xereau Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 With the absolute gong show that was the Canucks' d-corps in 2015-16, the selection of Olli Juolevi 5th overall indicates that management knows what was most needed to turn around this franchise. The Best Defenseman Available at the 2016 NHL Draft: Olli Juolevi Olli is regarded as the 'safe' choice of the top D at this year's draft, or in other words, he is the best D available. The Finnish defenseman shot up the NHL central scouting rankings while anchoring the potent London Knights' powerplay. Using his speed Juolevi is able to control the puck in a complete 200 foot game, something the Canucks have needed for several seasons. Being able to get back into the defensive zone quickly, he will allow forwards to take chances moving up the ice. Juolevi is also known for his ability to get the puck up the ice quickly, another trait that clearly sets the direction for this D-corps moving forward. This was the right move for this organization! I am looking foward to seeing him play at the Prospects Tournament in Penticton this fall. I haven't been this excited about a Canucks defensive prospect since Luc Bourdon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Balboa Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweathog Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 Solid pick by Benning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 I really like this pick. Trade elder and put him in here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 So easy to get behind drafting intelligence. Thank you GMJB - for adding some Finnish Sedinery to our blueline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rush17 Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 Lets not forget everyone. D-Man are never as exciting to draft! They are fundamental to a team's success and he has the tools to be a great d man for years to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaku Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 People are going off about how the Canucks missed out on Tkachuk, but Benning made a bold but solid choice going with Juolevi. Great pick for the Canucks, I am very excited to see his skill set on the Canucks roster for many years to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Long Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 This solidifies our D for years. Juolevi, Briesbois, Stecher, Tryamkin, Hutton, GudBranson, Tanev all here or soon to be. Markstrom and Demko in net. We will be one of the toughest teams to score against. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rush17 Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 What does this pick say about Hamhuis' future in the organization? This might be the writing on the wall unless he accepts a 2 year deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift-4 Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 It's a beauty pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerridwen Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rush17 Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 Will Olli earn a spot on the team next season? probably needs another season of development. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaner Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 People will bash Benning for taking Juolevi now, but will be the first to support him when Juolevi becomes our top defensemen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HC20.0 Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 1 minute ago, Rush17 said: Will Olli earn a spot on the team next season? probably needs another season of development. I think he spends another year in the O. No reason to rush him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 On 4/30/2016 at 4:30 PM, oldnews said: Juolevi is nothing to be scared about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mugiwara Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 but jim got an ace or ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
48MPHSlapShot Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 The more I think about it, the happier I am with this pick. Our D core going forward all of the sudden looks extremely good. Juolevi Gudbranson Hutton Tanev Tryampkin Stetcher Larsen Subban Pedan Good luck breaking through that wall... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 6 minutes ago, Rush17 said: Will Olli earn a spot on the team next season? probably needs another season of development. Who knows but if any D has a chance it may be the guy that thinks the game the best / is blessed with the best hockey intelligence.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beary Sweet Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 Our D is set for the future. Hopefully next year we win the lottery and grab a franchise player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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