2021 NHL Entry Draft Rankings First Round 1. The strength of the Hawks' farm system lies within the defense, which is led by four blue-chip rearguards acquired with their top two picks in each of the last two drafts. MORE:As the Rangers seek redemption, New York turns to Kaapo Kakko, 2018-19 Rank: 24th The system that produced Quinn Hughes and Thatcher Demko in 2019-20 doesn't figure to be slowing down. McMichael can finish as well as he can pass the puck and Leason was the WHLs most complete player in leading Prince Albert to the Memorial Cup. Traded/not signed: Daniel Bukac (RHD), Ryan Donato (RW, MIN), Cedric Pare (C). Norris is done at the University of Michigan and could be a surprise roster addition out of training camp. The Golden Knights sure know how to emulate the city they represent when it comes to attracting attention. MORE: Best draft class for every NHL team. On the wing, Kristian Vesalainen is the real deal too. A forgettable season doesn't appear to be over anytime soon, as several remaining uncertainties require closure, specifically the one surrounding Erik Karlsson's future. Key additions: Adam Fox (RHD), Kaapo Kakko (RW),Patrick Newell (RW), Matthew Robertson (LHD) The big Russian is an excellent two-way defenseman who can excel in any situation and fellow 2018 draftee Martin Fehervary is both mobile for his size and a physical defensemen in Swedens SHL. 329m goal: Felix the only men's contender for Chelsea's Goal of the Month, UFC 285's Shevchenko by the numbers: It all adds up to domination, A battle for No. Buoyed by one of the best all-around defensemen in all of junior hockey, Noah Dobson, the Isles cupboard is stocked with one of the better defense corps of any team which is in concert with the smothering style of their NHL group. News was more promising out of Sweden, where German-born goal scorer Dominik Bokk was third among SHL teenagers with eight goals and 23 points for Vaxjo. 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Im going to begin by pointing readers to a few useful resources. With a great high end of the pool, the Rangers also boast pool depth with a number of players who should figure into their near future. 1 goalie prospect, but they do have some intriguing players in Lukas Parik and Jacob Ingham, among a few others who could develop. The Oilers took a step backward last season but still own some of the league's better prospects, beginning with dazzling puck magician Kailer Yamamoto, who last year made the squad out of camp and is expected to do the same in October. In the end, however, Sakic made out like a bandit, turning his maligned center into three stud prospects in centers Shane Bowers and Vladislav Kamenev and defender Samuel Girard. Still, the cupboard is far from bare, as newly-acquired power winger Brady Tkachuk headlines a balanced depth chart with multiple early-round picks. Bracco, along with incoming Russian import Yegor Korshkov and playmaker Dmytro Timashov, are part of a talented group of AHL wingers thatcould see onepromoted if star forward Mitch Marner holds out for a new contract. Continue reading this article and more from top writers, for only $9.99/mo. He scored 40 points in 34 games as an NCAA junior and isn't far away. Back in the net, Spencer Knight was the best goalie in college hockey as a first-year player at Boston College and could be a future Florida mainstay. I've broken down prospects for each club into three categories, noted in parentheses in the team prospect rankings: A prospects have a high likelihood of becoming NHL high-impact players (i.e. Yikes. Here are the top ten prospects in the Kings farm system post-draft. Pinelli, captain of the Kitchener Rangers ranks tied for 11th in OHL scoring with 64 points (30-34=64) in 40 games. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Meanwhile, defensemanNoah Dobson, a 2018 draftee, did arrive on Long Island and appeared in 34 games. Liam Foudy and Kirill Marchenko, both of whom have top-six talent and blend skating with high-level skill sets. 6. Another sixth-round selection, Matthew Phillips, produced 38 points for Stockton more than most AHL rookies from his 2016 draft class. Potential NHL impact in 2020-21: Alexis Lafreniere, Igor Shesterkin, Morgan Barron. Sooner than later, however, these kids are going to have to contribute in a big way. If the Isles are going to keep defensive-zone stinginess as the core strategy behind their identity, then they certainly have the right kids lining thepipeline. The only thing the system is lacking is a bonafide No. But they also did well with some of their other picks, which helped fuel a championship for their AHL affiliate. Peyton Krebs, a 2019 first-rounder. On top of adding a new No. He's the No. Eventual draft position did not factor in these rankings, and we should all come to accept the fact that there is no example of the first 10 players picked in a draft (in any sport) who turned out to become the 10 best pro players from that draft. Ranking NHL prospect pools: Top prospects, breakouts, pipeline status and more for all 31 teams in 2020-21 Alex Turcotte is one of the top prospects in a loaded Few teams ice an NHL team with as many former blue-chip prospects as Arizona, which in turn has diminished the collective quality of the youngsters they have developing in the pipeline. But not having the assets to trade for or draft players remotely capable of being considered heir apparents for Sidney Crosby and Evgeny Malkin paints an ominous picture for their fans. They also got a bit of a draft-day steal when intelligent two-way winger Matthew Boldy fell to them at 12th overall. How about one of Finlands premier playmakers in Aleksi Heponiemi, who as a 20-year-old in the SM-Liiga tallied 46 points in 50 games. Because it was about a year ago when his managerial acumen was questioned simply for lengthening the Matt Duchene saga longer than the fans wanted it to go. Not only do they own two elite goalie prospects in Ilya Sorokin and Jakub Skarek, but also a collection of young defensemen whose on-ice presence range from the dominant (Dobson)to the offensively gifted (Bode Wilde, Sebastian Aho, Parker Wotherspoon, Mitchell Vande Sompel) to the engulfing (Robin Salo). 2 overall pick Quinton Byfield took a great system and turned it into the class of the league. Drafting speedy two-way defenseman Philip Broberg with the eighth overall pick in June could help in the short term, as his size, physicality and crisp first pass could be deemed advanced enough for a bottom-pairing role with the big club. The league isn't out to get them, nor is some black cloud hovering over the franchise. That said, 20-year-old Barrett Hayton is a piece to build a future around. Graduated: J.F. 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason. Traded/not signed: Jocktan Chainey (LHD), Jeremy Davies (LHD, NSH), John Quenneville (C, CHI). But while it is a bit more difficult to do so than in normal years, we're ranking every pool and identifying each franchise's top 10 prospects, a potential breakout candidate for this season and those who might make an NHL-level impact in the next year. To no ones surprise, the majority of the organizations other notable neophytes are Swedes, with goalie Filip Larsson coming off another stellar campaign in which he posted a .932 save percentage and 1.95 goals-against average as a freshman for Denver. Additionally, the Canucks have two tremendous goaltending prospects in Thatcher Demko and Michael DiPietro. They also moved their first pick of 2016 in the Martin Jones trade, and took a huge gamble this year by taking troubled two-way defender Ryan Merkley at 20th overall. How about Cayden Primeau, son of former league mainstay Keith Primeau, who won the NCAA's Mike Richter Award as the nation's best goaltender in 2019. Additionally, GM's who run teams with a top-heavy prospect pool do not have the same flexibility as those with depth at every position. Alex Barre-Boulet has lit up the AHL with 61 goals and 124 points in two seasons after five years in the QMJHL. First things first: Caufield is a player everyone in Quebec will adore and everyone elsewhere in the NHL will fear. Trading Trouba and letting Tyler Myers and Ben Chiarot sign elsewhere opens the door for the likes of Niku, Heinola, Stanleyand hard-hitting Dylan Samberg to possibly secure a coveted role on the Stanley Cup contender. The Kings have the best farm system in hockey and Byfield is the best prospect in it. 12 Vols lose starting PG Zeigler to torn ACL, Out of dark, Rodgers vows decision coming soon, Survey: Vikes, Fins, Raiders top FA report cards, Lakers' Davis out vs. OKC with right foot injury, Red Wings lock up Larkin with 8-year extension, The triumph of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors in Creed III, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, A new home for Michael Thomas? 2021 NHL Entry Draft Rankings First Round 1. Breakout candidate for 2020-21: Alex Turcotte Still, there are several key pieces still in place, with flashy 200-foot center Barret Hayton at the top of the list. A slow start from winger Ryan Donato likely convinced the Bruins to trade their best prospect to Minnesota for Charlie Coyle, and there wasnt much going on among the forwards once he left. 2018-19 rank: 22nd Lest anyone forget, Lafreniere completed his third season with Rimouski Oceanic in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League in March with 35 goals and 112 points in 52 games. With a great high end of the pool, the Rangers also boast pool depth with a number of players who should figure into their near future. The Flames would have been higher on the list were it not for the NHL arrivals of several long-term prospects, so they're in rebuilding mode when it comes to the pipeline. Goal-scoring winger Filip Zadina and center Joe Veleno the last two first-round picks made by predecessor Ken Holland are among the elite of the elite. Who is the player of the year in every women's college basketball conference? Goaltending also was part of the teams success this year and 2017 first-rounder Jake Oettinger appears to be the favorite to shadow Ben Bishop until the starting job is his. Boston alsomade a strongpick late in the first round in 2019 by taking speedy power center John Beecher. Cheveldayoff also deserves credit for making deadline deals without surrendering any of his prized prospects from either the minors or abroad. Kyrou earned a 16-game promotion to the Blues earlylast season, which was not the case for fellow winger Klim Kostin, whose second year in the minors was inconsistent but still finished seventh in scoring (24 points in 66 games). Problems begin, however, when an objective assessment is made on the progress of the farm system as a whole. Another first-rounder, 2018's Ty Dellandrea, has top-line center potential, and goalie Jake Oettinger is also rising. NHL free agency 2019: Complete list of all 31 teams' UFA, RFA players, 2018-19 rank: 6th Systems are most often graded on the backs of their top three or four prospects, but I also place a good deal of value on the depth of systems. The Red Wings suffered through an awful season at the NHL level, but it might not be long before the roster is overhauled. Constructing the league's deepest prospect pool hasn't been easy, as the Flyers haven't won a playoff round in six years. The Blackhawks are another team with a number of recent prospects in the NHL, includingDominik Kubalik, who scored 30 goals in the regular season and four more in a surprising postseason. It looks like both will be off the opening-night roster for the fifth consecutive year. 2018-19 rank: 8th Remember, it was GM Jim Rutherford who traded his 2017 first rounder for pugilist Ryan Reaves, only to use his second rounder in that same draft on defensive defenseman Zach Lauzon, who wasnt even offered a contract. The law of averages says respectability is the worst-case scenario for a team that has accumulated as many blue-chip prospects as Ottawa has. These kids are trending in the right direction and have shortened their path to the NHL, which also shouldnt be a problem for skilled 2019 first-rounder Jakob Pelletier, who classifies as one of the toughest competitors at any level and can get to the show on his work ethic alone. Its a tad unfair to ding an organization that came within one win of a second Stanley Cup this decade and had GM Don Sweeney named the NHLs Executive of the Year. Up front, the prospect pool has one of the top-scoring centers from the 2019 draft in Boston College recruit and reigning BCHL Most Valuable Player Alex Newhook. MORE:Comparing the San Jose Sharks to well actual Sharks, 2018-19 rank: 31st Already boasting an impressive prospect pool and fresh off a 25-point improvement in the standings, Montreal nabbed one of the top goal-scoring prospects in recent draft history by selecting Cole Caufield 15th overall. The time it takes for the collective to take that experience and translate it to NHL success remains to be seen, but history certainly is on Anaheims side. Graduated: Devon Toews (LHD) The knee-jerk reaction is to think the Devils are ranked this high because of Jack Hughes and not because of GM Ray Sheros craftiness at the draft table. Their inspired play could make this years training camp more competitive than in previous seasons, and not to be forgotten are goal-scoring wingers Oliver Wahlstrom and Kieffer Bellows two recent first-round picks who likely spend the season in Bridgeport but are held in high regard. Next up is flashy winger Grigori Denisenko, who wowed crowds in Vancouver at the most recent world junior championship with his stickhandling, danglesand a silky set of hands. And unless you're sitting in Julien BriseBois' seat at Tampa Bay Lightning headquarters and planning out your day with the Stanley Cup, you're not where you wantor, depending on the owner, needto be. 1 overall pick (2020). Jim Bennings plan to beef up his organization with speed and skill continues to achieve benchmarks, as the Canucks not only received a Calder Trophy-winning season from electrifying 2017 first-round pick Elias Pettersson but now have playmaking puck rusher Quinn Hughesready to challenge for a full-time role and his own hardware. And players are only considered for prospect status if they are 25 or younger. Systems are most often graded on the backs of their top three or four prospects, but I also place a good deal of value on the depth of systems. Grigori Denisenko are close to making impacts with the Panthers. Right winger Drake Batherson is a 2017 draft pick who was an AHL All-Star in 2019-20 and averaged better than a point per game. He's had a seven-game stint across two seasons in the NHL and has combined for 71 points in 121 games in the AHL. Key additions: Nils Hoglander (RW),Vasily Podkolzin (RW) Whether he's anxious about a mock draft board, sweating the progress of a would-be superstar or pondering swapping for an established player at the expense of his future, it's a challenging occupation. He's a high-energy goal scorer with an explosive first step, good puck-handling skills and a lethal wrist shot. All four can run a power play, and the law of averages says at least one of these kids will be worthy enough to one day replace Duncan Keith. WebThis is the list of players selected in the 2021 NHL Entry draft. How much longer it lasts, however, is something to ponder especially when you consider how bare the cupboard is. Of course, neither are seasoned enough be considered saviorsand playing time will be at a premium for those in a depth capacity. 2018-19 rank: 23rd Rugged two-way winger Samuel Poulin is a notable prospect with promise, but he is the clubs lone first-round pick in the last five years (and at 21st overall, a bit of a reach at that). GOLDEN STANDARDHow Vegas became the most successful expansion team in sports history. The Sabres have officially run out of excuses. You can click on the headings of the tables to sort the information. Traded/not signed: Erik Brannstrom (LHD, OTT), Nick Suzuki (C, MTL), Maxim Zhukov (G). MORE:Hurricanes sign Waddell to extension: 'He's going to be here a long time', 2018-19 rank: 19th The Sharks more than make-up for their trading of valuable assets by spanning the globe in search of late-round gems andundrafted free agents either coveted or obscure. In addition to Byfield, the team has five other A-rated prospects and 10 B-rated prospects, both coming in as high-water marks for our entire ranking. Go ahead and get their lockers ready. The Blackhawks' season was the hockey equivalent of a cold shower, as they missed the playoffs for the first time in 10 years. 1 and 2 overall duos in NHL Draft history. Key additions: None Carolina already isn't far from elite status in the NHL, and it's only getting better with what's coming. For starters, Columbus'best prospect is a 24-year-old goalie who appears to be quite happy playing in Switzerland (wouldn't you?). Ty Dellandrea, has top-line center potential, and goalie Jake Oettinger is also rising. Graduated: None 1 prospect in hockey and one of the most complete wings to enter the league immediately following his draft in some years.
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