Posts About "2018 NHL Draft"
Can Sharks' Ryan Merkley Be Fixed?
September 1st, 2019 Hyped before his draft year as a potential top-five selection in 2018's deep draft class, defenseman Ryan Merkley has all the tools to be an elite defenseman. He ended up falling to the 21st pick where he was drafted by the San Jose Sharks. Why the fall? Ryan Merkley, San Jose Sharks, 2018 NHL Draft, Dallas Texas, June 22, 2018...
Revisiting Preseason Rankings for 2018 NHL Draft
August 14th, 2019 Scouting is not an exact science and hindsight can be hilarious at times. The draft year offers a ton of time for development and so much can change from September to June. Still, it’s both fun and educational to look back — to laugh and learn. After publishing my preseason rankings for the 2020 NHL draft — my top 124...
Trent Miner – 2019 NHL Draft Prospect Profile
June 7th, 2019 Trent Miner 2018-19 Team: Vancouver GiantsDate of Birth: February 5, 2001Place of Birth: Souris, ManitobaHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 181 poundsCatches: L Position: GNHL Draft Eligibility: 2019 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting: 6th (Among NA goaltenders)Future Considerations: 65thThe Hockey Writers: 100thTSN's Craig's...
Reviewing Maple Leafs' 2018 Draft Class
June 7th, 2019 With the 2019 NHL Entry Draft just around the corner, let's take a look back at last year's draft to get an idea of what could be in store this time around. Kyle Dubas' first season as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs is now in the rear-view mirror and we have had a full season to look at the progress of his first draft...
Pierre Dorion's History at the Draft
June 3rd, 2019 The 2019 NHL Entry Draft will mark general manager Pierre Dorion’s fourth draft at the helm of the Ottawa Senators. Looking back over his picks, his record is pretty solid so far. He’s drafted 17 players, a number of which will be a large part of the Senators rebuild in the near future. Related: Dorion’s Trade Deadline...
Joe Veleno: A Key Piece of the Red Wings' Future
May 1st, 2019 The 2018 NHL Entry Draft has had promising early returns for the Detroit Red Wings. Filip Zadina, who the team got sixth overall, is unquestionably the headliner as his flashy offensive prowess has fans envisioning him filling opponents' nets with pucks. Likewise, Halifax Mooseheads' defenseman Jared McIsaac looks like a steal at 36th...
