Vancouver Canucks

Vancouver Canucks

Team Depth Chart of NHL Prospects
Strengths
  • Good depth of two-way defensemen
  • Blue chippers at the top
Weaknesses
  • Many enigmatic prospects in system
  • Lack of goaltending depth

About Prospect Scores and Probability

Prospect Criteria

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Pro
Playing in N.A. Pro (NHL, AHL, ECHL, etc.)
CHL
Playing in CHL (OHL, QMJHL, WHL)
NCAA
Playing in NCAA
Europe
Playing in Europe
Junior
Playing in Junior 'A' (USHL, BCHL, AJHL, etc.)
N/A
Not Categorized Yet

Goaltenders

 League Prosp. talent Prob. of success
1. Eddie Lack Pro 7.0 B
2. Joe Cannata Pro 6.5 C
3. David Honzik CHL 6.5 D

Right Wing

 League Prosp. talent Prob. of success
1. Nicklas Jensen Pro 7.5 C
2. Alexandre Grenier Pro 7.0 C
3. Anton Rodin Pro 7.0 C
4. Pathrik Westerholm Europe 6.5 D
5. Kellan Tochkin Pro 6.0 C

Left Wing

 League Prosp. talent Prob. of success
1. Darren Archibald Pro 6.5 D
2. Ludwig Blomstrand Pro 6.0 C
3. Steven Anthony Pro 6.0 C
4. Bill Sweatt Pro 6.0 C
5. Wes Myron Pro 6.0 D
6. Matthew Beattie NCAA 6.0 D

Centers

 League Prosp. talent Prob. of success
1. Jordan Schroeder Pro 7.0 B
2. Brendan Gaunce CHL 7.0 C
3. Joseph Labate NCAA 6.5 C
4. Alexandre Mallet Pro 6.5 C
5. Prab Rai Pro 6.5 D
6. Alex Friesen Pro 6.5 D
7. Stefan Schneider Pro 6.0 D
8. Kellan Lain Pro 6.0 D

Defensemen

 League Prosp. talent Prob. of success
1. Frank Corrado Pro 7.0 C
2. Patrick McNally NCAA 7.0 C
3. Henrik Tommernes Europe 7.0 D
4. Yann Sauve Pro 6.5 C
5. Adam Polasek Pro 6.5 C
6. Jeremy Price Pro 6.0 C
7. Ben Hutton NCAA 6.0 C
8. Evan McEneny CHL 6.0 C
9. Peter Andersson Pro 6.0 D

Canucks 1999 Draft Preview

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The Canucks are drafting 3rd overall. Brian Burke and his scouting staff have an opportunity to salvage a lot with one draft pick.

The guy picked by the Canucks will be expected to be either a 1st line star winger or a 1st line star center, as soon as possible. A tough task, no doubt, but the 5 top guys definitely have the ability to overcome it.

Needs:
The needs are many, the chances to fill those needs are few.

-goaltending
-offensive defenseman
-a top 2 center w
-offensive forwards
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Canucks Prospect Analysis (Pt. 2)

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Key to player reports
Player Name, Position
Chance of making the NHL: Scale between 1-10. 10 being a “sure thing”, 5 being “has to be lucky”, 1 being “no chance”.
Impact once in the NHL: Season Stats: Player stats from the NHL, AHL, CHL, US College hockey,

etc.
Projected Role: Where he will fit on his NHL team (basically “if things go well”).
Projected Stats: The types of numbers you can expect from him once he is established (best case scenario…the “peak” of his output, over an 82 game period).
Comparable Player: NHLer his style of play/potential resembles.
Notes: Details.

David Ytfeldt D
Chance of making the NHL: 8
Impact once in the NHL: B
Season Stats:
Projected Role: 2nd-3rd agitating defenseman
Projected Stats: 5g 20a 25pts 100pim
Comparable Player: Darius Kasparitis
Notes: Drafted as David Jonsson…changed his name, hoping the Canucks would forget about him… Was voted Rookie of the Year in the Swedish Elite League…was excellent in the World Junior Championships…known for borderline illegal physical play…progressed more than any other Canucks draft from 1998.

Bryan Allen D
Chance of making the NHL: 10
Impact once in the NHL: A- or above
Season Stats: OHL: 37 7 15 22 +14 77
Projected Role: 1st-2nd stay-at-home anchor of a defenseman
Projected Stats: 10g 25a 35pts 150pim
Comparable Player: Chris Pronger, Derian Hatcher Read more»

Canucks Prospect Analysis (Pt. 1)

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Key to player reports
Player Name, Position
Chance of making the NHL: Scale between 1-10. 10 being a “sure thing”, 5 being “has to be lucky”, 1 being “no chance”.
Impact once in the NHL: Season Stats: Player stats from the NHL, AHL, CHL, US College hockey, etc.
Projected Role: Where he will fit on his NHL team (basically “if things go well”).
Projected Stats: The types of numbers you can expect from him once he is established (best case scenario…the “peak” of his output, over an 82 game period).
Comparable Player: NHLer his style of play/potential resembles.
Notes: Details.

Brent Sopel D
Chance of making the NHL: 7/10
Impact once in the NHL: B-
Season Stats: AHL: 53 10 21 31 59…NHL: 5 1 0 1 -1 4
Projected Role: 3rd-4th Two-Way Defenseman
Projected Stats: 10g 25a 30pts
Comparable Player: Eric Wienrich
Notes: Although being an offensively gifted defenseman for most of his career, Brent needs elevate his game by becoming more defensive oriented. His offense is not enough to keep him in the NHL. He has a solid shot, along with good skating, and a good first pass out of the zone. Is capable of having a solid NHL career.
Robb Gordon LW
Chance of making the NHL: 6/10
Impact once in the NHL: C+
Season Stats: AHL: 68 16 22 38 98…NHL: 4 0 0 0 2
Projected Role: 3rd line winger
Projected Stats: 15g 15a 30pts
Comparable Player: Pat Falloon Read more»

Mike Brown: He ‘ll Beat you in the Alley or on the Scoreboard

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Two season’s ago the Kamloops Blazer’s dealt for an eighteen year old tough guy named Mike Brown and Blazer fans were abhorred at the price, offensive spark plug Shawn McNeil. Fans were upset and wondering how the Blazer brass could deal a potential league scoring leader for a thug? After all, the kid couldn’t get along with Red Deer management and had demanded a trade, word was he had limited skills and little work ethic. Kamloops fans and some media would then take their shots at Mike upon his arrival, making comments like “he’s lazy”, “can’t skate”, “takes stupid penalties”, “looks like he doesn’t care” and “boy did Kamloops get taken on the deal”! Two years later, he’s as popular a player as Kamloops has on their roster, Mike Brown has won over most. Mike has continued to improve his skating and is second to none in picking his spots to send a message to opponents who attempt taking liberties with his teammates!
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Holden All the Cards

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During the 1996 NHL Draft, the Vancouver Canucks were pleasantly surprised to find Regina Pat centre Josh Holden still available when they drafted in the 12th spot. Ranked fourth by the Central Scouting Bureau, Holden saw his stock plummet because of his size. The Canucks, however, were willing to take a chance on Holden because of his offensive potential.

During his first training camp two years ago, Holden showed some of the immaturity for which he was known in junior circles. He arrived at camp in less than peak physical condition and did not perform to the best of his abilities. His play for Regina during the first part of the season was not great. After he was relieved of some of his leadership responsibilities by Regina management, Holden’s play picked up.

Holden spent the summer of 1997 working out in Los Angeles with a personal trainer. The hard work paid off. Holden had a solid training camp and impressive pre-season. Alas, with the free agent signing of Mark Messier, there was no room for him, so he was returned to Regina again. This training camp is different. A centre position is his to lose.

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Top Prospects

  1. Nicklas Jensen
  2. Eddie Lack
  3. Jordan Schroeder
  4. Brendan Gaunce
  5. Frank Corrado
  6. Anton Rodin
  7. Alexandre Grenier
  8. Patrick McNally
  9. Alexandre Mallet
  1. Joseph Labate
  2. Joe Cannata
  3. Yann Sauve
  4. Adam Polasek
  5. Henrik Tommernes
  6. Alex Friesen
  7. Jeremy Price
  8. Bill Sweatt
  9. David Honzik
  10. Ben Hutton

Notable Prospects

  1. Peter Andersson
  2. Steven Anthony
  3. Darren Archibald
  4. Matthew Beattie
  5. Ludwig Blomstrand
  6. Kellan Lain
  1. Evan McEneny
  2. Wes Myron
  3. Prab Rai
  4. Stefan Schneider
  5. Kellan Tochkin
  6. Pathrik Westerholm
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