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#7
Jakob Chychrun
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 1998-03-31 in Boca Raton, Florida, USA
Nation: Canada
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 205 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #5
Drafted: Round 1, #7 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
An unyielding two-way defenseman, Jakob Chychrun is a rising star with a toolbox bursting at the seams. Consistently displays elite four-way skating ability and is not afraid to throw his weight around physically. Plays with poise and composure through high pressure situations and, with the puck on his stick, can direct the play up-ice. Exhibits a particularly potent shot that works its magic on the power play and on the forecheck. Excellent first pass and uses his vision and awareness to keep the puck moving in the direction of the opposition's tail or to a teammate with more time and space. Chychrun is also already developping a strong defensive game, playing shutdown defensive hockey and getting big minutes against top lines even as a 16-year-old last year. That has continued this year and he has been one of the best defensive defenders in the OHL. Defensively adept at tracking the puck and staying a step ahead of the opposition. Proactive with his stick and body, exerting pressure on the opposition and forcing them to make hurried decisions. Chychrun is also displaying leadership skills both on and off the ice. All-in-all, a well-rounded, minute munching, two-way defender who competes with pro-level drive and makes his authoritative presence felt at both ends of the ice who has a potential to be a franchise defender. (Ryan Jankowski)

Type of player: Elite all-round defenseman with a big point shot and leadership skills
Line-up projection: Top defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 78/81
Team comparable: None



#37
Trent Frederic
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Position: Center/Left wing
Born: 1998-02-11 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Nation: USA
Height: 6'2"
Height: 203 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #7
Drafted: Round 2, #37 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Trent Frederic shows good size, and plays a power forward style of game. He loves to get in on the fore check, pressuring defencemen, and throwing hits in the offensive zone. He creates turnovers, and generates offence by winning battles along the boards or working to establish space in front of the net. He protects the puck well down low, and is able to prolong possession and generate plays. Frederic has the ability to score goals, with a strong wrist shotand good release. He is also able to score in close, taking the puck to the net when he gets the opportunity, or throw fast hands that get rebounds and deflections. In terms of stick handling Frederic protects the puck well, but he is not one to make a lot of fancy one on one moves. His passing game also relies on making the simple play and does not typically look for the overly fancy or creative play. For a young player, Frederic is already developing a strong defensive game. He is tenacious on the back check and willing to use to use his size and grittiness in all three zones. Frederic is a smart player who contains well against the cycle game and provides good back pressure. He is good in the face-off circle, and does a good job cutting down passing and shooting lanes on the penalty kill. It is unclear if Frederic has the agility, creativity and vision to play centre at the next level. A move to left wing may be in his future, as he does a good job of playing a simple straight ahead game, and has the offensive ability to score goals. The question will be if his offence develops enough in the next few years to see him as a second line or third line player. Also, his skating might not be good enough for a top-six or even a top-nine role in the NHL level. In summary, Trent Frederic brings lot of positives on the table, and can be an effective forward in the NHL one day, if used properly. (Brian Skrudland)

Type of player: Bottom-six power-forward
Line up projection: Bottom-six winger
Offense/defense cellings: 70/76
Team comparable: Harder-hitting Mark Jankowski with slower stride and inferior playmaking ability




#49
Otto Koivula
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Position: Left wing/Right wing
Born: 1998-09-01 in Nokia, Pirkanamaa Region, FINLAND
Nation: Finland
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 220 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #12
Drafted: round 2, #49 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Koivula is a very big forward at 6’4, 220 lbs with very interesting tools who knows how to use his body. He handles the puck well – able to make crisp passes showing great on-ice vision. Koivula’s hockey IQ is high and he sees the ice well. He makes consistently good decisions on whether to shoot, pass or drive to the net Likes to attack to the net, plays pretty physically, reliable defensively. A good finisher who posted 58 points in the U20 league. A major knock at this point is his skating and speed which need plenty of work, but has a nice upside, good offensive ability, especially having in mind his vicious shot. Is also sound defensively and can be used on the penalty kill. Not a perfect player, by any means, but still, an interesting package of size, offensive ability and excellent checking ability. Can be inconsistent at times, though, and his game-to-game concentration needs to improve. (Ulf Dahlén)

Type of player: Top-nine two-way winger
Line up projection: Top-nine forward
Offense/defense cellings: 73/78
Team comparable: Nikita Scherbak with slower stride and inferior playmaking ability
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Yegor Babenko
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 1997-02-05 in Tyumen, Tyumen Oblast, RUSSIA
Nation: Russia
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 157 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #22
Drafted: Round 4, #94 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
A top scoring WHL rookie, Yegor Babenko is an offensively-skilled winger, whose best asset is his playmaking and hockey sense. Sees the ice extremely well, as he has the ability to deliver crisp-passes, as well as saucer passes and can set the teammates on one-timers, and even in a hurry and a blur of the play. Makes the players around him better everytime he's on the ice. Yegor is a good skater, with strong stride and good accelaration, reaching respectable overall speed. Owns a vicious shot and can stickhandle through the opposition and dekes extremely well. However, he's more of a playmaker. On the other hand, his defensive play isn't as impressive, since he lacks the defensive demeanor and effort to back-check on consistent level. May be hindered by his size (5,9). Can't hit very hard, as he's small and fairly lightweight and it's not his style of play, but owns all right strength and is often found in good position. Yegor Babenko can be an effective player in the NHL one day, of course, if used properly and effectively given his pros and cons. May be a good option for the passing plays style of play, especially with skilled sniper finishing the plays next to him. (Brian Skrudland)

Type of player: One-dimensional but skilled winger
Line-up projection: Offensive line winger
Offense/defense cellings: 84/61
Team comparable: Matthew Beattie with quicker feet but inferior defensive play




#111
Jonathan Dahlén
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Position: Center/Left wing
Born: 1997-12-20 in Östersund, Jämtland County, SWEDEN
Nation: Sweden
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 176 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #54
Drafted: Round 4, #111 overall by Ottawa Senators, then dealt to Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Jonathan’s father, Ulf, was an industrial, intelligent forward who played nearly one thousand NHL games, who just happened to resemble MacGyver in appearance. This Dahlen resembles MacGyver on the ice. He can create offense, often out of nothing. He’s a consistent, creative forward with a dangerous arsenal of shots at his disposal. He especially possesses a heavy snapshot. Jonathan also is adept at knowing where to be on the ice, at the right time. Good work ethic and a capable two-way player. Howerver, he may be losing battles in the corner and in front of the net, due to his smallish stature. (Ulf Dahlén)

Type of player: Hard-working forward with nice upside
Line-up projection: Fourth line forward
Offense/defense cellings: 76/66
Team comparable: Ulf Dahlén back in late 90's




#138
Yushiroh Hirano
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Position: Right wing/Left wing
Born: 1995-08-18 in Tomakomai, Hokkaido Prefecture, JAPAN
Nation: Japan
Height: 6'1"
Height: 198 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #12
Drafted: Round 5, #138 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Yushiroh Hirano who comes as shock to the hockey world is a Japanese winger who managed to get to play for Youngstown Phantoms last season, in the state of Ohio, in the United States Hockey League. Yushiro Hirano is a 6'1 tall, 198 lbs heavy, stocky winger who can shoot the puck well, hard and accurate. Is also showing willingness to do the dirty work, battle in the corners and back-check and lock the opposing wingers with his good checking and positional play. Is a fine skater with excellent strength in his feet and arms. However, can't hit very hard, but on the other hand, Yushiro is doing extremely good job at staying out of the penalty-box. Does everything what he can to help his team and to not be a liability. Too bad, that his playmaking skill doesn't match his shooting skill. He can be signed to ELC and sent to AHL right away, as he's already 20 years old. (Ryan Jankowski)

Type of player: Depth forward
Line up projection: Career AHLer
Offense/defense cellings: 61/67
Team comparable: Lower-quality version of Brandon Pirri




#140
Jacob Neveu
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 1998-01-12 in Sherbrooke, Qúebec Province, CANADA
Nation: CANADA
Height: 6'2"
Height: 205 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #23
Drafted: Round 5, #140 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Jacob Neveu is a physical defender who was part of the best team in the QMJHL this past season. Neveu was matched up against other team’s top lines, and on key defensive zone draws. He has strong positioning, and a good active stick that takes away passing and shooting lanes. Also, is an excellent body-checker. Neveu uses strong skating, and good agility to keep himself between attackers and the front of the Huskies net. Playing with great discipline, and it seems as if he's always doing good decisions both with or off the puck. Jacob owns top-notch vision, great first-passes, as he can deliver a huge variety of short or long passes, crisp-passes and saucer-passes. Sees the ice extremely well. On the other hand, can't shoot very well, as his shots are rather weak and inaccurate. His skating is only average. Can be a solid third-pairing option, in the NHL one day, though. (Shane Churla)

Type of player: Physical defenseman
Line up projection: Bottom-pairing defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 60/76
Team comparable: Jordan Schmaltz with quicker feet but inferior hitting
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Alexander Yakovenko
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 1998-02-22 in Karaganda, Karaghandy Region, KAZAKHSTAN
Nation: Russia
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 157 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #9
Drafted: Round 5, #145 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Alexander Yakovenko's is an offensive defenseman whose play is all about offense. Alexander is a great skater with speed to burn. Has a hard and accurate shot from the blue-line and also a laser of a wrist shot which may end up in behind the opposing goalie before he even gets notice of it. Is also a skilled playmaker and thus, tremendous option for the power-plays. Is great at setting up his teammates or finishing the plays himself. Also, consitently shows fancy stickhandling moves, both in offensive zone and in the defenzive zone, avoiding forechecks. Alexander is showing good discipline on the ice. However, his defensive play is his biggest setback, as it's alomost non-existent. He also needs to work on his consistency. Time will tell if he'll manage to translate his offensive skills enough in order to land him a spot in the NHL line-up one day. (Ulf Dahlén)

Type of player: One-dimensional puck-moving offensive defenseman
Line-up projection: Offensive line defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 81/53
Team comparable: None




#173
Nikita Zhuldikov
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 1996-08-16 in Nizhny Tagil, Sverdlovsk Oblast, RUSSIA
Nation: Russia
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 209 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #29
Drafted: Round 6, #173 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Just like previously mentioned Yakovenko, Nikita Zhuldikov is also a product of the Traktor Chelyabinsk youth program. Nikita Zhuldikov is a big and tough defenseman who is gritty and competitive, a physical presence on the blue line and rarely makes a mistake. Is very reliable player who tries to stay more or less „invisible“, doing great job at limiting his weaknesses to translate into the game itself. Has a hard-shot from the blue-line, but he's not so good as setting up his teammates, so he is more prone to stay at shooting the puck - rather than making adventurous passes -, which may be deflected by the course of its light,as he somewhat has a knack for those kind of shots. His checking is little below-average but his positional play is pretty solid. Is a solid hitter, but doesn't take advantage of his side as much as he probably should. His rather weaker body strength may very well be the reason why. His game-to-game consistency is rather below-average too. Overall, Zhuldikov is a physical defenseman with little upside, who's always looking to make simple plays and will need to work hard in order to become a third-pairing defenseman in the NHL in the future. Might be worth the mention, that he'll be 20 years old in August and thus, can be signed to ELC and play in the AHL right away. (Ulf Dahlén)

Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Depth defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 60/72
Team comparable: Anton Babchuk in his best years




#203
Alan Lyszcarczyk
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Position: Center/Left wing
Born: 1998-02-17 in Wallington, New Jersey, USA
Nation: Poland
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 183 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #11
Drafted: Round 7, #203 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
After Hirano from Japan, Alan Lyszczarczyk is yet another exotic import product – namely from Poland. Although, unfortunately, he doesn't own the skillset of the former, once NHL player, Mariusz Czerkawkski. Even though, Alan Lysczczarczyk owns nice checking ability and good positional play and is pretty good at face off cirlcle - what makes him a solid penalty-kill option - his low playmaking ability and physical play are however, things, that are definitely holding him back from having NHL potential. Skating and physical strength needs work too. In the worst case, he can help to defend on shorthanded situations in the AHL. (Jeff Beukeboom)

Type of player: Checking forward
Line-up projection: Career AHLer
Offense/defense cellings: 60/67
Team comparable: Vincent Hinostroza with lower offense celling
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Ryan Poehling
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Position: Centreman / Left winger
Born: 1999-01-33 in Lakeville, MN, USA
Nation: USA
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 185 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #24
Drafted: Round 1, #21 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Ryan Poehling is hard-working, responsible two-way power forward with an offensive touch, projected as an eventual top-six or top-nine center in the worst case. Poehling is expected to mature into a two-way forward, already skilled at using his size to battle for pucks in corners and creases. A smart player, gifted at finding space in the opponents’ zone and anticipating plays in his own, Poehling is a strong skater who is hard to knock off the puck, and competes and communicates effectively on the ice. An underage freshman in his first year in the NCAA, Poehling overcame a rough start to impress during the second half of the season, ending the season with 13 points in 35 games. Poehling has a strong wrist shot, but needs to be encouraged to use it more, usually preferring to pass to an open teammate and use his hockey smarts to find open space for a deflection or tip in. If he can develop his game to be more of an offensive threat himself in more creative ways, rather than relying on his linemates to finish scoring opportunities, Poehling can develop into a player capable of filling center positions vacated by players aging out of the league over the next few years. (Brian Skrudland)

Type of player: Two-way centreman
Line-up projection: Top-six / top-nine centreman
Offense/defense celling: 73/79
Team comparable: Oscar Klefbom



#108
Tobias Geisser
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 1999-02-13 in Sarnen, SWITZERLAND
Nation: SUI
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 201 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #20
Drafted: Round 4, #108 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
Size is something that cannot be taught. For a player like Tobias Geisser who stands at 6 foot 4, that’s a very good thing heading into the 2017 NHL Entry Draft. A big mobile defender with good stick-handling ability and a high hockey-IQ, Geisser can bring a lot to an NHL club one day if he can continue to hone in on his craft. Though big defenders are often seen as physical threats in the NHL, Geisser is more reluctant to use his size than teams might like when ranking their own personal draft board. While he has a big frame, he weighs under 200 pounds. If he’s going to ever make the transition to the NHL, it would benefit him to gain some mass to become an even sturdier blueliner at the next level.While playing in Switzerland for the 2016-17 season, Geisser split time between the Swiss-A and Swiss-B leagues. With Zug EV of the Swiss-A league, Geisser posted one assist in 14 games while recording zero penalty minutes. He played in 34 games with Zug EV Academy of the Swiss-B league, scoring three goals and 10 points with 14 penalty minutes. Though the numbers don’t jump off the page, his impressive size and above-average speed make him a valuable asset to his team as he is a key part of the transition game with his Swiss hockey club. With a booming slap shot, Geisser could also help man the point on a team’s power play – whether he scores or simply gets the puck on net, he’ll be doing his job. (Evgeny Erfilov)

Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Depth defenseman
Offense/defense celling: 63/75
Team comparable: Poor man's Gustav Forsling




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Lane Zablocki
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Position: Centreman / Right winger
Born: 1998-12-27 in Wetaskiwin, AB, CANADA
Nation: CAN
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 185 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #39
Drafted: Round 5, #130 overall by Dallas Stars
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Scouting report:
After completing his second season in the WHL, Zablocki ended up at 52nd on NHL Central Scouting's final list for North American skaters. In his first season in the WHL in the 2015-2016 season Zablocki tallied 37 points in 72 games. In January of this year he was traded from the Regina Pats to the Red Deer Rebels where he continued to develop his offensive game finishing the season with 54 points in 64 games. His eight points and six goals in six playoff games this season showed his ability to step up when his team needed him most. Zablocki is a versatile forward with the ability to play in different roles and on different lines. He contributes not only on the PP but also on the PK. He isn't overly flashy but he plays a tenacious style and isn't afraid to go to the dirty areas. Overall, he is a jack of all trades type player that isn't great at any one particular area. Zablocki will most likely return to Red Deer for this season and then will need a couple seasons in the AHL to develop before being considered for an NHL spot. (Rob DiMaio)

Type of player: Versatile forward
Line-up projection: Energy-line centreman
Offense/defense celling: 65/72
Team comparable: Poor man's Oscar Klefbom with superior face-off skills
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Philip Broberg
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 2001-06-25 in Örebro, SWEDEN
Nation: Sweden
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 198 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #7
Drafted: Round 1, #6 overall by Dallas Stars

Scouting report:
Broberg is an outstanding skater and this defines his game. He has excellent speed, moving effectively in both directions. His first step quickness and acceleration are also top-notch as he reaches that top-end speed in just a few strides. His agility and pivots are also very good but could still use some work to reach the same level as his speed and acceleration. The strong-skating allows Broberg to play an effective two-way game. Broberg’s long stride generates a lot of power and he is able to fight through checks. His excellent balance and solid base allow him to win battles against his opponents. Broberg handles the puck well. Combined with his skating, he can take the puck out of danger and move it up the ice. He also has the ability to carry the puck through the neutral zone and create offence on the rush. Broberg also has good vision and passing skills. He starts the transition game by head-manning the puck and can play the point on the power play. Broberg moves well laterally and uses his ability to walk the line and change angles to create passing lanes. He is a creative player who can thread the needle with a tape-to-tape pass to set up a teammate.
Broberg’s slap shot is hard but could use some improvement on accuracy and on his ability to get it through shooting lanes. Broberg also has a good wrist shot and snapshot as well as a quick release which he takes advantage of by sliding down from the blue line to get closer to the net.
Broberg uses his skating to play an effective defensive game. However, he combines that skating with high hockey IQ and it makes him even better. He reads and anticipates the play extremely well, cutting off passes before they happen and transitioning to offense. Broberg is a huge hitter, as he uses his size to battle along the boards and help clear the front of the net. He is not afraid to block shots or take a hit to make a play and clear the zone. He could grow to become a top-pairing player at the NHL level, with the ability to play big minutes and on both the power play and penalty killing unit.

Type of player: Elite all-round defenseman with a big point shot and leadership skills
Line-up projection: Top-pair defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 73/84
Team comparable: Jakob Chychrun meets superior version of Mirco Mueller
Ideal mentors: Jakob Chychrun, Derian Hatcher, Richard Matvichuk, Sergei Zubov

#16
Arthur Kaliyev
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Position: Right Wing / Left Wing
Born: 2001-06-26 in Tashkent, UZBEKISTAN
Nation: USA
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 190 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #34
Drafted: Round 1, #16 overall by Dallas Stars

Scouting report:
Arthur Kaliyev is a pure sniper. He has a tremendous wrist shot. He picks corners with ease, and his quick release often fools goaltenders. He also has a very good snapshot and an excellent slap shot. Kaliyev can also score with an effective backhand. He is solid on his skates and not afraid to get to the dirty areas of the ice. He establishes a position in front of the net and is tough to move out. Once there Kaliyev uses a quick stick and good hand-eye coordination to pounce on rebounds, tip in pucks, or quickly one-time a pass into the back of the net. Without the puck, he has a real knack for finding soft spots in the defence and getting open to receive a pass from a teammate. Kaliyev is also a skilled stick handler who can beat defenders in one-on-one situations. One area he has improved this season is his playmaking ability. He has shown patience with the puck to make plays and set up teammates. Kaliyev extends plays on the cycle and allows his linemates the time to get open. Kaliyev is willing to take risks to make a creative play, either to get his own shot off or to set up a teammate. He runs the Hamilton power play off the half boards. Kaliyev has immense skill. His ability to score goals is amongst the best in this class. He also has high-end hockey sense, and his playmaking abilities are starting to rival his goal-scoring skills. However, development will need to be a priority here. In terms of playing style, he is comparable to Alex Kovalev, however, this is a style comparison only and not one based on skill or ability. Also, he needs to work on his game-to-game consistency.

Type of player: Elite sniping power forward
Line-up projection: Top line winger
Offense/defense cellings: 85/70
Team comparable: Joel Armia with better shot and offensive abilities but lesser consistency level
Ideal mentors: Joel Armia, Andre Burakowsky, Brett Hull, Mike Modano, Brian Bellows

#35
Daniil Misyul
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 2000-10-20 in Minsk, BELARUS
Nation: RUSSIA
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 176 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #93
Drafted: Round 2, #35 overall by Dallas Stars

Scouting report:
Misyul is an excellent skater. His stride is smooth and looks effortless. It allows him to develop very good speed in both directions and to cover a lot of ice. He also skates backwards very well. Misyul shows a strong first step and excellent acceleration. When you add in very good edgework and crisp pivots, Misyul is able to transition quickly from offence to defence and vice-versa. Misyul can stand to add more muscle to his frame going forward. Misyul is very good at moving the puck up the ice. His stickhandling is strong. When paired with his excellent skating ability, Misyul is able to retrieve pucks in his own end, avoid forecheckers and move the puck up the ice. He can generate speed through the neutral zone and creates effective zone entries at the opponent’s blueline. Misyul loves to join the rush and can play as a trailer where he lets off a wrist shot with a quick release. He also likes to pinch in from the line and create chances closer to the net.
Misyul is not the most creative passer. He does not take a lot chances, instead choosing to keep the puck moving to his talented teammates and putting on pressure in the offensive zone with pinches. When he gets the puck, Misyul moves it quickly, headmanning it up the ice with a short pass to an opposing forward.
Misyul has been a regular penalty killer for Loko Yaroslavl. He is willing to put his body on the line, getting in the way to block shots. He also uses his long stick to force opposing attackers to the boards, and away from high danger areas. His stick is also good at intercepting passes and starting the transition game. Misyul could use a bit more work though on defending one-on-one against the rush. Particularly quick and agile forwards get in on him quickly and he can have trouble adapting. Misyul has the skating and size to play big minutes in the NHL. He has shown great improvement despite facing some injury issues. However, there is still room to grow, especially with containing forwards on the rush.


Type of player: Defensive defenseman with some puck-moving ability
Line-up projection: Top-four to top-six defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 63/80
Team comparable: More abbrasive version of Olli Maatta with lesser consistency and positioning
Ideal mentors: Olli Maatta, Mirco Mueller, Derian Hatcher, Richard Matvichuk

#75
Henry Thrun
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 2001-03-12 in Southborough, MASSACHUSETS, USA
Nation: USA
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 190 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #33
Drafted: Round 3, #75 overall by Dallas Stars

Scouting report:
Thrun is a solid skater. He has good speed in both directions and reaches that speed quickly with very good acceleration. He also has excellent agility and edgework. His strong lateral movement is very useful in both ends of the ice. Thrun also has crisp pivots which allow him to switch from offence to defence quickly and vice-versa. His balance is decent and he is strong on his skates but could be even stronger. He succeeds against fellow teens but will need to get stronger before going to the NCAA. Thrun combines his skating ability with good puck handling skills. He can skate past forecheckers and get the puck out of dangerous spots in his own end. He also has the ability to lead the rush through the neutral zone. Thrun generates clean zone entries and can get the team set up on the power play. He is also an effective passer, making a good first pass out of the zone as well as being able to set up scoring chances from the blue line. His poise with the puck is combined with his lateral agility in order to allow Thrun to open up passing and shooting lanes.
Thrun can score from the blue line with a good slap shot and one-timer. He also has a good wrist shot with a quick release. Thrun sneaks down from the blue line and lets that shot off at the top of the faceoff circles. He is also willing to join the rush as a trailer and can use that wrist shot in this situation. While he isn’t the type to make really flashy offensive plays, Thrun has skill and gets the job done in the offensive end of the ice. Thrun has good size at six-foot-two. He is strong on the boards and in battling in front of the net. Added upper-body strength will be needed as he moves to the next level but he has done well against his age group. Thrun also uses his body to block shots and his long stock to cut down passing lanes. He could use some work on his positioning though, as he doesn’t always keep himself on the right side of his man without the puck. In one-on-one situations, Thrun uses his agility to keep himself in front of attackers and keep good gap control. He forces his man to the outside and into bad shooting positions. Thrun could become an effective puck-moving defenceman with the ability to play top-four minutes if he develops properly. He will need to continue to work on his defensive game, with his play away from the puck needing some work as well as continue to add muscle to his frame.


Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Top-four to top-six defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 67/81
Team comparable: Olli Maatta with lesser consistency
Ideal mentors: Mirco Mueller, Olli Maatta, Richard Matvichuk, Frantisek Musil




#105
Alex Vlasic
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 2001-06-05 in Wilmette, ILLINOIS, USA
Nation: USA
Height: 6'6"
Weight: 198 lbs
Shoots: Left
Jersey: #77
Drafted: Round 4, #105 overall by Dallas Stars

Scouting report:
Like many bigger defencemen, Vlasic’s skating has been a concern. However, he has started to improve that area of his game and it has helped him at both ends of the rink. He has decent speed and acceleration but will obviously never be confused for a speedster. Vlasic uses his big body to his advantage, especially in his own end. The towering defender already uses his size effectively to clear the front of the net and win battles on the boards. He can also lay a devastating hit if a forward comes down his side of the ice with their head down. However, he is disciplined enough not to get himself out of position looking for that huge hit. His long stick helps him to take the puck off of opponents and cut down passing lanes. However, he could be even better if he can add muscle to his frame and become even more powerful in these areas. Vlasic is better known for his defensive game than his offence but there are still some skills here. His slap shot and one-timer are decent but could use a bit more power. This may come as he adds more upper body strength. He has a good wrist shot and is effective at sneaking down from the point to get it off especially on the power play. Vlasic has shown some ability to walk the line in order to open up passing lanes for that shot. His best offensive skills are seen in the transition game. Vlasic makes a strong first pass out of the zone. He also has the ability to make the long breakaway pass to a streaking winger. Vlasic is not the type of player to lead the rush or take the puck end-to-end. However, he does have good puckhandling skills and can make a move to get the puck out of danger in his end and create space to start that transition. It often takes big defenders a little longer to develop, and Vlasic is likely to follow that trend. He is a bit of a project at this point.

Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Top-six defenseman or AHL calibre
Offense/defense cellings 61-69/67-77
Team comparable: More consistent version of Tory Dello if developed properly
Ideal mentors: Jakob Chychrun, Brent Seabrook, Erik Cernak, Derian Hatcher, Richard Matvichuk


#134
Hunter Skinner
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Position: Defenseman
Born: 2001-06-05 in Pinckney, MICHIGAN, USA
Nation: USA
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 174 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #53
Drafted: Round 5, #134 overall by Dallas Stars

Scouting report:
Skinner is your typical old school shut-down stay-at-home defenseman who can crush some bodies and throw hip-checks to stop the opposition. His skating is below average as well as his positional play. His offensive skills are very limited but gets the job done. Not a lot of hidden talents in him but with Hunter Skinner you know what you get and you know what you don't. His play and his overall skillset resembles somewhat of lesser version of Brooks Orpik or Keaton Ellerby.

Type of player: Stay-at-home defenseman
Line-up projection: 7th depth defenseman
Offense/defense cellings 35/81
Team comparable: Jonas Siegenthaler with limited offensive skills and puck-moving ability
Ideal mentors: Brent Seabrook, Jonas Siegenthaler, Derian Hatcher, Richard Matvichuk

DALLAS STARS NHL ENTRY DRAFT 2019 PICKS:
#7 - Philip Broberg (D)
#16 - Arthur Kaliyev (RW/LW)
#35 - Daniil Misyul (D)
#75 - Henry Thrun (D)
#105 - Alex Vlasic (D)
#138 - Hunter Skinner (D)
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Re: Dallas Stars Draft 2016 Review

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2020 EHEC ENTRY DRAFT REVIEW

#17 Braden Schneider (D) - (61/87)
#67 Alex Cotton (D) - (67/81)
#71 Maksim Berezkin (LW/RW) - (74/75)


#17
Braden Schneider

Current team: Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL)
Position: Defenseman
Born: 2001-09- 20 in Prince Albert, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA
Nation: CANADA
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 210 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #22
Drafted: Round 1, #17 overall by Dallas Stars

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Scouting report:
Braden Schneider is a big-bodied defenseman with the Brandon Wheat Kings of the WHL. Born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan on September 20, 2001, Schneider is one of the oldest players to be first-year draft eligible in 2020. He has size to go along with that age and is listed at 6’-2” and 209 pounds, making him a prototype for a physical defender, and, by all accounts, he’s not shy about using it. Schneider is somewhat unique as a draft pick in that he has played three full seasons in junior already. His numbers in those three seasons do not jump off the page from an offensive perspective, though he was able to make a bit of a leap in his third season this year, putting up 42 points in 60 games for Brandon. He was also a part of Canada’s U18 team in 2019, where he put up three points (2g, 1a) in seven games for team Canada. The book on Schneider is that he has potential to be a strong two-way defender, though his current hallmark, or at least the more consistently impressive part of his game, is his defense. He is big and physical, and his positioning and transition defense are reportedly top-of-the line, with his gap control touted highly and his defensive ability using both his stick and his body being well-regarded. While he has two-way potential, though, his game on offense represents a question mark for now. He took a significant step forward this season in production, though his numbers are still only okay for a top level NHL prospect on offense.


Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Top-four to top-six defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 61/87
Team comparable: Jonas Siegenthaler will lesser puck-moving ability but better defensive awareness
Ideal mentors: Mirco Mueller, Jakob Chychrun, Derian Hatcher



#67
Alex Cotton

Current team: Lehtbridge Hurricanes (WHL)
Position: Defenseman
Born: 2001- 05- 12 in Langley, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
Nation: CANADA
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 185 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #28
Drafted: Round 3, #67 overall by Dallas Stars

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Scouting report:
Second year eligible late bloomer who has grown his game in the last year by leaps and bounds, and has to be considered as one of the top 12-14 defenseman in this class at this time. Displays strong puck skills that will allow him run him to QB his future team’s power play. Confidently skates through traffic with excellent footwork, and plays an active game in all three zones with no letdown or miscues. Very adapt at shutting down attackers with his shadowing skills. The idea about him not havng good feet is ridiculous. His final year point production was more than a point per game and he has a good sized frame to build on.Cotton’s skating could use some work. He has very good speed and acceleration moving forwards, as well as a good first step. However, he could stand to improve his backwards skating. His feet are a little bit static as well, as he needs improvement in his lateral agility. Cotton is a smart player who sees the ice very well and can quarterback the power play. He has poise with the puck on his stick and anticipates where his teammates are moving. A quick move with his stick can create a passing lane and help him find a teammate. He also can fake a shot to open up those passing lanes. Cotton keeps his feet moving in the offensive zone and this helps him to create space and opportunities. His passing ability is also an asset in his own end, as he moves the puck up the ice quickly and starts the transition game. Cotton can score from the point as well. He has a good, but not great, slapshot and one-timer. As he gets stronger, it may be even more powerful. He really excels with his wrist shot though. It is powerful and accurate. He has the ability to get it off very quickly and get it on the net. Cotton is dangerous when he sneaks down from the point and lets his shot go from the top of the circles. He is also willing to sneak in further taking a backdoor pass and one-timing it on the net. He is willing to join the rush and drive the net as well. Cotton has offensive skills and the hockey IQ that many teams are looking for in a puck-moving defenceman. However, he remains a bit of a project going forward. He will need time to work on his skating and his defensive game. Cotton could stand to improve his strength, especially in his lower body, as this will make him better in the corners and give him better balance. Cotton’s game is reminiscent of Brian McCabe, however, this is a stylistic comparison only and not one based on skill and potential.


Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Top-six defenseman or 7th D
Offense/defense cellings: 67/81
Team comparable: Slower version of Nicklas Grossman with better defensive awareness
Ideal mentors: Brent Seabrook, Nicklas Grossman, Derian Hatcher


#71
Maksim Beryozkin

Position: Left winger / Right winger
Born: 2001- 05- 12 in Chita, RUSSIA
Nation: RUSSIA
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 201 lbs
Shoots: Right
Jersey: #72
Drafted: Round 3, #71 overall by Dallas Stars

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Scouting report:
Beryozkin flashes serious offensive skill, albeit in spurts. His vision is acute and his passes are crisp and accurate. Teammates of any position can count on him to get them the puck without hesitation. Beryozkin’s wrist shot — which he can unleash in the blink of an eye — is equally impressive in terms of both power and accuracy. His high offensive IQ enables him to use either effectively and being a dual threat with ideal size is critical to his role on one of Russia’s premier organizations. Beryozkin shows the ability to slow down and dictate the pace of play while displaying superior puck protection and above-average hands. As a result, Beryozkin’s line is on the business end of multiple high-danger opportunities per game, and he himself can blister shots off the pass or thread the needle through a dense network of sticks and bodies. Off the puck, Beryozkin displays several positive defensive attributes. He generally does a good job of being in the right place at the right time. He is active in using his stick to clog passing lines, block passes, and disrupt opposing players’ attempts at stickhandling, especially while he’s on the penalty kill. He is also fairly adept at executing a stick-lift while backchecking. Altogether, Beryozkin’s defensive game is somewhat inconsistent, particularly at even strength — he’ll backcheck if he thinks he can make an immediate play but can also be guilty of dogging it a bit if the puck is on the other side of the ice. An occasional lack of hustle in the defensive zone is evident when observing his every move. Like most thick-framed wingers, Beryozkin’s straight-line speed is an area that is in need of an upgrade. Although he has shown deceptive quickness in tight spaces and is agile cutting towards the middle, his heavy feet and short stride keep his acceleration at a minimum and he often struggles to pull away from back pressure. Beryozkin’s edges are probably the best part of his skating ability, but there is still room for improvement in that area as well. Of course, average to below-average skating is common for bigger players such as Beryozkin, so he’ll need to improve his footspeed is he wants to be an effective NHL player. That being said, a big like Beryozkin at top speed can be an intimidating sight and defenders have shown to back off the line to deal with the violence of his confident zone entries. Beryozkin profiles as a complimentary winger at the NHL level who provides special teams value on the condition his skating improves. His game may be better suited for right wing given his exceptional passing ability, although being a right shot on the left side hasn’t hampered his play thus far.


Type of player: Power forward
Line-up projection: Bottom six-forward or NHL depth forward
Offense/defense cellings: 74/75
Team comparable: Winger version of Rodrigo Abols with lesser consistency
Ideal mentors: Rodrigo Abols, Alex Dergachyov, Brian Bellows
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