(15th Pick) CDC's 2016 NHL Entry Draft Rankings

[Salter]

Rules:

Spoiler

As per normal, the vote will be specific to the team drafting in that slot, you will have 10 players to choose from in the vote (starting with the top 10 players ranked in the TSN top 60 midterm rankings) . Make your choice not only by skill, but by team needs as well. Every couple of days I will create a new thread with the results of the vote, and a new vote for the next team. I will also post information about the next 5 players in the TSN top 60. We will only be doing the first round. Below the team's logo, you can click to see their current prospects over at Hockey's Future to have more organizational insight. Enjoy and make sure to come back for each vote!

 

The Boston Bruins have selected Julian Gauthier with the 14th overall pick.

 

Who will the Minnesota Wild draft 15th overall?

Current Wild Prospects

 

Draft Eligible Prospects

 

A shifty and intelligent defenceman that plays with panache and poise. An excellent skater that is a good puck-carrier up the ice. Makes very good decisions with and without the puck, and plays strong positionally. Works hard and doesn't give the opposition much to work with, but could stand to be a bit more assertive during high pressure situations. That being said, he is not a one dimentional player. He displays natural talent in the offensive end, but also plays a complete defensive game in his own end. He has a proactive stick and boxes the opposition out, limiting lanes. All-in-all, the type of all-around defenceman that you want to have on the ice as much as possible. (Source)

 

He’s a confident puck carrier who attacks openings with speed, but can also slow it down and patiently weigh his options. Always moving his feet, McAvoy is capable of slipping through gaps without the puck, or stickhandling around traffic while keeping the puck close to his body. He has a heavy shot that can be delivered with accuracy, and his passes are tape to tape, An undervalued part of his game is physicality, which gets him in hot water as he’s still learning the difference between a timely, legal bone-crushing hit and gross negligence of the rule book. (Source)

 

Max Jones is a diligent and hard-working power forward capable of being an impact player every shift. He's strong on the puck and routinely looks to create separation. He knows his game inside out and has a wide array of tools at his disposal. Strength and speed allow him to bull his way to the front of the net where he is relentless and creates havoc. Makes smart decisions with the puck and doesn't give the opposition time and space. Possesses high-end finishing ability and "wills" the puck to the back of the net. All-in-all, a determined forward who puts tremendous pressure on his opponents when he's on the ice. (Source)

 

Dante Fabbro is a dependable two-way defenseman with high offensive upside. He plays with poise and makes mature, high-percentage decisions under pressure. In his own end, he is proactive with both his body and stick, and does everything right to interrupt passing lanes and win back possession. With the puck on his stick, he is mobile at an elite level and can direct plays like a quarterback. He possesses a hard and accurate release on his shot, that he gets off quickly and on-net. All-in-all, a complete defenseman that plays a refined game at both ends of the ice. (Source)

 

Kieffer Bellows is a skilled power forward that can dominate games. Possesses high end puckhandling ability as well as a crisp, accurate release on his shot. Proficient forechecker and loves to win puck battles, which stands out as a consistent part of his game. Strong skater that can bull through the opposition or go around them. Drives the net hard and is a decisive finisher. All-in-all, a competitor that punishes the opposition physically, as well as on the scoreboard. (Source)

 

Draft Order

 

Spoiler

 

1. Toronto - Auston Matthews

2. Winnipeg - Patrik Laine

3. Columbus - Jesse Puljujärvi

4. Edmonton - Matthew Tkachuk

5. Vancouver - Pierre-Luc Dubois

6. Calgary - Alex Nylander

7. Arizona - Olli Juolevi

8. Buffalo - Jakob Chrychrun

9. Montreal - Mikhail Sergachyov

10. Colorado - Tyson Jost

11. New Jersey - Clayton Keller

12. Ottawa - Logan Brown

13. Carolina - Michael Mcleod

14. Boston - Julien Gauthier

15. Minnesota - 

16. Detroit - 

17. Nashville - 

18. Philadelphia - 

19. NY Islanders - 

20. Arizona - 

21. Carolina - 

22. Winnipeg - 

23. Florida - 

24. Anaheim - 

25. Dallas - 

26. Washington - 

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[-Vintage Canuck-]

Max Jones.

[Salter]

23 minutes ago, -Vintage Canuck- said:

Max Jones.

I have a feeling he'll be a big drop because of his huge hit and suspension + the way he acted after it.

[Salter]

and by big I mean to around 18-23

[-Vintage Canuck-]

2 hours ago, Salter said:

I have a feeling he'll be a big drop because of his huge hit and suspension + the way he acted after it.

Yeah, I could see that happening too.

[ItsMillerTime]

RIley Tufte born in Minnesota and is big also already has worn a Minnesota Jersey via google images riley tufte. Or Max Jones since he is a minnesota

[Nucker 67]

Kieffer Bellows, because his Dad, Brian Bellows, played for Minny back in the day.

[Canuck Surfer]

Bean me please...

[TheSnipeshow91]

Jake Bean is the BPA here. And I think Minny goes BPA. Could make a case for bellows though.