Posts About "2016 NHL Draft"
Tyler Benson Back on Track for Oilers
February 13th, 2018 Over the past few weeks, we've talked about a couple of prospects in the Edmonton Oilers' pipeline. It's now time to turn our attention to a guy who's had a lot of struggles with injuries during his development, Tyler Benson. It's been the biggest concern since he was drafted 32nd overall in 2016. It's easy to quickly get the...
Kieffer Bellows - Islanders Prospect is the Real Deal
January 8th, 2018 Drafted as the 19th overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NHL Draft, New York Islanders' prospect Kieffer Bellows has the tools to become a future superstar for years to come. The Edina, Minnesota native is known for his goal scoring ability, as well as the physical presence he brings to the ice. The 19-year old phenom signed a...
Leafs 2016 NHL Draft: One Year Later
June 22nd, 2017 Heading into the 2017 NHL Draft, the Leafs will have a different perspective than they did in 2016. Just one year ago, Toronto had 11 draft picks, including five in the first three rounds. This year is a different story, with just seven total picks and only two within the first 109 selections. However, the minimal number of draft picks...
Oilers 2016 Draft Picks One Year Later
June 19th, 2017 The Edmonton Oilers did quite well at the 2016 NHL Entry Draft a year ago. Edmonton added two potential top six forwards, an intriguing goaltending prospect, and several long-term projects. Jesse Puljujarvi (fourth), Tyler Benson (32nd) and Dylan Wells (123rd) look like the strongest picks of their class for Edmonton. Puljujarvi...
Benson a Perfect Fit for Oilers
January 5th, 2017 If you're an Edmonton Oilers fan you know a few things when it comes to their history at the NHL Entry Draft. For one, the Oilers never seem to hit on anything outside of the first round and they have a horrendous record when it comes to developing and cultivating talent. Insert Tyler Benson. A week ago, the Oilers signed their...
Should Oilers Send Puljujarvi to AHL?
October 25th, 2016 The Edmonton Oilers are off to their best start in recent memory thanks to a 5-1-0 record to start the year. The team is rewarding Oilers general manager Peter Chiarelli for some key moves in the off-season, and things are finally looking up in Edmonton. Everything is clicking, but one Oiler who is struggling is 18-year-old rookie Jesse...
