He displays great IQ with the puck and does a great job to utilize his teammates with his playmaking abilities. MZ, Shifty, smooth, silky, skilled. At 6-foot-4, 194 pounds, hes extremely mobile and has a very smooth stride in transition, not to mention he can make a strong breakout pass to start a play. His shot and ability to score from virtually anywhere on the ice will do him well when he hits the NHL in a few seasons. Either way, he has loads of potential and if his name isnt on the map yet, it will be soon. When he was healthy, he was able to return to the Barrie Colts of the OHL, finishing with 11 points in 13 games. LH, Noah Ostlund is one of the best pure playmakers on this list as his ability to keep track of his teammates locations all over the ice leads to plenty of brilliant passes that nobody else seems to see coming. LH, Even though the Ducks system is being filled with high-end talent, Jacob Perreault remains a name that can be a difference-maker for them in the future. DL. They were famously predicted to win around 75 games before the se DL. 1. His persistence and nose for the net will make him a respected (and perhaps feared) player in the NHL one day. Hell want to start producing if he wants to beanything more than a bottom-pairing guy, though. LH, Brendan Brisson put up 63 points over 62 games and two seasons with the University of Michigan, and now he has turned pro. Our ranking of the top 10 NHL goalie prospects can be found here. He has smooth hands but doesnt make a ton of plays happen as a passer, but his finishing ability makes up for that. Try a week on us. LH, If you were to pin down the Oilers greatest wish right now, I think it might just be Matvei Petrov, and they snagged him in the sixth round of the 2021 NHL Draft. With some of the best bat-to-ball skills in last year's draft Jackson, impressed in his senior year, slashing .685/.749/1.392 in 41 games. He has proven himself to be a dominant offensive player in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), with incredible hands and playmaking ability. Hes got the puck handling, playmaking vision, and skating to be a top-four defender that excels on the power play at the NHL in the near future. Hes a crafty and slick puck-handler, that plays with a great amount of pace. The 6-foot-5 defender is adept at using his size to get what he wants on the ice, against junior players as well as seasoned pros. Hutson has the combo of incredible skating and high effort that gives shorter players (hes 5-foot-8 or 9 depending on where you check) a real chance to succeed at the NHL level. He possesses great qualities, but his game is raw and needs to be refined. The 5-foot-9 defender fell to the second round of the 2022 NHL Draft where New Jersey got an absolute steal in my eyes. DL. The Minnesota Wild placed No. The 17th pick of the 2021 draft had a successful 2021-22 season in the QMJHL, recording 99 points while playing for a high-octane Quebec Remparts team. PB, After being seen as a clear top-10 prospect in the 2022 NHL Draft class for a year or two leading up to his draft year, Ivan Miroshnichenko slid on draft day as a result of the Russian Factor combined with the uncertainty surrounding his diagnosis with Hodgkins Lymphoma. There are many S words you can use to describe Logan Cooley, but above all, it must be said that he is a spectacular prospect. He is big (6-foot-4), has a heavy slapshot, and skates remarkably well for someone of his size. LH, Another supreme two-way defenceman in the Ducks system is Olen Zellweger. Now that were at the mid-way point of the 2022-23 season, its time to update our ranking of the top 100 drafted NHL prospects. DL. Hendrix Lapierre looked great in his six-game stint, scoring his first career NHL goal in his first game. Gunnar Henderson, 3B 2. He has excelled in the AHL so far this year where the Sharks are likely keeping him for his own sake, but also to improve their chances at tanking the year away and earning a high draft pick in the 2023 Draft. While Connor Zary didnt have an amazing first season in the American Hockey League, he managed to bounce back from some injury problems that followed him from junior. The Braves traded away four prospects who most recently ranked in their top 10Kyle Muller (2), Freddy Tarnok (6), Royber Salinas (7) and Justyn-Henry Malloy (9)in the deals to acquire catcher. Lukas Cormier is a scorer and a facilitator on the blue line who has not been limited by his lack of size (5-foot-10). My pick for the best drafted prospect in hockey right now is Luke Hughes, who has been a dominant two-way defender for the University of Michigan over the last year and a half. Heinola is definitely looking to crack a roster spot and stay there for the foreseeable future. He wins puck battles and has great puck hands, but the biggest improvements he has made since his draft year are in his skating and ability to use his large frame to establish control of the puck. They landed some great prospects with each pick, but my favourite of the bunch, Jiri Kulich, was selected 28thoverall. Either signed to an NHL contract or selected in the entry draft, without the expiration of either of those rights. His two-way game, playmaking skills and a wicked shot will definitely get him into the NHL one day that is if he can manage to stay healthy on a more consistent basis. This list was compiled with the help and input of fellow prospect analysts and Prospect Corner linemates Matthew Zator, Devin Little, and Peter Baracchini as they contributed with the reports as well. Olen Zellweger, LHD; 66. A goalie no longer qualifies as an NHL prospect if he has played 10 games in the NHL in any campaign, regular season and playoffs combined, or 25 games total; or reaches age 27 by Sept. 15." (From: "Pronman: 2019-20 NHL Farm System Rankings"). Under 25 years old. Weve also seen prospects like David Jiricek, Brandt Clarke, and Shane Wright make their NHL debuts, despite not earning roles as NHL regulars quite yet. Now, on . The dealing got started early when the Islanders traded for Canucks captain Bo Horvat on Jan. 30. DL, After dominating the SHL in his first year to the tune of 46 points in 52 games, Linus Karlsson finally made the jump to North American hockey this year, narrowly missing out on the opening night roster for the NHL squad. PB, Prior to the news that Bobby Brink had toundergo hip surgery, he was poised to push for an NHL roster spot with the Philadelphia Flyers. Svozil has played in the WHL ever since and has looked like an excellent pickup, especially after he dominated play at the 2023 World Juniors. Ville Heinolas offensive skillset and decision-making could be beneficial for a team looking to make a quick turnaround after a disappointing season. Look for mock drafts and other NHL Draft related content as we get closer to the July event in Montreal. He suited up for the Vancouver Giants in the WHL last season and he didnt disappoint when playing meaningful minutes. Pavel Mintyukov was one of the best offensive defensemen in the OHL last year on a very weak Saginaw Spirit team. Sent back to the American Hockey League after only nine games last season, Jack Rathbone is ready to make his mark on the NHL in 2022-23 as a full-time member of the Vancouver Canucks defense corps but has struggled to keep an NHL spot. LH. The son of former NHLer Shane, Josh finished last season a point-per-game player with 37 points in 35 games. Dumais has the work ethic to succeed at the pro level despite his size, but he will need to take another step forward in his skating if he wants to become the dynamic playmaking winger that he has the potential to become at the highest level. He will likely test his mettle in the AHL next year and could be in the NHL shortly after unless the Oilers take some major steps toward addressing their forward depth between now and then. He has absolutely torn up the top junior league in Russia and has been excellent in the second-tier professional league in Russia as well (VHL). LH, Brandt Clarke boasts some of the best offensive smarts and decision-making with the puck as a defenseman in his draft class. Instead, he has played for the Abbotsford Canucks in the AHL and has looked every bit as good as his 2021-22 SHL season indicated. Mason McTavish, C; 34. Gauthier has great size, skating, and has the effort and ability to become a great defensive forward. Carter Mazur went undrafted in the 2020 Draft, his first year of eligibility, and followed it up by being named captain of his USHL team and nearly tripling his offensive production. 1. Unless he wants to stay and play an even bigger role in the SHL next year, Kasper could easily make the jump to being a top-six forward in the AHL next year in my mind. Kemell had a disappointing second half of his draft year which led to him falling all the way to 17thoverall on draft day where the Predators were more than happy to add him to their prospect pool. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. He was extremely productive as a freshman at the University of Massachusetts last year with 13 goals and 33 points. Next year will hopefully be different. To be eligible for inclusion, a skater must be: To be eligible for inclusion, a goalie must be: The rankings are also broken down into team-specific tiers in order to provide you with better insight into the gap between Player A and Player B, as well as a sense for the potential fluidity within groups of tightly-ranked prospects. Gage Alexander, GK; 162. MZ, Since being selected 23rdoverall in the 2022 Draft, Jimmy Snuggerud has proven to be an excellent choice for the St. Louis Blues. Baltimore Orioles Top 5 Prospects 1. He is one of the hardest-working players on the ice every time he plays, and he can do just about anything asked of him. PB, Ville Koivunen is the type of player that brings a line together. Those are all pieces of becoming a great centreman someday and he has shown them in abundance for Boston College where he has excelled down the middle so far this year. . While that remains his bread and butter, hes great at distributing the puck and setting up his teammates effectively. DL, Selected 37thoverall by the Coyotes in 2021, Josh Doan had a fantastic freshman season at Arizona State University. The unfortunate thing about the Devils surprise resurgence this year is that they are less willing to give unproven players like Holtz the chance to play when they have a very real chance of making the playoffs. His skating is so great that Im not particularly concerned about his defensive game . LH, In the leadup to the 2022 NHL Draft, it became clear that Jordan Dumais was a high-risk, high-reward prospect. Logan Horn. 2. Red Sox farm system gets top-10 ranking from Baseball America originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston. Snuggerud is a responsible defensive player which is impressive for a winger with so much offensive potential. Afterdealing with concussions in his draft year, things might be turning around for the Capitals top prospect. Related: 8 Awards the NHL Should Introduce and Their Winners, His offensive game is unlikely to ever really pop in the NHL, but I could see him as a solid complimentary guy you gladly pair with your top offensive defender. While hes an effective playmaker, dont underestimate his shot as hes got great power. With a toolbox of skills that will get him a lot of goals in and around the crease, the NHL should be in his future very soon. Son of former All-Star Matt Holliday, Jackson stands out to many as the best well-rounded prospect of the 2022 draft. Brad Lambert is one of the least predictable NHL prospects, alternating between games where he looks like a sure-fire top-six centreman and games where you are left frustrated with his apparent lack of effort. The Athletic's Scott Wheeler had Minnesota ranked third in February but may rise after taking the Los Angeles Kings' (No. While hes known for putting the puck in the net, hes also an effective puck distributor. Mix that with his great puck control and stick handling, hes extremely dangerous when hes weaving his way into the offensive zone and getting around opponents with ease. The NHL's Best Farm Systems Ranked - 2022-23 Midseason Update January 23, 2023 by Logan Horn If you want to be one of the best teams in the NHL in the Salary Cap Era, you have to draft and. William Eklund began his 2021-22 campaign in the NHL but was sent down after the nine-game cutoff. The Padres had the best farm system in baseball for several years, but they've used much of that talent now to bolster the big club between promotions and a series of trades that added Yu. After fighting through multiple injuries (and a bout with mononucleosis), Lekkerimaki is finally working his way back to his normal self and, hopefully, those results will be clear on the scoresheet. They're based on long-term big league value, including factors such as potential impact talent, depth, proximity to the big leagues and balance between position players and pitchers as well as ceilings and floors. After a career year in Abbotsford where he hit new heights in goals (10), assists (30) and points (40), the time is now for Rathbone in the big leagues. Finishing with a career-high 22 goals and 60 points in 55 games, he was third in points behind only Joseph Serpa and Mike Petizian. PB. Svozil is a very intelligent player, and his skating allows him to play the game at the same wicked speed that he thinks the game. If the Hurricanes are able to convince him to come to play for them in the 2025-26 season, he appears to be a very safe bet to be a top-four defender immediately upon arrival. While he may not be on pace to surpass his draft year point total in Liiga this year, Kemell has been much more consistent in his play which is a big step in the right direction. This 31-day project counts down to the NHL organization with the best collection of prospects. Although the diminutive winger was relatively unknown to all but the most thorough European scouts, he has the skill and speed to back up that high of a selection. His game is a bit perimeter-centric, but his offensive IQ is a solid foundation to build off of. He is a remarkable skater and his combination of skating and stickhandling makes him a deceptively good player in transition. PB, Reid Schaefer is a young power forward whose size and strength allow him to win puck battles and keep opposing defenders at bay. Published July 15, 2022 Washington Nationals land 23rd in latest MLB farm system rankings Matt Johnson The Washington Nationals sit near the bottom of the MLB standings and the latest MLB. He recorded 29 points through 40 games, and he had his high hockey IQ on display throughout the season. His ability to anticipate the play and make the right play to maximize the scoring chance for his team is remarkable. He displays a smooth stride, great speed, leads the rush and is strong in breakout situations. Everything he does with or without the puck is outstanding and the Sharks are going to benefit greatly down the line. DL, An elite-level skater, Fabian Lysell plays with a great amount of pace and skill. Hes extremely versatile offensively possessing great playmaking vision but also isnt afraid to shoot. The Bruins lack depth, but Lysell is one thatll have fans cheering for years to come. LH, The Seattle Kraken are putting in work trying to build a high-end prospect pool from scratch. If he can do even half that, I think everyone will be happy. Jiricek was also named defenseman of the tournament at the 2023 World Juniors for his dominant two-way performance that culminated in a silver medal. He has already managed to earn minutes in quite a few games with a weak Coyotes roster. MZ, Few NHL prospects have faced stranger circumstances over the last year than Jonathan Lekkerimaki. Not currently established as one of their NHL clubs two go-to options. Where my exposure to a prospect is limited, I have said so and relied more heavily on others. Karlsson is a solid two-way center with a right-handed shot and a knack for goal-scoring. For more insight into my experience, my process, the things I look for, and my potential biases and limitations, check out my guide to scouting. Saginaw has bounced back admirably this year, and while some of that credit should go to OHL Exceptional Status centreman Michael Misa, Mintyukov is the one leading the team in scoring despite being a defenseman. DL, As the captain of the Brandon Wheat Kings last season, Ridley Greig posted an impressive 26 goals and 63 points through 39 games. Along with those points came 92 penalty minutes; he is at his best when hes making an impact in every facet of the game, but the Senators will want him to eventually dial it back a bit. He also has the high-end stick handling needed to pull off some slick plays through defenders at full speed. In the process,he earned playoff MVPwith 25 points in 16 games. Updated hourly, with analysis, commentary and features from hundreds writers worldwide, our articles are read over 5 million times every month. Deep, well-rounded farm systems help Major League clubs win ballgames. So far this year weve seen top prospects like Matty Beniers and Mason McTavish break into the NHL full-time this year, becoming important players for their respective teams. TheIslanders struck goldwhen they picked this Finnish forward in the second round of the 2021 draft. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. The tiersare notuniversal across the league and do not have pre-set boundaries or projections in an effort to avoid (as best I can) boxing prospects into black and white expectations. The Oilers are in dire need of scoring wingers with size and solid skating and that is what they have in Petrov. The strength of the system, as we have long sensed anecdotally, is the incredible depth of "legit prospects." The Cubs have the 5th most ranked prospects, and the 3rd most at a 40 FV or better. In fact, dont be surprised if he is a graduate of this list by mid-season of 2022-23. Hes extremely mobile and has a smooth skating stride and a very strong puck carrier. Teams whove consistently swung on talent, instead of playing it safe, will tend to grade higher overall. Players who are signed to AHL contracts were not considered. DL. He has struggled to earn a permanent spot in the NHL this year, but his continued excellence in the AHL leads me to believe its just a matter of time PB. 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