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#11. Ryan Johansen | C | Portland (WHL)

Date of Birth: July 31st, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 180lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 71GP 25G 44A 69P 53PIM
Playoffs | 13GP 6G 12A 18P 18PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 41 | Position Rank: 7th Forwards
League Rank: 3rd WHL | Country Rank: 6th Canada

Ryan Johansen almost never came to the Western Hockey League. After being selected by the Portland Winterhawks in the 7th round of the 2007 Bantam Draft, it’s easy to see why the Port Moody, BC native was excited to get a scholarship offer from Northeastern University. After scoring 17 points in 47 games for the Penticton Vees of the BCHL, Johansen came to a crossroads in his career: Either pursue a college scholarship, or come to the WHL and play for one of the top developmental hockey leagues in the world. As of now, it looks like Johansen made the right move.

Storming onto the scene with a Portland team that has finished at or near the bottom of the WHL standings for three consecutive years, Johansen quickly made a name for himself as one of the top young players on a rejuvenated Winterhawks team. The 6’3″ 190 pound center notched 25 goals and 69 points in 71 games played, while adding a solid +17 and 53 penalty minutes, quickly becoming one of the top prospects for the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. Johansen centered the team’s top line, along with fellow Draft eligible’s Nino Niederreiter and Brad Ross; together forming one of the more talented lines in the entire WHL. They were also very impressive in the playoffs, where Johansen scored 6 goals and 18 points in only 13 games played, along with 18 penalty minutes and a +3.

Johansen’s biggest asset is his ability to make plays. He uses his size to win battles in all three zones, and is very shifty, capable of beating defensemen one-on-one by using his deceptive speed and quick stickhandling. He moves extremely well for a player of his stature, often catching players off guard, when they think they have him reeled in; he simply shifts gears and goes right on by. He is a very good passer, able to find his linemates open and more often than not get the puck to them in a scoring area. Johansen also works hard on the forecheck and plays in both powerplay and penalty kill situations.

The main thing Johansen could stand to improve upon is his physical play, his 53 penalty minutes may be a little bit inflated due to playing on a line with super pest Ross. As a player with such an imposing height, it might benefit Johansen to add some body mass in the offseason and use his physical frame better to his advantage. As it stands, Johansen is still a pretty raw talent but has alot of the tools at his disposal to make him a very dangerous player every time he’s on the ice.

With another year of seasoning most likely ahead of him in the Western League, Johansen should be able to round out his game with a Winterhawks team that has some great building pieces around him. They have all the makings of a powerhouse in Portland, and Johansen is one of the biggest reasons for such a turn around. He may be considered a bit more of a project than some of the players picked around him, mainly due to the fact that he has arrived onto the scene so quickly; but he has a very high skill level and a seemingly endless ceiling. He has all the tools to be a top-6 forward in the NHL.

Pros: Size, playmaking ability, strong work ethic
Cons: Lacks physicality, could shoot more often
Skillset Comparison: Jason Spezza

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• #8. Nino Niederreiter – 2010 Scouting Report (1)
• #7. Vladimir Tarasenko – 2010 Scouting Report (0)

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Thanks for checking out TSR’s NHL Draft Final Rankings for 2010. It’s been a very tumultuous and exciting season in the world of hockey, especially the world of hockey prospects. Amidst all of the fluctuation, our contributors and sources have played a major part in helping to compile this Top 100 list for your viewing. I’d like to thank our entire team for all of their hard work this season, and hope that you enjoy what we’ve been able to produce!

- Scott Campbell

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#1. Taylor Hall  | LW | Windsor (OHL)

Date of Birth: November 14th, 1991
Height: 6.01
Weight: 185lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 57GP 40G 66A 106P 56PIM
Playoffs | 19GP 17G 18A 35P 32PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 1 | Position Rank: 1st Forwards
League Rank: 1st OHL | Country Rank: 1st Canada

Hall remains a top the rankings after a very strong year where he performed very well at the World Juniors, as well as in the playoffs and in the Memorial Cup. Hall is the most dynamic forward in the draft with tremendous skating ability and the type of player who can make something happen out of nothing. Still has to work on bringing a complete game to the table, but he’s definitely a franchise type player. If you want to read more about Taylor Hall check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#2. Tyler Seguin | C | Plymouth (OHL)

Date of Birth: January 31st, 1992
Height: 6.01
Weight: 186lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 63GP 48G 58A 106P 54PIM
Playoffs | 9GP 5G 5A 10P 8PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 2 | Position Rank: 2nd Forwards
League Rank: 2nd OHL | Country Rank: 2nd Canada

Seguin was one of the biggest surprises of the season, quickly putting himself into legitimate contention for the number one selection. His game is a little different then Hall’s, as he sees the ice a bit better and distributes the puck well, but they’re both very similar at this point, if not interchangeable. Either way, he’s secured himself a spot in the top two in June. If you want to read more about Tyler Seguin check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#3. Erik Gudbranson | D | Kingston (OHL)

Date of Birth: January 7th, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 199lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 41GP 2G 21A 23P 68PIM
Playoffs | 7GP 1G 2A 3P 6PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 4 | Position Rank: 1st Defensemen
League Rank: 3rd OHL | Country Rank: 3rd Canada

Gudbranson had a very strong sophomore year despite having the season hampered by an injury as well as a lengthy bout with mono. He’s a big, raw defenseman, who has considerable upside that should come to fruition in the next few seasons. He oozes class and has exceptional character as well and has captain material in him down the road. If you want to read more about Erik Gudbranson check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#4. Brandon Gormley | D | Moncton (QMJHL)

Date of Birth: February 18th, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 190lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 58GP 9G 34A 43P 54PIM
Playoffs | 17GP 2G 15A 17P 8PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 5 | Position Rank: 2nd Defensemen
League Rank: 1st QMJHL | Country Rank: 4th Canada

He might not blow you away on the ice, but Gormley is a very effective puck moving defenseman who can play in all situations. He skates well and thinks the game equally well and is a strong defender in his own zone. Offensively he’s starting to utilize his shot a lot more and has the tools to be a very capable point contributor. If you want to read more about Brandon Gormley check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#5. Cam Fowler | D | Windsor (OHL)

Date of Birth: December 6th, 1991
Height: 6.02
Weight: 190lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 55GP 8G 47A 55P 14PIM
Playoffs | 19GP 3G 11A 14P 10PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 3 | Position Rank: 3rd Defensemen
League Rank: 4th OHL | Country Rank: 1st USA

After coming into the season as an expected challenger for the top slot, Fowler was a bit of a disappointment and had his game overshadowed by some of the other defensemen in the draft. His ability to move the puck effectively and skate well for a big guy are good intangibles, but he doesn’t use his size enough and is often too hesitant to shoot the puck. Should be a safe bet to develop into a reliable defender, but his ability to reach his high end potential at the NHL level is questionable. If you want to read more about Cam Fowler check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#6. Brett Connolly | RW | Prince George (WHL)

Date of Birth: May 2nd, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 181lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 16GP 10G 9A 19P 8PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 6 | Position Rank: 3rd Forwards
League Rank: 1st WHL | Country Rank: 5th Canada

Struggled to stay healthy all season after battling a hip flexor injury throughout most of the year. Despite the injury concerns, Connolly has proven that he is a very capable goal scorer, albeit not a very flashy one. Plays a hard game and loves to play around the net. Has a lot of pro qualities in his game that projects well to the next level. If you want to read more about Brett Connolly check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#7. Vladimir Tarasenko | LW | Sibir (KHL)

Date of Birth: December 13th, 1991
Height: 6.00
Weight: 175lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 42GP 13G 11A 24P 18PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 7 | Position Rank: 4th Forwards
League Rank: 1st KHL | Country Rank: 1st Russia

An explosive player who has exceptional vision and goal scoring ability. He skates very well and is slippery on the ice as he finds ways to break down a defense. There will be major concerns about his KHL contract which could cause him to slip, but based on pure talent alone, his name definitely belongs in this range. If you want to read more about Vladimir Tarasenko check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#8. Nino Niederreiter | RW | Portland (WHL)

Date of Birth: September 8th, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 201lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 65GP 36G 24A 60P 68PIM
Playoffs | 13GP 8G 8A 16P 16PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 10 | Position Rank: 5th Forwards
League Rank: 2nd WHL | Country Rank: 1st Switzerland

A big, gritty winger who plays a pro style game. Niederreiter had a very strong first season in North America where he adjusted very well to the WHL and capitalized on the score sheet as well. His real coming out party was at the World Junior Championships where he was among the top forwards at the event. If you want to read more about Nino Niederreiter check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#9. Mikael Granlund | C | HIFK (SM-Liiga)

Date of Birth: February 26th, 1992
Height: 5.10
Weight: 176lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 25GP 39G 34A 73P 38PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 9 | Position Rank: 6th Forwards
League Rank: 1st SM-Liiga | Country Rank: 1st Finland

If Granlund was a little bigger and skated a little bit better, you’d likely be hearing his name tossed around in the Top 2 or 3 of the draft. Working with the package that’s here, however, Granlund is still a very worthy NHL prospect. He’s got great skills and had a great opportunity to play heavy minutes in a men’s league this season. He competes hard and doesn’t give up on battles, either. If you want to read more about Mikael Granlund check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#10. Derek Forbort | D | USNTDP (USHL)

Date of Birth: March 4th, 1992
Height: 6.04
Weight: 195lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 26GP 4G 10A 14P 26PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 11 | Position Rank: 4th Defensemen
League Rank: 1st USHL | Country Rank: 2nd USA

He’s definitely a bit of a project, but it could pay off in spades if everything pans out. Forbort is a great skater for his size, has a lot of raw athleticism and once he fills out, could be a physical force. On ice decisions need to improve, as well as his footwork, but these skills will develop as he spends time at North Dakota. If you want to read more about Derek Forbort check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#11. Ryan Johansen | C | Portland (WHL)

Date of Birth: July 31st, 1992
Height: 6.02
Weight: 180lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 71GP 25G 44A 69P 53PIM
Playoffs | 13GP 6G 12A 18P 18PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 41 | Position Rank: 7th Forwards
League Rank: 3rd WHL | Country Rank: 6th Canada

Johansen is certainly relishing his decision to sign with Portland this year and forgo college opportunities, as it’s unlikely he would find his name in this range if he had of. One of the biggest risers this season, Johansen has a great combination of size and skill and elevated his game even further in the playoffs. If you want to read more about Ryan Johansen check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#12. Alexander Burmistrov | C | Barrie (OHL)

Date of Birth: October 21st, 1991
Height: 6.00
Weight: 170lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 62GP 22G 43A 65P 49PIM
Playoffs | 17GP 8G 8A 16P 22PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 12 | Position Rank: 8th Forwards
League Rank: 5th OHL | Country Rank: 2nd Russia

Another European who found a lot of success in the CHL, Burmistrov really bolstered his draft stock this year. He is one of the most talented players in the draft, with elite hands and skating ability. He also is very reliable as a two-way player and sees a lot of time on the penalty kill. Consistency is an issue at this point, but there are comparisons to a young Pavel Datsyuk. If you want to read more about Alexander Burmistrov check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#13. Mark Pysyk | D | Edmonton (WHL)

Date of Birth: November 27th, 1991
Height: 6.01
Weight: 173lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 48GP 7G 17A 24P 47PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 14 | Position Rank: 5th Defensemen
League Rank: 4th WHL | Country Rank: 7th Canada

Pysyk is a solid all around defenseman who doesn’t make a lot of mistakes on the ice. Despite playing on one of the worst teams in the CHL, where he has to log a considerable amount of minutes, Pysyk is a calming force on the blue line. His offensive ability is starting to come around, but he’ll be a real safe pick in the mid teens. If you want to read more about Mark Pysyk check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#14. Austin Watson | RW | Peterborough (OHL)

Date of Birth: January 13th, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 171lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 52GP 20G 34A 54P 22PIM
Playoffs | 4GP 2G 0A 2P 2PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 23 | Position Rank: 9th Forwards
League Rank: 6th OHL | Country Rank: 3rd USA

Watson really emerged after a trade sent him from the Windsor Spitfires to the Peterborough Petes. Despite missing some time with an injury, Watson proved that he could deliver offensively with a good opportunity to do so. He still has to fill out, but his willingness to compete and do the little things such as block shots on the penalty kill are valuable assets to any team. If you want to read more about Austin Watson check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#15. Emerson Etem | C | Medicine Hat (WHL)

Date of Birth: June 16th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 174lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 72GP 37G 28A 65P 26PIM
Playoffs | 12GP 7G 3A 10P 0PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 21 | Position Rank: 10th Forwards
League Rank: 5th WHL | Country Rank: 4th USA

Has a bit of an awkward stride, but make no mistake, Etem can score goals with the best of them. Works hard to gain puck possession and has the ability to capitalize on chances in the offensive zone. He’s a player that will be in high demand on draft day. If you want to read more about Emerson Etem check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#16. Evgeny Kuznetsov | RW | Traktor (KHL)

Date of Birth: May 19th, 1992
Height: 6.00
Weight: 174lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 35GP 2G 7A 9P 10PIM
Playoffs | 4GP 1G 0A 1P 0PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 17 | Position Rank: 11th Forwards
League Rank: 2nd KHL | Country Rank: 3rd Russia

Kuznetsov is an extremely talented player who has the prototypical package of elite offensive skills. There will be concerns about him re-signing with Traktor which will likely cause him to fall, and some issues with undisciplined play and an on ice temper are cons to his game, but the upside to be a point producer at the NHL level is certainly present. If you want to read more about Evgeny Kuznetsov check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#17. Jon Merrill | D | USNTDP (USHL)

Date of Birth: February 3rd, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 205lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 22GP 1G 8A 9P 12PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 19 | Position Rank: 6th Defensemen
League Rank: 2nd USHL | Country Rank: 5th USA

After a bit of an underwhelming start to the season, Merrill alleviated a lot of concerns with a good finish to the year. His combination of size, skill and intensity is hard to overlook and while his play in the USNTDP has been less then stellar, he’s still a player with a lot of potential. He’ll be attending the University of Michigan, but his style of play is tailor made for professional hockey. If you want to read more about Jon Merrill check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#18. Jeff Skinner | C | Kitchener (OHL)

Date of Birth: May 16th, 1992
Height: 5.10
Weight: 182lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 64GP 50G 40A 90P 72PIM
Playoffs | 20GP 20G 13A 33P 14PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 20 | Position Rank: 12th Forwards
League Rank: 7th OHL | Country Rank: 8th Canada

Nobody scored more goals then Jeff Skinner in the CHL this season, and it’s been a year where he’s served notice to many that he’s a first round talent. While the statistics are certainly gaudy, his lack of size and quickness are concerns that he might have a lot more trouble scoring at the NHL level, when playing against bigger and faster defensemen. He’s a bit of a risk, but he’s definitely worth the risk at this point in the first round. If you want to read more about Jeff Skinner check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#19. Nick Bjugstad | C | Blaine (HS-Minnesota)

Date of Birth: July 17th, 1992
Height: 6.04
Weight: 188lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 25GP 29G 31A 60P 24PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 15 | Position Rank: 13th Forwards
League Rank: 1st HS-Minnesota | Country Rank: 6th USA

Bjugstad had a tremendous season with Blaine, winning the Minnesota Mr. Hockey award as the top high school hockey player in the state. He’s a huge, imposing center, who plays effectively at both ends of the ice. He’s set to attend the University of Minnesota where he should be able to step in and contribute right away. If you want to read more about Nick Bjugstad check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#20. Quinton Howden | LW | Moose Jaw (WHL)

Date of Birth: January 21st, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 183lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 65GP 28G 37A 65P 44PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 18 | Position Rank: 14th Forwards
League Rank: 6th WHL | Country Rank: 9th Canada

The former first overall pick in the 2007 WHL Bantam Draft, Howden was a very strong player for the Warriors this year as a sophomore. He’s one of the top skaters in the CHL, and has an effortless stride. Put that in combination with a good scorer’s touch and a 6’3″ frame and you have the makings of a quality winger with good professional potential. If you want to read more about Quiton Howden check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#21. Jack Campbell | G | USNTDP (USHL)

Date of Birth: January 9th, 1992
Height: 6.03
Weight: 175lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 6-3-1 2.21GAA .917SV% 1SO
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 1st Goalies
League Rank: 3rd USHL | Country Rank: 7th USA

Campbell is the best goalie available in the draft. Very strong technically, he takes up a lot of space in the net and finds ways to win games, especially big games, such as the Gold Medal Game at the World Juniors as a 17 year old. He could go a lot higher if a team decides they want to step up and take a goalie. He’ll be joining the Windsor Spitfires next year. If you want to read more about Jack Campbell check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#22. Tyler Pitlick | C | Minnesota State (NCAA)

Date of Birth: November 1st, 1991
Height: 6.02
Weight: 194lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 38GP 11G 8A 19P 27PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: NR | Position Rank: 15th Forwards
League Rank: 1st NCAA | Country Rank: 8th USA

After a very impressive high school career in Minnesota, Pitlick continued to be an impact player with Minnesota State Mankato this season. He’s got a big frame and plays an edgy game but has the ability to put the puck in the net. He’s been a bit of a surprise this season, but he looks like he’s going to be a good pro prospect. There are a couple indications circulating that he might be willing to jump ship to the WHL for a season before turning professional. If you want to read more about Tyler Pitlick check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#23. Jordan Weal | C | Regina (WHL)

Date of Birth: April 15th, 1992
Height: 5.10
Weight: 162lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 72GP 35G 67A 102P 54PIM
Playoffs | n/a
TSR Midterm Rank: 28 | Position Rank: 16th Forwards
League Rank: 7th WHL | Country Rank: 10th Canada

What he lacks in size, he more than makes up for in sheer offensive talent. A very good skater, Weal is one of the best playmakers available in this draft, and helped Jordan Eberle much more then some give him credit for. Weal sees the ice very well and has the skills to make plays that few other players in this draft can make. He’ll be a bit of a risk, but if a team is willing to take a chance, they might hit a home run with Weal. If you want to read more about Jordan Weal check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#24. Dylan McIlrath | D | Moose Jaw (WHL)

Date of Birth: April 20th, 1992
Height: 6.04
Weight: 212lbs.
Shoots: R
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 65GP 7G 17A 24P 169PIM
Playoffs | 7GP 0G 1A 1P 21PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 33 | Position Rank: 7th Defensemen
League Rank: 8th WHL | Country Rank: 11th Canada

McIlrath is a physical warrior and a player that you hate to play against. He’s big, imposing, physical and one of the better fighters in the WHL, all making up for an intimidating package. His puck skills need to continue to improve, but the attributes he brings to the table will put a smile on the face of a lot of NHL General Managers. If you want to read more about Dylan McIlrath check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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#25. Jaden Schwartz | C | Tri-City (USHL)

Date of Birth: June 25th, 1992
Height: 5.10
Weight: 193lbs.
Shoots: L
Season Statistics: Regular Season | 60GP 33G 50A 83P 18PIM
Playoffs | 3GP 3G 0A 3P 0PIM
TSR Midterm Rank: 29 | Position Rank: 17th Forwards
League Rank: 4th USHL | Country Rank: 12th Canada

He was the leading scorer in the USHL this season as a rookie, and really put his name on the map. The offensive skill is his primary asset, he sees the ice well and has the ability to create chances whenever he gets the opportunity to handle the puck. Size is a bit of an issue, but he’ll be going to Colorado College next year to spend some time in the NCAA. There are rumours he might be pushed to the WHL route, however. If you want to read more about Jaden Schwartz check out our in-depth scouting report on him here

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

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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.

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Here is a feature by TSR’s newest contributor, Scott McDougall. Scott is an avid WHL follower, and often frequents Calgary Hitmen games at the Saddledome. Here is the first of Scott’s features for TSR. Hope you enjoy!

Yesterday afternoon in Calgary, the #1 ranked team in the CHL played host to an up and coming Portland Winterhawks team that was off to a great 8-4-0-0 start.  The Winterhawks were in the midst of their longest road trip of the season of which this game was the fourth of seven.  In a tightly contested game, the Hitmen completed a comeback from a 3-0 deficit when Los Angeles Kings prospect Brandon Kozun scored with just under 40 seconds left to play in regulation to sneak out a 6-5 win in front of 7000+ fans in the Saddledome.

PORTLAND WINTERHAWKS

D BRETT PONICH | 1991 | 6’7” | 225LBS | 13GP 1G 4A 5P -6 15PIM

NHL: 2009 STL (2/48)

It looks to be a bit of a rough start to the season for the Portland captain and tonight was no different.  Ponich played tough minutes against Calgary’s top scorers, but seemed to struggle all game against the Calgary forecheck.  He didn’t effectively use his size advantage.  Probably a game he’d like to forget as he had a few costly turnovers and didn’t contribute much offensively.  -2 on the night.

LW NINO NIEDERREITER | 1992 | 6’2” | 203LBS | 13GP 6G 8A 14P +3 14PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Niederreiter was Portland’s best player yesterday.  He scored a couple nice goals.  The first was a one-timer on the PP on a nice pass from Troy Rutkowski, while the second showed his quick release as he got his wrist shot off through some traffic.  He started the game with some poor defensive play in his own end resulting in a couple good Calgary scoring chances, but got stronger defensively as the game progressed.  He was very strong on his feet, while possessing both good speed and size.  Combined with his intelligence for the game and it is easy to see why he should be an early pick in June.   Look for him to stand out on the Swiss team at the World Juniors.

LD TROY RUTKOWSKI | 1992 | 6’1” | 219LBS | 13GP 5G 12A 17P +5 23PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Rutkowski is an offensive defenseman that showed great fortitude in anchoring the Winterhawks PP.  He was able to identify weaknesses in the defense and made several great plays to take advantage of them both in regards to generating scoring chances and maintaining possession of the puck in the offensive zone.  Physically, Rutkowski proved to be a bit of an enigma.  He tries to play physical and he’s got decent size, but he was run over a few times by the older, stronger Calgary forwards as he attempted to play the body.  He was also caught running around trying to make the big hit instead of breaking up the play, resulting in some opposition scoring chances.

Troy also had some playing time on the PK in which he effectively closed shooting lanes and blocked shots.  He has the physical tools to be good player at next level, but needs to improve his skating and make smarter plays defensively.  He lacked some toughness for a guy of his size, but his game is his offensive skill and he did make some smart passes.  He has an average shot, but this will come along once he is stronger.  He received a lot of ice-time and ended up with a pair of assists.

LW BRAD ROSS | 1992 | 6’1” | 173LBS | 13GP 6G 6A 12P +5 35PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

A member of Canada’s U18 Ivan Hlinka Memorial team this past summer, Brad has been off to a good start to the season.  The younger brother of Phoenix Coyote 1^st rounder Nick Ross was able to generate scoring chances against Calgary with his great speed, easily beating NHL prospects such as Kris Foucault in foot races throughout the game.  He also showed glimpses of being a surly competitor (he’s currently among the WHL leaders in minor penalties) as he wasn’t afraid to mix things up with larger competitors he felt were taking liberties with him.  Brad possesses both great top-end speed and excellent agility allowing him to get a jump on defenders during both breakouts and turnovers.  He is definitely dangerous on the rush, but he sometimes looks to shy away from the corners and caused turnovers when pressured in his own end.  Like most young players, he needs to bulk up.

C RYAN JOHANSEN | 1992 | 6’3” | 188LBS | 13GP 6G 6A 12P +3 11PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Ryan is having a great start to the season.  He played a lunch-bucket game.  He simply wanted the puck more than anyone else and was able to strip defenders of loose pucks and then get the puck to his skilled linemates (Niederreiter and Ross).  He complimented the other two very well and was able to keep up with them on the rush.  He definitely looked his best when digging in the corners and at loose pucks in the slot area.  Scored a goal and had a couple assists, both times by winning puck battles and giving the puck to his linemates.

RD TAYLOR ARONSON | 1991 | 6’1” | 196LBS | 13GP 0G 6A 6P +2 15PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Taylor  made a few smart plays down low when Calgary was intensely pressuring him.  Was partnered with Rutkowski and saw lots of ice-time.  More defensively responsible than his partner and while lacking the offensive flair of Rutkowski, he is capable in the offensive end and showed the ability to make a good outlet pass.  He played a good all-around game.

LW JACOB BERGLUND | 1991 | 6’1” | 199LBS | 13GP 1G 2A 3P +1 6PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Another late 1991 birthday, Berglund is excellent in his own end.  He was Portland’s top PK forward.  He was able to cover shooting lanes well, was strong on his skates and proved extremely tough to knock off the puck.  His physical maturity allowed him to effectively hold onto the puck long enough to be sure he could clear the zone.  Berglund did not show much offensive flair, but he took the puck hard to the net and generated a couple scoring chances with hard work.  He could prove to be a useful defensive forward in the pros.

RW TY RATTIE | 1993 | 6’0” | 170LBS | 7GP 2G 2A 4P -1 4PIM

NHL: 2011 Eligible

The 2nd overall pick in the WHL Bantam Draft in 2008, Ty is very small, but completely willing to go to battle.  He was absolutely crushed near the goal line in the second period and got right back up fighting for the puck like nothing happened.  His willingness to go to the tough areas put him in some scoring situations.  He seemed to have a knack for knowing where the puck is going before it gets there.  Scored a wraparound goal and added an assist in front of friends and family (he’s from nearby Airdrie, AB).  He kept his man in check in the defensive zone and showed good hands.  His skill set reminds me a bit of another Airdrie product, Zach Bochyuk.  He finished with a goal and an assist in the game.

D JOE MORROW| 1992 | 6’0” | 197LBS | 12GP 1G 9A 10P +16 15PIM

NHL: 2011 Eligible

Joe Morrow was very impressive.  He is very cool and collected in his own zone, which can be attested to by his +16 in only 12 games so far this season.  He was partnered with another young defenseman in Daniel Johnston and they looked very comfortable playing as the third pairing for the Winterhawks.  Calm with the puck as well as in the corner, Morrow displayed very good skating ability, hockey sense and the ability to QB the PP.  Was very good in transition and while not overly big or strong, used smart angles to cut off opposing rushes and separate the opposition from the puck.  He almost always made the safe play.  Morrow and Rattie should make the 2011 draft interesting for Winterhawks fans.

D DANIEL JOHNSTON | 1992 | 6’0” | 192LBS | 10GP 0G 7A 7P +13 6PIM

NHL: 2011 Eligible

Another late 1992 birthday like Morrow, Daniel Johnston showed a willingness to stand up to Cody Beach who is 5 inches taller than him when Beach  hammered Morrow’s head into the boards.  A quiet night for him as he and Morrow didn’t allow many scoring chances or need to spend too much time in their own end.

Other notes: Neither Seth Swenson or Gaspar Kopitar played.  Swenson  took part in the pre-game warm-up.

CALGARY HITMEN

D MICHAEL STONE | 1990 | 6’4” | 207LBS | 11GP 3G 5A 8P -3 14PIM

NHL: 2008 PHO (3/69)

Michael showed the talent that made him a 3rd round pick of the Coyotes.  He is the vocal leader of the Hitmen. He possesses great size and strength.  He has a fantastic shot, although the shots are often blocked.  Despite not getting any points, he had a solid game (even hit a post).  He had several good hits and made smart safe plays in his own end.  A good end to end rush towards the end of the 1^st period.  Good all-around game.

D MATT MacKENZIE | 1991 | 6’2” | 198LBS | 11GP 1G 10A 11P +6 6PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Matt Mackenzie played a similar type game in the offensive zone as Rutkowski.  He doesn’t always use his size, but it is apparent that he needs to get stronger.  He has a good frame, but needs to fill out some more to take advantage of it.   His shot is very weak, but that should also improve once he puts on some muscle.  He possesses good offensive awareness and he made a few smart pinches to keep the puck in the offensive zone.  He used screens effectively when shooting on net providing his teammates with rebound oppurtunities.  His skating needs a lot of work, especially his transition and acceleration but he has enough tools that some NHL team will be excited at the thought of developing this raw prospect.  Matt had three assists in the game.

RW CODY BEACH | 1992 | 6’5” | 184LBS | 6GP 0G 2A 2P +2 18PIM

NHL: 2010 Eligible

Cody, the younger brother of Chicago draft pick Kyle Beach played a power-forward game.  He was skating decently for his size and was banging bodies early on.  He wasn’t very noticeable late in the game.

Other notes: Austin Madaisky wasn’t in the Calgary lineup.  Peter Kosterman and Jaynen Rissling both played well and will be discussed in more detail later this month.

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