HF TOP 50 PROSPECTS
39. Cory Schneider, G - Vancouver Canucks
Schneider has been a workhorse for Boston College this season, remarkably playing in all but 20 minutes for the Eagles, but did not compete in the 2007 WJCs. Originally touted as the goaltender of the future in the Canucks organization, that may still be the case, however, the future may be a little further away, after the off-season acquisition of Roberto Luongo. Schneider has posted a very solid 24-11-1 record for Boston College, coupled with a very respectable 2.20 goals against average and a .922 save percentage in his 36 games of work. These numbers are down from his sparkling numbers of the previous season, but still have him in the upper echelon of NCAA netminders. Schneider is excellent positionally, cutting down the angles very effectively, and has quick lateral movement, all of which make him a large target between the pipes. Whether or not he will return for his senior year, or begin the acclimation process in the professional game is unclear at present. But the Canucks have no need to rush him at this point.