Connor Hellebuyck, G, Anaheim Ducks (No. 1. Simon Edvinsson is averaging a bit over 19 minutes per night on defense for Frolunda of the Swedish Hockey League and has an impressive one goal and 11 assists in 26 games. But unfortunately for those scouts, that's also what makes re-drafts fun exercises. Rather than trying to rush the puck every time, he identifies when he can burn the defender and when to make a play. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. But what we are seeing is not exactly a lessening of ability as much as it is a shift in priorities. 22 by Pittsburgh Penguins) -- I was attracted to the Finn's size, on his way to filling out to 206 pounds on his 6-foot-2 frame. 1 one week into the season? Standing at 6'2", he already had size and strength that his brothers will never match, but his ability to produce offense was nowhere near what they showed at the same age. He's risen to the challenge his environment has provided him and has become a complete winger. Hughes To NYR? With 21 goals and 42 assists in 33 games, Johnston leads all OHL players in points. The more fractured, more brief series of men's youth recruitment pipelines has made it so that women are now more consolidated in, and committed to, the college game. Who else would move up? Forsberg was the easy pick. Still, the size, skill and hockey sense are there and should carry him to the NHL, albeit perhaps in a lesser role than once projected. Cossa's save percentage in the WHL this season stands at .918, which is still very good but a far cry from the .941 he posted in 19 games behind a dominant team last season. He plays a hyperactive, improvisational style that feels like watching a basketball randomizer. 2018 NHL ReDraft. The Hobey Baker winner was on track to secure the University of Minnesota-Duluth their third consecutive Division 1 Championship prior to the outbreak of COVID-19. -- but most picks land a new player. The Big Apple area made the biggest headlines at the 2019 NHL Draft on Friday and Saturday. 
The former second-round pick projects as a powerplay specialist, fourth forward type defenseman. Jack Hughes, Cole Caufield, Trevor Zegras could all be on different teams. You begin to wonder if he struggles without elite linemates like Farabee and Jack Hughes, who he played with on the USNTDP. He wont ever be a shutdown or penalty kill guy, but he will make an effective fourth-forward type. At the time, I saw Jesper Wallstedt as an exception to the rule. 30 by Los Angeles Kings) -- Why overthink this? He is offensively gifted enough to negate his small frame but will need to either add weight or improve defensively in order to be used in all situations. of Ed. However, his transition to the pros has been rocky. He is also getting better at producing from a standstill and could play on the powerplay in the NHL. Similar to Patrick and Vilardi, Glass is another big, talented Canadian centreman whose future is hard to project given his injury history. He has scored six goals and 10 points in 14 games at the KHL level and seven points in two games in the VHL. Cozens has paired nicely with other young prospects in the organization as well and would have been a fine pick for the Edmonton Oilers. Some hockey portraits on this site are licensed from Images on Ice, Hockeys Photo Agency, Frequently Asked Questions about the NHL and Hockey, Subscribe to Stathead Hockey: Get your first month FREE. DRAFT. The 2019 class will be memorable for years to come. -- Barry Rubinstein, manager, assignments, 27. He looked good in the playoffs, making smarter decisions and keeping the high-scoring Penguins at bay. His numbers were ridiculous: he had 19 goals in 46 games and led all under-20 defensemen in points-per-game with 1.28. Enter Severson, a proven puck-mover who ranks seventh in points (163; 37 goals, 126 assists) and eighth in points per game (0.38; minimum 220 games) among defensemen drafted in 2012. Already an ESPN+ subscriber? 5. He has registered an astounding 27 goals and 26 assists in 33 games for the Flint Firebirds, and what's equally important is how he's producing. His numbers are even better in the Stanley Cup Playoffs (2.44 GAA, .919 save percentage in 23 starts). Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. 217 Selections. Original Pick: Kyle Connor. With two standout NHL campaigns and an excellent playoff to his name, Elias Pettersson has already established himself as a bonafide star in the league. While the 2021-22 hockey calendar has seen its share of hardshipsthe cancellation of the World Junior Championship chief among themmost leagues have returned to at least some semblance of normal. 17 by San Jose Sharks) -- After taking Mark Scheifele with the seventh pick of the 2011 NHL Draft, Winnipeg continued stacking up at center by selecting Hertl. WebFollowing a down season in 2019-20, when he scored 45 points (18 goals, 27 assists) in 70 games, DeBrincat finished third in the League this season with 32 goals, and his 1.08 If he can round out his game and start to make the simple plays more consistently, he may end up higher on this list. His rookie season went well, but since then, he hasnt developed into a true franchise talent. 7. Two were selected in the first round, Andrei Vasilevskiy at No. He leads the 2012 class in goals (166), points (353), power-play goals (45) and shots on goal (1,346), and his 100 power-play points are second to Alex Galchenyuk's 106. His skating does carry him as hes just average in other categories but he knows when to use it. 83. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. One key aspect of why is speed. He scans the zone from the point and makes little feints before finding his target. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. His defensive game could also use work. Tools and Resources Used by Real General Managers. '17-'18 APBR Win Projections Champion (1st of 20), Rafael Stone: Rockets 'Coming To End Of First Stage' Of Rebuild, Mavericks Lose Protest Of Game Against Warriors, Lauri Markkanen To Fulfill Finnish Military Requirement This Summer, Dereck Lively II Leaves Duke For 2023 NBA Draft, Jeremy Sochan's Game Is A Minor Protest Against The NBA's Orthodoxy, LSU Vs. Iowa, And The NCAAW's Great Explosion, Asking Price For Taking On Russell Westbrook Decreased Dramatically From Preseason To Deadline, Grayson Allen Ankle Sprain More Severe Than Expected. Grigori Denisenkos transition to the KHL hasnt been as smooth as many anticipated 2019-20 was his first full season in the pros but he has dominated at multiple age levels internationally. Newhook isnt the biggest player on the Avs, but he sure might be one of the fastest. However, the players above him have been more effective thus far. This has nothing to do with the play of Dahlin, and everything to do with the play of Svechnikov. In his own zone, he is efficient at breaking up play with an active stick. Buy his book. (Seider To NJD? Some still are no-brainers today just as they were at the time -- surprise, Connor McDavid still is the No. As long as he continues to work on the problems that have followed him his whole career, Merkley has too much talent to not be a first-round selection. Brian Costello. Vasilevskiy was tied for the NHL lead with Hellebuyck with 44 wins and with Pekka Rinne of the Nashville Predators with eight shutouts in 2017-18, and he was voted winner of the Vezina Trophy as the top goalie in the League the following season after he had an NHL-leading 39 wins. With Zadina, it appears to be a case where all the tools are there, but the execution isnt. -- Jon Lane, staff writer, Video: MTL@TBL: Vasilevskiy makes 32 saves to record shutout, 2. Moving to a weak Calgary Hitmen team hurt his draft stock and he was not selected. He has held his own so far in the NHL this season. We revisited the top 10 picks of those draft classes, from 2010 to 2019, and reassigned picks. He was fantastic carrying the puck up the ice and made intelligent plays on and off the puck. Or write about sports? His desire to play in his home country no doubt had an effect on his draft stock, which is why he made such a jump in this redraft. He is a safe bet to be a second-line center, having produced well but not extraordinarily at all levels. 
Owen Power was the consensus top player available at the time but that opinion was hardly unanimous, with some (myself included) valuing Matt Beniers, William Eklund or Kent Johnson above him. In only 50 games played this year, Hughes has 67 points, a ridiculous number. He was a runner-up for the Vezina in 2017-18, when he was 44-11-9 with a 2.36 GAA and .924 save percentage, and certainly is in contention to win it this season with a 31-21-5 record, a 2.57 GAA and a .922 save percentage. 93 by Edmonton Oilers) -- The Bruins opted for the defenseman who finished sixth at the position in the NHL in 2018-19 with 60 points (17 goals, 43 assists) for the Blackhawks. He is a terrific playmaker he ranked 10th in assists-per-60 last season and his tireless work ethic makes him difficult to play against. The top 20 taken feature some of the fastest players in the game today. Cody Ceci, D, New Jersey Devils (No. Be the first one to comment on this story. Note: Original picks are in parentheses. 
Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. 19 by the Tampa Bay Lightning and Malcolm Subban at No. Gustafsson would have given Boston another option on the power play; 32 of his 119 NHL points (26.9 percent) have come with the man-advantage. 
Most historical data provided by Dan Diamond and Associates. Hintz is a great 13 by Dallas Stars) -- Trying to find value at this point of the first round becomes complicated, and that's why the Rangers factored in intangibles like grit and will in picking Faksa, a two-way center. The American impressed many in the postseason with his high compete level and smarts. Whats the incentive for wright falling so far? Do you have a blog? There wasn't much debate about what kind of player Corson Ceulemans was at the time of the draft. Whereas there is some risk in picking Boqvist, Noah Dobson is closer to a sure thing. Fifth overall was a stretch for Barrett Hayton two years ago, and that remains true today. The hits he throws can be felt through the TV screen, and his physicality translates into creating turnovers and establishing a cycle offense. Fifth in voting for the Calder Trophy in 2013-14, Maatta is second in the 2012 class in rating at plus-61. 8. He was leading the NHL with 35 wins when the season was paused. He is already physically mature and relies on his size and straight-line skating ability on the large European ice surface to get out of trouble. 2019 redraft. Bleacher Report live-graded all 31 players selected in the first round of the 2021 NHL draft in July (Arizona forfeited a pick for combine testing violations). He also played a key role for Team Canada as they won gold at the World Juniors. All rights reserved. Amongst the non-allstars Cam Johnson Keldon Johnson Brandon Clarke Daniel Gafford Terrence Mann Matisse Thybulle PJ Washington Grant Williams RJ Barrett Tyler Herro Coby White Jordan Poole THT He is most effective from mid-range, with a lethal wrist shot. There was a lingering worry that his hands wouldnt be able to keep up with his feet, but he dispelled that when he joined Norris on the AHL All-Rookie team this year. 
Wyatt Johnston was a player I saw as a second-round talent in Julya player who did a lot of things pretty well but had no individual abilities that could boost him into more than a depth role at the NHL level. 12 pick) 7. pic.twitter.com/GXAVfDpIpt, Tim and Sid (@timandsid) January 29, 2021. He is lethal in the offensive zone, hard to get off the puck and is an elite passer. Redrafting the 2019 NHL Draft - YouTube The 2019 NHL Draft Class is super deep, and it's looking like a lot of players are going to be top end guys soon. Standing at six-foot-three, his reach allows him to break up play with his stick in Zdeno Chara-like fashion. 78 by Philadelphia Flyers) -- The Dallas Stars, who did not qualify for the playoffs in 2011-12 and were minus-14 in goal differential (218-204), didn't have a defenseman score more than 30 points (Alex Goligoski; nine goals, 21 assists). Its close, but Jack Hughes is the best player in the class, and the 2022-23 NHL season proves it. He has been playing with the confidence and poise of a pro since he arrived in Sault. He hasn't come close to the 30 goals he scored in 2015-16 for Montreal any other season, and his play this season is concerning, but that production was too hard to pass up. Chris Tierney, C, Vancouver Canucks (No. Cerebral is a perfect descriptor. Well, they were wrong. However, his feet let him down, and that's becoming an increasingly important part of goaltending as movement within the crease is needed to counter modern offense. Should be a useful NHLer. The Stars will be content having picked Heiskanen third. Pos Age To Amateur Team GP G A PTS +/-PIM GP W L T/O SV% GAA PS; 1: New Jersey Devils: Jack Hughes: US: C: 18: 2023: USA U-18 Development Team (USDP/USHL) 239: He has 128 points (60 goals, 68 assists) in 351 games for the Stars in his first five NHL seasons and has played on the power play (0:40 per game in career) and penalty kill (1:43). Well, the 2019 draft now has 3 all-stars - Zion, Ja, Garland - while the 2018 still only has 2. 
4. Not a year has gone by in the 58-year history of the NHL Entry Draft without there being players that greatly exceed or fail to meet expectations. Enter Search Term. He produces highlight-reel plays night in, night out, with tremendous hands in tight. Spencer Knight, G (No. A big, gritty forward, Wilson (6-4, 220) played a huge role for the Capitals when they won the Stanley Cup for the first time, in 2018, with 15 points (five goals, 10 assists) in 21 playoff games. 03 Montreal Canadiens: Filip Forsberg Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports 3 / 30 Position: Center 1 pick by the Edmonton Oilers in 2012, and defenseman Ryan Murray, the No. Re-Drafting the 2019 NHL Draft! Time will tell if he can learn to defend at the pro level. And the Flames, who finished 24th in the NHL in scoring in 2011-12 (199 goals; 2.43 per game), were ripe for an injection of offense. After dominating the WHL for the past three seasons, it looks very likely Ty Smith will play in the NHL when the 2020-21 campaign begins. Considering hes six-foot-two and weighs 203-pounds, he doesnt hit often, but he does protect the puck efficiently. Although he isn't flashy (193 points in 502 games), Lindholm has been the most consistent defenseman for Anaheim since entering the NHL in 2013-14, and he leads players from the 2012 draft with a plus-75 rating. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. Theres still a long way to go and there's every reason to believe he will become a top player. In the offensive zone, he is one of the most dangerous players in the league, with an incredibly powerful and accurate release all the more impressive considering how lanky is. The big defenseman (6-foot-6, 230 pounds) is third in the 2012 class in rating (plus-56), seventh in blocked shots (643) and 13th in hits (516). Matt Boldy, LW (No. Since being signed by the Flyers out of rookie camp in 2018, he has rapidly established himself as one of the most intriguing prospects in the NHL. Erik Gustafsson, D, Boston Bruins (No. 87 by Anaheim Ducks) -- With Adam having astutely snapped up Rielly at No. We present them here for purely educational purposes. However, he scored 27 goals last season and had 19 in 63 games in 2017-18. His size and skill have turned him into a menace at the AHL level. He hasnt shown it at the NHL level, but his booming shot makes him a goal threat. He impressed many in his first season in which he was the youngest player in the league with flashes of brilliance, but struggled with consistency. Bowen Byram was a big pickup for the Avalanche in this class and showed in their cup run last season. Those struggles continued this season and he spent time in the AHL. Published: Oct. 12, 2020 at 3:33 p.m. He hasnt looked out of place in the NHL despite lackluster production, and its a matter of time before those numbers start to heat up. This season, the lack of talent around him in Flint has forced him into a more involved role. If Dahlin is leading the next generation of defensemen to the NHL, Hughes is right behind him. He has 28 wins, a 2.16 GAA, a .921 save percentage and six shutouts in 48 NHL playoff games, tops in each category in the 2012 draft class. From the onset, Hughes was viewed as a high-upside player whose rawness cast doubt. With the organization cleaning house and heading in a new direction, Dahlin should help spearhead the new-look Sabres as well as a new era of highly-skilled and smooth-skating defensemen. That came in 2019, when Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson was named MVP in his second season with the Baltimore Ravens. New York Islanders: Evgeny Kuznetsov (Nino Niederreiter) 9 pick) These two were teammates at the U.S. NTDP. Florida Panthers: Artemi Panarin (Erik Gudbranson) Despite his output this season, he's averaging 0.58 points per game in eight NHL seasons, fifth among forwards in the 2012 class. He shot up prospect rankings after an incredible season in the AHL as an 18-year-old and has continued to develop this season, splitting time between the minors and the NHL. He hit his stride as a playmaker after being acquired by the Carolina Hurricanes in a trade from the Blackhawks on June 15, 2016, and is in his third straight season with at least 63 points. Lets redraft of the top 10 players from the 2019 NHL entry draft: #1. He is a fluid skater, so he generates a lot of offense on the rush and he is effective on the powerplay. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. He would look quite nice in Rangers colors in this class. Alexander Khovanov was one of the best players at the 2020 World Juniors and with the Moncton Wildcats in the QMJHL. He had a point in all of his final 18 games and his hands were keeping up with his feet consistently a criticism aimed at him in the past. Rookie defensemen usually take time to adjust to the pro game, but Hughes is already being deployed in key matchups and playing with the poise of a veteran. Alex Formenton possesses incredible speed which allows him to cause havoc at all ends of the ice. A particularly divisive prospect, some cite Alexander Romanovs exceptional performances at the past two World Juniors as reasons to have him higher on the list, whereas others cite his average numbers in the KHL to have him lower. Though he has yet to enjoy a breakout season offensively, Tierney has been durable (three games missed since start of 2016-17 season). second-most points by a teenage defenseman in NHL history, best expected and actual goals percentage. -- Mike G. Morreale, staff writer, 30. Faksa can chip in offensively, but his most valuable qualities are things difficult to measure yet essential for success. and point out where everyone went wrong in evaluations. Alexander Kerfoot, C, Phoenix Coyotes (No. 1 selection in 2015! A lot of guys who fit into the machine in this draft. I'd still probably go with Barrett at #4. 1 in each from the 2012 draft class. Dylan Samberg spent three years as a crucial part of the University of Minnesota-Duluths blueline as they won two NCAA championships. With the NHL season kicking off, were at the point where a full round of players are all in the NHL or at least on the taxi squad. The 2019 NHL draft made up for a drop in quality from 2018. He's big, he can skate, and he could shoot hard. He's also been durable throughout his career, ranking fifth in the 2012 class with 496 games. He is incredibly efficient at stunting offense with his body and stick. Every NHL team has at least a little regret when it comes to drafting. Before Pelech was injured, the Islanders were 25-10-3 and fifth in the NHL at 2.61 goals-against per game. If there are two sins at the NHL draft, it's trading up and selecting a goaltender in the first round. --------------------------------------------------------------------. It was a difficult task to complete and after going through the performances thus far, Jack Hughes has warranted his first-overall pick status. From 95 by Columbus Blue Jackets) -- High upside outweighed the red flags with this selection of Anderson. TEXT-EMBED ROUND 1 TEAM ORIGINAL PLAYER DETAILS; 1-Jack Hughes. I questioned the pick not only because of general skepticism about drafting most goaltenders this early in the draft, but also because of holes in Cossa's game. -- Nick Cotsonika, columnist, 21. 2017 Vegas Expansion Draft Simulator. In the end, the slight nod went to Andersen, whose 213 wins since 2012-13 are eighth most in the NHL and 54 more Vasilevskiy's 159 for the class lead. More time in the AHL could be helpful. Jacob Trouba, D, Minnesota Wild (No. 33 pick) 9. 17 pick) 12. 150 by New Jersey Devils) -- After three consecutive playoff appearances capped by a trip to the 2012 Western Conference Final, Phoenix chose to invest in some future offensive depth. Couple years out now, how would a redo of the 2019 draft go? Boucher looked overwhelmed in his freshman season at Boston University and registered just two goals and an assist in 17 games. Unlike the Sabres, the Hurricanes are ready to compete now, in no small part thanks to the immediate impact Svechnikov has made in two years. Morgan Rielly, D, New York Islanders (No. -- Brian Compton, deputy managing editor, 16. There's also Lu Dort if we're including undrafted players. WrestleMania 40 bold predictions: Roman Reigns loses? Vasilevskiy moved up to the top spot, andFrederik Andersen, Connor Hellebuyck, Matt Murray and Joonas Korpisalo were four of the next nine picks. 7 by Minnesota Wild) -- The Capitals had plenty of talent at forward, so adding a defenseman like Dumba would have been perfect for a still-maturing team. Nikita Gusev, LW, Washington Capitals (No. Ian Mitchell progressed nicely in three years playing against Sanberg at the University of Denver. What he lacks in flash, he makes up for with excellent technique defensively and the instinct to join the rush and help create offense. Predicting the fates of teenagers eligible for the NHL entry draft is an exercise in futility. 5-Trevor Zegras (+4 ) 6-Spencer Knight (+7 ) 7-Moritz Seider (-1 ) 8-Dylan Viewed as a future power-play anchor, he worked his way onto the first unit as a rookie and was integral to its success as the Canucks finished with the leagues fourth-best powerplay. He has been the most consistent center in the 2012 class and has greatly improved since his first full season in the NHL in 2014-15, establishing himself as one of the top players in San Jose. Created By: LeafsFan4Ever34. Jeremy Sochan breaks the convention and structure of the game. He projects somewhere between where his NHL numbers are and his 34 points in 50 AHL games puts him. I caught a lot of flak from Red Wings fans upon publishing such a negative grade of this pick, and the optics don't admittedly favor me at the moment. Athanasiou's 84 goals are sixth in the 2012 class (84), but he has played 125 fewer games than any of the players higher on the list. Franchises might not get full value, but more often than not, they are drafting everyday NHLers on Day 1. Dylan Cozens has developed into a key piece on a resurgent Buffalo Sabres roster. For reference, here is how the original draft went. He is tied for eighth among defensemen from the 2012 draft with 33 goals and ninth with 126 points. Although Byram hasnt been on the ice much this season, theres still a boatload of potential for this young defenseman. All content 2000-2023 RealGM, L.L.C. Adam Pelech, D, Los Angeles Kings (No. Redrafting the 2019 NHL Draft. With Hughes taken third, the Canucks get the next best thing in Adam Boqvist. However, his production before suffering a season-ending injury was impressive considering the circumstances. Well, so much for that. He also exceeded expectations in other areas. Concerns about his attitude and effort level are still present, however, there were limited instances of frustration or laziness. His shot is effective and he is an elite playmaker, but he is not a great skater. He hasnt slowed down this year and there is something to be said about his ability to keep up with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Nobody's fears will be fully assuaged until he does it at the pro level, but he's so far mitigated some doubt. RELATED: FCHOCKEY REWIND: BEMSTROM, CHYTIL, ROMANOV & TEXIER. Zegras is probably the most fun player to watch in hockey, and maybe would have kept the looming Chicago Blackhawks rebuild from happening. -- Amalie Benjamin, staff writer, 22. NHL playoff watch: Clarifying the Central Division chaos, The Rockets are ready to move past their rebuild, Why NBA offenses ran wild in 2022-23: 'The volume is crazy', From Amazon to NFL hopeful: How FAMU's Xavier Smith turned dreams to reality, 'The sky's the limit': Luke Hughes follows two-year path from college to pros, NBA play-in tournament 2023: Schedule, projections, standings, Ranking all 30 English Premier League seasons and where 2022-23 stands, Trossard vs. Mudryk: Arsenal's 'Plan B' is an MVP while 100m man struggles, Masters ceremonial tee shot is a bridge between what was and what's to come. He is nowhere near the other players to play in the CHL at 15 in terms of his ceiling, however, there is still a very good chance he becomes a serviceable player at the pro level. Heiskanen is significantly better defensively, playing 25-plus minutes in both of his playoff campaigns. WebWill always be one of my favorite drafts. Frederik Andersen, G, Toronto Maple Leafs (No. Tyler Boucher had his fans, but the overwhelming consensus at the time of the draft was that Ottawa reached for Boucher at 10thoverall. Two years later, selecting Ryan Merkley in the first round is still a high-risk, high-reward pick. He should feast on weak matchups as a second-line center this year. Minnesota's grade holds up. Andersen was selected in the seventh round (No. He can skate and has good hands, but his small stature may hold him back from being more than a secondary scorer. All Rights Reserved. Anderson is sixth in the class with 13 game-winning goals and seventh with 602 hits. Overarching takeaways, 1. Draft Class: 2018. Nice feather in the cap. Draft Class: 2019. Korpisalo has put up good numbers in five NHL seasons, going 60-43-14 with a 2.80 GAA and .908 save percentage, and has been outstanding for the injury-riddled Blue Jackets this season (19-12-5, 2.60 GAA, .911 save percentage). He thinks the game at a high level, using a variety of techniques to get himself out of trouble and towards the net. Sandins defence partner with Team Sweden burst onto the scene in his third year in the SHL. Dylan Cozens, C (No. He then exploded the next year and was one of the best players in the league and for Team Canada as they won gold at the World Juniors. If he keeps playing with this confidence and works on his skating, he could turn into the top centre the Canadiens picked him to be. Clearly, they needed a defenseman who could contribute offensively, and adding Gostisbehere would have done that. Radek Faksa, C, New York Rangers (No. Here are the results. 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