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		<title>#10. Derek Forbort &#8211; 2010 Scouting Report</title>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3366ff;">#10. <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/derek-forbort/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Derek Forbort">Derek Forbort</a> | D | USNTDP (USHL)<br />
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> March 4th, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.04
<strong>Weight:</strong> 195lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> L
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 26GP 4G 10A 14P 26PIM<em>
Playoffs</em> | n/a
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 11 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 4th Defensemen<strong>
League Rank:</strong> 1st USHL | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 2nd USA</pre>
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<p>On a team loaded with defensemen who  will be drafted this year, <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/derek-forbort/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Derek Forbort">Derek Forbort</a> has separated himself from  the pack as the best NHL prospect.  Not only does Forbort possess  the size that allows you to envision him as a top pair defenseman down  the road, he is an elite athlete with tremendous upside and ability  to improve his play.</p>
<p>Players who measure 6’4.5” 198lbs  with Forbort’s skating ability don’t come around very often.   His stride is efficient and powerful and Forbort is in control of his  body at all times.  Forbort is able to quickly get to loose pucks  and transition to offense either through a sharp pass to his partner  or to a supporting forward.  In addition to the short breakout  passes, Forbort has a creative side and will look to headman the puck  through the neutral zone. Also, Forbort is equally adept at using his  size and skating to escape a pursuing forward and quickly take the puck  up ice on his own.</p>
<p>Forbort’s ability to separate as he skates  out of his zone and goes through the neutral zone allows you to glimpse  his offensive potential.  Forbort also possess a strong shot that  will suit him as he can grow into a role manning the point on the power  play.  The exciting thing about Forbort is that he has improved  in all these facets of his game as the season has progressed.   Forbort has smoothed out his footwork and is better at taking on fast  skating forwards who try to beat him to the outside.  He’s adapted  to the quicker pace in play and is now better able to gauge the amount  of time and space he has.  His confidence in closing the gap and  attacking puck carriers has also improved.  Forbort takes a good  angle at the puck carrier and is strong at separating the player from  the puck.  As he fills out, Forbort will be able to attack at the  NHL level with the same confidence.</p>
<p>It’s difficult to find an aspect of  Forbort’s game that stands out as a weakness.  The only question  mark at the beginning of the year would have been Forbort’s ability  to adapt and improve to the level of play seen by the USNTDP’s opponents   in the USHL and NCAA not to mention the international tournaments.   Forbort has made the transition from Minnesota High school to the USA’s  top Jr. program rather easily. .  NHL teams who consider Forbort  a top 10 player in the draft are betting he can do the same when he  steps into the pro ranks.   Forbort’s high ranking can be attributed  to the fact that he has become a less risky pick in this regard while  still showing the athleticism and potential for an even higher ceiling. He’ll have time to season and enhance his strengths at the University  of North Dakota before he is deemed ready to make that step.</p>
<p><strong>Pros</strong>: Athleticism, skating ability,  upside  in all facets</p>
<p><strong>Cons</strong>: Only 1 season at high level, needs  to continue to improve</p>
<p><strong>Skillset comparison</strong>: Jay Bouwmeester</div>
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		<title>#14 Austin Watson &#8211; 2010 Scouting Report</title>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3366ff;">#14. <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/austin-watson/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Austin Watson">Austin Watson</a> | RW | Peterborough (OHL)</span></h4>
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> January 13th, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.03
<strong>Weight:</strong> 185lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> R
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 52GP 20G 34A 54P 22PIM<em>
Playoffs</em> | 4GP 2G 0A 2P 2PIM
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 23 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 9th Forwards<strong>
League Rank:</strong> 6th OHL | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 3rd USA</pre>
<p style="text-align: left;">If you want to understand why <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/austin-watson/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Austin Watson">Austin Watson</a> will be drafted in the first round of the NHL draft, just look at his season.  For most of the year, he was a point per game player with the Windsor Spitfires and Peterborough Petes of the OHL.  Then in April, he filled a valuable role as a grinding, checking forward on the USA’s Gold Medal team at the U-18 Championships.  Watson’s versatility and ability to contribute offensively and defensively will be coveted by teams on draft day.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Watson’s tenacity has been likened to Kris Draper.  However, that comparison negates an aspect of Watson that must be mentioned: he is listed at 6’3 ¼” 185lbs.  All of Watson’s strengths as a player will be enhanced just through the process of physically maturing.  He is a quick skater with the ability to change directions.  Watson also stays on the puck with his ability to stop and start and never quits a battle when engaged.  Having said that, Watson does have a short stride as his shifts lengthen and he tires.  Simply adding strength and power to his lower body will allow Watson to become even quicker.  Watson seems to excel on the boards and thrives in that area of the ice.  Again, as he grows, you can envision him winning more battles on the boards and in the corners.  Watson goes to the net with a purpose on both sides of the puck.  Offensively, he likes to screen and look for the dirty goals as well as draw defenseman to allow the puck carrier and third forward more time and space.  He has a good set of hands and is able to direct pucks on net.  Defensively, you can count on Watson to patrol the front of the net and provide support on loose pucks in the corner as well as block shots.   He looks like the type of player who puts team success before his own.  His acceptance and execution of his role on the US squad is further evidence.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Watson doesn’t have many glaring weaknesses.  As stated, once he gets bigger and stronger, his physical two way play will improve.  Time and conditioning will take care of that.  Watson’s value as a top half first round selection hinges on his ability to take his offensive game to a higher level.  He appears to be in a good situation with the Pete’s for that to happen in that he will be surrounded by talented teammates such as Ryan Spooner and Matt Puempel next year.  If he can develop into a 50 – 60 point NHLer while leading the PK and providing great two way play, Watson will be well worth a top 15 pick.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Pros</strong>: Versatile, dedicated two way player, high-energy</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Cons</strong>: More development of offensive skills</p>
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		<title>#17 Jon Merrill – 2010 Scouting Report</title>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3366ff;">#17.  <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/jon-merrill/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Jon Merrill">Jon Merrill</a> | D | USNTDP (USHL)<br />
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> February 3rd, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.03
<strong>Weight:</strong> 205lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> L
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 22GP 1G 8A 9P 12PIM<em>
Playoffs</em> | n/a
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 19 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 6th Defensemen<strong>
League Rank:</strong> 2nd USHL | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 5th USA<em> </em></pre>
<p style="text-align: left;">When you are 14 years old and you commit to play hockey at the University of Michigan, people are going to expect big things from you.  Such is the case with USNTDP defenseman <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/jon-merrill/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Jon Merrill">Jon Merrill</a>.  Scouts, GM’s, and coaches have had plenty of opportunities to assess the skills and potential of Merrill over the past few years.   Most seem to agree that he is a sure top 20 pick in the upcoming draft.  The question is has Merrill met the lofty expectations heaped upon him since he made that verbal commitment to the Wolverines?  Some would say yes.  Others might say otherwise. Once that question is answered, teams will have to determine Merrill’s upside and ability to improve upon the skills that he does possess.</p>
<p>Defensively, Merrill is good at maintaining gap control and is able to adjust his skating to that of the attacking forward.  When he needs to, he has another gear to close the gap when he has support or the puck carrier mishandles the puck.  He’ll need to play at that high level more often as he progresses.  Merrill has an active stick that is poised to poke check and is very good at forcing the puck carrier wide and not getting beat to the inside.  Once he gets a good angle, he easily rubs the puck carrier into the boards with an effective body check.  Any discussion on Merrill has to mention his 6’3” 198lb frame.  He’ll only get bigger and stronger as he continues to mature physically.  Offensively, Merrill makes good, safe decisions.  He makes a nice first pass and can do so equally well on his forehand or backhand.  Merrill does not possess the booming shot from the point on the power play but he’s effective in putting it toward the net for deflections and rebounds.  Another trait teams should like is</p>
<p>that when Merrill gets the puck in his zone or the neutral zone, he keeps it moving forward.   He’s very decisive and skates through open ice with conviction until he dishes it off, dumps it in or takes it himself.  However, Merrill’s best attribute has to be his hockey smarts and ability to seemingly always be in the right spot.  He reads the attack and is able to anticipate passes and loose pucks.</p>
<p>Add it all up, and you have a good defenseman who looks to have the ability to improve.  How much he can improve will determine whether or not Merrill will live up to the hype that has followed him through his career thus far.</p>
<p><strong>Pros</strong>: Hockey IQ, defensive techniques, size and strength</p>
<p><strong>Cons</strong>: May have already reached his potential</p>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3366ff;">#19. <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/nick-bjugstad/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Nick Bjugstad">Nick Bjugstad</a> | C | Blaine (HS-Minnesota)<br />
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> July 17th, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.04
<strong>Weight:</strong> 188lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> R
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 25GP 29G 31A 60P 24PIM<em>
Playoffs</em> | n/a
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 15 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 13th Forwards<strong>
League Rank:</strong> 1st HS-Minnesota | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 6th USA</pre>
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<p>At, 6’4” 188lbs, <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/nick-bjugstad/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Nick Bjugstad">Nick Bjugstad</a> stands out among his Minnesota High School peers.  However, it is the effortless way in which Bjugstad goes about his business that has scouts excited about this kid’s potential.   Another word to describe Bjugstad’s play is smooth.  He has such a nice stride that it looks like he’s not moving, but you see him routinely win races for pucks and separate from opposing players.  Of course, he has a great reach that allows him to get to those pucks and protect it, but the skating is definitely there.  It will only get better as Bjugstad can easily add strength to his frame that will make him faster.  Bjugstad also has the puck handling, passing and shooting skills that any team would love to have in a player his size.   As strong as his skills are, Bjugstad’s greatest asset might be his hockey sense.  At times, he can make a mockery of opposing players by just knowing where they are going to throw the puck even before they do.  He’ll just peel off, go to a spot and wait for the puck to come to him….and it does.  That may also be an indictment of the caliber of players that Bjugstad plays against, but you can’t deny his ability to anticipate the play.</p>
<p>Another intangible strength of Bjugstad is his determination.  He had the opportunity to play for the USNTDP or perhaps another team in the USHL.  Instead, Bjugstad valued his experience at Blaine High School with his friends and teammates and elected for one last season.  Knowing that he was perhaps not going to develop as quickly had he taken the USNTDP route,  Bjugstad elected to complete both his Junior and Senior years in High School through an accelerated graduation program ensuring that he could move on to the Minnesota Golden Gophers one year early.  Also, Bjugstad took it upon himself to get a level of training and nutritional guidance that was more on par with what he was passing up with the US team at Ann Arbor.  Bjugstad deserves full marks for seeing his plan through.  Ironically, that decision might be the only negative on Bjugstad.</p>
<p>Although he received the Mr. Hockey award given annually to the top Minnesota High School player, that distinction does not guarantee NHL or even NCAA success.  Minnesota High School competition is highly regarded but not as much as the other options Bjugstad had.  In addition, the University of Minnesota program has been criticized recently by at least two NHL organizations questioning their ability to properly develop players for the NHL.  Each NHL team has there own opinion on if those factors make Bjugstad a risky prospect.</p>
<p><strong>Pros</strong>: Hockey sense, Size, physical skills and athleticism</p>
<p><strong>Cons</strong>: Level of competition</p>
<p><strong>Skillset Comparison</strong>: Ryan Getzlaf</p>
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		<title>#21 Jack Campbell – 2010 Scouting Report</title>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3366ff;">#21.   <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/jack-campbell/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Jack Campbell">Jack Campbell</a> | G | USNTDP (USHL)<br />
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> January 9th, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.03
<strong>Weight:</strong> 175lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> L
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 6-3-1 2.21GAA .917SV% 1SO
<em>Playoffs</em> | n/a
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> NR | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 1st Goalies<strong>
League Rank:</strong> 3rd USHL | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 7th USA</pre>
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/jack-campbell/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Jack Campbell">Jack Campbell</a> was asked to describe his  play and he said simply, “I win big games”.  That cannot be  disputed as Campbell led the USA to the U18 Championship last month  and came off the bench to backstop the Americans to a gold medal vs.  Canada at the WJC days shy of his 18th birthday.  Scouts,  GM’s and coaches will surely scrutinize Campbell’s physical skills  and to what potential they will develop, but Campbell’s mental toughness   and ability to win championships are what set him apart from all goalies   in this year’s draft. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Campbell does have all the tools  necessary  to succeed in the NHL.  His butterfly style allows him to take  away the bottom of the net with his pads. He possesses a quick glove  and blocker that stop pucks targeted for the upper corners.  A  particular  strength is that Campbell’s upper body remains upright when he  butterflies  and he has great balance.  This is evident when you watch Campbell  make a save and then instantly square up to the rebound.    Campbell is very active in the crease as he is good at moving side to  side as well as skating out to take away angles and quickly retreating  back to the net.  Campbell’s confidence is obvious as he is in  control of the game when the puck is in his end whether he is making  a save, moving the puck, communicating with his defensemen or sensing  when to take a face off. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">The only knock on Campbell is that  he is so confident in his ability to make the save, he can sometimes  make it more difficult on himself.  Rather than rely upon proper  technique, Campbell can make saves through sheer athleticism.   That will prove to be a valuable attribute (think Marc-Andre Fleury  vs. Nicklas Lidstrom  last year Game 7) but it won’t be enough  for a long, successful career.  The team who drafts Campbell will  have to determine how to permit his swagger and confidence while  developing  his ability to recognize when to control it.  If they are successful,  Campbell’s track record suggests they will have drafted the goalie  who can lead them to a Stanley Cup.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Pros</strong>: Sound techniques, great  athleticism,  mental toughness, ability to win big games</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Cons</strong>:  Makes easy saves more difficult</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Skillset Comparison</strong>: Marc-Andre Fleury </span></p>
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> June 25th, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 5.10
<strong>Weight:</strong> 193lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> L
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 60GP 33G 50A 83P 18PIM
<em>Playoffs</em> | 3GP 3G 0A 3P 0PIM
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 29 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 17th Forwards<strong>
League Rank:</strong> 4th USHL | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 12th Canada</pre>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">The easiest way to sum up Jaden  Schwartz  is this:  he produces points.  Whether he is deflecting shots  in front, picking corners on wrist and slap shots, or threading passes  to his Tri City Storm teammates so they can finish, Schwartz possess  all the offensive skills necessary to be considered a first round pick  in this years draft.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Schwarz’s hockey sense and knack of  having the puck follow him stand out above all else.  He is able  to sense the amount of time he has to pass, shoot or skate the puck  and exhibits great patience when he does have time.  Schwartz has  soft, quick hands and is able to handle bouncing pucks or gather pucks  from his feet.  Schwartz also has the ability to handle the puck  close to his body in tight traffic or carry the puck out in front of  him as he attacks defensemen with the intent of getting around them.    Schwartz can make the soft saucer pass or the crisp tape to tape pass. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"> Schwartz’s isn’t a great skater but he moves equally well to his  right or left and also doesn’t lose speed when he has the puck.   In fact, he almost looks quicker when he does have the puck.  When  he does have the puck, in any zone, he exudes a confidence that makes  you watch him because you know he will do something good with it.    You will often see him win battles on the boards against bigger stronger   opposition through his skill and determination to have the puck.   When Schwartz does not have the puck, he is very good at providing  support  and makes himself an easy outlet to receive the puck.  Defensively,  Schwartz is effective in playing his position, backchecks with a purpose   and will even block shots when needed. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">The only negative to Schwartz’s game  is his size.  He will need to get bigger than the listed 5’10”  180lbs since his skating is not quite strong enough to compensate.   If Schwartz gets bigger and faster, he’s sure to contribute as a top  6 forward at the NHL level. </span></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Pros</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">:</span><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"> </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Superb offensive puck skills,  reliable defensive player</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Cons</strong>:  Strength and high end speed</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Skill set Comparison</strong>:  Patrick Kane</span></p>
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<pre><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> January 17th, 1992
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.01
<strong>Weight:</strong> 178lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> R
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 67GP 15G 45A 60P 38PIM
<em>Playoffs</em> | 17GP 8G 11A 19P 14PIM
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 25 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 21st Forwards
<strong>League Rank:</strong> 3rd QMJHL | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 5th Russia</pre>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Over the past few years the “Russian  Factor” has impacted the NHL draft in that teams aren’t certain  that the Russian players will commit to an NHL career.  Stanislav  Galiev appears to have taken steps to ease that fear.  While many  prospects choose to stay in Russia through their draft year and beyond,  Galiev took an unconventional route by completing 2 entire seasons prior   to being drafted.  As a 16 year old, Galiev came to North America   to play in the USHL as a member of the Clark Cup champion Indiana Ice  in 2008-2009 prior to completing this season with the Saint John Seadogs   of the QMJHL.  It appears that Galiev has adjusted off the ice  as well as on the ice and seems prepared to embark on a productive NHL  career.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Galiev’s creativity stands out as you  watch him play.  He is able to generate offense for himself through  some nifty puck handling as well as the ability to get shots on goal  from anywhere in the offensive zone.  Galiev is also adept at drawing  defensemen toward him and then quickly floating a pass to an open  teammate.   Galiev sees the ice well and anticipates the play developing.   He often makes passes to open areas for his linemates or pinching  defenseman  to skate into.  Galiev is a good skater with a quick first step  and acceleration.  He also has a nice wide base that allows him  to have good balance and an ability to protect the puck against bigger,  stronger players.  That skill will only improve as Galiev adds  some muscle to his 178lb. frame.  Galiev is very confidant and  willing to handle the puck along the boards as well as pay the price  in front of the net.  Offensively, the hope is that Galiev can  improve his finishing skills.  He was 4<sup>th</sup> on his team  with 175 shots on goal but had a paltry 8.6% shooting pct.  On  the plus side as mentioned earlier, Galiev’s has a knack of finding  the net.  However, at times he may have been able to exercise a  little more patience instead of forcing a shot. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;">Defensively, Galiev will back check with  the same determination as he would a loose puck in the offensive zone.   He also is effective on the forecheck with his speed and takes the  proper  angle.  Galiev just needs to be as strong on the puck in the defensive  zone as he is in the offensive zone.  At times, when he intercepts  the puck in his own zone, he appears uncertain as to what he should  do with it.  Also, while Galiev doesn’t shy away from contact,  he doesn’t protect the puck as well in his own zone as he does when  he’s generating offense.  He just needs to develop a better  understanding  of the defensive game and gain confidence in his decision making in  that regard.  Galiev’s decision to come to North America at an  early age could be seen as indicative of his dedication to developing  into the best NHL player he can be.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Pros</strong>:   Offensive creativity  and skills</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Cons</strong>:  Needs to be more aware defensively,  could use goal scoring ability to match chances</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><strong>Skillset comparison</strong>:  Claude Giroux</span></p>
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		<title>#30. Riley Sheahan &#8211; 2010 Scouting Report</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 13:30:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>RichMichalowski</dc:creator>
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<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #3366ff;">#30. <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/riley-sheahan/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Riley Sheahan">Riley Sheahan</a> | C | Notre Dame (NCAA)</span></h4>
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<pre style="text-align: left;"><strong>Date of Birth:</strong> December 7th, 1991
<strong>Height:</strong> 6.02
<strong>Weight:</strong> 202lbs.
<strong>Shoots:</strong> L
<strong>Season Statistics:</strong> <em>Regular Season</em> | 37GP 6G 11A 17P 22PIM<em>
Playoffs</em> | n/a
<strong>TSR Midterm Rank:</strong> 22 | <strong>Position Rank:</strong> 22nd Forwards
<strong>League Rank:</strong> 2nd NCAA | <strong>Country Rank:</strong> 15th Canada</pre>
<p>The Notre Dame Fighting Irish had high hopes for the 2009-2010 season.  However, a rash of injuries and inconsistent play led to disappointing results.  One of the bright spots was the play and emergence of <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/riley-sheahan/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Riley Sheahan">Riley Sheahan</a> as not only a contributing player in his freshman season, but as a legitimate NHL prospect.</p>
<p>Sheahan started the season as the one of the youngest players at the NCAA level.  However, he soon showed up on scouts’ radars as a potential top 10 pick in this year’s draft.  Sheahan has all the tools that can’t be taught.  In addition to his 6’1 ½” 202 lb. frame, he displayed an uncanny ability to play defensive hockey that defies his age.  Sheahan plays a very disciplined game and never allows himself to get trapped as a third forward in deep.  In fact, Sheahan is regularly in position to be a third defenseman skating backwards through the neutral zone.  Sheahan has a good stick in the defensive and neutral zones and automatically takes away passing lanes when his team loses possession.  Sheahan also is good at recognizing when to force a puck carrier or buy time for his defense or backchecking forwards.  Sheahan also has the awareness to cover for rushing defenseman.  When you see Sheahan on the ice directing his teammates and barking out instructions, it’s hard to imagine him as a 17 year old freshman at the season’s start.  Coach Jeff Jackson had no hesitation in having Sheahan handle the point on the power play and wasn’t afraid to leave him on the ice once the penalty was over.</p>
<p>Offensively, Sheahan has a good skill set.  He skates well, passes well and uses his body to protect the puck.  He also has very quick hands and handles the puck well.  However, Sheahan was only able to net 6 goals in 37 games and you would like to see more production out of a forward projected to go in the first round.   It’s possible that he was simply adjusting to the rigors of NCAA hockey and contributed through his strong defensive play.  He’ll need to focus on being more confident with the puck next year to keep his development on track.  If so, he should have a very long, productive NHL career.  If not, at the very least he should serve as a solid 3rd line shut-down center.</p>
<p>Any <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/scouting-report/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Scouting Report">scouting report</a> on Sheahan would be remiss if it did not mention his alcohol related arrest this spring.  Was this just another college kid who had a momentary lapse of good judgment or does this indicate some sort of character flaw?  That will be up to each NHL team to decide.</p>
<p><strong>Pros </strong>:  Great defensive player with excellent awareness and hockey sense.</p>
<p><strong>Cons</strong>:  Lack of production to match skill set as season wore on.</p>
<p><strong>Skillset comparison</strong>: Jordan Staal</p>
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		<title>Cedar Rapids 2010 NHL Draft Prospects</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:54:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>RichMichalowski</dc:creator>
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<pre>The Cedar Rapids Roughriders have 2 forwards who may be called to the podium at the NHL draft in June.</pre>
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<strong><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/derek-deblois/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Derek Deblois">Derek Deblois</a>              F          5’10”    177</strong><br />
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<p>Deblois projects as an offensive player and point producer.  He has quick hands and is able to handle the puck in traffic.  Deblois is equally adept at giving and receiving passes on his backhand.  He is also very calm with the puck and will make the quick pass if needed or he can hold the puck and wait for the play to develop.  Deblois has all shot types in his arsenal.  I can’t say that he has a hard shot but he is able to get it on net with a good release.  Deblois really impressed with his toughness and willingness to pay the price in front of the net.  He has a knack for getting open but when a defenseman played the body, Deblois battled for position and got his stick free for deflections.  Deblois was very disciplined and never rattled on those occasions.  He continued to go about his business with a workman-like resolve.</p>
<p>Deblois weaknesses are that he lacked speed and explosiveness.   He showed a willingness to backcheck but couldn’t get back quickly enough after some of the battles in front.  His puck skills in traffic are a nice attribute but his inability to separate himself from defenders might inhibit him at the next level.  Also, as much as he showed a willingness to take punishment in front, he was knocked off balance enough to notice that he could improve his lower body strength.  Deblois will have to gain some muscle at Michigan but I’m not sure if that will improve his balance and quickness or slow him down.<br />
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<strong><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/michael-parks/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Michael Parks">Michael Parks</a>              F          5’10”    184</strong><br />
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<p>Parks showed the speed and explosiveness lacking in Deblois’ game.  In doing so, Parks displayed a keen hockey sense in that he knew when to skate at full speed and when to back off and maintain his good positioning.  Parks played well in his own end and kept his head on a swivel to ensure that his man would not get open for a pass.  He showed discipline in keeping his stick in the passing lane at all times.  Parks was called upon often to kill penalties and on one occasion, killed 30 seconds on his own by exploding through the neutral zone to catch the puck carrier, strip him of the puck, send it back to the his D to dump it in then did the same thing as Youngstown came back through the neutral zone.  </p>
<p>Parks looked like the only player on the ice during that sequence.  His determination and his hockey smarts are the attributes that will suit him as he develops at North Dakota.  While there, Parks will need to develop more confidence and skills with the puck.  Parks was good at getting to open ice and finding the open man to pass to but he did not have the puck as much as I would have liked to see.</p>

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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:49:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>I had the chance to check out the Indiana Ice for another look at some of the 2010 draft eligible prospects.  I also had my first look at <a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/jacob-fallon/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Jacob Fallon">Jacob Fallon</a> since he left the USA U-18 team.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/jacob-fallon/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Jacob Fallon">Jacob Fallon</a>               F          5’10”               180</strong></p>
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<p>Fallon seems to play and look bigger than 5’10 180.  He’s a powerful skater with good balance and he uses his edges well.  He is also very strong on the puck whether he is handling it in traffic or if he needs to make a hard pass or dump-in.  Fallon played well without the puck and was a very responsible player in all 3 zones as well as a physical presence.  At times, he seemed tentative in getting to open ice in the neutral zone….possibly a result of becoming acclimated to his new team.  When he had the puck, Fallon possessed another gear and was able to take the puck hard into the zone while protecting it.  Fallon certainly looks like a hockey player and stands out with strong techniques in all facets of his game and a player who does the little things well.  Whether or not his offensive skills develop will dictate Fallon’s role as a second liner or third liner in college and beyond.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/nick-mattson/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Nick Mattson">Nick Mattson</a>             D         6’1”                 190</strong></p>
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<p>I was a big fan prior to this season but I have to say that I’ve been somewhat disappointed in Mattson’s play.  Mattson has the tools and plays with such ease that you expect to see more production and fewer mistakes than you actually get from him.  Mattson might be the type of player who plays up to the level of competition which will make his time at North Dakota critical to his development.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/john-parker/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with John Parker">John Parker</a>                F          5’11”               180</strong></p>
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<p>Parker is a well rounded player who also plays well without the puck.  He’s called upon to kill penalties as well as match up against the opponent’s top offensive players.  However, Parker just has not mustered the offensive production to match his skill set.  It’s hard to imagine a team taking a shot on him in June.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tag/brian-ferlin/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Brian Ferlin">Brian Ferlin</a>                F          6’1”                 196</strong></p>
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<p>Ferlin on the other hand, does have offensive abilities and potential to develop them even further.  He’s a slick stick handler and has the confidence to attack the net with the puck.  He also has the knack to be in places where the puck comes to him.  Ferlin just needs to improve his skating and continue to refine his skills.  He’s certainly worth a mid to late round pick on a team willing to wait for him to develop in college.</p>

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