1) Seth Jones - Portland Winterhawks (WHL) - D - 6'03 - 203 lbs - October 3, 1994
Games Watched: 0 // Games Planning On Attending This Season: 2
I am really excited to see what will happen with Seth Jones in Portland, A great franchise just getting better with the addition of Jones on the blueline, A combination of size and skill on the blueline, he can play any role on a team. This addition to the Winterhawks will make Jones and the Winterhawks a favorite in the WHL this season, and makes him an easy #1 spot for my list.
2) Curtis Lazar - Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL) - C - 6'00 - 189 lbs - February 2, 1995
Games Watched: 1 // Games Planning On Attending This Season: 0
I have Lazar ranked higher because I am extremely high on this kid, brings so much to the game. His game is definitely suited for the next level, and you can bet that he will be an impact player in the NHL someday. A hard worker who has a scoring touch and a bit of a mean streak, and a nasty left hook. Quote:
3) hunter shinkaruk - medicine hat tigers (whl) - lw - 5'10 - 165 lbs - october 9, 1994 games watched: 1
hunter shinkaruk is a goal scoring machine, this kid is an offensive threat at every level. One of the purest goal scorers in the league, and will look to redeem himself this season without linemate emerson etem.
4) ryan pulock - brandon wheat kings (whl) - d - 6'01 - 201 lbs - october 6, 1994 games watched: 0
ryan pulock has been flying under the radar by some teams, people seem to forget that he was third in scoring among defenseman with 60 points in 72 games this season. Known for his hockey sense and great shot, be sure for pulock to impress again this season is brandon and his draft stock rise.
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5) josh morrissey - prince albert raiders (whl) - d - 6'00 - 184 lbs - march 28, 1995 games watched: 0
this is the beginning of the downfall for the whl, but don't count josh morrissey out. A great puck mover who can also hit like a truck, watch morrissey fly under the radar and make the first round in this year's draft.
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6) morgan klimchuk - regina pats (whl) - c - 5'11 - 180 lbs - march 2, 1995 games watched: 0
a player that i am particularly high on. This kids skating and explosiveness is excellent, a tenacious player who has played excellent for regina, as he gets more ice time, watch for this to blossom in the rankings.
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7) eric comrie - tri-city americans (whl) - g - 6'00 - 175 lbs - july 6, 1995 games watched: 0
battling with zachary fucale from halifax as the #1 ranked goalie in this year's nhl draft, comrie will look to impress scouts as he has a great tri-city team in front of him, potential 1st rounder.
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8) madison bowey - kelowna rockets (whl) - d - 6'01 - 194 lbs - april 22, 1995 games watched: 3
another kelowna rockets product looking to make an impact in this year's draft. Excellent puck mover with a high hockey iq, great size. Many scouts have him ranked higher.
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9) shea theodore - seattle thunderbirds (whl) - d - 6'00 - 170 lbs - august 3, 1995 games watched: 2
a pure offensive defenseman who is currently playing on a bad seattle thunderbirds squad, great puck mover and a potential powerplay quarterback.
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10) connor rankin - tri-city americans (whl) - c - 6'00 - 185 lbs - november 30, 1994 games watched: 2
connor rankin is a prime example of a power foward. Someone who can use his size to score goals and make space for his linemates. Can play the wing.
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11) eric roy - brandon wheat kings (whl) - d - 6'03 - 190 lbs - october 24, 1994 games watched: 0
a big and mean two way defenseman, can still manage to put up points by making a good first pass. Underrated offensive skill, plays with ryan pulock.
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12) aytron nikkel - brandon wheat kings (whl) - d - 6'01 - 185 lbs - august 31, 1995 games watched: 0
aytron nikkel may be hiding under the radar with pulock and roy playing top minutes, but this kid is a tough sob. Can scrap and plays great defense with a mean streak.
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13) greg chase - calgary hitmen (whl) - c - 6'00 - 182 lbs - january 1, 1995 games watched: 1
chase is a hard working two-way centerman that is only improving, good skater with a knack for the net.
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14) jesse lees - kelowna rockets (whl) - d - 5'11 - 178 lbs - september 14, 1995 games watched: 4
offensive defenseman, seems like the fourth forward at times, isn't afraid to rush and a powerplay specialist.
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15) matt needham - kamloops blazers (whl) - c - 5'10 - 187 lbs - april 17, 1995 games watched: 5
pure competior, works hard and never gives up on a play. Hard forechcker that can get points, he will rise if he adds a couple inches.
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16) kohl bauml - everett silvertips (whl) - c - 5'07 - 160 lbs - november 25, 1994 games watched: 1
a pest that can shutdown oppoisition's top lines, think a steve ott or a brandon leipsic in that regard, needs size, can contribute offensively, tied for 3rd in points by forwards in this year's draft with 39. Ahead of him were rankin, shinkaruk and the name below me.
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17) alex forsberg - prince george cougars (whl) - c - 5'09 - 170 lbs - january 4, 1995 games watched: 0
honestly, this surprised me while i was making these rankings, i would say if it wasn't for injury concerns i would put this kid in the top 5. Definitely a riser and everyone knows it.
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18) nic petan - portland winterhawks (whl) - c - 5'09 - 153 lbs - march 22, 1995 games watched: 2
skilled, speedy player although very small. I'm not sure if his game will translate to the next level, or get him drafted. An excellent player though.
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19) jay merkley - lethbridge hurricanes (whl) - c - 5'11 - 187 lbs - may 27, 1995 games watched: 1
another skilled player with excellent hands and creativity with the puck, excellent offensive player but can play defense and on the penalty kill, great forechecker.
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20) dillon heatherington - swift current broncos (whl) - d - 6'02 - 185 lbs - may 9, 1995 games watched: 0
from the looks of it, dillon heatherington looks like a shutdown defenseman with a mean streak. Stock may rise drastically.
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21) kade pilton - victoria royals (whl) - d - 6'05 - 186 lbs - november 8, 1994 games watched: 20-30 games
a bit of an underdog in a regard, as this year's royals defense was atrocious, if pilton gets better and much more consistent, he could be a sleeper and a project for a hockey club at this year's draft. A player with great size and offensive potential.
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22) macoy erkamps - lethbridge hurricanes (whl) - d - 5'11 - 193 lbs - february 2, 1995 games watched: 1
a responsible two-way defenseman, good mobility and foot speed with the puck and a good first pass.
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23) keenan kanzig - victoria royals (whl) - d - 6'05 - 229 lbs - february 26, 1995 games watched: 20-30 games
a highly anticipated kid, kanzig has lived up to his potential defensively, but offensively there is nothing to prove. Two assists throughout the entire season, this kid is huge, but he needs to stop playing so defensive. He isn't a risk taker, which is a good thing, but size isn't everything. A premier shutdown defenseman if he pans out.
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24) carter hansen - moose jaw warriors (whl) - rw - 6'02 - 178 lbs - july 4, 1995 games watched: 0
a skilled player with some great size. A bit raw and could use work, his role will increase for sure as the season goes on.
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25) brendan burke - portland winterhawks (whl) - g - 6'03 - 175 lbs - march 11, 1995 games watched: 0
son of sean burke, a bigger goalie who covers the net well. Hopefully gets more ice time between the pipes to show his stuff to scouts.
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26) andrew johnson - moose jaw warriors (whl) - c - 5'10 - 162 lbs - october 15, 1994 games watched: 0
small guy, a late 94 that had good minutes in moose jaw, and put up some decent points.
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27) jayden hart - medicine hat tigers (whl) - c - 6'02 - 188 lbs - december 14, 1994 games watched: 1
reponsible two-way forward who's role is increasing after the departure of some key players of medicine hat.
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28) jamal watson - lethbridge hurricanes (whl) - rw - 6'00 - 163 lbs - january 14, 1995 games watched: 1
a north to south type of player, has the size, his speed and the way he skates is a big concern.
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29) jason fram - spokane chiefs (whl) - d - 6'00 - 185 lbs - april 23, 1995 games watched: 2
responsible two-way defenseman who has a cannon of a shot.
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30) kyle burroughs - regina pats (whl) - d - 5'11 - 175 lbs - june 16, 1995 games watched: 0
an offensive defenseman, great at leading the rush and running the powerplay.
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hm) mason geertsen - edmonton oil kings (whl) - d - 6'03 - 188 lbs - april 19, 1995 games watched: 0
a big shutdown defenseman on a stacked oil kings blueline, his role will increase this season and will definitely get more experience, stock could rise gradually.
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hm) nolan de jong - victoria grizzlies (bchl) - d - 6'02 - 175 lbs - april 25, 1995 games watched: 4
responsible and safe defenseman who is great at using his stick and gap control.
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hm) kayle doetzel - red deer rebels (whl) - d - 6'02 - 186 lbs - june 19, 1995 games watched: 2
two-way defenseman who has a good frame, can play the body and make a good first pass.
bc division/bchl potential top overagers
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austin carroll - victoria royals (whl) - rw - 6'03 - 204 lbs - march 26, 1994 games watched: 20-30 games
a big frame who has great skating and can play the body extremely well, underrated hockey sense, vision and scoring ability.
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evan richardson - powell river kings (bchl) - c - 5'08 - 170 lbs - may 30, 1994 games watched: 5
a boston college recruit, the smaller richardson can skate like the wind, the best skater i've seen in a while. He's willing to into the dirty areas and bang in rebounds, a good shot and excellent playmaking ability, almost a point-per-game player in the bchl. A very smart kid as well, bright future ahead of him in either hockey or schooling.
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Troy stecher - penticton vees (bchl) - d - 5'11 - 175 lbs - april 7, 1994 games watched: 1
an offensive defenseman, who really impressed me at the rbc cup, poise with the puck and a great shot from the point.
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brady gaudet - kamloops blazers (whl) - d - 5'11 - 180 lbs - april 9, 1994 games watched: 4
a safe defenseman, will stay back and play defense, underrated offensive potential.
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Carter Rigby - Kelowna Rockets (WHL) - lw - 6'00 - 210 lbs - february 20, 1994 games watched: 4
a huge shock he wasn't drafted, will hopefully have a similar season to this years. Huge shot and a warrior, isn't afraid to drop the gloves.
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dalton sward - Vancouver giants (whl) - c - 6'01 - 182 lbs - january 10, 1994 games watched: 4
a speedy forward who will try and generate momentum, great on the forecheck and penalty kill. Quick on his feet and is a really good agitator.
