Mighty Wings 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 whats a BPA? Gotta show your ignorance to become wise. Best player available, genius Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt 1,049 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Geez, Cross is still available, too. Central Scouting has him 12th in their final NA Skater ranking. (For comparison, Petrecki is 21st.) Cross is a 6'3" blueliner from Connecticut. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mighty Wings 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Petrecki scouting reports: The TSN Insider's Forecast: Scouts agree on so little in general, but this is pretty much unanimous: Nick Petrecki is the most physical defenceman available in the draft. If there were an award for best bodychecker and most aggressive play, Petrecki would likely win it. "He's mean, he hits to hurt and he has a bomb for a shot," said one scout. But some question his decision making with the puck and like Keaton Ellerby, it's possible he could slip a little on that basis. Either way, he should be a first-rounder and odds are he's taken between 10 and 20. Petrecki will attend Boston College in the fall. From NHL Central Scouting: A stay-at-home defenseman with excellent speed and lateral quickness. Has a strong physical presence on the ice with the ability to make the big hit. Is quick to the puck and makes hard and accurate passes Needs to improve the consistency of his decision-making and discipline. From ISS: Does everything hard - passes, shooting, finishing checks. Has good positioning vs the rush, does a nice job of taking away the middle of the ice. He shoots the puck like a pro via a bullet wrist shot and gets his shot through. He as well displays general nastiness that is indeed impressive and as a result it allows him to gain extra space. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 14. NICK PETRECKI image Pos: Defence Shoots: L Height: 6'3" Weight: 213 lbs. Born: 7/11/1989 From: Schenectady, NY Team: Omaha (USHL) RANKINGS TSN: 14 CSB: 21 NA ISS: 14 RLR: 16 McK: 17 THN: 15 The TSN Insider's Forecast: Scouts agree on so little in general, but this is pretty much unanimous: Nick Petrecki is the most physical defenceman available in the draft. If there were an award for best bodychecker and most aggressive play, Petrecki would likely win it. "He's mean, he hits to hurt and he has a bomb for a shot," said one scout. But some question his decision making with the puck and like Keaton Ellerby, it's possible he could slip a little on that basis. Either way, he should be a first-rounder and odds are he's taken between 10 and 20. Petrecki will attend Boston College in the fall. From NHL Central Scouting: A stay-at-home defenseman with excellent speed and lateral quickness. Has a strong physical presence on the ice with the ability to make the big hit. Is quick to the puck and makes hard and accurate passes Needs to improve the consistency of his decision-making and discipline. From ISS: Does everything hard - passes, shooting, finishing checks. Has good positioning vs the rush, does a nice job of taking away the middle of the ice. He shoots the puck like a pro via a bullet wrist shot and gets his shot through. He as well displays general nastiness that is indeed impressive and as a result it allows him to gain extra space. Year Team GP G A Pts Pim 2006-2007 Ohama (USHL) 54 11 14 25 177 2007 Playoffs Ohama (USHL) 5 0 0 0 10 Oh boy! Make it happen Kenny! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 794 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 (edited) HERE WE GO!!!!! BOO~?~?~?~?~ STUPID OHIO smith!?!?1 Edited June 23, 2007 by hillbillywingsfan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckhog419 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 here we go...stevie! why are they booing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Wings are up! ARE THEY BOOING STEVE YZERMAN?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Steevieee Y!! Brendan Smith? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oilandwingsfan 3 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 ok they better not have been booing Stevie Y! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Woah, that's a surprise. Welcome to the Wings Brendan! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckhog419 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 scotty is there too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 (edited) I am not satisfied. I wanted Petrecki. lol Awww look at Stevie, Scotty, Kenny, and Babs! Edited June 23, 2007 by HockeyCrazy3033 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest jaytan Report post Posted June 23, 2007 My timing was perfect. I turn the TV on and Stevie Y's announcing our pick. I'm excited to see how he turns out! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mighty Wings 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 (edited) WTF??? Brendan Smith. I'm sorry Kenny you blew it....again BRENDAN SMITH St. Michael’s • OPJHL 6'1.25", 170 lbs. Defense, shoots left Born: February 8, 1989 in Toronto, Ontario Final Ranking: 68 • Mid-Term Ranking: 157 • North American Skater Central Scouting Report: A skilled defenseman with good puck skills... has good mobility and a good skating stride... able to join the rush well and is creative with the puck… needs to make better decisions with the puck and move it quicker... needs to improve the consistency of his physical play. Edited June 23, 2007 by Mighty Wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kass 7 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Columbus is sick of us kicking their ass eight times every year. Also, what? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
i_like_cheese_2001 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 And that booing is the reason that Columbus will never be considered a hockey city... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Booing Stevie Y is as bad as cheering for Adolf Hitler. What the f*** was that? Regardless, with Pierre's description him, seems pretty appealing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Good Pick , Brenden Smith's favorite player in Shanny , That has a to be a good thing. Plus hes big and canadian , what more could you want ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrossoverThrash 0 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Ill be watching this guy this fall here in WI Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crashnburnluder 385 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 hey... when is detroits next pick??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 They're saying he's a GREAT skater. Him and Kindl could be a good partnership in 3-4 years time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tony 3 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 woooo somthings not right hes canadian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest jaytan Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Ill be watching this guy this fall here in WI Boo Badgers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank Dats 'N Homer 81 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 Whens our next pick? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted June 23, 2007 WTF??? Brendan Smith. I'm sorry Kenny you blew it....again BRENDAN SMITH St. Michael’s • OPJHL 6'1.25", 170 lbs. Defense, shoots left Born: February 8, 1989 in Toronto, Ontario Final Ranking: 68 • Mid-Term Ranking: 157 • North American Skater Central Scouting Report: A skilled defenseman with good puck skills... has good mobility and a good skating stride... able to join the rush well and is creative with the puck… needs to make better decisions with the puck and move it quicker... needs to improve the consistency of his physical play. Hmmmm sounds as though he's abother Kindl with less upside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
