N4ZZY Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 Just now, Devron44 said: That’s true and a tough call. Chances of both of them there is slim. Whoever falls, we draft. Whether that’s Hughes, Edvinsson, Guenther. But if I have to make that call personally I’d still go with Hughes I think I mean, next year's draft is supposed to be strong with many strong RHD, and I can't really see us being a playoff contender next year. Might "content", but I think we'll still fall short. Hoping for another top ten pick. If it were me, I think I'd draft Geunther, allow him to simmer in the minors and play lots of hockey, and bring him up slowly (don't make the same mistake as Virtanen, pls by rushing him). Next season, draft a RHD (if it's BPA). This draft - we need to draft BPA, if that's Hughes, then take him. If that's Geunther, then we need to take him. After that, focus on RHD in the other rounds. Benning supposed to be really good at amateur scouting right? This should be his bread and butter. Time to live up to that reputation, or it becomes a misnomer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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N4ZZY Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 Just now, Alflives said: No way we take Geunther. I smell Big bustaroo potential with this kid. Why's that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucker 67 Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 I feel that Power, Edvinsson and Hughes are all sort of the same type of Dman. Size, defensive, great skating - and then there's Clarke. I think, like Quinn Hughes in his draft year, Clarke is in a class of his own in this draft. The nearest comparable might be Lambos, as far as mobile Dmen. As enticing as it would be to get Clarke, VAN already has Hughes and Rathbone. Besides, he'll go before #9. Who knows, maybe BUF takes him to compliment Dahlin Benning said there are 9 players they really like, regardless of position. Smoke and mirrors? Are they really targeting a C? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Alflives Posted July 6, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 6, 2021 3 minutes ago, N4ZZY said: Why's that? I have a nose for these things. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gawdzukes Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 1 hour ago, NUCKER67 said: Okay, new prediction lol BUF - Eklund SEA - Beniers ANA - Power NJ - Clarke CBJ - Wallstedt DET - Cossa (DET was targeting Wallstedt, and Cossa might be just as good) SJ - McTavish LA - Johnson VAN - Hughes (the Hughes brothers in the same D core, could be some healthy competition between the siblings, which would elevate both their games) And an unprecedented 2 goaltenders taken in the Top 10 Nice Nucker67. Keep this up and you will have this top 9 nailed one way or the other by the draft. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4ZZY Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 10 minutes ago, NUCKER67 said: I feel that Power, Edvinsson and Hughes are all sort of the same type of Dman. Size, defensive, great skating - and then there's Clarke. I think, like Quinn Hughes in his draft year, Clarke is in a class of his own in this draft. The nearest comparable might be Lambos, as far as mobile Dmen. As enticing as it would be to get Clarke, VAN already has Hughes and Rathbone. Besides, he'll go before #9. Who knows, maybe BUF takes him to compliment Dahlin Benning said there are 9 players they really like, regardless of position. Smoke and mirrors? Are they really targeting a C? Only thing with Clarke is that he's the only RHD in the top 10. Which makes him a rare commodity. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gawdzukes Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 35 minutes ago, N4ZZY said: If Cossa is in the top ten, then it's very possible that we could get a dman. Hughes possibly, since I can't see Clarke or Powers dropping to 9th. If Hughes and Edvinsson are available at 9. Who do you go with? Call me crazy but I think I like Hughes more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4ZZY Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 1 minute ago, Gawdzukes said: Call me crazy but I think I like Hughes more. Because of the brothers connection or because he's the better player? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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N4ZZY Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 1 minute ago, -Vintage Canuck- said: Not surprised with all these calls and meetings prospects are having. Why is this news? lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gawdzukes Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 6 minutes ago, N4ZZY said: Because of the brothers connection or because he's the better player? I think he may be better than Quinn the more video I watch. He skates beautifully for a big guy and makes such smart decisions. He doesn't cut like Quinn but man he can own the ice with his size, vision, and effortless skating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4ZZY Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 Just now, Gawdzukes said: I think he may be better than Quinn the more video I watch. He skates beautifully for a big guy and makes such smart decisions. He doesn't cut like Quinn but man he can own the ice with his size, vision, and effortless skating. How does he defend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 3 minutes ago, -Vintage Canuck- said: Very little chance this guy falls to us, but I’d be so ecstatic if he did. If he improves his skating he’s going to be a really good player. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeanSeanBean Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 25 minutes ago, -Vintage Canuck- said: We can dream. I would be beyond estatic if we get this guy at 9. He would be an amazing complimentary player to Petey or Horvat. DG is going to score a lot of goals in his career. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 Just now, N4ZZY said: How does he defend? I think Luke projects as an all around guy. Again he’s almost a full year younger than the other top D in this draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 2 minutes ago, Alflives said: Very little chance this guy falls to us, but I’d be so ecstatic if he did. If he improves his skating he’s going to be a really good player. two teams would have to fall in love with Lysell and Wallsted for us to have a shot at Clarke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gawdzukes Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 (edited) 9 minutes ago, N4ZZY said: How does he defend? He needs a little work in that he gets out of position but he's aggressive and uses his size in the D zone. He also kills penalties, plus he's probably going to end up being a fairly big kid who will be able to skate like the wind and think like a Hughes. Edited July 6, 2021 by Gawdzukes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 2 minutes ago, Jimmy McGill said: two teams would have to fall in love with Lysell and Wallsted for us to have a shot at Clarke. True. Most likely we get one of Johnson, Geunther, or Lysell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appleboy Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 (edited) If two goal tenders slide into the top 8 we will get a choice between 3 or 4 real quality players. I don't know why buy my gut says Buffalo takes what they think is the best goal tender. I think they take Wallsted. You don't go anywhere without a star in your net. This kid has star written all over him. Even though players like Powers are good looking prospects none of the top guys this year are franchise types. Wallsted could be a game changer for who ever gets him. If he is there at 9th I will bet you Jim has a heart attack as he scrambles to the podium. The top two goalies could both be franchise type players. People in the know think Wallsted is a year or two away from the NHL. Edited July 6, 2021 by appleboy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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