His teammate, defenceman Reese Hamilton is also highly touted ahead of Thursdays Draft. ; #186 Red Deer Rebels: Cole Connolly, F, Beaumont, Alta. -- Wyshynski, Team: USA U-18 (NTDP) 221. 199. There were a couple of other options here, but Dean projected to go right around the first-round bubble. Columbus Blue Jackets: Martin Rysavy, RW, Moose Jaw (WHL) Montreal Canadiens: Joe Vrbetic, G, North Bay (OHL) Age: 18 | Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 212 | Shot: R. How he fits: The Canadiens selected a player who asked not to be selected, and they selected him in the first round. The drafts order of selection depends on where the team finishes in the league standings. The reasoning for Tansem being rewarded as our top defender on our list is evident, His skating ability and offensive generation separate himself from any other defenseman in this class. "The WHL Prospects Draft is traditionally held in the month of May and represents an important milestone on the annual WHL calendar. ; #26 Swift Current Broncos: Jace McFaul, D, Edmonton, Alta. Ranking: 14 | Nationality: CAN 190. He will need to be a triple threat when carrying the puck down the wing, being able to drive wide, stop and survey, as well as attack down the gut. San Jose Sharks: Artem Guryev, D, Lindsay (OJHL) Ceulemans plays strong in his own end, but he's also a strong skater and has an affinity for shooting the puck. 79. A center that is quick to help out his defenders and provide support to clear pucks and transition the play up the ice. Cossa fits that mold, and fits the M.O. -- Wyshynski, Team: Halifax (QMJHL) 23 pick -- along with the 48th and 138th overall selections to the Stars for this selection. His speed and elite shooting ability make him a threat to . 213. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 175 | Shot: L ; #110 Winnipeg ICE: Owen Brees, D, Lethbridge, Alta. He has very fast hands and good extension in his shooting action that generates good pace and elevation. He can manipulate the release point, explode a quick snapshot with his weight transfer, all while being absurdly accurate." 135. We are set to launch into 2021 continuing to bring you only the best coverage available! Vancouver Canucks: Hugo Gabrielson, D, Vastervik (Sweden Jr.) Tampa Bay Lightning: Cameron Macdonald, C, Saint John (QMJHL), 161. ; #112 Tri-City Americans: Kainoah Brankovic, D, Port Coquitlam, B.C. His top-end speed is still coming along as hes still growing, but the quick bursts to separate in a straight line or cut and create space is impressive, He displays a proficient crossover ability both forward and backwards., Weve only seen a paucity so far in the CSSHL this season and to be fair, Tansem and his Rink Kelowna team havent truly been tested, . 5. His stature will no doubt grow as part of a Michigan team with designs on a national championship. Now his son is tabbed to join the Columbus family. NHL trade tracker: Latest deals and grades, NHL trade grades: Sabres smartly buy low on Greenway, NHL trade deadline 2023: Fantasy hockey live reaction, Flyers GM: Red Wings nixed van Riemsdyk trade, Avs' Makar OK'd to return 2nd time from protocol, Wild acquire defenseman Klingberg from Ducks, Sabres add size up front, get Greenway from Wild, Penguins acquire defenseman Kulikov from Ducks, Sources: No discipline for Watson hit on Motte, Surging Bruins fastest to 100 pts. ; #30 Swift Current Broncos: Parker Rondeau, F, Swift Current, Sask. ; #206 Swift Current Broncos: Wesley Olson, F, Chaplin, Sask. #231 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Cole Fisher, F, Dunmore, Alta. Elite Prospects - WHL Bantam Draft 2007. Get access to our unique free . Team: Yale Hockey Academy U15 Stats: 30 GP 29G-38A67 points, #11 Lethbridge Hurricanes 133. Detroit Red Wings: Pasquale Zito, LW, Windsor (OHL) Why Owen Power is the clear No. - The Western Hockey League will conduct the 2020 WHL Bantam Draft online beginning at 10 a.m. MT on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. skated in 30 games with Burnaby Winter Club U15 Prep this past season, registering 19 points (2G-17A). Catton played one game with the Contacts last year as a double underage and did not look out of place, even scoring a goal. ; #97 Brandon Wheat Kings: Brady Turko, F, Brandon, Man. 53. The consensus number-one pick in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft is from Whitehorse, Yukon, which falls under the jurisdiction of BC Hockey. ; 220 Winnipeg ICE: Cruz Klapak, F, Pilot Butte, Sask. The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Pre-Show begins with co-hosts Chris Wahl and Taylor Rocca at 8:30 a.m. PDT, with live draft coverage beginning at 9 a.m. PDT. Dallas Stars: Jacob Holmes, D, Sault Ste. 39. He has some Brad Marchand DNA in his game. To attend the camp of another Club, the player must be dropped from his current Clubs PPL. 82. ; #61 Prince George Cougars: Aiden Foster, F, Lloydminster, Alta. These clips demonstrate calm and cool decisions with the puck as well as his strong stride and ability to be an effective forechecker at times., It is clear Gavin has no issues processing the game and typically makes a simple, heads-up play with the puck. Players who went undrafted and went on to become WHL and NHL stars include: Jamie Benn Shane Doan Tyler Ennis Jarome Iginla Shea Weber, 107 WHL GP 174 WHL GP 245 WHL GP 183 WHL GP 190 WHL GP, 866 NHL GP 1, 540 NHL GP 643 NHL GP 1, 554 NHL GP 1, 038 NHL GP. 55. 4) Calgary Hitmen Celebrini is a high IQ player with a high skill set that controls the game when on the ice and sets the tempo with his relentless motor and his ability to control the play. Sherwood Parks Braeden Cootes, meanwhile, enjoyed life on the West Coast this year. 77. Thank you for your interest in our network of websites, newsletters, and other services. 224. -- Wyshynski, Team: Gatineau (QMJHL) Rasmus Dahlin, No. Stats: 16 GP, 3 G, 1 A, How he fits: Olausson is a player with a big shot and solid puck control skills, but most importantly, he plays a 200-foot game. According to Daily Faceoff, which first reported the story, the fine amounted to $1,650. Team: Sioux Falls (USHL) 154. Add Player Add Staff Add Roster/Stats EP Contact Book NHL Draft Guide Fantasy Guide EP Rinkside Contact Elite Prospects . From the last half of the previous season to now, I dont believe anyone in this class has shown the improvements that he has. Then the Canucks sent the ninth overall pick to Arizona in the trade that sent Oliver Ekman-Larsson to Vancouver, and now we can officially include Guenther as part of the bounty Arizona received in that deal. 7) Vancouver Giants San Jose Sharks: Liam Gilmartin, LW, London (OHL) Mintyukov is the . #89 Medicine Hat Tigers: Jack Kachkowski, D, St. Albert, Alta. Edmonton Oilers: Shane Lachance, LW, Junior Bruins (USPHL) His decisions are all calculated and he exploits open space like no other player in the draft. ; #260 Portland Winterhawks: Mario Fate, F, Omaha, Neb. Given that need, and GM Rob Blake's legacy as a Hall of Fame defenseman, this was one of the draft's most predictable picks. Seattle Kraken: Ville Ottavainen, D, JYP (Finland) ; #189 Victoria Royals: Morgan Hackman, F, Vernon, B.C. 191. Jordan is one of, if not, the purest sniper in the upcoming draft. Tansem can at times tend to get a bit cute with the puck under pressure, you could say explorative. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 198 | Shot: R 1 pick Gavin McKenna, who registered. Hey, the Red Wings know from trying to build from the Swedish defensemen out. But the group is extremely talented, with numerous future impact players at the NHL level. ; #168 Moose Jaw Warriors: Preston Baerwald, F, Corman Park, Sask. And if all else fails, the team has a heck of a marketing hook with the Brothers Hughes -- and a happy star in Jack Hughes, which is always a good thing. Nice pick. -- Wyshynski. 73. Hold onto your britches and jockstraps, as weve got one name here sure to keep you talking for at least a while, maybe an omission that will do the same? ; #64 Prince Albert Raiders: Dayce Derkatch, F, Regina, Sask. He's Harvard bound and had 48 goals in 51 games in the USHL last season. Ranking: 8 | Nationality: SWE ; #205 Kelowna Rockets: Eric Han, F, Regina, Sask. ; #197 Edmonton Oil Kings: Elijah Hanson, G, West Kelowna, B.C. Ranking: 22 | Nationality: RUS Shortly after the selection of McKenna, the Tigers announced the No. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 175 | Shot: L, How he fits: Not the best forward available here -- that honor probably goes to Chaz Lucius, Fabian Lysell or Fedor Svechkov -- but Othmann fits a particular need for the Rangers. Stats: 27 GP, 10 G, 19 A, How he fits: It's a little bit of a reach for the Blues here. Regarded as the worlds finest development league for junior hockey players, the Western Hockey League (WHL) head office is based in Calgary, Alberta. Johnston fits with the kind of role player GM Jim Nill likes, and he was the 16th-ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting despite not playing last year due to the OHL COVID-19 postponement. Ask Steve Yzerman. 142. 182. Carolina Hurricanes: Justin Robidas, C, Val-D'Or (QMJHL) ; #150 Prince George Cougars: Rowan McDonald, F, Spruce Grove, Alta. 56. Columbus Blue Jackets: James Malatesta, LW, Quebec (QMJHL) He drops here to the Coyotes, who get the kind of goal scorer their prospect pipeline lacks. Montreal Canadiens: Daniil Sobolev, D, Spartak 2 (Russia Jr.) 192. of GM Steve Yzerman. 95. Draft will be held Thursday May 19th 2022 , there hasn't been much talk about it so thought I would get the ball rolling. Calgary Flames: Arsenii Sergeev, G, Shreveport (NAHL) 57. Defenceman Jackson Smith was selected second-overall by Tri-City in Thursday's 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. On the defensive side of the game, Macklin has a good stick, getting in passing lanes and breaking up plays deep in the zone. Chicago Blackhawks: Jalen Luypen, C, Edmonton (WHL) 179. 2022-2023 regular season player stats for GTHL U14 AA, including top goal scorers, most games played, PPG leaders and more. -- Wyshynski, Team: Togliatti (Russia 2) Calgary Flames: Cameron Whynot, D, Halifax (QMJHL) beginning the process . -- Wyshynski, Team: Flint (OHL) 3 overall to the Ducks. Ottawa Senators: Zack Ostapchuk, C, Vancouver (WHL) Live coverage of the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft will be live-streamed FREE via WHL Live on CHL TV. 170. 74. Age: 18 | Ht: 5-11 | Wt: 172 | Shot: R ; #81 Kelowna Rockets: Jaxon Kehrig, F, Tisdale, Sask. Priority Draft including defenceman Blake Fiddler, picked first-overall by the Edmonton Oil Kings. Lars Eller (F) NHL. Anaheim Ducks: Gage Alexander, G, Winnipeg (WHL) 22) Vancouver Giants (from Winnipeg). Lucius is a really solid pick, no doubt. ; #137 Saskatoon Blades: Dayton Deschamps, D, Saskatoon, Sask. The modern NHL game demands the ability to make plays at a high velocity. Stats: 26 GP, 2 G, 1 A, How he fits: Swerve! Players from across the four Western Canadian branches have had a full season to strut their stuff for scouts, with years worth of hard work set to be recognized by WHL Clubs in Thursdays WHL Prospects Draft. ; #116 Prince George Cougars: Brady Holtvogt, G, Humboldt, Sask. Team: Okanagan Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 12G-20A32 points, #15 Prince Albert Raiders Boston Bruins: Oskar Jellvik, LW, Djurgarden Jr. (Sweden Jr.) Arizona Coyotes: Samuel Lipkin, LW, Chicago (USHL) Florida Panthers: Evan Nause, D, Quebec (QMJHL) Dallas Stars: Logan Stankoven, C, Kamloops (WHL) 20) Everett Silvertips Pretty good deal huh? Anaheim Ducks: Joshua Lopina, C, UMass (H-East) 50. New York Islanders: Tomas Machu, D, Vitkovice Jr. (Czech Jr.) He plays with speed, loves to get on the forecheck and was an impressive member of the Canadian World Junior team this season. Ranking: 28 | Nationality: CAN Montreal Canadiens: William Trudeau, D, Charlottetown (QMJHL) Name: Reese Hamilton Position: Defence Hometown: Whitewood, Sask. The 2022 Western Hockey League Prospects Draft was held virtually on Thursday and the Prince George Cougars drafted 10 players in eight rounds. Also Read- Liam Highfield: Net Worth, Illness, Cuetracker, Snooker, Highfield Hair. We also invite you to ask us about our policies or feel free to let us know how we can better serve your privacy concerns. 119. ; #138 Prince George Cougars: Kieran Thibault, D, Kamloops, B.C. Minnesota Wild: Kyle Masters, D, Red Deer (WHL) 34. We believe in fully disclosing the methods to which we collect and use your personal information. Anaheim Ducks: Sean Tschigerl, LW, Calgary (WHL) ; #32 Prince Albert Raiders: Ryan Gower, D, McCreary, Man. It isn't even guaranteed that he will return to play for the London Knights next season. ; #114 Medicine Hat Tigers: Cohen Carter, D, Drayton Valley, Alta. He can start his offensive plays in the defensive end, too. ; #280 Seattle Thunderbirds: Brett Woodard, D, Langley, B.C. Carolina Hurricanes: Jackson Blake, RW, Eden Prairie (High MN) 185. 9 overall in 2015. Arizona Coyotes: Cal Thomas, D, Maple Grove (High MN) The Medicine Hat Tigers hold the first-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, as determined by the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Lottery on April 21, 2022. ; #39 Red Deer Rebels: Matthew Gard, F, Winnipeg, Man. Smith no doubt enjoys. Tampa Bay Lightning: Daniil Pylenkov, D, St. Petersburg (Russia) Winnipeg Jets: Dmitri Rashevsky, RW, Krasnogorsk (Russia Jr.) If the Flames didn't believe either goalie was the future for them, then this is a nice pick. -- Wyshynski, Team: Djurgarden (Sweden) 1 overall in 2018, hasn't quite leveled up to franchise defenseman status yet, but he's only 21 years old. Florida Panthers: Vladislav Lukashevich, D, Yaroslavl 2 (Russia Jr.) He is a great exponent of passing teammates open, slicing through layers of defence., Defensively Tansem is also very sound. He has very good hands in tight areas, especially, around the net to capitalize on chances down low., Celebrini also displays great vision with the puck and when in the cycle shows great poise and feeds passes into dangerous areas with regularity and with good touch., Celebrini can catch and receive passes whether in-front of or behind him in stride is elite, as he can corral a poor pass without skipping a beat. ; #46 Tri-City Americans: Savin Virk, F, Surrey, B.C. Following the Sabres in Round 1 were the Seattle Kraken, who just completed their full expansion draft and then made their first ever draft pick at No. In this clip, he is also 1-on-3 but has more real estate and attacks the defenders down the middle forcing them into a precarious position and creating the potential to draw a penalty or get a high-quality opportunity. Stats: 29 GP, 20 G, 20 A, How he fits: Bourgault is a reach here, but once you get to the bottom of the first round, it's all relative. Toronto Maple Leafs: Vyacheslav Peksa, Irbis Kazan (Russia Jr.) ; #181 Spokane Chiefs: Dane Pyatt, F, Langley, B.C. Minnesota Wild: Nate Benoit, D, Mount St. Charles (High RI) Ranking: 4 | Nationality: CAN Drafts in short order coming out of a Covid-shortened season," commented Silvertips director of player . ; #49 Spokane Chiefs: Hayden Paupanekis, F, Winnipeg, Man. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 207 | Shot: L, How he fits: As the Ryan Getzlaf era fades into memory, the Ducks get themselves another talented center who plays a power game. Edvinsson gives Detroit a player many feel projects to be a franchise blueliner. He's slightly smaller than Sebastian Cossa but no slouch at 6-foot-3. -- Wyshynski, Team: Edmonton (WHL) The WHL is also the leading provider of hockey scholarships with over 375 graduates each year receiving WHL Scholarships to pursue a post-secondary education of their choice. -- Wyshynski, Team: Michigan (Big Ten) Write CSS OR LESS and hit save. ; #201 Victoria Royals: Pass; #202 Vancouver Giants: Matson Waring, D, North Vancouver, B.C. ; #242 Winnipeg ICE: Logan Murray, F, Kimberley, B.C. A member of the Canadian Hockey League, the WHL has been a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League for over 50 years. Ranking: 27 | Nationality: USA - The Western Hockey League announced today that the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft will be held Thursday, May 19, 2022. Chicago Blackhawks: Ethan Del Mastro, D, Mississauga (OHL) Buffalo Sabres: Tyson Kozak, C, Portland (WHL) All that is required is to register and login using a free account with CHL TV, no subscription or purchase necessary. 163. 180. Buffalo Sabres: Prokhor Poltapov, LW, CSKA-2 (Russia Jr.) Stats: 40 GP, 11 G, 12 A, How he fits: This is the first top-10 pick the Sharks have had since taking Timo Meier at No. 11 overall after violating the NHL's rules on pre-combine testing. ; #88 Winniepg ICE: Ashton Brown, F, Sherwood Park, Alta. 17) Red Deer Rebels 75. . Once a player is selected by a WHL Club, he can only participate in tryout camps and other team activities for that Club. Name: Chase Harrington Position: Forward Hometown: Langley, B.C. Anaheim Ducks: Olen Zellweger, D, Everett (WHL) Rules are in place to ensure that a player may be selected by only one league. The NHL offseason formally begins with the 2022 NHL Draft in Montreal, starting with Thursday's first round (6 p.m. CT, ESPN).. Willing to take punishment and fight through sticks and checks to make plays and is great at winning those battles. #177 Everett Silvertips: Connor Wolitski, D, Spruce Grove, Alta. 108. Real-time results will be available at WHL.ca/draft. But it was a reach, and it came at the cost of not drafting either of the first round's two goaltenders. Ranking: 17 | Nationality: CAN Ottawa Senators: Ben Roger, D, London (OHL) It's also not often that a team uses those two No. Washington Capitals: Joaquim Lemay, D, Salmon Arm (BCHL) 165. Something imperative to future success being a smaller defender. ; #92 Winnipeg ICE: Daniel Morozov, F, Port Coquitlam, B.C. Winnipeg Jets: Nikita Chibrikov, RW, St. Petersburg (Russia) ; #200 Tri-City Americans: Chayse Johnson, G, Trail, B.C. Sounds like Gavin McKenna will be the #1 pick this year , he is leading the U18 CSSHL league in scoring and is only 15 years old. They thought they had ones in Ryan Johansen and Pierre-Luc Dubois, before trading both. The 2022 WHL U.S. But he has a solid wrist shot in his offensive repertoire and could certainly develop into a top-six forward. ; #77 Medicine Hat Tigers: Hudson Gainer, D, Medicine Hat, Alta. The Western Hockey League completed the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft online today. CAMERON SCHMIDT AUDIO Toronto Maple Leafs: Matthew Knies, LW, Tri-City (USHL) Seattle Kraken: Ryker Evans, D, Regina (WHL) 84. 21) Vancouver Giants (from Edmonton) ; #154 Winnipeg ICE: Christian Stephanson, F, Calgary, Alta. The best goalie prospect in the system is already on the roster: Kaapo Kahkonen, 24, was most recently seen exposed in the Seattle expansion draft. Pittsburgh Penguins: Ryan McCleary, D, Portland (WHL) ; #264 Winnipeg ICE: Justin Perreault, G, Winnipeg, Man. ; #90 Tri-City Americans: Jaxen Adam, D, Cochrane, Alta. His ability to shoot the puck at full stride has earned him Nikolaj Ehlers' comparisons. 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Results First Round, #1 Medicine Hat Tigers ; #142: Prince Albert Raiders: Will Shepard, F, West Vancouver, B.C. The Medicine Hat Tigers hold the first-overall selection in the WHL Prospects Draft, which is set to begin at 10:00 a.m. MT Thursday. 61. Just kidding maybe. Edmonton Oilers: Luca Munzenberger, D, Koln Jr. (Germany Jr.) Macklin mixes elite skating (very good edges, elite agility, and very good separation speed) with a high-end top speed to make him one of the most elusive skaters in the draft. New York Rangers: Hank Kempf, D, Muskegon (USHL) Washington Capitals: Brent Johnson, D, Sioux Falls (USHL) 123. Ottawa Senators: Chandler Romeo, D, Brantford (GOJHL) ; #215 Red Deer Rebels: Pass; #216 Portland Winterhawks: Tyce Penrod, F, Saskatoon, Sask. 217. 159. Dallas Stars: Conner Roulette, LW, Seattle (WHL) Vancouver Canucks: Connor Lockhart, RW, Portland (WHL) Mailloux was playing on loan for SK Lejon, a third-tier team in Sweden, when he was fined by police for showing a photo to his teammates via Snapchat that depicted him and a woman engaged in a consensual sexual act -- a photo that was taken without her consent. 103. ; #184 Swift Current Broncos: Brennen Hocher, D, Calgary, Alta. Northern B.C. He has a terrific shot and plays an aggressive brand of offense, tallying 46 points in 31 games last season for the Sioux Falls Stampede. Age: 17 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 184 | Shot: L ; #308 Winnipeg ICE: Pass. But he also has strong offensive chops to go along with his tenacious game. Carolina Hurricanes: Nikita Guslistov, C, Cherepovets (Russia) ; #123 Victoria Royals: Wyatt Danyleyko, F, Sooke, B.C. -- Wyshynski, Team: Peterborough (OHL) For the Canadiens to select him in this draft is calculated and unsettling. 212. 144. Stats: 12 GP, 12 G, 12 A, How he fits: The Coyotes started the day without a first-round pick, having had to forfeit it (No. As part of WHL.cas coverage of the event, were turning a spotlight toward some of the more exciting prospects hailing from each of the four Western Canadian branches. ; #182 Everett Silvertips: Gino Cotroneo, F, Winnipeg, Man. Gavin has good hands and will make you pay when given space, and he is not afraid to make difficult passes through traffic. The reasoning for Tansem being rewarded as our top defender on our list is evident at least to DUBNetwork Scouting., His skating ability and offensive generation separate himself from any other defenseman in this class. Hear from forward Gavin McKenna after he was selected first-overall by Medicine Hat in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. Elite Prospects - WHL US Prospect Draft 2022. Catton is a cerebral offensive player that is an exceptional playmaker who also possesses a quick and lethal release. Celebrini is a relentless player who chases pucks and wins puck battles. 1) Medicine Hat Tigers His virtue is in the totality of his game, as a workhorse who is effective on both the power play and the penalty kill. 198. ; #95 Calgary Hitmen: Kale Dach, F, Fort Saskatchewan, Alta. Mock draft: First-round predictions Offensively he can drive the bus in transition or provide fantastic support off the rush. 3) Victoria Royals 202. But as deep as that pool is, it has more big fish at center and wing than on the blue line. 107. Priority Draft Lottery. 147. Players eligible for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft are 2007-born players who reside in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. -- Wyshynski, Team: Rimouski (QMJHL) Dallas Stars: Justin Ertel, LW, Summerside (MHL) 174. Celebrinis shot is quick and accurate with a bit of steam behind it, making it especially difficult for goalies. Ranking: 20 | Nationality: SWE #199 Medicine Hat Tigers: Pass. Western Hockey League completes 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, Western Hockey League completes 2022 WHL U.S. Jordan Martin of Abbotsford was the highest-chosen Abbotsford product, as the defenseman was ranked 41st overall by the Saskatoon Blades, in the second round. Hes physical, hes a great skater, and makes a lot of plays in the offensive zone and in transition that I think will translate very well at the WHL level, said Green. But all that established Montreal had two picks in the second round. Arizona Coyotes: Janis Moser, D, Biel (Switzerland) Montreal Canadiens: Dmitri Kostenko, D, Spartak (Russia) ; #62 Saskatoon Blades: Lochlan Tetarenko, F, Bragg Creek, Alta. 110. . 196. 40. His decision to recuse himself from the draft, and the reasons behind that decision, undoubtedly would have sent him plummeting down the board. But Boucher was the 25th ranked North American skater as ranked by Central Scouting. ; #302 Seattle Thunderbirds: Pass; #307 Edmonton Oil Kings: Pass. Arizona Coyotes: Manix Landry, C, Gatineau (QMJHL) ; #174 Kamloops Blazers: Tommy Lafreniere, F, Hornby Island, B.C. #45 Medicine Hat Tigers: Matt Paranych, D, Edmonton, Alta. 89. McTavish's stock shot up the draft board in the past few weeks, and you can see why: He has an NHL shot, plays strong and has drawn comparisons to Ryan O'Reilly. Name: Jakob Oreskovic Position: Forward Hometown: Langley, B.C. ; #104 Seattle Thunderbirds: Caleb Potter, D, Regina, Sask. -- Wyshynski, Team: Prince Albert (WHL) New York Rangers: Jaroslav Chmelar, RW, Jokerit Jr. (Finland Jr.) Priority Draft, Tigers sign Gavin McKenna, first overall selection in 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, RE/MAX Report with Taylor Green: Gavin McKenna, WHL Prospects Draft 1-on-1: Gavin McKenna, Americans sign second-overall selection Jackson Smith, Royals sign Cole Reschny to WHL Standard Player Agreement, Hitmen sign defenceman Reese Hamilton to WHL Standard Player Agreement, WHL Prospects Draft Highlight Reel: Chloe Primerano, WATCH: First-overall pick Fiddler signs with Oil Kings, WHL Clubs prepare for deep 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, Medicine Hat Tigers to select first overall in 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. ; #25 Moose Jaw Warriors: Max Finley, F, Kelowna, B.C. Name: Joby Baumuller Position: Forward Hometown: Wilcox, Sask. Los Angeles Kings: Kirill Kirsanov, D, St. Petersburg (Russia) We believe in fully disclosing the methods to which we collect and use your personal information. ; #162 Moose Jaw Warriors: Austin Wentz, F, Bonnyville, Alta; #163 Regina Pats: Owen Nelson, F, Prince Albert, Sask. Each season, WHL players also form the nucleus of Canadas National Junior Hockey Team. Today I update my 2022 NHL Entry Draft rankings at the midseason point. The WHL Draft order of selection is determined by where a WHL Club finishes in the WHL Regular Season standings. In the 2021 WHL Draft, 2006 born players will be eligible to be selected. 90. Team: Prairie Storm U15 Stats: 27 GP 47G-61A108 points, #16 Medicine Hat Tigers Seattle Kraken: Semyon Vyazovoi, G, UFA-2 (Russia Jr.) 41. 137. Instead the Sabres select a terrific offensive forward in Rosen. Ranking: NR | Nationality: CAN Calgary Flames: Lucas Ciona, LW, Seattle (WHL) There arent any holes in Cattons game and the offense almost always runs through him. Toronto Maple Leafs: Ty Voit, LW, Gatineau (QMJHL) He fancied Patrice Bergeron growing up, but Beniers may end up becoming the Kraken's own version of Jonathan Toews one day. 189. Calgary, Alta. 5) Swift Current Broncos Arguably the fastest skater in the Draft, Schmidt could become the second Prince George product to be selected in the first round of the WHL Prospects Draft in as many years, joining forward Miguel Marques, who went 10th overall to Lethbridge in 2021. Ranking: 13 | Nationality: SWE His off-the-puck play rarely screams urgency, but he is typically reliable and consistent in his positioning and support. ; #34 Brandon Wheat Kings: Easton Odut, F, Brandon, Man. He's a smooth-skating and puck-possessing player who can also run a power play. Montreal Canadiens: Oliver Kapanen, C, Kalpa Jr. (Finland Jr.), 65. Detroit Red Wings: Shai Buium, D, Sioux City (USHL) ; #121 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Shea Busch, F, North Vancouver, B.C. Get the lowdown on Gavin McKenna courtesy of the RE/MAX Report with WHL Manager of Hockey Operations Taylor Green. Manitoba Hockey has helped produce several names likey to be heard in the first round. Patrick Kane (F) NHL. Stats: 38 GP, 6 G, 28 A, How he fits: Obviously, the master plan is to collect two Hughes brothers in the hopes that they magnetically attract Quinn Hughes to join the Devils at some point. 60. Carolina Hurricanes: Aleksi Heimosalmi, D, Assat Jr. (Finland Jr.) ; #31 Regina Pats: Corban Almen, F, Saskatoon, Sask. Something he is working on adding to his game is adding a dimension to his offensive skillset, now that defenders expect and know him as the shooter, he is mixing in the ability to distribute a pass low to an open teammate for a high-quality chance. Carolina Hurricanes: Ville Koivunen, RW, Karpat Jr. (Finland Jr.) Cooper Zech (D) AHL. 10) Prince Albert Raiders The Avalanche have some absolute blue-chippers at center and on defense, but they could use some more high-end talent on the wings in the pipeline. Top 22 complete, now to move on to more reports and evaluations for the page as we continue to build our final lists. 2022: Round 4 88th Overall Ashton Brown: Round 5 92nd Overall Daniel Morozov: Round 5: 110th Overall Owen Brees: Round 6 132nd Overall Jace Egland: Round 7 154th Overall Christian Stephanson: Round 8 165th Overall New York Rangers: Talyn Boyko, G, Tri-City (WHL) Prince George selected five forwards, four defensemen and one goalkeeper with his 10 picks. WHL Network Medicine Hat Tigers to select first overall in 2022 WHL Prospects Draft 10 months ago Anaheim Ducks: Tyson Hinds, D, Rimouski (QMJHL) ; #72 Saskatoon Blades: Maxx Hamelin, F, Winnipeg, Man. Zuvor war Lazar bereits in den Organisationen der Ottawa Senators, Calgary Flames, Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins und Vancouver Canucks in der NHL . ; #187 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Roghan Walker, F, Beaverlodge, Alta. "This was a challenging scouting season with two Prospects Drafts and two U.S. Name: Braeden Cootes Position: Forward Hometown: Sherwood Park, Alta. Gavin McKenna, the first-overall pick in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the Medicine Hat Tigers. With added strength and some cleaning up of rather simple errors as he develops, he will turn heads.. ; #145 Prince George Cougars: Mitchell DeCoste, D, Airdrie, Alta. Having one of the defensemen still on the board join Dylan Samberg and Ville Heinola as the future of the Winnipeg defensive corps wouldn't have been a bad choice, either. 92. Certainly at the high level of the Draft, our first-round prospects, were looking at some really high-end guys, but theres certainly depth to be found throughout the Draft.. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 197 | Shot: L ; #183 Kelowna Rockets: Jake DeMone, D, Lethbridge, Alta.