Despite some gaps in his defensive game, it is impossible to ignore the potential explosive upside that he possesses. Tourigny hasnt really hurt his draft chances with his play. None of MLB, the NFL, the NBA, the NHL, the Cubs, the Bears, the Bulls, the White Sox, or the Blackhawks have endorsed, supported, directed, or participated in the creation of the content at this site, or in the creation of the site itself. 10. Ritchie received an A grade from NHL Central Scouting on their pre-season watch list and there are a lot of elements to his game that I like. Of course, the disruption is worth it. Brindley was part of the incredible freshman class at the University of Michigan that was supposed to include Fantilli and Blackhawks first-rounder Frank Nazar. He could be considered a safe pick, but he is making a case to be a first-round pick. "His coach (Brandon Naurato) is already putting him into every situation as if he's their best player, and he pretty much is. "He's an offensive-minded defenseman with a very good set of skills and great offensive instincts," Stubb said. An exciting, offensive-minded defender, Gulyayev, No. Lukas Dragicevic, Charlie Stramel, Otto Stenberg et Cam Allen ont tous sorti de ma premire ronde pour linstant. 7 Ohio State at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Kohl Center will be Stramels first full week back working with the team. But we can at least discuss a few names I would love to be there when the Blackhawks are on the board for their second and third picks in the 2023 NHL Draft. BetMGM Ohio Promo: Awesome Cavaliers, NBA Bonus This Week, Equanimeous St. Brown Signed an Extension With the Bears (UPDATES). Smith, ranked No. He was a point-per-game player last year (69 points in 61 games) and this year hes been a dominant offensive player with 26 goals and 36 assists in just 36 games coming into the weekend. Alabamas Jahvon Quinerly and Auburns Wendell Green Jr. got into it under the Auburn bench in what was a rather confusing situation. Bleacher Nation is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program. Games will be broadcast on NHL Network in the United States and TSN in Canada. Stramel is a polarizing prospect in the upcoming draft. Fairly quiet game, even for Stramel's standards. WebSHARKIE'S 2023 FEBRUARY DRAFT RANKINGS WITH TEAM EXPLANATIONS. The 17-year-old also has 11 hits, six blocked shots, and 34 shots on goal while averaging 15:26 of ice time. He received a B grade on the preseason watch list. On Monday, Canada were upset by Czechia 5-2. Despite the poor team performance, Ritchie has been very effective for Oshawa this year. Carlsson plays center for Orebro and and likely will be on the wing at the tournament. So, the Blackhawks wont have to worry about the top-ten overall protection Tampa put on the pick in 2023. Alabama then handled the game quickly, and took a five-point lead its biggest of the game almost instantly when Noah Clowney threw down a dunk and Mark Sears backed it up with a 3-pointer. He has high-end potential as a playmaking threat, showing the ability to create off the rush and through the cycle. After Alabama was awarded the ball, the Crimson Tide bench ran out onto the court to celebrate and set up for that timeout. Hes dominated at Michigan against college competition this year as a top-line power forward but hes been a bottom-six player for Canada. There are minimal skating concerns but if he irons those out he can be a great offensive threat in a teams top-six. The 2023 World Junior Championship tournament has really been all about one person: Connor Bedard. Reinbacher, an 18-year-old right-hand shot, is a B rated skater. But the Blackhawks have likely seen plenty of his junior take; he plays for Kelowna, where Colton Dach is/was (depending on the severity of his injury) the captain. In 2021, Bedard exploded. Here are three of the best NHL Draft hopefuls playing at the 2023 World Juniors. He has not scored a goal yet for the United States but has two assists. And he should be one of the best Slovakian players at the World Juniors. 26, has a nice blend of skill and power in his game. 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Sandin Pellikka isnt an overly flashy player, he just knows what decisions to make and when to make them. He is very skilled with the puck and makes unpredictable moves and opening passes every time he enters the offensive zone. Reinbacher, FCHockeys No. Scores/Schedule the plain reality is the potential No. When all is said and done, I think hell still find himself in the second round of our rankings at the end of the year.. There are many NHL prospects representing their nation their year. The three series he played with UW before his departure for the U.S. team were his best of the season. In his November early 2023 NHL Draft rankings, Scott Wheeler at The Athletic had Brindley at No. 31, is a player that excels with the puck on his stick. Solid RHD to play with Power, Samuelsson, and/or Dahlin. Hes the type of player that just seems to find the puck in high-quality scoring areas. But received an A grade on the preseason watch list and has seen time in the KHL as a teenager. Any other third party trademarks or copyrights are the property of their respective owners. 2 Alabama, after trailing by as many as 17 points in the second half, mounted a massive run late in the game to beat Auburn 90-85 in overtime in Tuscaloosa. The first came on a goal from Michigan's Gavin Brindley that gave the United States a 2-1 lead in what ended as a 6-3 loss to Slovakia on Dec. 28. He is second on the team in points with 47 points (20 goals, 27 assists) in 46 games and has been able to showcase his high-end offensive game. He is a natural offensive creator, finding ways to get the puck into high-danger areas either by himself, or hitting teammates for prime scoring chances on a regular basis. Getting him in the 20s is an excellent outcome. 15, play revolves around his ability to move the puck effectively. Stramel will play lower in the lineup given the quality of the American team at the World Juniors. He reminds us a lot of. 24 Texas A&M. He, too, is a 2005 birth year player so hes younger than many of his 2023 NHL Draft classmates as well. He is the author of two books about the Blackhawks, most recently "Chicago Blackhawks: An Illustrated Timeline" (Reedy Press, 2021). While the defensive issues cant be ignored, his offensive upside and skating ability make him a perfect offensive-defender to take a chance on in the back half of the first round. When he gets the puck in open space, he will make you pay. Projected #1 overall pick Connor Bedard is representing Canada, hoping to solidify his spot as the first player called in June. It was a matter of him now playingagainst older stronger players that play the game inside their system and not necessarily the free wheeling style his USA team did. He received a B grade from NHL Central Scouting on their preliminary 2023 NHL Draft watch list (which they consider a 2nd/3rd round candidate before the season). He is a smooth skater who has the ability to make quick decisions with the puck on his stick, often knowing where he wants to go with the puck before its on his stick. Aram Minnetian, the top defensive prospect from the NTDP, has not reached the level of expectation that is looked for in a top prospect. There was a time when Cameron Allen was considered the top available defenseman in this years draft. 05/10/2021 Charlie Stramel Commits to Wisconsin; 2020. no way Chicago doesn't take Fantilli here. Bob McKenzie has him ranked 16th overall, and his combination of size/age might be a factor in a team taking the young Fin earlier than the Blackhawks are on the board. He scored 51 goals and an even 100 points in just 62 games. 1 pick in the 2023 NHL Draft before the tournament has only further separated himself from the rest of the upcoming supposedly great draft class with a performance the likes of which we have never seen. Connor Bedard, the projected No. LOGIN. Cristall is such a gifted offensive player, he has the high-end speed and puck skills that allow him to push the pace of play when he picks up the puck in stride. If its an attitude question, he needs to mature in the coming years and know that those parts are very important to be more well-rounded. The Tigers host No. Andrew Cristall, LW, Kelowna (NA-16)5-9, 167. He has been fantastic this year and will be able to make an impact in a variety of ways at the NHL level. The Winnipeg Ice are loaded with high-end forward talent and there is a legitimate argument that draft eligible Benson, No. Though Stramel spent a lot of his ice time killing penalties, he was also part of the teams fourth line and assisted on a couple of timely scores in games Team USA ultimately lost. Now on loan with HK Sochi (KHL), Michkov is reminding people why hes been such a highly touted prospect. 2023. This site uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. A highly skilled player who can act as a scoring and playmaking option. The US defeated the resilient Latvians 5-2. Heres the first thing that jumps out to me about Halttunen: hes a 2005 birth year player (June 7), making him a younger player in the upcoming draft but look at his size already. Tab is the Lead Blackhawks voice for BN. 18 on FCHockeys board, is a plug-and-play center who has an impact in all three zones. The 18-year-old, who likely will open the tournament on left wing with center Logan Stankoven and right wing Dylan Guenther (Arizona Coyotes), considers himself a two-way forward with an eye on emphasizing his ability in the offensive zone but not forgetting about the importance of the defensive zone. That whole game was a surreal experience, Stramel said. Canada will play in Group A with Sweden, Czechia, Germany and Austria, with their preliminary-round games at Scotiabank Centre in Halifax. Despite the loss, Canada is not out of it. He received an A grade on the preseason watch list and played on the US team at the last two World Junior tournaments, but hasnt been nearly as productive as a teenage freshman in the Big Ten as Fantilli at Michigan. MONTREAL TAKE GUY SOUND LIKE FRENCH NAME. 29, makes quick decisions and knows how to create space for himself and will fit in nicely in the middle-six of a teams forward group. And Ive got a couple on this list (not including either Fantilli or Carlsson at the top if the Blackhawks dont win the lottery). 39-Trey Augustine. His upside and versatility will make him an appealing option late in the first round because teams will know they can use him in a variety of ways. Were just a handful of months away from the 2023 NHL Draft. Slovakia was one of two countries that didnt play their first World Juniors game on Monday. Minnetian was the defender that stood out to me the first time I watched this years NTDP team, Larson said. He has plus level puck skills, showcasing a quick release and basic playmaking ability. Stramel is a polarizing prospect in the upcoming draft. While only registering five goals through the Badgers first 29 contests, more has been expected of the big-bodied forward. Szturc is second on Kelowna with 37 points (and did that in 26 games) and has added five goals for Czechia in this tournament. He will probably end up going higher in my opinion but grabbing him this late in the first round would be a great pick. "One of the first things that stood out about Sam was how quickly he adapted to the WHL," said Central Scouting's John Williams. He has 10 points (one goal, nine assists) in 20 games with UM before joining USA Hockey. His puck skills might not be the flashiest, but with his mobility and effort he finds his way to the prime scoring areas with regularity. "He's kind of regained his confidence a little bit and he's such a big, physical player, and has a presence," U.S. coach Rand Pecknold said. Yager might end up as a winger in the NHL, but his ability to create offensive chances and his improving defensive game make him an intriguing option in the top-10. Carlsson, slotted in at No. Obsessive Patrick Kane Trade Watch: Could a Suspension Complicate the Timing? The semifinals are Jan. 4, and the gold medal game and bronze medal game are scheduled for Jan. 5. There are a few other players I noticed in this tournament but who wouldnt necessarily be in play for the Blackhawks right now because theyre likely going to go too high for Tampas pick late in the first round but arent in consideration for a top-five overall pick. NHL.com is the official web site of the National Hockey League. Perreault has a shooters mentality, rarely passing up the ability get off a shot attempt. In addition to news, Bleacher Nation publishes both rumor and opinion, as well as information reported by other sources. Hes a talented offensive player, and when he has the puck on his stick he has a knack for getting through traffic and taking the puck to the prime scoring areas. I think it will help me a ton the rest of the season.. The hope at Wisconsin is that Charlie Stramel builds on his experience of helping the United States win a bronze medal at the World Junior Championship in Canada to help the Badgers put together a strong finish during the final six weeks of the regular season. Scores/Schedule the plain reality is the potential No. Auburn, on the other hand, has now lost six of its last eight games and is sitting right on the bubble for the NCAA tournament. Halttunen, No. Stramel will play lower in the lineup given the quality of the American team at the World Juniors. Draft Class: 2023. Even his performance at the 2023 IIHF World Junior Championship was not what was expected out of a highly touted prospect, as he failed to register a goal on Teams USAs march to a bronze medal. Allen plays all situations for Guelph, and that might have skewed my original analysis of him. "He's a well-rounded defenseman with a good physical presence," Stubb said. 2023 Future Considerations Hockey Inc. All Rights Reserved. 21 among North American skaters. He has some limitations that might prevent him from being a top-six forward, but his two-way ability makes him a viable middle-six guy in the future. "He's fast with good balance and great puck skills. After not getting drafted last year, he might be in play for one of the Blackhawks second round picks. Stramel could begin the tournament at center with left wing Kenny Connors (Los Angeles Kings) and Gavin Brindley (2023 draft eligible). He finished the seven-game, 18-day experience with three assists and primarily played on the teams penalty killing unit. Those three players will be in play for the Blackhawks first pick in the draft if we assume they stay the course and end up with, at worst, a top-three overall pick (the worst record in the league is guaranteed of at least that). Charlie Stramel (born October 15, 2004) is an American junior ice hockey forward for the University of Wisconsin of the NCAA. All Rights Reserved. Most NHL mock draft 2023 editions have Connor Bedard being selected #1 overall. He is a slippery skater that can turn defenders inside out by changing his pace or direction quickly. Are There Any Trades Left for the Blackhawks? He uses his skating and body positioning well to jump into the rush on offense and help negate any quality chances on defense. Hes a deceptive player, he can beat defenders in one-on-one situations by attacking the outside lane with speed, or he can use his puckhandling to quickly change direction and create separation. Information on Bleacher Nation may contain errors or inaccuracies, though we try to avoid them. When healthy he has been one of the Wolves most dynamic forwards, and he has shown flashes of a power element that you wouldnt expect from a player with his skill. Alabama I like his vision and playmaking ability thats outlined pretty well in the video above. Hes ranked anywhere between a top-ten prospect to the late-20s by various folks, so his draft slot is a bit of a wild card depending on the teams evaluation. He knows how to get it into the high-danger areas. 2021 Seattle Expansion Draft Simulator. Toggle Dark Mode. Pellikka (5-11, 176) is considered one of the most improved prospects in Sweden. He has been fantastic this year and will be able to make an impact in a variety of ways at the NHL level. Danielson, No. I think he gained a ton of confidence in that and I think he carried it over into the tournament. I think Dvorsky is BPA if they can't get Smith or Benson. Whitelaw, No. On Monday, he showed some of that offensive ability. If not for Bedard, five goals would be tied for the tournament lead. Bleacher Nation is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program. Still, with time remaining in the season to jump back up the rankings, the Boston College commit will want to keep his name projected in the top two rounds. Here are a few players who are eligible for the 2023 NHL Draft who intrigued me at the World Junior Championship and might be an option for the Blackhawks with later picks in the draft. And with the number of picks the Blackhawks have, taking a shot on a big kid makes sense even if it might take him a few years to get to the NHL level; they took that approach with their third pick in the 2022 first round, Sam Rinzel. Here is Team USAs roster for the 2022 World Juniors: GOALIES: Kaiden Mbereko, Lincoln (USHL); Andrew Oke, Saginaw (OHL); Remington Keopple, Des Moines (USHL). This season, he already has 27 goals and 64 points in just 28 games. 16, is actively engaged, he is a handful to play against. Comments by third parties are neither sponsored or endorsed by Bleacher Nation. 29. A left wing pushing 6-4 and 185 pounds, Honzek 17 goals and 26 assists in 31 games for the Giants this season. He is a huge kid that can control play down middle. 17, is that he is an offensive weapon with the puck. The 2023 NHL draft class is rivalled only by 2015 among the talent pools Scott Wheeler has scouted to date. Being touted as a potential generational talent, he has all the, Fantilli, No. K.D. He finished the seven-game, 18-day experience with three assists and primarily played on the teams penalty killing unit. He plays with a lot of confidence, isn't afraid of getting involved and often comes out as a winner from battles along the boards.". Two players, Canadas Adam Fantilli and Swedens Leo Carlsson, are considered part of the elite top of the draft class behind Bedard (with Russian prospect Matvei Michkov, who isnt in this tournament because Russias banned). Charlie Stramel C, University of Wisconsin, Here are the biggest fallers in FCHockeys Midterm ranking for the 2023 draft: Though its unfair to call Charlie Stramels freshman season at the University of Wisconsin a bust, he has battled consistency at times. Right now, the Chicago Blackhawks are playing themselves into the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery. The Zamboni word mark and configuration of the Zamboni ice resurfacing machine are registered trademarks of Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. 2023. But he has 13 points in 28 games for sst in Swedens Liiga and produced one goal and one assist in five games at this WJC tournament. 25/03/2020 Charlie Stramel Makes US NTDP Program; 2019. The 18-year-old right-hand shot (6-3, 212) and A rated skater has seven points (four goals, three assists) in 18 games as a freshman at the University of Wisconsin. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. He's a project but a big-bodied center at 6-3, 215 On the puck or off, Dvorsky has the makings of a future star. He received an A grade from NHL Central Scouting on their preseason watch list, which indicates he has first-round upside as a prospect. 02/05/2019 Victoria Royals Draft Charlie Stramel; RELATED NEWS. we expected more of the same even though, after UConn's Matthew Wood, he is the second youngest player in college hockey, nothing seemed click like it did on the USA Developmental squad where hisfamiliarity to his teammates was second nature. Physically, Stramel is the opposite of Brindley. He can spot lanes and attack them with confidence on a regular basis. Links to content and the quotation of material from other news sources are not the responsibility of Bleacher Nation. While it caused an extended delay, it didnt hinder Alabamas run one bit. They have three games remaining in the IIHF World Juniors. Here are a few names I would keep in mind (with their rankings NA for North America and INT for International): Note: I am using the heights and weight listed on NHL Central Scoutings mid-season rankings, so there may be some differences between those and what you might see on HockeyDB, EliteProspects or in highlight videos. He received an A grade on the preseason watch list. He received a B grade from NHL Central Scouting on their preseason watch list. Dvorsky, No. Wisconsin Confirmed 100%; TIMELINE. Like Brindley, Stramel is playing in the Big Ten this season with Wisconsin, where he has seven points in 18 games as a freshman. The presumed No. The next night the U.S. won a thriller, 8-7, over Sweden to capture the bronze medal. The hockey IQ is so high that he easily can jump up in the rankings in the future.. There will be movement between the mid-term rankings and the final rankings, and teams will rely more heavily on their scouting evaluations than just these rankings. He has been solid for the NTDP, producing a ton of points (69 points in 37 total games) and has played his way into a potential top-5 conversation if he can continue his level of offensive play. However, hockey fans certainly should not sleep on the Wisconsin of Wisconsin (NA-21)6-3, 212. Somehow, Cristall received a B grade from NHL Central Scouting (which indicates a 2nd-3rd round grade) on their preseason watch list. Team USAs roster also features a plethora of first-round talent from past draft classes. As Ive mentioned before, the group breaks out their rankings into four individual lists: North American Skaters and Goalies and International Skaters and Goalies. Bedard leads 2023 Draft-eligible players to watch at World Juniors However, Bedard made his presence known. His dynamic upside should make him a potential high-reward selection in the later half of the first round. WebThe NHL Draft 2023 location will be in Nashville, Tennessee. His smarts allow him to consistently position himself as an outlet for his teammates, and he rarely holds onto the puck too long. Moore has the potential to be an effective top-six forward and getting that potential in the middle of the first round is extremely tough to pass on. He is the author of two books about the Blackhawks, most recently "Chicago Blackhawks: An Illustrated Timeline" (Reedy Press, 2021). In addition to news, Bleacher Nation publishes both rumor and opinion, as well as information reported by other sources. The Russian factor will surely come into play for his draft stock but based purely on playing ability, but Michkov should probably be a top-3 selection in the 2023 draft. Carlsson has been tremendous for Sweden. 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Everyone who has paid attention to hockey over the past two years knows the prize at the end of the rainbow for teams that arent good (aka tanking) this season is Connor Bedard, with Adam Fantilli, Leo Carlsson and Matvei Michkov as the three elite consolation prizes in the top four. The Columbus Blue Jackets are, at this point, on the clock. The 2023 NHL draft class is rivalled only by 2015 among the talent pools Scott Wheeler has scouted to date. Bleacher Nation is a private media site owned and operated by Betsperts, Inc., and it is not affiliated in any way with Major League Baseball, the National Football League, the National Basketball Association, the National Hockey League, the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears, the Chicago Bulls, the Chicago White Sox, or the Chicago Blackhawks. World Juniors 2022: Connor Bedard, Dalibor Dvorsky, Charlie Stramel headline top eligible prospects for the 2023 NHL Draft | Sporting News PHI BUF 4:00p Its been a tough year for Ritchie, ranked No. decent center prospect for Vancouver: 38-Cameron Allen. Stramel was one of 25 under-20 players to make the World Junior team. Hes not just a Using his skating and size to push play in transition and drive the puck to the dangerous areas. His creativity and puck control make him a lethal rush player, consistently beating players in one-on-one situations. He has a lethal shot but has turned into an excellent facilitator and has shown the ability to elevate his linemates. The 17-year-old right-shot center (5-foot-10, 183 pounds) with Regina leads the Western Hockey League in goals (27) and assists (37) and the Canadian Hockey League with 64 points in 28 games. He can beat you with his skill, or just power by you.". 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