#9 LC Justin Kea | 6.04 | 201lbs | 02/07/94 | 2012 Eligible

21GP 1G 1A 2P +4 25PIM

Selected in the first round in this past OHL Priority Selection with the 13th pick, Kea was the only 16 year old in the Saginaw lineup on Sunday. His size is imposing, but his role is a limited one this season. He saw mostly limited fourth line duty and didn’t have much of an impact on the game. Next year he’ll have a much bigger opportunity but I’m not sure about how much of an NHL prospect he’ll be. He reminds me a lot of Peterborough’s Justin Larson as they have similar skill-sets and comparable size as centers.

#10 RW Jordan Szwarz | 6.00 | 192lbs | 05/14/91 | PHX 09′ (4/97)

21GP 7G 13A 20P +14 35PIM

I’ve always had a lot of time for Szwarz and he’s developed into a great second line OHL player on a competitive team, like Saginaw. Now donning the captaincy in his fourth year with the club, Szwarz is a versatile player who can play on any line as well as on the special teams. He’s not an overly dynamic player, but he is very responsible positionally and he’s got good hockey sense. He can be a threat in the offensive zone and is good down low where he’s a pretty shifty player. I would have to think he’ll be signed by Phoenix and in the AHL next season but I’m not sure he has much NHL potential at this point.

#15 LW Anthony Camara | 6.01 | 194lbs | 09/04/93 | 2011 Eligible

19GP 4G 1A 5P -5 37PIM

His numbers are far from gaudy, but Camara is quietly a player that you love to have on your team. While he isn’t a real potent offensive threat, he can play with your big guns and generate some time and space for them. A fine example of this was how Head Coach Todd Watson was comfortable giving him a lot of ice time with Brandon Saad and Vincent Trocheck. Camara is a good skater and has decent size, but he’s more than willing to sacrifice his body and is very effective on the forecheck. As I said, his offensive tools and awareness aren’t anything to rave about, but he knows his role and because of that, it wouldn’t be a stretch to see an NHL team take a look at him towards the end of the draft.

#19 RW Michael Kantor | 6.00 | 198lbs | 02/02/92 | 2011 Eligible

19GP 7G 1A 8P +1 51PIM

I thought Kantor might have an outside chance of being drafted last season after making the jump to the OHL from the NAHL, however his name went uncalled in June. Fast forward a season and I’m still on the fence on this one. Kantor is another guy that really can bring a physical element and can certainly impact a game using his fists as he is no stranger to dropping the gloves. Supplement that with the fact that he is capable of making an impact on the score-sheet and he does have some value. He wasn’t great on Sunday and I know he can be inconsistent, but if he can show his grit on a more consistent basis and continue to find the back of the net, he could be a player that draws some interest on his second time around in the draft.

#21 RD Ryan O’Connor | 5.10 | 189lbs | 01/02/92 | 2011 Eligible

15GP 1G 8A 9P +8 10PIM

A lot of people were probably hoping the undersized defenseman would be drafted last June, but he was also bypassed. Frankly, his game has taken positive steps forward in his third year and he’s a lot more comfortable playing 5 on 5, moving the puck, and playing better defensively. However, with that being said, he just doesn’t really have the tools to play at the NHL level. His skating is still pretty average and his skillset isn’t enough to make up for it. He’ll continue to develop into a very solid OHL defenseman, but don’t expect him to be drafted next June, either.

#22 LW Brandon Saad | 6.02 | 211lbs | 10/27/92 | 2011 Eligible

20GP 12G 11A 23P +10 16PIM

I was really excited to get a look at Saad for the first time in the OHL, and I have to say it was a pretty impressive showing for the Pennsylvania native. Riding shot-gun to Vincent Trocheck most of the game, Saad was very effective, utilizing his size and speed to draw a couple of penalties as he gave the Brampton defense a lot of trouble with their gap control. Saad had some good chances offensively and finished off a nice cross ice pass as well. He’s definitely got Top 10 written all over him as there’s a lot to like about him. However, I think I can comfortably say that he’s not quite at the level that Gabriel Landeskog is right now. I would have liked Saad to compete a little harder and I didn’t think he played with as much grit as I would of liked from a player his size. Those are the two components that separate Landeskog from Saad at this point.

#24 LW Ivan Telegin | 6.04 | 188lbs | 02/28/92 | Atl 10′ (04/101)

21GP 5G 13A 18P +14 10PIM

I was pretty impressed with Telegin on Sunday as he showed some positive progression over last season. Last year I thought Telegin competed hard and went to the dirty areas, but beyond standing in front of the net, his effectiveness was pretty limited. Sunday he was a lot more engaged in the corners and won a lot of puck battles to maintain some offensive zone pressure. He probably lacks the high-end skill to be a top six player in the NHL, but he seems to be committed to taking the North American route and as he fills out, he could be a guy that carves his way into a third line role as a big body forward.

#25 LW Josh Shalla | 6.02 | 183lbs | 09/25/91 | 2011 Eligible

21GP 16G 3A 19P +3 14PIM

There isn’t much doubting Josh Shalla’s ability to score at the OHL level, as he’s clearly developed into one of the premier snipers in the league. He found the back of the net twice on Sunday, including one very nice shot where his release was simply too much for Riley to handle in goal. While goal scoring certainly isn’t an issue for him at this level, he isn’t a great skater and he doesn’t compete overly hard, which both pose a lot of questions towards his effectiveness as a professional. That’s why he went undrafted last season and he will likely be back for an overage season in the OHL as well.

#89 RC Vincent Trocheck | 5.11 | 180lbs | 07/11/93 | 2011 Eligible

21GP 10G 12A 22P +7 30PIM

Like Saad, I was also really looking forward to seeing Trocheck live as he’s been putting together a pretty good season thus far. I was a little impartial to him on Sunday, however. He’s an opportunistic player who has good creativity and offensive instincts, but he was a little too easy to neutralize and knock off the puck as well. Some shifts he was very effective, like one where he created a turnover in his own zone and skated to the other end and shelfed a quick snap shot from the faceoff dot to the left of Riley, but others he was lazy and was not skating nearly as hard as he should have been. At this point I would got out on a limb and say he’s probably a third or fourth round type of prospect. I think some teams might be willing to step on him a little earlier, but there are some question marks in his game that will effect his ability to be an NHL player.

#93 LC Michael Sgarbossa | 5.11 | 175lbs | 07/25/92 | Signed San Jose 2010

21GP 5G 11A 16P -2 20PIM

After going undrafted in June, Sgarbossa was part of a trio of undrafted players that were signed by the San Jose Sharks during the rookie free agent signing window. I’ve always liked the things that Sgarbossa brings to the table as he’s a quality offensive player with good hands and the ability to create things in the offensive zone. He also has the ability to impact the game with some well timed physical play as well as those pest attributes that have become synonymous with many NHL players. He struggles a lot with consistency however. On Sunday he was rendered largely ineffective, while other games he can be a force if he’s on his game. If he can add some strength to his frame and bring those components to the table on a more consistent basis, he could make an NHL career out of it.

Be sure to check out the rest of our Top 100: (1-25) (26-50) (51-75) (76-100)

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#51. Johan Larsson | LW | Brynas Jr. (SELIT)

Date of Birth: July 25th, 1992
Height: 5.10Weight: 200lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 40GP 15G 19A 34P 80PIM
Playoffs | 5GP 1G 1A 2P 2PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 38th Forwards
League Rank: 2nd SELIT | Country Rank: 3rd Sweden

Larsson isn’t the most flashy player, but his supreme work ethic and willingness to compete are both attributes that make him a quality prospect. He was exceptional in the Under 18′s for Sweden, notching 14 points in only 5 games, and could see his stock climb even higher on draft day as he’s a player who has really made a name for himself recently.

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#52. Geoffrey Schemitsch | D | Owen Sound (OHL)

Date of Birth: April 1st, 1992
Height: 6.01
Weight: 180lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 62GP 4G 36A 40P 26PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 40 | Position Rank: 12th Defensemen
League Rank: 14th OHL | Country Rank: 23rd Canada

One of the big surprises of the 2009/2010 OHL Season, Schemitsch had a tremendous season after seemingly coming out of nowhere. He’s one of the better puck moving defensemen in the draft and has tremendous poise and composure. There are still some flaws in his game, such as defensive positioning and adding strength, but he has a ton of upside moving forward.

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#53. Tom Kühnhackl | RW | Landshut (GERD2)

Date of Birth: January 21st, 1992
Height: 6.02Weight: 175lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 38GP 12G 9A 21P 38PIM
Playoffs | 6GP 0G 0A 0P 2PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 51 | Position Rank: 39th Forwards
League Rank: 1st GERD2 | Country Rank: 1st Germany

He’s a big forward who moves well and has a solid goal scoring touch. Some may have expected more from the German this season, but he still managed to produce well playing in a Men’s league. He’ll be transitioning over the pond to Windsor next year, where many North Americans will have a better gauge on his development.

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#54. Brandon Davidson | D | Regina (WHL)

Date of Birth: August 21st, 1991
Height: 6.02
Weight: 194lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 59GP 1G 32A 33P 37PIM - Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 54 | Position Rank: 13th Defensemen | League Rank: 13th WHL | Country Rank: 24th Canada

Davidson is a player who you probably won’t notice much on the ice, which caters well to his style of play. He’s not overly physical and he won’t blow you away with any puck skills, but he simply does a good job of executing his role. He moves the puck well up the ice, is rarely caught out of position, and is a dependable defenseman who can be effective in any situation.

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#55. Brock Beukeboom | D | Sault Ste. Marie (OHL)

Date of Birth: April 1st, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 199lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 66GP 7G 19A 26P 64PIM
Playoffs | 1GP 0G 0A 0P 0PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 44 | Position Rank: 14th Defensemen
League Rank: 15th OHL | Country Rank: 25th Canada

Beukeboom exploded out of the gates this season before cooling down and now settling in as a projected late second round pick. He’s got a lot of good skills, but has struggled to find an identity in his game. When he uses his size and physicality more, he’s a lot more effective as a reliable two-way defenseman who can chip in offensively as well.

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Beuekeboom is the son of former NHLer Jeff Beukeboom. Photo (The Hockey News)

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#56. Mark Alt | D | Cretin-Derham (HS-MIN)

Date of Birth: October 18th, 1991
Height: 6.03
Weight: 199lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 22GP 6G 9A 15P 12PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 15th Defensemen
League Rank: 3rd HS-MIN | Country Rank: 18th USA

The Cretin-Derham defenseman is still very raw despite being a late 91, although it won’t be a huge concern for NHL teams. His combination of size and ability to dictate the pace of the play are both qualities that give him a lot of potential moving forward. He’ll be attending the University of Minnesota where he will be best served with at least three years of development.

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#57. Curtis Hamilton | LW | Saskatoon (WHL)

Date of Birth: December 4th, 1991
Height: 6.03
Weight: 202lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 26GP 7G 9A 16P 6PIM
Playoffs | 5GP 2G 1A 3P 6PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 40th Forwards
League Rank: 14th WHL | Country Rank: 26th Canada

Has flown somewhat under the radar this season, especially after missing substantial time with injuries, including a broken collarbone. He’s a big forward who moves well and projects to be an effective third line winger who can compete hard and bring a physical element to his team.

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#58. Steven Shipley | C | Owen Sound (OHL)

Date of Birth: April 22nd, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 200lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 68GP 23G 40A 63P 32PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 41st Forwards
League Rank: 16th OHL | Country Rank: 27th Canada

Shipley’s stock has been hit or miss this season, despite having a very productive sophomore year. His offensive skill level is pretty high and he does have good size, but his skating is a major concern when assessing his NHL potential. It wouldn’t be a shock to see him go a touch higher than this, but he’ll really need to work on his skating the next couple of years if he wants to be a legitimate NHL prospect.

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#59. Maxim Kitsyn | LW | Novokuznetsk (KHL)

Date of Birth: December 24th, 1991
Height: 6.02
Weight: 194lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 21GP 1G 1A 2P 12PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 42 | Position Rank: 42nd Forwards
League Rank: 3rd KHL | Country Rank: 6th Russia

One of the more talented forwards in the draft with some of the best hands, Kitsyn has been a bit of an enigma this year. Once considered to be a surefire first round talent, Kitsyn bounced between the KHL and MHL this season and wasn’t overly impressive at the World Juniors. Despite the typical Russian concerns, Kitsyn could be a high reward type selection in the second round.

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#60. Kent Simpson | G | Everett (WHL)

Date of Birth: March 26th, 1992
Height: 6.01
Weight: 183lbs.
Catches: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 22-9-1-0 2.26GAA .925SV% 1SO
Playoffs | 2-3-0 2.62GAA .908SV% 1SO
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 3rd Goalies
League Rank: 15th WHL | Country Rank: 28th Canada

Simpson is a very solid technical goalie who doesn’t have an abundance of weaknesses in his game. He was very steady for Everett this year, and parlayed his strong play into an appearance with the Canadian Under 18 team. Despite some shaky play there, he has solidified himself as the third best goalie available and should go in the late second round as a result of a weak draft for goaltenders.

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Simpson was strong in goal for Everett this year as a 17 year old.

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#61. Devante Smith-Pelly | LW | Mississauga (OHL)

Date of Birth: June 14th, 1992
Height: 5.11
Weight: 180lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 60GP 29G 33A 62P 35PIM
Playoffs | 16GP 8G 6A 14P 20PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 38 | Position Rank: 43rd Forwards
League Rank: 17th OHL | Country Rank: 29th Canada

Smith-Pelly made some big strides early, almost putting himself into first round contention, but slowed down a bit as the season progressed. He’s got some grit in his game, and is willing to pay the price occasionally, but his consistency is a bit of a concern. His fitness level has been questioned by some, and will be another concern he will need to address in the near future.

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#62. Jakub Culek | C | Rimouski (QMJHL)

Date of Birth: September 7th, 1992
Height: 6.04
Weight: 195lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 63GP 13G 34A 47P 54PIM
Playoffs | 12GP 6G 3A 9P 4PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 35 | Position Rank: 44th Forwards
League Rank: 5th QMJHL | Country Rank: 2nd Czech Republic

He has a prototypical package of great size, good speed and potential moving forward, but failed to put it together as the season wore on. He’s one of the youngest players in the draft, however, and will be a solid addition to any prospect pool at this point in the draft.

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#63. Martin Marincin | D | Slovakia U20 (SLO)

Date of Birth: February 18th, 1992
Height: 6.04
Weight: 187lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 24GP 2G 3A 5P 30PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 16th Defensemen
League Rank: 1st SLO | Country Rank: 1st Slovakia

Made some head waves for himself after a good showing at the Under 18′s this year, and has put himself back on the prospect radar. He also appeared in the World Juniors as a 17 year old for Slovakia. Marincin is a big defender who can play with a physical edge and could even hear his name in round two if a team really likes the package he brings to the table.

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#64. Dalton Smith | LW | Ottawa (OHL)

Date of Birth: June 30th, 1992
Height: 6.01
Weight: 195lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 62GP 21G 23A 44P 129PIM
Playoffs | 12GP 3G 3A 6P 27PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 55 | Position Rank: 45th Forward
League Rank: 18th OHL | Country Rank: 30th Canada

His name has been tossed around at a lot of different places in the draft, but it’s hard to envision a team letting him slip much further than this. His skating is a major concern, but it has been improving, but there’s a lot more to his game. Smith is a very physical player and will drop the gloves whenever he has to. He’s got some offensive skill and is willing to take the puck to the net. He’s a player with good upside moving forward and has a pro style game.

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#65. Stephen Silas | D | Belleville (OHL)

Date of Birth: June 26th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 190lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 66GP 4G 45A 49P 61PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 56 | Position Rank: 17th Defensemen
League Rank: 19th OHL | Country Rank: 31st Canada

A very similar player to his teammate, Shawn Lalonde, Silas is also going to project to go around the same point in the NHL Entry Draft as Lalonde. He’s a very smooth skater with great puck moving capabilities, which are especially emphasized on the big ice in Belleville. His defensive game needs considerable refinement, however, which will be the likely catalyst that pushes him to the early third round.

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Silas was productive after taking on a much bigger role with the rebuilding Bulls. Photo (bellevillebulls.com)

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#66. Brandon Archibald | D | Sault Ste. Marie (OHL)

Date of Birth: March 31st, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 200lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 68GP 5G 28A 33P 81PIM
Playoffs | 5GP 1G 1A 2P 6PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 53 | Position Rank:18th Defensemen
League Rank: 20th OHL | Country Rank: 32nd Canada

An intriguing prospect who logged a lot of big minutes for the Greyhounds last season. He’s a good skater who found a bit of an offensive touch this year with a bigger opportunity. He’s an effective stick checker, but is still prone to over committing on the man in the defensive zone. He’ll definitely be a player that will be worth following in the next couple of seasons.

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#67. Ryan Martindale | C | Ottawa (OHL)

Date of Birth: October 27th, 1991
Height: 6.03
Weight: 182lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 61GP 19G 41A 60P 37PIM
Playoffs | 12GP 4G 5A 9P 6PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 45 | Position Rank:46th Forward
League Rank: 21st OHL | Country Rank: 33rd Canada

Martindale has first round skill coupled with late round competitiveness. At times he can dominate a game, and at other times, you will struggle to realize he’s on the ice. Martindale could be a steal if he can find some passion and drive in his game and utilize his size, but if he doesn’t he’ll have a rough adjustment to professional hockey.

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#68. Austin Madaisky | D | Kamloops (WHL)

Date of Birth: January 30th, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 199lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 65GP 7G 20A 27P 74PIM
Playoffs | 4GP 3G 3A 6P 6PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 58 | Position Rank:19th Defensemen
League Rank: 16th WHL | Country Rank: 34th Canada

Madaisky has had a good opportunity to raise his awareness after being dealt to the Kamploops Blazers in a mid-season deal. He’s a very reliable player defensively, but really showed his offensive side in an increased role with the Blazers.

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#69. Justin Faulk | D | USNTDP (USHL)

Date of Birth: March 20th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 196lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 21GP 9G 3A 12P 46PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 52 | Position Rank:20th Defensemen
League Rank: 8th USHL | Country Rank: 19th USA

Faulk’s fitness level has been something that has dogged him all year despite a fairly noteworthy season. He’s got great offensive tools, including a good shot, and makes very good decisions with the puck. He’ll be attending the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where he’ll have a good opportunity to play against stronger players which will help aid his development.

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#70. Kevin Sundher | C | Chilliwack (WHL)

Date of Birth: January 18th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 188lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 72GP 25G 36A 61P 101PIM
Playoffs | 6GP 3G 2A 5P 4PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank:47th Forward
League Rank: 17th WHL | Country Rank: 35th Canada

Another prospect that really flew under the radar despite an impressive season, Sundher is a guy that projects to be a good professional player. He’s pretty creative and was one of the only offensive catalysts on a weak Bruins team this year. He also has some grit in his game, and isn’t afraid of the dirty areas on the ice.

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Sundher was one of the biggest brightspots on the Chilliwack Bruins. Photo (whl.ca)

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#71. Andrew Yogan | C | Erie (OHL)

Date of Birth: December 4th, 1991
Height: 6.03
Weight: 202lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 63GP 25G 30A 55P 97PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 60 | Position Rank:48th Forward
League Rank: 22nd OHL | Country Rank: 20th USA

Like Martindale, Yogan is another player with first round skills that will likely slip a bit in the draft. He’s a great skater for his size and has good offensive tools, although his finish is questionable. The main factor that will dog his draft stock is his lack of hockey sense and inability to effectively use his teammates.

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#72. Connor Brickley | C | Des Moines (USHL)

Date of Birth: February 25th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 190lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 52GP 22G 21A 43P 68PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 49th Forwards
League Rank: 9th USHL | Country Rank: 21st USA

Brickley has size and offensive ability which could elevate him into the top two rounds. He does, however, need to work on competing harder for loose pucks and battling in the corners more. He’s committed to the University of Vermont for the fall of 2011, and is a player who still has a lot of potential to improve in the next few years.

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#73. Ivan Telegin | LW | Saginaw (OHL)

Date of Birth: February 28th, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 185lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 51GP 26G 18A 44P 20PIM
Playoffs | 6GP 1G 1A 2P 6PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 34 | Position Rank:50th Forward
League Rank: 23rd OHL | Country Rank: 7th Russia

Telegin was a bit of a revelation at mid-season, but struggled to keep up his strong goal scoring pace throughout the second half. He’s a big guy who isn’t afraid to stand in front of the net and generates a lot of his offense from that area. His overall effectiveness, however, is a bit of a concern, and will likely hinder where he is selected.

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#74. Joonas Donskoi | RW | Karpat Jrs (FINJR)

Date of Birth: April 12th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 180lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 18GP 14G 15A 29P 2PIM
Playoffs | 12GP 5G 10A 15P 4PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank:51st Forward
League Rank: 1st FINJR | Country Rank: 3rd Finland

Donskoi has been hidden beneath the shadows of Mikael Granlund and Teemu Pulkkinen this year, but has still developed into a solid prospect. He was very strong in the Jr A. SM-Liiga and also saw time with Karpat in the SM-Liiga as his quality offensive skills allowed him to make the jump to a higher level as a 17 year old.

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#75. Patrick McNally| D | Milton Academy (HS-MA)

Date of Birth: December 4th, 1991
Height: 6.02
Weight: 180lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 27GP 14G 20A 34P
Playoffs |n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank:21st Defensemen
League Rank: 2nd HS-MA | Country Rank: 2nd USA

McNally showed considerable signs of improvement in his game this year, developing into an effective defenseman with good offensive skills. He’s currently committed to Harvard University in 2011, and will be a long-range prospect.

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Be sure to check out the rest of our Top 100: (1-25) (26-50) (51-75) (76-100)

Be sure to check out TSR’s first half of the 2010 Mid-Term Rankings with players from 1-30
http://www.thescoutingreport.org/tsrs-2010-nhl-draft-midterm-rankings-top-30-skaters/

#31. stephen JOHNS | RD | US Under 18 Team (USHL)

Johns is another one of the impressive defenders from the US Under 18 Team this year. He has very good all around skills and could be the most NHL ready defenseman out of the group of NTDP blue-liners this season. Johns plays a solid defensive game and uses his size to aid his physical game, but his offensive potential is probably pretty limited at the next level. Johns recently committed to the University of Notre Dame, but it will be interesting to see if he actually lands there as his OHL rights are held by the Windsor Spitfires, who are no strangers to plucking NCAA talent. If Johns does wind up in South Bend, he should be a very effective defenseman as a true freshman as he continues to work on his overall game.

#32. tyler TOFFOLI | RW | Ottawa 67′s (OHL)

Like Hishon, Toffoli’s draft stock has also been a victim of a poor start as the Scarborough native only managed 3 points in his first 10 games this season. Since then, Toffoli has exploded offensively and has done a good job of working his way back into first round contention. He has very good offensive instincts but the knock on his game is that he doesn’t really have any defining quality to his game at this point. Either way, if he continues to score at this clip, he should find that his stock continues to rise as the season progresses.

#33. dylan MCILRATH | RD | Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL)

It’s often rare to find a defenseman who plays with such a nasty edge to their game, but also can play a solid all around game as well. Dylan McIlrath is a perfect example of this, and his value could come at a premium as a result. Regarded as one of the most physical players in the WHL and arguably the top fighter in the league, even as a 17 year old, McIlrath is also a very steady defenseman who logs heavy minutes with the Warriors. With Travis Hamonic being dealt to the Brandon Wheat Kings, McIlrath will have even more of an opportunity to play in all situations heading down the stretch.

#34. ivan TELEGIN | LW | Saginaw Spirit (OHL)

Telegin is a player that has seemingly come out of nowhere to be a player that has worked himself into first round contention. There was some uncertainty regarding whether or not Telegin would be coming across the pond this year, but the decision to do so has really gained a lot of valuable exposure for Telegin. The big Russian uses his size to his advantage and plays a very simple game, drive the net and create traffic. His puck skills are solid, but his real forte is his net play, which is where he scores a significant portion of his goals. A Russian World Junior representative, Telegin has a lot of attributes that should translate into an effective NHL player, but his ceiling might be a concern for teams drafting in the late first to early second round.

#35. jakub CULEK | LC | Rimouski Oceanic (QMJHL)

The other half of Rimouski’s pair of Czech’s, Culek is another player that will surely contend for a 25-35 selection based on his combination of size, skill and potential. The Oceanic snagged Culek with the 37th pick in the 2009 CHL Import Draft and he has definitely impressed in his rookie season in the QMJHL. The numbers aren’t as high as they could be, but as one of the youngest players in the draft this year, there is still a lot of room for improvement. With Culek, it will be all about how much potential an NHL team sees in him, as he does have a lot of untapped skill.

#36. teemu PULKKINEN | RW | Jokerit (SM-Liiga)

Oh how the mighty have fallen. After being touted as one of the top players in the draft heading into the season, Pulkkinen has seen his draft stock deteriorate in the wake of several injuries, most recently a wrist injury that has caused him to miss most of the season. Putting the injuries aside, it’s evident that Pulkkinen does have a boatload of talent, that would probably put him in the 7-15 range if he were healthy. He’s been flying under the radar so far as a result of not playing, but if he can back into action and play well in the Under 18′s like he did last season, there’s a good chance you’ll see him work his way back into Round 1.

#37. charlie COYLE | RW | South Shore (EJHL)

Coyle is a cousin of former NHL sniper Tony Amonte, and will be attending Boston University next season like Amonte did. Coyle is a strong skater with good quickness for a big player (6’3″ 200lbs). He competes hard on the ice and does a lot of dirty work in the corners as he is willing to take a hit to make a play. He has displayed an ice scoring touch in the EJHL this year and has good offensive skills. Coyle’s lack of exposure and playing against weaker competition could scare some NHL teams away, but his speed and skill are not something that can be overlooked. He’ll need some time to develop at BU, but there’s a lot of pro potential within his capability.

#38. devante SMITH-PELLY | LW | Mississauga Majors (OHL)

One prospect who has seemingly come from nowhere in the last three years is Devante Smith-Pelly. After having a breakout season in his OHL draft year, Smith-Pelly is once again showing that he has a ton of untapped potential. A good skater with a wicked shot, Smith-Pelly also plays with a lot of grit and isn’t afraid to drive the net. His biggest problem right now is consistently competing every shift. Smith-Pelly could also benefit from some more off-ice training as he isn’t in great shape for a player of his caliber. Either way, he’s definitely a player on the rise, who is one of the top players on one of the better CHL teams in junior hockey.

#39. jason ZUCKER | LW | US Under 18 Team (USHL)

The top draft eligible forward from this year’s US Under 18 Team is Jason Zucker, who also represented the USA at the World Juniors. Zucker has good offensive instincts as well as a hard and accurate shot, but the real strength of his game lies in his ability to play a strong two-way game. He back-checks hard and is positionally sound in the defensive zone, which is an asset to his game and should give him a good chance to develop into a quality Top 6 NHL forward.

#40. geoffrey SCHEMITSCH | RD | Owen Sound Attack (OHL)

Paging Calvin de Haan. Last year de Haan worked his way all the way up to 12th overall, but this year he has a successor who has come out of nowhere just like de Haan did a year ago. Schemitsch actually went undrafted in the OHL after losing most of his draft year to an injury. After contemplating the NCAA vs. OHL this year, Schemitsch elected to sign as a free agent with Owen Sound, a decision that looks very good at the moment. He’s a lanky defenseman who might appear awkward at times, but he’s got a lot of upside. He’s a good skater who has a lot of poise moving up the ice. He doesn’t really have a panic button and he’s an exceptional distributor of the puck. Schemtisch needs to add some strength moving forward and his defensive game could use some work as well, but this guy is definitely a player to keep an eye on.

#41. ryan JOHANSEN | RC | Portland Winterhawks (WHL)

A big forward who hasn’t quite filled out his frame, Ryan Johansen has really made a name for himself with his impressive play this season. After turning down the NCAA route, Johansen joined Portland this season and has simply exploded. After only 17 points in the BCHL last season, he’s hovering at a point-per-game pace right now, as he’s found a tremendous amount of confidence playing alongside Nino Niederreiter. Johansen could be a player that continues to work his way up the rankings as his combination of size and skill will certainly entice a lot of NHL teams.

#42. maxim KITSYN | LW | Mettallurg (KHL)

Kitsyn is a bit of an enigma right now when projecting where he should go in the 2010 crop, or even for NHL teams to factor in when he will be drafted this summer. Kitsyn definitely has a lot of talent, and is one of the better puck handlers in the entire draft. Kitsyn has a very deceptive shot which he utilizes well in traffic and has a lot of traits that could make him a good NHL scorer one day in the future.

#43. kevin HAYES | LW | Nobles & Greenough HS (USHS)

Younger brother of Toronto draft pick Jimmy Hayes, Kevin is projecting to be a much better NHL prospect at this point. He’s a great skater, especially for his size (6’3″ 200lbs) and has deceptive acceleration. He uses his frame well to protect the puck in traffic and has pretty good agility for a big man. Offensively, he has a strong shot with a quick release and is willing to play in traffic. His physical play will definitely be an asset moving forward, especially given his size. One knock on Hayes is a lack of hockey sense, as he could do a better job of using his teammates as outlets. Hayes is committed to attend Boston College next season which will a good place for him to play against a higher level of competition.

#44. brock BEUKEBOOM | RD | Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (OHL)

A hot start to the season had many considering Beukeboom as a potential first round selection, but the son of former NHLer Jeff Beuekboom quieted down a bit in November and December. Despite that, Beukeboom has regained his form as a punishing physical defenseman. He’s a smooth skating defenseman that can break a team down with his speed and transitional passing, but he’s at his best when he’s also using his size on opponents as well. Offensively, he’s a capable shooter on the power-play, and he does have some untapped offensive potential as well. He probably won’t be a first round pick, but could be a great second round pickup for any team looking to add some quality to their defensive pool of prospects.

#45. ryan MARTINDALE | LC | Ottawa 67′s (OHL)

Depending on which game you see Ryan Martindale, you might think you’re seeing one of the better players in the draft. The problem is that player comes and goes at will, as Martindale really lacks passion and consistency in his game. He’s a big player with very good skating ability and good offensive instincts as well, but he often doesn’t compete hard enough to really make the most of his skill set. Even still, his potential ability will be enough for a team to jump on him in the 25-45 range as he has top line NHL skills.

#46. jared KNIGHT | RW | London Knights (OHL)

One of the more underrated players in this draft is London forward Jared Knight. After being diagnosed with diabetes earlier in the season, Knight has really turned up his game, and has found the net on a consistent basis this season, which used to be the knock against his game. His skating could still use a bit of improvement, but he plays hard and competes to make up for any lack in foot speed. Despite being undersized, he’s willing to play a physical game and is very responsible defensively. Knight could be a player that works his way up the draft board even more as scouts take notice of his impressive play.

#47. kevin LIND | LD | Chicago Steel (USHL)

The best draft eligible defenseman in the USHL not playing for the NTDP is Chicago’s Kevin Lind. The big defenseman is a good skater for his size and is surprisingly agile on the ice. He anticipates the play well and uses that as an asset to move the puck well in transition. He rarely makes a bad pass and always has his head on a swivel looking for outlet options. His offensive output has been a little disappointing, but there is the potential for more. Lind could afford to be more physical with his play and needs to avoid over-committing on opposing forwards.

#48. max GARDINER | LC | Minnetonka HS (USHS)

Minnetonka Center Max Gardiner has put himself into the Top 60 range this season with some strong play. He’s the younger brother of 2008 Anaheim first round pick Jake, who attends the University of Wisconsin. Max, however, will not be attending Wisconsin and is instead going to be attending the University of Minnesota. He’s a strong offensive player who has really been a force for Minnetonka this season and could even get some early second round consideration. Like other high school prospects, Gardiner will really challenge his game at the NCAA level next season, especially playing for one of the better college hockey programs.

#49. troy RUTKOWSKI | RD | Portland Winterhawks (WHL)

Yet another one of Portland’s talented young players is defenseman Troy Rutkowski. An incredible start to th season had Rutkowski vying for a first round selection, but recently his play has been disappointing. When he’s on his game, Rutkowski can be a very potent powerplay quarterback that can also play a steady, physical game on the back-end. Lately, however, Rutkowski has struggled to put up points and his physical play has been disappearing. With a couple of additions to the Winterhawks, including Luca Sbisa, Rutkowski’s powerplay time will be cut down, making it even more important for him to step up his defensive game.

#50. brad ROSS | LW | Portland Winterhawks (WHL)

Ross will likely be one of the biggest fan favourite prospects this season as he’s one of those pesty players that also has some offensive upside to his game. Ross is regarded as one of the most hated players in the WHL, playing an in your face physical game where he’s not afraid to chirp and get players off their games. Ross’ ability to do this as well as put pucks in the net should cement his status as a Top 60 prospect, who could even go a lot higher than #50. Last year nobody was expecting the Kings to snatch Kyle Clifford at #35, and a player like Ross could contend for a spot like that as well this season.

#51. tom KUHNHACKL | RW | Landshut (DEL)

Kuhnhackl is one of the better German prospects to come by the NHL draft in recent years, and this year actually provides two of them along with goaltender Philipp Grubauer of the Windsor Spitfires. Kuhnhackl (6’2″ 168lbs) is a big winger who still needs to add some bulk to his frame. He’s bounced around a bit this season between J18, the German 2nd Division as well as the DEL, but has spent most of his time playing with Landshut in the 2nd Division. He’s got some nice upside but hasn’t quite shown enough consistency to stick in the DEL. His CHL rights are held by the Windsor Spitfires who will likely make a pretty big pitch to bring Kuhnhackl over to North America next season. There hasn’t been very much definitive word on his plans for next season, but an NHL team might try to push him towards Major Junior.

#52. justin FAULK | RD | US Under 18 Team (USHL)

Another member of the talented Under 18 blue line, Justin Faulk is a much different defenseman from the rest of the group. Faulk is a pure offensive defenseman who thrives in the offensive zone. He’s got a very good shot and loves shooting the puck whenever he has the opportunity, routinely hitting the net. He’s also got good vision and can make some nice passes in transition to break down a defense. His fitness might be a bit of a concern at the moment as he looks a little heavy, so that is something to monitor as well.

#53. brandon ARCHIBALD | RD | Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds (OHL)

Port Huron native Brandon Archibald has taken some big steps forward in his game this season with the Greyhounds. Paired for most of the season with Jacob Muzzin, Archibald has looked a lot more comfortable with the puck on his stick and has found a bit of an offensive game as well this year. Archibald is a good skater for his size, has a long reach, and really employs an active stick on defense whenever he can. His defensive game has improved this year, but he still has a tendency to over-commit at times and lose body positioning. Should be a solid pick in the late second round, however.

#54. brandon DAVIDSON | LD | Regina Pats (WHL)

One of the most intriguing prospect stories in the draft is that of Brandon Davidson. After being unable to afford AAA hockey, Davidson flew under the radar playing AA, and only started getting some legitimate exposure last season. Fast forward to today, and Davidson has established himself as a strong defenseman for the Regina Pats who has not only played tremendous defense, but also chipped in on offense as well. Given his unheralded path, it’s tough to forecast how much more potential is left in the tank, but he’s certainly deserving of a Top 60 pick at this point.

#55. dalton SMITH | LC | Ottawa 67′s (OHL)

Another player who has really been on the rise is Ottawa center Dalton Smith. After playing only a handful of games with the 67′s last season, Smith has taken on a much bigger role with the club this year. His feisty style of play and ability to dish out big hits is something that cannot be ignored. Skating is a bit of a concern, but Smith does seem to be improving that aspect of his game every week. He’s got a decent scoring touch and is responsible defensively making him a pretty interesting package. Come draft day it’s hard to envision a team letting him slip through the second round on draft day.

#56. stephen SILAS | LD | Belleville Bulls (OHL)

Watching the Belleville Bulls play, you might be quick to notice that Stephen Silas and Shawn Lalonde seem to be almost the exact same player. Like Lalonde, Silas is a smooth skating defenseman who sees the ice well and loves having the puck on his stick. He’s a very good power-play defenseman who can really control the flow of the game when he has the puck as well. Some defensive concerns will likely hold him out of the Top 50, but he could be a great value pick up, much like Shawn Lalonde has turned out to be.

#57. greg MCKEGG | LC | Erie Otters (OHL)

A disastrous rookie season caused most of the hockey world to forget about Greg McKegg. This season, however, McKegg has really found some chemistry with Mike Cazzola and Zack Torquato to become one of the most potent trios in the OHL. McKegg’s skating is pretty average, but his hockey sense is very good. He’s a talented player with the puck and is pretty creative in the offensive zone as well. He’s responsible defensively, but needs to work on competing his hardest on a shift to shift basis.

#58. austin MADAISKY | RD | Kamploops Blazers (WHL)

Madaisky was Calgary’s first round pick in the 2007 WHL Bantam Draft, and was enjoying a strong season with the Hitmen this year before being dealt to the Kamploops Blazers in a blockbuster deadline trade. Madaisky is a big defenseman who plays a reliable defensive game as well as having some decent offensive upside. He was recently named to the Top Prospects Game to replace Erik Gudbranson as well. Madaisky is a bit raw at this point, but he will have a good opportunity to develop with the rebuilding Blazers.

#59. mark STONE | RW | Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL)

Stone is a big winger who has the ability to find the back of the net with his strong shot. He has an innate ability to find the right places on the ice at the right time and does a good job of capitalizing on his opportunities. Having an early season injury as well as being buried down the depth chart on a loaded Brandon club will probably limit him to being outside the Top 50. Stone’s skating is also fairly average and will be a bit of a concern for teams.

#60. andrew YOGAN | LC | Erie Otters (OHL)

Yogan is a player who has first round skills, but hasn’t quite been able to put the package together. He’s a very good skater and can be explosive like few other players when he has the puck. His puck skills are good, but he often struggles to capitalize on his opportunities. Yogan also lacks the crucial element of hockey sense and struggles to adhere to his defensive responsibilities as a center. He’s a pretty risky pick with his shortcomings, but there is a chance that Yogan could be a home run type pick as well.

With nearly half of the 2009/2010 OHL Season completed, here is TSR’s look at how the 2010 Draft Crop from the OHL is beginning to stack up. We’ve managed to get multiple viewings at every player on this list, and as always we’re taking into account a combination of current ability as well as potential, and projecting player’s abilities to be strong pro players. Please note that we have ranked Goaltenders as a separate entity from the skaters, and you can see the Goalie list at the bottom, after the Skaters table. If you have any thoughts or comments, feel free to post a comment or send us an email!

Skaters

Goaltenders

SUDBURY WOLVES

| #3 RD Justin Sefton | 1993 | 6’3” | 199lbs | 24GP 0G 3A 3P -11 32PIM |

It’s been a bit of a struggle offensively for the 16 year old Thunder Bay native this season, but he is quickly establishing himself as a quality OHL defender. Sefton has a tremendous amount of size and strength, and plays a very physical game. He competes hard in the corners and makes life miserable for opposing forwards, which is a major asset to his game. His skating is pretty good, but will need continued work moving forward. He’s probably projecting as a late first rounder in 2011 at this point, but it will be interesting to see if his offensive game comes around a bit before then.

| #18 LW (RS) John McFarland | 1992 | 6’1” | 195lbs | 21GP 8G 12A 20P -12 26PIM |

McFarland came into the season with pretty hefty expectations, and it’s safe to say that he’s had some trouble living up to them thus far. While his offensive game is starting to make some advances, and he is utilizing his incredible speed more frequently, he still has a couple of big issues which are plaguing his game. He lacks the natural creativity of high end offensive players, and his defensive game and positional play still leave a lot to be desired. McFarland will still be a sure-fire first rounder in 2010, but he’s in danger of falling out of the Top 10 right now.

| #22 RD Frankie Corrado | 1993 | 6’0” | 174lbs | 24GP 0G 1A 1P -6 24PIM |

The Wolves other 16 year old defenseman has also struggled a bit to produce offensively this season, but there is some decent upside with Corrado. While working on his strength will be one of the biggest issues for Corrado moving forward, he has a lot of raw ability that will build some hype around his name. He’s a very good skater and has a variety of shifty moves he can use to elude any fore-checkers. He moves the puck well and has some good offensive instincts, and he will be given a much bigger opportunity to showcase those skills next season with an increased role.

| #29 G Alain Valiquette | 1990L | 6’3” | 186lbs | 5-8-0-1 3.24GAA .917SV% 3SO |

There was some talk that Valiquette could be a late round pick last season, and even got some interest on NHLCS’s draft list, but at the end of the day, the Sudbury native did not hear his name called in Ottawa. This season has been much different for the 18 year old, as Valiquette has really elevated his game to the next level. He’s seeing the puck a lot better this season, and he’s really worked on his strength and lateral movement which have been the main catalyst behind his greatly improved numbers. His glove still needs a bit of work, as does his rebound control, but he has the ability to make highlight reel saves with his athleticism. He’ll need to maintain some consistency throughout the season to make the draft radar, but his hot start to the season should warrant some consideration.

SAGINAW SPIRIT

| #21 RD Ryan O’Connor | 1992 | 5’8” | 175lbs | 24GP 3G 11A 14P +9 21PIM |

One of the centerpieces of the Nick Crawford/TJ Brodie blockbuster trade, O’Connor’s transition to Saginaw has not been smooth thus far. O’Connor has drawn some comparisons to Ryan Ellis, due to being undersized and playing a similar game, but the reality is that O’Connor is not even a lock to be drafted at this point. He doesn’t skate very well for his size, and his defensive play needs some work as he struggles to maintain body positioning. Offensively he definitely has some talent, and he has a very good shot, but it might not be enough to get him drafted. If he is selected, he’s likely going to be a late round pick, between the 5th and 7th rounds.

| #24 LW Ivan Telegin | 1992 | 6’3” | 185lbs | 24GP 17G 12A 29P +12 10PIM |

After coming over from Russia in the CHL Import Draft last season, Telegin has really flown under the radar thus far, despite putting up very strong numbers. This is starting to change, as the big Russian is starting to get some attention, and for good reason. Telegin is a very good skater for his size, and has a lot of offensive potential. He sees the ice very well and makes quick decisions in the offensive zone. He’s not afraid to drive the net, and he’ll take a hit to make a play in the corners, too. He competes hard, but he isn’t an overly physical player, and he really needs to add some bulk to his frame as well as some upper body strength. Telegin is definitely a player that will be rising this year, and he could very well be working his way into the first round at this pace.

| #25 RW (LS) Josh Shalla | 1991L | 6’1” | 187lbs | 24GP 16G 14A 30P +18 27PIM |

This has been a breakout season for Shalla thus far, and he’s been getting some NHL draft consideration as a result. While the numbers are very impressive, there are some fairly major concerns with Shalla’s skating that could really limit his potential at the next level. His offensive game is really starting to come around, as he’s becoming a much more dangerous player offensively, and he’s also a lot more reliable in his own end, back-checking hard and playing physical occasionally as well. The problem will be his feet, however, as they need a lot of work. His stride is choppy and his first few steps need a lot of improvement. He also has poor agility and transitionally, needs some work. If he can continue this pace, he should be a late round pick for sure, but the skating will be something that holds him back from being a 3rd or 4th rounder.

| #89 RC Vincent Trocheck | 1993 | 5’10” | 165lbs | 24GP 7G 8A 15P -1 19PIM |

Trocheck looks to be one of the more impressive 1993’s in the OHL this season, as he’s made a very smooth transition to junior hockey. The Pittsburgh native is seeing a lot of quality ice time with the Spirit this year and has definitely earned it. He’s got some pretty good offensive upside, and he’s a fairly creative player that does a good job of finding gaps in the defensive coverage. His skating is pretty good, but will need continual improvement. Trocheck competes hard for a smaller player, and battles hard for pucks all over the ice, and he’s also pretty reliable defensively despite being 16 years old. Like most rookies, his biggest issue will be adding some strength and hopefully growing another inch or two as well, but right now, he’s a player to watch for 2011.

| #93 LW Michael Sgarbossa | 1992 | 5’11” | 165lbs | 24GP 8G 14A 22P +1 18PIM |

The other component of the Crawford/Brodie trade coming to Saginaw, Sgarbossa has also had a bit of a rough time following the trade, much like O’Connor. He’s a very talented player, but he has some trouble maintaining consistency, as one night he can be the best player on the ice, and then he might not do anything for the next two games. Sgarbossa is an above average skater, with good offensive instincts. He’s not afraid to drive the net, and has pretty good hands in tight spaces. He also has a lot of the characteristics of a “pest”, which scouts will like to see. He does a good job of getting under the skin of opponents, and isn’t afraid to get physically involved, despite his small stature. At this point, he’s likely a mid-round pick, but if he can find his groove offensively, he could sneak into the 3rd round.

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