that missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs took part in the lottery drawing for the first two selections; the Canadiens won the No. A right-shot defenseman, he played primarily on the left side this season. Stops and starts, players spread out all over the world and the conflict in Ukraine are just a few of the challenges scouts have had to navigate during the 2021-22 season. 57 Gleb Trikozov Omsk (MHL) Marco Kasper, C, Rogle (SHL): Hard not to like a guy who plays such a well-rounded game, but is also willing to do whatever it takes to continue improving. 14 Danila Yurov Magnitogorsk (KHL) Lane Hutson a skilled standout among stacked 2022 USNTDP prospect class, When submitting content, please abide by our . May 14, 2022. The rankings are below. Simon Nemec 31 Sam Rinzel Chaska High (USHS) 48 Danil Zhilkin Guelph (OHL) All Rights Reserved. Any other third party trademarks or copyrights are the property of their respective owners. The Draft Analyst Podcast: NHL Interlude (Division Finals/Round 2) May 20, 2022. He's under contract in the KHL for at least one more season but taking a chance on him here could be a smart value move. Scouts, players and staff weigh in on the 2022 NHL Draft class in Scott Wheelers draft survey. 6 pick in a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks. 35 Jack Hughes Northeastern (NCAA) The draft lottery, the NHL Combine and the draft itself have all been a little less than normal in timing and in content. He was voted best on face-offs in the OHL Eastern Conference coaches' poll after finishing second in the league in face-off winning percentage (60.6 percent; minimum 100 face-offs). 2022 NHL Draft Final Rankings by Ben Kerr. 1 cant forget what they saw in Wrights first OHL season and the 2021 U-18 world championship.. How Mintyukovs playing style mirrors his chess strategy, Marco Kasper Team. Vinzenz Rohrer What makes Mats Lindgren Jr. different than most other players is his hockey journey and where its taken him. The scouts who had Wright at No. 64 Mats Lindgren Kamloops (WHL) The NHL draft mock for 2022 gives the Ottawa Senators an elite offensive player. ET; ESPN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS) and rounds 2-7 are July 8 (11 a.m. Draft overagers in their second, third, or fourth year of eligibility who were born between Jan. 1, 2000 and Sep. 15, 2002 are also included in this ranking. Whos the crown jewel for the team with the No. Especially after the Slovak centre made the cross-Atlantic journey to join the USHL's Youngstown Phantoms. They also discuss preparing for the 2022 NHL Draft, living with his billet family, and gives some insight on who he is off the ice. 38 Mattias Havelid Linkoping (SWE J-20) 87 Ben MacDonald Noble & Greenough (USHS) On the origin story of a 6-foot-3, 196-pound centre. Howard has great quickness, instincts and is tenacious on pucks. 1 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, which took place July 7-8, and selected Juraj Slafkovsky in a . Players who didnt make Scott Wheelers final draft ranking but who have interesting skills that make them stand out. While that assessment may be a little heady, he does fit inside the top 10 of this class. NHL Draft prospect Cutter Gauthier has a great shot no matter the hand. Please Note: The draft order might be slightly different today towards the back end of the draft. The 2023 NFL Draft is still roughly two months away. What is each teams biggest need going into the NHL Draft? He had 70 points (28 goals, 42 assists) in 56 games and nine points (three goals, six assists) in six games at the World U-18s. 32 Thoughts: What's up with every team heading into the NHL Draft? One club executive nicely summed up the dilemma in choosing between Slafkovsky and Wright. 89 Alexander Suzdalev HV 71 (SWE J-20) He led WHL rookie defensemen with 65 points (four goals, 61 assists) in 67 games and his playmaking ability ranks among the best at his position in this year's draft. The 2022 NHL Draft is only hours away. The nationality breakdown for TSNs Top 32 is as follows: Canada (nine); United States (eight); Sweden, Russia and Slovakia (three each); Czechia and Finland (two apiece); and Austria and Switzerland (one each). Kimelman -- Shane Wright, C, Kingston (OHL): Wright (6-foot, 199 pounds) not only is the most complete player in the 2022 draft, but he also fills a need at center for the Canadiens. 7 Joakim Kemell JYP (SM Liiga) Club order of draft selection is not a factor in our survey of scouts and TSNs ranking of players. Our scouting survey ranked him as high as No. 40 Lane Hutson USA U-18 (USHL) Some teams have factored in a more emphatic Russian factor in their rankings, while still other teams have ranked all players, including Russians, based purely on hockey-playing ability. During the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery, the Montreal Canadiens won the first overall pick in the NHL Draft Lottery this past Tuesday, while the New Jersey Devils jumped up to get the . How confident are NHL teams in spending a draft pick on a player who may never come to North America, if he isn't already playing here? He also played more of a shut-down role for the NTDP but showcased a high-end offensive game with the U-17 team in 2020-21 (34 points in 37 games). 16. NHL Draft Confidential: What scouts and executives think about the No. 17 Jimmy Snuggerud USA U-18 (USHL) 1 spot on TSNs 2022 NHL Draft Final Rankingand, by the slimmest of margins, its Juraj Slafkovsky over Shane Wright. 1 pick, What is the scouting process for NHL Draft prospects? While the rest of the hockey world debates the relative merits of top NHL Draft prospects Shane Wright, Juraj Slafkovsky and Logan Cooley, TSN Director . He's a good skater with a strong, accurate shot he's able to get through traffic. Mats Lindgren 42 Filip Bystedt Linkping (SWE J-20) Morreale -- Jiri Kulich: Kulich interviewed with all 32 NHL clubs at the NHL Scouting Combine, showing how interested teams are in him. European players too young to compete at the pro level had little opportunity to play, and when they did play at the pro level, they were used sparingly. As was Cutter Gauthier, LW, USNTDP: His own opinion is that he should be in the conversation as the first player taken. Stanley Cup Final | Avalanche vs. One, if you were to survey another group of 10 scouts, you could very well end up with the same 5-4 split, but in favour of Wright. 2022 NHL Mock Draft. 4. Everything you need to know. The Canadiens won the lottery and will select No. 1. 1 pick? Will the player be interested in coming over, and how hard will it be for NHL teams to produce visas for said players? 1 Juraj Slafkovsky TPS (SM Liiga Jr.) 61 Dylan James Sioux City (USHL) Wright is an easy choice at No. 62 Tyler Brennan Prince George (WHL) Martin Miiak, C, Youngstown Phantoms (2023 NHL Draft) Martin Miiak is a player to keep an eye on for this year's draft. 10. He led Gatineau defensemen with 43 points (12 goals, 31 assists) in 43 games. To that end, here are thumbnail sketches of the remaining eight prospects in TSNs Top 10: 3. ET; ESPN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS) and rounds 2-7 are July 8 (11 a.m. He's a straight-line player with a power forward game that should translate well to the pro level. Frank Nazar Theres a lot to pick apart on both sides of the equation. 9) and Marat Khusnutdinov (No. An error has occurred while trying to update your details. 32 selection goes to the Stanley Cup champion, but the Colorado Avalanche traded the pick to the Coyotes for goalie Darcy Kuemper on July 28. That allows them to land one of the top players from the US NTPD. 50 Ty Nelson North Bay (OHL) NHL Draft lottery odds 2022 Here is how the NHL lottery odds system is broken down. This draft projects to be one full of volatility and two key elements are contributing to the uncertainty. He had 70 points (24 goals, 46 assists) in 63 games.