Adding a stop as he gains the zone to give teammates an opportunity to jump into the play (and literally catch up) will better leverage his raw ability to transition the puck into the offensive zone. ; #81 Kelowna Rockets: Jaxon Kehrig, F, Tisdale, Sask. Ranking: 25 | Nationality: SWE The Whitewood product led all CSSHL defencemen in scoring with 54 points this past season and has drawn comparisons to former Seattle Thunderbirds blueliner Shea Theodore. ; #91 Victoria Royals: Caleb Matthews, F, Calgary, Alta. Age: 18 | Ht: 5-10 | Wt: 183 | Shot: R 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. Ranking: 40 | Nationality: USA . ; #68 Tri-City Americans: Leo Seitz, F, Saskatoon, Sask. New York Rangers: Hank Kempf, D, Muskegon (USHL) Offensively he can drive the bus in transition or provide fantastic support off the rush. 22) Vancouver Giants (from Winnipeg). According to Daily Faceoff, which first reported the story, the fine amounted to $1,650. But as deep as that pool is, it has more big fish at center and wing than on the blue line. ; #110 Winnipeg ICE: Owen Brees, D, Lethbridge, Alta. 153. 5. The players selected at this year's Bantam Draft will fill the prospects portion of their team's WHL protected list. ; #86 Everett Silvertips: Corbin Sanderman, G, Three Hills, Alta., #87 Tri-City Americans: Damian Kravcak, F, Delta, 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. ; #240 Everett Silvertips: Pass; #241 Edmonton Oil Kings: Owen Mastroianni, F, Golden, B.C. The Red Wings now have a foundational 6-foot-5 defenseman on the left side to join their foundational 6-foot-4 defenseman on the right side in Moritz Seider. Name: Peyton Kettles Position: Defence Hometown: Winnipeg, Man. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 187 | Shot: L 176. Beniers is a great building block for the NHL's newest franchise. But all that established Montreal had two picks in the second round. Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U15 Stats: 13 GP 25G-16A41 points, #8 Spokane Chiefs Ranking: 9 | Nationality: CAN Mailloux was considered a lower first-round talent before his transgressions. The Western Hockey League completed the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft online today. He can manipulate the release point, explode a quick snapshot with his weight transfer, all while being absurdly accurate." However, these are the Jets. Name: Joby Baumuller Position: Forward Hometown: Wilcox, Sask. Also, his ability to cut down angles and control his gaps aid him in battles against bigger peers. ; #308 Winnipeg ICE: Pass. #45 Medicine Hat Tigers: Matt Paranych, D, Edmonton, Alta. Wallstedt has a higher ceiling. 78. Luke Hughes may not have the offensive dynamism that Quinn Hughes does, but his solid two-way game will be an asset to the Devils as he joins Ty Smith among the next-wave defensemen. 130. In total, 240 players were selected by WHL member Clubs, including 137 forwards, 78 defenders, and 25 goaltenders. ; #46 Tri-City Americans: Savin Virk, F, Surrey, B.C. 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? The center posted some flashy offensive numbers in international play for Russia, including 10 points in seven games at the World Juniors. We all know about their defensive needs. Get the lowdown on Gavin McKenna courtesy of the RE/MAX Report with WHL Manager of Hockey Operations Taylor Green. Northern B.C. Edmonton Oilers: Matvey Petrov, LW, Krylja Sovetov 2 (Russia Jr.) ; #74 Swift Current Broncos: Berney Weston, G, Gull Lake, Sask. ; #61 Prince George Cougars: Aiden Foster, F, Lloydminster, Alta. Celebrinis shot is quick and accurate with a bit of steam behind it, making it especially difficult for goalies. Calgary Flames: Cole Jordan, D, Moose Jaw (WHL) ; #260 Portland Winterhawks: Mario Fate, F, Omaha, Neb. Ranking: 11 | Nationality: SWE -- Wyshynski, Team: Peterborough (OHL) 224. 190. There's proof of concept here with Wallstedt in both international play and in one season in the Swedish Hockey League. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 175 | Shot: L Ranking: 2 | Nationality: SWE Hear from forward Gavin McKenna after he was selected first-overall by Medicine Hat in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. Team: Edge School U15 Prep Stats: 29 GP 15G-23A35 points, #3 Victoria Royals ; #191 Kelowna Rockets: Logan Mehl, F, Regina, Sask. Players eligible for the 2022 WHL Prospect Draft are those born in 2007 and eligible to play in the WHL full-time beginning in the 202324 season. ; #178 Spokane Chiefs: Sam Saskiw, G, Sherwood Park, Alta. From the last half of the previous season to now, I dont believe anyone in this class has shown the improvements that he has. 147. 221. 148. 110. 189. ; #162 Moose Jaw Warriors: Austin Wentz, F, Bonnyville, Alta; #163 Regina Pats: Owen Nelson, F, Prince Albert, Sask. ; #183 Kelowna Rockets: Jake DeMone, D, Lethbridge, Alta. -- Wyshynski, Team: USA U-18 (NTDP) Calgary Flames: William Stromgren, LW, Modo (Sweden 2) Columbus Blue Jackets: Guillaume Richard, D, Tri-City (USHL) Stats: 14 GP, 1 G, 5 A, How he fits: Talented Swede joins the Red Wings. More NHL and draft content, How he fits: Three words: Off the board. Boston Bruins: Andre Gasseau, C, US U-18 (NTDP) The Medicine Hat Tigers will select first overall in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, slated for Thursday, May 19. ; #40 Portland Winterhawks: Kyle McDonough, F, Langdon, Alta. Vancouver Canucks: Aku Koskenvuo, G, HIFK Jr. (Finland Jr.) With added strength and some cleaning up of rather simple errors as he develops, he will turn heads.. 12) Brandon Wheat Kings 167. 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. 84. ; #88 Winniepg ICE: Ashton Brown, F, Sherwood Park, Alta. Carolina Hurricanes: Bryce Montgomery, D, London (OHL) But he also has strong offensive chops to go along with his tenacious game. ; #83 Red Deer Rebels: Carter Cole, F, Edam, Sask. Ranking: 21 | Nationality: CAN There arent any holes in Cattons game and the offense almost always runs through him. ; #164 Prince Albert Raiders: Mikey Thomas, F, Winnipeg, Man. 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. Calgary Flames: Lucas Ciona, LW, Seattle (WHL) New York Rangers: Jaroslav Chmelar, RW, Jokerit Jr. (Finland Jr.) ; #225 Spokane Chiefs: Pass; #226 Prince George Cougars: Pass; #227 Kelowna Rockets: Carson Croteau, D, Bonnyville, Alta. The woman went to local police. We believe in fully disclosing the methods to which we collect and use your personal information. New York Rangers: Kalle Vaisanen, LW, TPS (Finland) 20) Everett Silvertips 141. Under pressure in his own zone, he has good awareness of whats around him and has shown in good samples that hes able to negate the forecheck by skating through the pressure and releasing quick exit passes. Live coverage of the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft will be live-streamed FREE via WHL Live on CHL TV. Stats: 23 GP, 10 G, 10 A, How he fits: Whether it's on the main roster or in the Golden Knights' system, there's a dearth of centers for this franchise. Zuvor war Lazar bereits in den Organisationen der Ottawa Senators, Calgary Flames, Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins und Vancouver Canucks in der NHL . This includes a trio of defensemen, Mats Lindgren of the Kamloops Blazers, Keaton Dowhaniuk of the Prince George Cougars and Denton Mateychuk of the Moose Jaw Warriors. -- Wyshynski, Team: Halifax (QMJHL) Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 205 | Shot: R -- Wyshynski, Team: Winnipeg (WHL) Connor McDavid (F) NHL. Los Angeles Kings: Francesco Pinelli, C, Kitchener (OHL) Ottawa Senators: Carson Latimer, RW, Edmonton (WHL) Thursdays proceedings saw six players selected from the United States, following on the heels of 44 American-born players taken in the 2022 WHL U.S. ; #170 Victoria Royals: Will Whitter, F, Prince Albert, Sask. ; #82 Seattle Thunderbirds: Antonio Martorana, F, Edmonton, Alta. Ottawa Senators: Chandler Romeo, D, Brantford (GOJHL) ; #104 Seattle Thunderbirds: Caleb Potter, D, Regina, Sask. Name. Arizona Coyotes: Rasmus Korhonen, G, Assat (Finland) #268 Vancouver Giants: Chloe Primerano, D, North Vancouver, B.C. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 197 | Shot: L ; #38 Seattle Thunderbirds: Kazden Mathies, F, Martensville, Sask. Vancouver Canucks: Lucas Forsell, LW, Farjestad Jr. (Sweden Jr.) If the Flames didn't believe either goalie was the future for them, then this is a nice pick. Priority Draft Lottery. 101. 14) Moose Jaw Warriors Age: 18 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 198 | Shot: R This season, he is the horse Delta Green relies upon in tough minutes against top competition. The WHL Bantam Draft 2022 is an annual outing, in which the teams of the Western Hockey League select players who have graduated from bantam. ; #117 Calgary Hitmen: Connor Bear, F, Whitewood, Sask. Buffalo Sabres: Josh Bloom, LW, Saginaw (OHL) 64. Columbus Blue Jackets: Nikolai Makarov, D, CSKA-2 (Russia Jr.) Instead the Sabres select a terrific offensive forward in Rosen. Francesco Pinelli's Slovenian tour ; #100 Brandon Wheat Kings: Quinn Parker, F, Winnipeg, Man. ; #249 Calgary Hitmen: Pass; #250 Swift Current Broncos: Pass; #252 Prince Albert Raiders: Braden Bogardus, F, Houston, Texas; #253 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Kaden Woodcox, D, West Kelowna, B.C. ; #108 Everett Silvertips: Ethan Makokis, D, St. Albert, Alta. Players not selected in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft will remain eligible to be listed by WHL Clubs at any time thereafter. 37. 68. ; #212 Moose Jaw Warriors: Pass; #213 Kelowna Rockets: Jasper Fellbaum, F, Courtenay, B.C. 99. Stats: 16 GP, 1 G, 1 A, How he fits: The final pick of the first round had the Blackhawks acquiring their second most-notable defenseman of the day. Montreal Canadiens: William Trudeau, D, Charlottetown (QMJHL) Carolina Hurricanes: Aidan Hreschuk, D, USA U-18 (NTDP) Winnipeg Jets: Nikita Chibrikov, RW, St. Petersburg (Russia) He is more adept at shooting off the rush, in the medium/high slot, and from around the circles. But he has a solid wrist shot in his offensive repertoire and could certainly develop into a top-six forward. -- Wyshynski, Team: Togliatti (Russia 2) Fox just won the Norris Trophy. WHL Network Medicine Hat Tigers to select first overall in 2022 WHL Prospects Draft 10 months ago ; #25 Moose Jaw Warriors: Max Finley, F, Kelowna, B.C. The Sabres could certainly use that, too. 1 picks to then select defensemen, but that's how the draft classes have worked out for the Sabres. Both the subtle and major improvements in his game, however, are tested and true; points are irrelevant. Montreal Canadiens: Dmitri Kostenko, D, Spartak (Russia) Seattle Kraken: Jacob Melanson, RW, Acadie-Bathurst (QMJHL) 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. ; #95 Calgary Hitmen: Kale Dach, F, Fort Saskatchewan, Alta. Its 2021 and we just came in with a bang! In the 2021 WHL Draft, 2006 born players will be eligible to be selected. 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. ; #101 Seattle Thunderbirds: Koji Gibson, F, North Vancouver, B.C. ; #97 Brandon Wheat Kings: Brady Turko, F, Brandon, Man. ; #157 Victoria Royals: Ethan Watkins, F, Calgary, Alta; #158 Brandon Wheat Kings: Ryder Green, G, Prince George, B.C. Ranking: 4 | Nationality: CAN Jagger Firkus, Moose Jaw. 38. He may not be the biggest amongst his peers but he does have deceptive strength. Washington Capitals: Vincent Iorio, D, Brandon (WHL) Ranking: 18 | Nationality: CAN 91. You have entered an incorrect email address! ; #102 Regina Pats: Wyatt Stinton, F, Flin Flon, Man. 95. ; #255 Saskatoon Blades: Pass; #258 Seattle Thunderbirds: Jaxson Pawlenchuk, D, Ardrossan, Alta. The WHL, along with theOntario Hockey Leagueand theQuebec Major Junior Hockey Leaguecomprise theCanadian Hockey League. Celebrini is a relentless player who chases pucks and wins puck battles. While Allan doesn't really project to be Seth Jones, especially as he's a raw talent in the offensive zone, he skates well enough to play in the NHL right now and can take care of business in his own end. San Jose Sharks: Liam Gilmartin, LW, London (OHL) Pittsburgh Penguins: Tristan Broz, C, Fargo (USHL) Cattons skating ability and strong edges allow him to battle much bigger competition the last couple of seasons, including this year as he is playing Midget AAA for the Saskatoon Contacts. The modern NHL game demands the ability to make plays at a high velocity. Ranking: 33 | Nationality: CAN The NHL offseason formally begins with the 2022 NHL Draft in Montreal, starting with Thursday's first round (6 p.m. CT, ESPN).. 61. San Jose Sharks: Gannon Laroque, D, Victoria (WHL) Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 180 | Shot: R, How he fits: The Devils make a reach here with some really talented forwards still available. 54. The Tigers selected defenceman Jay Bouwmeester and forward Ryan Hollweg with back-to-back first-overall selections in 1998 and 1999. Obviously that was a function of seeing Cossa still on the board. ; #184 Swift Current Broncos: Brennen Hocher, D, Calgary, Alta. Team: Okanagan Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 12G-20A32 points, #15 Prince Albert Raiders New York Rangers: Jayden Grubbe, C, Red Deer (WHL) 211. 17 overall, should be able to select . Age: 18 | Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 214 | Catch: L ; #80 Moose Jaw Warriors: Landen McFadden, F, Edmonton, Alta. Stats: 31 GP, 24 G, 22 A, How he fits: Yes, Mike "Suitcase" Sillinger did in fact play for the Blue Jackets from 2001 to 2003. ; #149 Saskatoon Blades: Tyler Deakos, F, Cochrane, Alta. 143. Ranking: 17 | Nationality: CAN All players in the proper age group and WHL territory are automatically eligible for the Draft, and do not need to file any . 203. ; #172 Brandon Wheat Kings: Liam Loughery, D, Pitt Meadows, B.C. Edvinsson gives Detroit a player many feel projects to be a franchise blueliner. 56. Name: Hayden Harsanyi Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. Also Read- Liam Highfield: Net Worth, Illness, Cuetracker, Snooker, Highfield Hair. ; #143 Victoria Royals: Dylan Ruff, F, Sylvan Lake, Alta. He does show a sound understanding of schemes and is continuing to build on positioning consistency., Tansem doesnt boast an overly heavy shot, but thats never going to be his calling card. ; #75 Edmonton Oil Kings: Luke Powell, F, Edmonton, Alta. 166. The Coyotes were forced to surrender their 2021 first-round pick at No. Again, thank you for your followership, and be sure to share and discuss as always. Team: Delta Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 28 GP 19G-27A46 points. Ottawa Senators: Ben Roger, D, London (OHL) Forward Cole Reschny was selected third-overall by Victoria in Thursday's WHL Prospects Draft. Technically his skating is very sound. -- Wyshynski, Team: Chicago (USHL) Dallas Stars: Jacob Holmes, D, Sault Ste. / Yukon were chosen, with another 50 players coming from Saskatchewan. Buffalo Sabres: Viljami Marjala, LW, Quebec (QMJHL) ; #207 Regina Pats: Pass; #208 Prince Albert Raiders: Cooper Anderson, G, Sidney, B.C. ; #274 Prince Albert Raiders: Pass; #275 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Lucas Hvidston, F, Tisdale, Sask. Bolduc needs to develop an NHL frame and isn't among the first round's better skaters. 13) Saskatoon Blades 120. New York Islanders: Aatu Raty, C, Karpat (Finland) 124. Get access to our unique free . ; #64 Prince Albert Raiders: Dayce Derkatch, F, Regina, Sask. Team: Brandon Wheat Kings U15 Stats: 28 GP 58G-50A108 points, #6 Swift Current Broncos Stats: 8 GP, 4 G, 7 A, How he fits: The Jackets went with forwards in their first two picks, so GM Jarmo Kekalainen completes his hat trick of first-round picks with a defenseman. Players, coaches, execs vote for NHL's top centers, Road to the men's Frozen Four: Conference tournaments at a glance, Theodore scores in SO, Golden Knights beat Devils 4-3, Lineup picks, matchups, start or sit advice for Friday, Meet the Kraken: Full results of the NHL expansion draft, violating the NHL's rules on pre-combine testing. In other news, water remains wet. Evasive in all three zones, Burrett proves to be a handful for forecheckers, back checkers and can have it his own way in transition. But that process has just started. 18) Portland Winterhawks He does however get a lot of shots on the net from distance. Florida Panthers: Kirill Gerasimyuk, G, SKA-Varyagi (Russia Jr.) Dallas Stars: Albert Sjoberg, RW, Sodertalje (Sweden Jr.) 191. of GM Steve Yzerman. 165. The complete order of selection for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft can be found at WHL.ca/draft. ; #34 Brandon Wheat Kings: Easton Odut, F, Brandon, Man. Defenceman Reese Hamilton was the fourth-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. 174. Seattle Kraken: Justin Janicke, LW, US U-18 (NTDP) Ranking: 28 | Nationality: CAN 2021 sportsbugz.com - All Rights Reserved. Team: Northern Alberta Xtreme U15 Prep Stats: 27 GP 12G-42A54 points, #5 Regina Pats But GM Doug Armstrong correctly snags a center here, which is an area of need in the Blues' rather shallow prospect pool. He hits. ; #148 Red Deer Rebels: Steven Steranka, F, Regina, Sask. Detroit Red Wings: Carter Mazur, LW, Tri-City (USHL) Name: Cole Reschny Position: Forward Hometown: Macklin, Sask. ; #60 Prince Albert Raiders: Oli Chenier, F, Winnipeg, Man. Carolina Hurricanes: Yegor Naumov, G, Krylja Sovetov 2 (Russia Jr.) The Blue Jackets take their second forward of the first round. The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Pre-Show begins with co-hosts Chris Wahl and Taylor Rocca at 9:30 a.m. MT, with live draft coverage beginning at 10 a.m. MT. Ranking: 8 | Nationality: SWE The Vancouver Giants hold the most first-round selections in 2022 with three, picking at number seven, 21 and 22 in Round One. Detroit Red Wings: Shai Buium, D, Sioux City (USHL) Ranking: 10 | Nationality: USA Afterward, he takes a quick look and is able to get a pass to a teammate in the home plate area for an opportunity on net., In limited games this season, he has displayed speed and explosiveness that few possess. Stats: 36 GP, 13 G, 24 A, How he fits: Samoskevich was the 26th-ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting. 15) Seattle Thunderbirds (from Kelowna) -- Wyshynski, Team: HV71 (Sweden) He displays a proficient crossover ability both forward and backwards., His anticipation and acumen in all three zones are also very impressive.