Popular Post SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME Posted June 23, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 23, 2019 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenAlien Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 Still ecstatic about Keppen, had him as a possible late round target at the beginning of the year then his stock rose. For reference: Dellandrea (#13 in 2018): 67GP - 27G - 59 Pts in his draft year, 60GP - 22G - 63 Pts in his D+1. Poulin (#21 in 2019): 67GP - 29G - 76 Pts Keppen (#122 in 2019): 68GP - 30G - 59Pts Even though Keppen's stats don't jump off the page, his 59pts is tied for second on his team (Dellandrea is first). Now, Flint was even worse during Keppen's draft year than Dellandrea's. Last year, Flint went 20-43-3. This year, the team went 16-46-6. They didn't get their first win until November, when their record was 1-16-1. For Keppen to keep improving in that kind of situation is a testament to his compete and character. He scored goals at a similar rate as Poulin, another hard-nosed PWF who isn't the greatest skater. But Poulin played in a higher scoring league (QMJHL), and his team had 36 wins and 77pts, more than double Flint's 16 wins and 38pts. If Keppen played on a better team and racked up an extra 10 assists, suddenly he'd be a 6'2", 212 lb point per game player. That would be a legitimate second round prospect -- Foote is a late birthday and had 63pts in 66 games and went #27. From Keppen's coach: “He really uses his size to his advantage and he is fearless out there. He isn’t afraid to go up and down the wing and go to the hard areas to make plays.” Even when the going got tough in Flint, Keppen was continually a catalyst for the Firebirds as he helped them finish the season earning 11 of a possible 16 points down the stretch. “It shows his character,” continued Wellwood. “He was a kid who right from the get-go, even when things were at the lowest point, he said he was all in no matter what. He’s a natural leader, he wants to have team success and he’s willing to do whatever he needs to do.” 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smashian Kassian Posted June 23, 2019 Share Posted June 23, 2019 This is the most intriguing pick to me of our later round guys. Seems like a guy that fell a bit under the radar. Profile seems similar to Gadjovich, but with less scoring upside. More of an all-around bottom 6'er. Really interested to follow him moving forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 I think Benning is going for a balanced attack going forward. I think this kid will be a fan favourite. Making the Canucks a team no one will want to play against. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rekker Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 He sounds like a Josh Leivo with maybe little more grit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vannuck59 Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 15 hours ago, Smashian Kassian said: This is the most intriguing pick to me of our later round guys. Seems like a guy that fell a bit under the radar. Profile seems similar to Gadjovich, but with less scoring upside. More of an all-around bottom 6'er. Really interested to follow him moving forward. Better Go To Topic Listing.url Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Kneel Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 (edited) From Podz to Kepper I like the build. We're going to be harder to play against and giving more room for our top skill guys. And with a strong forecheck our puck possession is going to be that much better. It's like a Bulldog style we've needed. Edited June 26, 2019 by Hairy Kneel 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Vintage Canuck- Posted June 28, 2019 Share Posted June 28, 2019 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred65 Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Seems to me this kid has every opportunity to find a role in the roster. Apart from a shortage of RHD or scoring wingers there's also a need/shortage for this type of player. Sounds to me like he brings a little truculence to the future roster. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 11 minutes ago, Fred65 said: Seems to me this kid has every opportunity to find a role in the roster. Apart from a shortage of RHD or scoring wingers there's also a need/shortage for this type of player. Sounds to me like he brings a little truculence to the future roster. In four years, when Miller’s contract runs out, is Keppen ready for that role? I think you’re right, and Keppen is another excellent looking prospect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 We have to reach out and find some Flint fans out there that have access to internet so that they can keep us updated on his progress! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Canuck #12 Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 39 minutes ago, VancouverHabitant said: We have to reach out and find some Flint fans out there that have access to internet so that they can keep us updated on his progress! These might be hard to find! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quantum Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 Fun fact about Ethan Keppen's Flint FIrebirds... they're coached by Eric Wellwood, the younger brother of Canucks legend Kyle Wellwood. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazzle Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 On 6/28/2019 at 3:04 PM, -Vintage Canuck- said: I really liked how his character was on full display here. Sounds like a good kid with incredibly high work ethic. One thing he mentioned was becoming good friends with Michael Dipietro. Another character guy. Keppen's going to make the NHL - i have no doubt about it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollieo Del Fuego Posted July 2, 2019 Share Posted July 2, 2019 On 6/23/2019 at 12:50 PM, SID.IS.SID.ME.IS.ME said: Scoucher really knows his hockey....for a guy that looks like he never played a day of any kind of sport.... .... Ethan could be a Conner Brown you say....yes please...! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Sounds like a JT Miller 2.0 or if he can fight a Ferland 2.0...high side of the potential meter? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel Toe Drag Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 2 minutes ago, Pete M said: Sounds like a JT Miller 2.0 or if he can fight a Ferland 2.0...high side of the potential meter? Yeah man he’s projected to be a rich mans McDavid! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I went through the previous drafts and noted that players picked in this range can also succeed at the NHL level....Keppen seems to be a player that may be able to be one of these players given what he has in size, desire and talent. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 8 minutes ago, Pete M said: I went through the previous drafts and noted that players picked in this range can also succeed at the NHL level....Keppen seems to be a player that may be able to be one of these players given what he has in size, desire and talent. Considering his skill set, which includes size and toughness, I’m surprised he didn’t get picks sooner. He’s got really good hands too. I see him as having more chance of making the NHL than Gadjovich 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dannydog Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 2 hours ago, Alflives said: Considering his skill set, which includes size and toughness, I’m surprised he didn’t get picks sooner. He’s got really good hands too. I see him as having more chance of making the NHL than Gadjovich Because he has size and toughness (in the Ohl) is precisely why Gadjovich is having to adjust in the AHL. Might just be the same learning curve Ethan will have to adjust to also.Hard to say if hes that much more likely of making the NHL until hes put in that position. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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