amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 1, 2019 9 minutes ago, HoweFan said: It’s gonna go Hughes, Kakko, Byrum, Turcotte, Dach and then our choice. I’m taking Cozens over Podkolzin Would be thrilled to land Podkolzin. Wouldn't be mad about Cozens in that scenario either though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HoweFan 74 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 I wouldn’t mind Podkolzin either. I like what I’ve read about him. Sounds like he would be hard to play against. I believe Cozens is a RH centre and that’s what swayed me. In a perfect world I’d take Byrum if he was there 1 amato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 91 of Ryans 3,012 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 (edited) Athletic: Pronman on 3rd Overall Pick Corey makes his case for several players to go 3rd. Basically says what we're all known: after Kakk Hughes there are about 10 really good players who could go in any order and much debate from scouts and executives about rankings. His guys (he didn't rank, just listed in this order) Podkolzin Dach Cozens Byram Turcotte Zegras Boldy Krebs Broberg Newhook Caufield Part of me is delighted to think about the Hawks not getting rewarded too much for their lottery break if the prospect spread is as slim as many think . I'm also delighted to know we're going to get a good player at 6. Edited May 2, 2019 by The 91 of Ryans 1 Dabura reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 49 minutes ago, The 91 of Ryans said: Athletic: Custance on 3rd Overall Pick Corey makes his case for several players to go 3rd. Basically says what we're all known: after Kakk Hughes there are about 10 really good players who could go in any order and much debate from scouts and executives about rankings. His guys (he didn't rank, just listed in this order) Podkolzin Dach Cozens Byram Turcotte Zegras Boldy Krebs Broberg Newhook Caufield Part of me is delighted to think about the Hawks not getting rewarded too much for their lottery break if the prospect spread is as slim as many think . I'm also delighted to know we're going to get a good player at 6. Yeah everyone around lottery time was saying "I'd almost rather pick 2nd than 1st so I wouldn't have to choose between Hughes and Kakko". I'm starting to think 3rd is an even worse spot to be in in that regard, because after the top 2 it's a completely open playing field. I feel very comfortable at 6. A great player is going to fall to us regardless of what happens and it probably won't have to be a huge debate for us. 3 The 91 of Ryans, Wheelchairsuperhero and Dabura reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 49 minutes ago, ChristopherReevesLegs said: Yeah everyone around lottery time was saying "I'd almost rather pick 2nd than 1st so I wouldn't have to choose between Hughes and Kakko". I'm starting to think 3rd is an even worse spot to be in in that regard, because after the top 2 it's a completely open playing field. I feel very comfortable at 6. A great player is going to fall to us regardless of what happens and it probably won't have to be a huge debate for us. wings fan base: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! 3 ChristopherReevesLegs, Dabura and The 91 of Ryans reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krsmith17 7,191 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 19 minutes ago, amato said: wings fan base: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! Bowen Byram or bust... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 20 minutes ago, amato said: wings fan base: CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! Just now, krsmith17 said: Bowen Byram or bust... Like if Yzerman reaches down and nabs Kaliyev or Afanasyev do we freakout and break stuff? Or do we trust that Yzerman is midas? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 91 of Ryans 3,012 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 14 minutes ago, ChristopherReevesLegs said: Like if Yzerman reaches down and nabs Kaliyev or Afanasyev do we freakout and break stuff? Or do we trust that Yzerman is midas? I'd trust Yzerman. The same way I trusted Holland. It's always nice to remind yourself which one of these guys was, you know, an actual scout n' stuff 3 amato, Wheelchairsuperhero and ChristopherReevesLegs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krsmith17 7,191 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 18 minutes ago, ChristopherReevesLegs said: Like if Yzerman reaches down and nabs Kaliyev or Afanasyev do we freakout and break stuff? Or do we trust that Yzerman is midas? I think it's a natural reaction to be a little pissed with any big reaches, especially in the top 5-10 of the first round, but I think I'd have to give Yzerman the benefit of the doubt. Speaking of Kaliyev though, how is that guy projected to go in the middle to late 1st? He's one of the younger players in the draft class (doesn't turn 18 until 5 days after the draft) and put up 51 goals, 51 assists in 67 games in the OHL this season... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 91 of Ryans 3,012 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 (edited) The Athletic interviewed Stan Bowman about the draft. Comments ensued. Quote Brian M. While I am thrilled that the Hawks moved up to third, i also feel disappointed that they just missed the first pick. Jack Hughes could turn into one of the all-time greats, and we just missed having a chance to watch him for the next 15 years. Ben W. @Brian M. Man shut the f*** up. You've had Kane and Toews and 3 cups with the two of them and you moved up from 12 to 3. LOL. Edited May 2, 2019 by The 91 of Ryans 3 gcom007, ChristopherReevesLegs and amato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neomaxizoomdweebie 3,083 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 (edited) 3 hours ago, ChristopherReevesLegs said: I feel very comfortable at 6. A great player is going to fall to us regardless of what happens and it probably won't have to be a huge debate for us. Where did I hear this before? Edited May 2, 2019 by Neomaxizoomdweebie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringBack19 110 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 20 hours ago, amato said: Would be thrilled to land Podkolzin. Wouldn't be mad about Cozens in that scenario either though. Put Krebs, Boldy, Newhook and Zegras on that list. After the U18 Krebs is on the move up draft boards. His production in the WHL is really fantastic given the circumstances he was dealt. If the right trade down scenario presents itself I would be all for it seeing that there is a ton of talent between 3-10. 1 Dabura reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,205 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 51 minutes ago, BringBack19 said: Put Krebs, Boldy, Newhook and Zegras on that list. After the U18 Krebs is on the move up draft boards. His production in the WHL is really fantastic given the circumstances he was dealt. If the right trade down scenario presents itself I would be all for it seeing that there is a ton of talent between 3-10. I am all in on Krebs, but no one wants to hear it. Buncha Krebs-deniers up in here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krsmith17 7,191 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 2 minutes ago, Dabura said: I am all in on Krebs, but no one wants to hear it. Buncha Krebs-deniers up in here. I think Krebs is anywhere from 8-12 on my list. I know you're a lot higher on him than that. Where is he on your list? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringBack19 110 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 2 minutes ago, krsmith17 said: I think Krebs is anywhere from 8-12 on my list. I know you're a lot higher on him than that. Where is he on your list? I know you didn’t ask me, but he is #5 on my list. Hughes, Kakko, Byram, Turcotte, then Krebs. 1 Dabura reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 1 hour ago, BringBack19 said: Put Krebs, Boldy, Newhook and Zegras on that list. After the U18 Krebs is on the move up draft boards. His production in the WHL is really fantastic given the circumstances he was dealt. If the right trade down scenario presents itself I would be all for it seeing that there is a ton of talent between 3-10. Oh there's more I'd be thrilled with for sure. Lots of good talent in the first round this year. I'm still hoping for Byram over any of them but Podkolzin may be second. I've liked a lot of what I've seen out of Zegras among others as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krsmith17 7,191 Report post Posted May 2, 2019 51 minutes ago, BringBack19 said: I know you didn’t ask me, but he is #5 on my list. Hughes, Kakko, Byram, Turcotte, then Krebs. That's the order of my current top 4 as well. Cozens has fallen back a bit for me, but I'd still put him ahead of Krebs, as well as a couple other guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,205 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, krsmith17 said: I think Krebs is anywhere from 8-12 on my list. I know you're a lot higher on him than that. Where is he on your list? Currently, my top three (excluding Hughes and Kakko) = Byram, Turcotte, Krebs. Same as @BringBack19. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 40 minutes ago, Dabura said: Currently, my top three (excluding Hughes and Kakko) = Byram, Turcotte, Krebs. Same as @BringBack19. Lol Byram, Turcotte, Podkolzin or gtfo 1 Wheelchairsuperhero reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,205 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 Just now, ChristopherReevesLegs said: Lol Byram, Turcotte, Podkolzin or gtfo No. Podkolzin had a meh tournament so now he is lazy and he sucks. These are the rules. 1 amato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 9 minutes ago, Dabura said: No. Podkolzin had a meh tournament so now he is lazy and he sucks. These are the rules. Sure trust the math nerds and their tournament analytics. Podkolzin wrecks shops. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,205 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 7 minutes ago, ChristopherReevesLegs said: Sure trust the math nerds and their tournament analytics. Podkolzin wrecks shops. Real talk: The fact that "Could Podkolzin slide out of the top five?" is even a worthwhile discussion right now is pretty great. Wings picked a pretty good year to have s*** luck in the lotto draw. 1 Wheelchairsuperhero reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,205 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 (edited) Might try to do a proper list this weekend. It's been a while since I've sat down and had a hardcore big think about this stuff. Might also do a mock draft of the first round. Edited May 3, 2019 by Dabura Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,205 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 Here is some Zegras pr0n: 1 amato reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 91 of Ryans 3,012 Report post Posted May 3, 2019 Zadina - Zegras - Zetterberg Get er done Stevie!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites