redwingfan19

going to be some potential good players to be had in the second round

he's project to be a shutdown third liner at the very least, obviously the wings see top 6 potential in him

he is projected as a shutdown 3rd liner at the very least

http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tsr-2010-nhl-draft-final-rankings-top-26-50/ Date of Birth: December 7th, 1991 Height: 6.02 Weight: 202lbs. Shoots: L Season Statistics: Regular Season | 37GP 6G 11A 17P 22PIM - Playoffs | n/a TSR Midterm Rank: 22 | Position Rank: 22nd Forwards | League Rank: 2nd NCAA | Country Rank: 15th Canada The Notre Dame Fighting Irish had high hopes for the 2009-2010 season. However, a rash of injuries and inconsistent play led to disappointing results. One of the bright spots was the play and emergence of Riley Sheahan as not only a contributing player in his freshman season, but as a legitimate NHL prospect. Sheahan started the season as the one of the youngest players at the NCAA level. However, he soon showed up on scouts’ radars as a potential top 10 pick in this year’s draft. Sheahan has all the tools that can’t be taught. In addition to his 6’1 ½” 202 lb. frame, he displayed an uncanny ability to play defensive hockey that defies his age. Sheahan plays a very disciplined game and never allows himself to get trapped as a third forward in deep. In fact, Sheahan is regularly in position to be a third defenseman skating backwards through the neutral zone. Sheahan has a good stick in the defensive and neutral zones and automatically takes away passing lanes when his team loses possession. Sheahan also is good at recognizing when to force a puck carrier or buy time for his defense or backchecking forwards. Sheahan also has the awareness to cover for rushing defenseman. When you see Sheahan on the ice directing his teammates and barking out instructions, it’s hard to imagine him as a 17 year old freshman at the season’s start. Coach Jeff Jackson had no hesitation in having Sheahan handle the point on the power play and wasn’t afraid to leave him on the ice once the penalty was over. Offensively, Sheahan has a good skill set. He skates well, passes well and uses his body to protect the puck. He also has very quick hands and handles the puck well. However, Sheahan was only able to net 6 goals in 37 games and you would like to see more production out of a forward projected to go in the first round. It’s possible that he was simply adjusting to the rigors of NCAA hockey and contributed through his strong defensive play. He’ll need to focus on being more confident with the puck next year to keep his development on track. If so, he should have a very long, productive NHL career. If not, at the very least he should serve as a solid 3rd line shut-down center. Any scouting report on Sheahan would be remiss if it did not mention his alcohol related arrest this spring. Was this just another college kid who had a momentary lapse of good judgment or does this indicate some sort of character flaw? That will be up to each NHL team to decide. Pros : Great defensive player with excellent awareness and hockey sense. Cons: Lack of production to match skill set as season wore on. Skillset comparison: Jordan Staal

who called it!!!!!!

f*** bjugstad gone draft sheahan kenny!!!

bjugstad please!

hopefully someone drafts kabanov now

florida trades 15th to LA for 19th an 59th

i think i have to go with taylor too

taylor or tyler?

probably a first, second, tatar and a later round pick. Not worth it IMO wings should be going after that 15th from florida

judging by the comments at the bottom of the page it looks recent

TSR top 100 http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tsr-2010-nhl-draft-final-rankings-top-1-25/ premium scouting top 100 , this one is interesting, some guys are ranked pretty low, while other are quite high http://premiumscouting.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=2&Itemid=3

dregers twitter Add the Islanders pick, 5th overall to the growing list of tradeable draft picks.

Jared Knight would be a great player to get and there is a good chance he could be around with the second pick. I've seen him play alot and wings fans would love this kid. Snubs push Knight to get busy: http://www.lfpress.com/sports/knights/2010/06/24/14508191.html here is the two videos they talk about from the article: combine drills http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AM2ludeR0BM Goal scoring Highlights http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUyxPRa4Vt0&feature=related #42. Jared Knight | RW | London (OHL) Date of Birth: January 16th, 1992 Height: 5.11 Weight: 180lbs. Shoots: R Season Statistics: Regular Season | 63GP 36G 21A 57P 39PIM - Playoffs | 12GP 10G 7A 17P 12PIM TSR Midterm Rank: 46 | Position Rank: 32nd Forwards | League Rank: 11th OHL | Country Rank: 13th USA Goal scoring ability was a bit of a concern coming into the season, but Knight was able to alleviate those concerns rather quickly with a bigger role on the Knights. His skating still needs to improve given his size, but his willingness to compete and play the body are both definite assets to his game. Will be a very good value pick around this range. Knight had a very slow start to the year and had people wondering what was wrong with him but after being diagnosed with type I diabetes we found the answer. After being treated properly, Knight took off in the second half. There’s so much to love about Knight’s game, he has a great top speed with a good skating stride and he also is a tremendous worker who is relentless on the forecheck and makes defenders stay aware of their surroundings. Jared will also skate back hard into his own zone to support his teammates. His shot is well above-average and a reason why he can be a goal-scorer at the next level along with his willingness to go the net. His size is an issue; however he’s not a total shrimp at 5’11. His upside is good and he’s been underrated this draft season. A full healthy season in a more significant role may see Knight put up monster numbers.

im not going to start a new thread but atlanta is shopping the 8th, maybe kenny can fleece them. If there was a year to move up in the draft this is it. This day could be full of surprises for us wings fans. Or it could be a typical one lol

BREAKING NEWS: Post has learned NHLPA votes YES on 5-percent cap escalator and YES on extending CBA through 2011-12. not sure how credible larry brooks is but this is good news http://twitter.com/NYP_Brooksie "NHLPA votes to keep 5 per cent growth factor in the salary cap. Expect a cap of $58.5- to $59-million to be announced by Friday." updated

Well either way I'm definitely intrigued. Sounds like he plays with an edge and likes to take the body. Judging by his stats he seems to have some offensive potential too. I'm guessing he will be given every chance to make the team because I can't see him staying in GR too long. I guess that means the end of meech and lilja.

danny markov 2.0??? I'm sold

i hope we draft jarred knight in the second round

kypreos twitter: "Savard has no move clause till July 1. He's indicated to Bos he'd wave it for right deal for his family. After July, clause becomes limited"

like i said in the other thread, maybe the 21st and rittola could get it done, also would free up a roster spot.

dreggers twitter "15th overall is in play. Florida is willing to move the pick. Oilers among those interested." would florida take the 21st pick and say.... rittola??? move up 6 to jump into the top 15 spots and clear up a roster spot since ritolla is out of options.