Ryan McLeod is a fabolous skater, everyone knows that by now. But at this point, he’s not nearly as polished and needs to prove he can handle the big minutes on top pair & run a powerplay as effectively to be a true #1. The Oilers selected Skinner in the 3 rd Round, 78 th over-all in the 2017 draft (the spring prior to that Memorial Cup run). Does his skating look much improved to you? Ryan McLeod has 3 goals and 3 assists in 10 games playing for EV ZUG of the Swiss National League. on Twitter), I am extremely confident in this analysis having tracked all these prospects for many, many hours over the last few months. He was also very strong along the boards & in retrievals.Powered by @InStatHockey pic.twitter.com/nsWJQQm2Uh. That was more than obvious in his brief 7 game stint last year. That’s unfortunate because it would have been nice to see him compete in a higher level to test his overall game. If you are on a personal connection, like at home, you can run an anti-virus scan on your device to make sure it is not infected with malware. #1 D-man eventually. Many draft analysts (myself included) had him ranked as a 2nd round talent so Edmonton really stole him in the 5th round. If you are at an office or shared network, you can ask the network administrator to run a scan across the network looking for misconfigured or infected devices. He also played a ton for them which has to help his confidence. Here are most of those points (first two clips are yesterday's assists). He likes to operate on the peripheral with his speed and quite often looks to make the perfect pass instead of just shooting it on net. Having followed Lavoie a lot in the QMJHL, and now having watched almost every shift he’s played for Vasby, I definitely have concerns. Shestyorkin is the first Russian on this list, but … Make no mistake, he’s not a burner but skates well & should only get better based on his tremendous work ethic. Benson has quick hands and is a smart player. I wouldn’t rule anything out at this point. He’s already a load physically and should develop into a true power forward in the NHL eventually. Which is why I’d say, of all the prospects playing in Europe on the big ice, it’s probably impacted him more in a negative way than anyone. Oilers No. William Lagesson is another promising player who has slowly slipped down the rankings with more prospects added each year. Thanks to several resources including InStat (@InstatHockey on Twitter), I am extremely confident in this analysis having tracked all these prospects for many, many hours over the last few months. He still makes some questionable decisions at times but has made noticeable improvements in most areas. It’s like he’s almost overthinking it or too afraid to make a mistake. His one-timer might be the best in his class as he generates so much power even from one knee. Unfortunately, that can also lead to too many mistakes. He’s basically your prototypical power forward minus the size, but he has all the other traits NHL teams look for. Most importantly, Bouchard has shown the ability over several years now on many different levels that he is capable of logging big minutes as a #1 top pair defenceman. Playing for Vita Hasten he did get plenty of opportunity on the powerplay which helped his offensive numbers. Dylan Holloway is without question, the #1 forward prospect in the organization. For now, it’s best to recognize the development required and remain cautiously optimistic. In the NHL trade rumors, the Edmonton Oilers have not only moved on from the Pittsburgh Penguins trade table with Matt Murray, but they may have moved on from acquiring a starting goalie. Remember, he scored 74 goals & 159 pts in his last 2 years of Junior (McLeod had 45G, 132 pts). He’s also a zone entry machine. He, Joe Thornton and Wayne Simmonds are just the type of low-cost veterans the Leafs have relied on over the last few seasons. This season, he’s playing for Vasby in the Allsvenskan league which is considered Tier 2 hockey in Sweden. The comparisons I use are simply to justify why I have a prospect ranked above another based on how their skillsets translate to the NHL. Prediction: #3 D-man at least, similar to Darnell Nurse. Benson has got to this point in his career by working hard, using his high hockey IQ, excellent vision, along with his soft hands to generate offense at every level he’s played at. His current team is very talented and he is clearly their best player. He has a ton of experience quarterbacking the powerplay and is an offensive catalyst at even strength. Instead, he is just a steady, solid defenceman who doesn’t really excel at anything other than his consistency. But, there’s more to playing defense in the NHL than just skating fast. Derailed by core injuries throughout his Major Junior career that limited his ability to … The Oilers should focus on goaltending, but Ekman-Larsson would be nice. Goalies Mike Smith and Mikko Koskinen are currently competing to be the team’s starting goalie. CSKA is the top team in the KHL currently. Nick Ellis has announced his retirement today. Benson has quick hands and is a smart player. Pipelines and Alberta aren’t the best of friends these days but for the first time in a long time, the Edmonton Oilers have been getting a steady flow of prospects coming up to the NHL. Still lots of time to make that happen. Kirk Morris (@kirkjmorris) joins host Eric Friesen (@EricJFriesen) to break down the final two games of the Edmonton Oilers' extended road trip and discuss the team's three goalies and top three goalie prospects. He’s always flashed some high end skill but struggled with being too aggressive too often. Eventual 3rd line center & important role player. He’s a very good passer & is just as dangerous as a transporter of the puck as he is a distributor. He’s going to be 23 years old in a few months so the odds of it improving dramatically is highly unlikely now at this point. He dropped to the 2nd round for a reason, he got cut by Rogle for a reason. He also has an excellent work ethic (my favourite trait). His speed & acceleration in particular are serious issues. He’s not overly physical & won’t wow you defensively. He has a powerful stride and shows good agility skating east-west. really think he has the potential here to be a similar player to, No prospect has benefitted more by playing in Europe this year than, Playing with a steady veteran & former NHL’er in, Samorukov is likely going to be a mobile, puck moving, bottom pair guy who adds a bit of nastiness, but could surprise as a 2. By Stephen Whyno The Associated Press Posted June 24, 2018 12:28 pm. But even in the KHL as a 4th liner, he works hard every shift, battles along the boards & front of the net. His speed & acceleration in particular are serious issues. He also likes to finish his checks which should make him an immediate fan favourite. I still think he’d be better served if he upped his intensity & physicality in the defensive zone more, being tougher to play against and more reliable as a shutdown guy – because he exhibits those traits periodically. So, he was re-assigned to the Tier 2 league (the VHL) to get more TOI but he was clearly too good for that league registering 4 goals, 6 pts in 5 GP. The best part of his game though, is he’s always moving his feet, and seemingly always gravitating to the puck. He had 1 goal, 2 assists, 7 SOG's & 20:20 TOI.What was just as impressive was his poise, passing & puck moving. I mean, the Oilers currently have an Expected Goals Against of 16.3, which is a lot higher than the league average of 9.3. Oilers’ top-rated goalie prospect example of how NHL teams don’t draft goalies as high as in years past. That usually translates well to the NHL and which is why he is 6. It’s going to take time for him to pick his spots better & settle down defensively. He also has an excellent work ethic (my favourite trait). He’s a very good passer & is just as dangerous as a transporter of the puck as he is a distributor. The bottom line is, he’s got bad habits he’s gotta shake if he’s going to make it. Kurt Leavins of the Edmonton Journal: Edmonton Oilers prospect Tyler Benson could be close to landing a European deal to start the season. Same thing last year in Bakersfield when McLeod was averaging nearly 20 minutes a game some night while Maksi was around 14. Samorukov is likely going to be a mobile, puck moving, bottom pair guy who adds a bit of nastiness, but could surprise as a 2nd pair with further development. Kirill Maksimov started on the team but wasn’t getting much playing time. On top of speed & skill, you’ll find a put a great emphasis on work ethic. So while he might still be ahead in terms of pecking order right now, I don’t see him having a better career than the guys ranked ahead of him longterm. Potential to be top pair D-man with Bouch eventually. He’s considered a longshot NHL contributor unless that skating dramatically improves fast. roster size salary cap cap hit overages bonuses cap space; 27: $81,500,000: $80,702,990: $341,326: $1,602,500: $797,010 He likes to put a lot of pressure on defenders with his aggressive forecheck and makes them pay if they hold on to it too long. If you were to rank all Oilers prospects just based on size & athleticsm alone, then. If he can continue to work on his consistency, work ethic & play away from the puck, he should turn out to be a fine NHL’er one day. The Oilers have no fewer than five legitimate goaltending prospects in their system. The difference is, Holloway plays with more determination and isn’t afraid to get physical. Spezza has taken players like Robertson and the younger prospects under his wing as a mentor. He’s more of a finesse defender who relies on strong positioning, excelling at puck retrievals & quick puck moving to succeed. On the forecheck, he applies pressure with his speed but backs off into a zone so he doesn’t get caught (as opposed to Holloway who finishes the play with a bodycheck). Lagesson moves the puck pretty well. Edmonton Oilers only had two prospects playing in Finland this year, and both them are goalies. His skating is outstanding & he has terrific offensive instincts. Now no Oilers prospect in this list has improved their skating & consistency more than Maksi. Koskinen in 2019-2020. Edmonton Oilers VHL 5 1.20 0. Whereas, McLeod tends to shy away from contact and plays more of a zone, which limits his effectiveness. Oilers Prospect Update: Prospects, Assemble. It’s important to note, this is not designed to pit prospects against each other. Maksimov was able to drive the play and show off his skating & offensive skillset with the added ice time and responsibility. https://www.nhl.com/news/edmonton-oilers-prospect-watch/c-308474974 Tyler Benson. He’s already a load physically and should develop into a true power forward in the NHL eventually. There are also questions about how high end his skill is. He is a phenomenal athlete capable of going end to end on any given shift. He has real quick hands in tight too. Oilers prospect Tyler Benson had 2 assists yesterday for GCK of the Swiss League giving him 1 goal, 8 assists in 8 games. The Edmonton Oilers beat the Ottawa Senators 8-5 in a game where you would’ve missed a goal if you looked away from your television for even a second. Which is why I’d say, of all the prospects playing in Europe on the big ice, it’s probably impacted him more in a negative way than anyone. Connor McDavid had a goal and four assists and Leon Draisaitl had six assists. His decision making can be questionable at times and other than his speed & athleticism, he’s not really better than Bouchard in any area yet which is why he is ranked #2. The Oilers are particularly well stocked with forwards, many of whom have the potential to develop into the type of players who can complement the Oilers young core at the NHL level. His shot is a huge weapon but he’s also so dangerous as an outlet passer with that great touch he puts on his pass. He played Center in Wisconsin for a couple games before being called on from Team Canada, and was playing extremely well scoring in both contests. He’s a terrific skater like him and is very responsible defensively. Prediction: Eventual 3rd line center & important role player. Related: Edmonton Oilers’ Offseason Goalie Targets. 10/01/20. He has 1 goal & 8 assists in 8 games in Switzerland’s 2nd tier league – a league he should be dominating (Ryan McLeod for example, is playing in the Top league in Switzerland above Benson). Ty Tullio has a big shot & release & a relentless motor. Maksimov was able to drive the play and show off his skating & offensive skillset with the added ice time and responsibility. Currently, he has. Versatile winger capable of filling a variety of roles up & down lineup. We’re about a quarter way into the European hockey season, so I figured now would be a good time to give the fans on update on all your favourite prospects and update their ranking accordingly. This season, he’s playing for Vasby in the Allsvenskan league which is considered Tier 2 hockey in Sweden. You may need to download version 2.0 now from the Chrome Web Store. But, he has that rover mentality that adds a dynamic component to his game. If you’ve followed the player’s progression from Junior, you’ll also know he has been described quite often as a perimeter player who doesn’t go hard enough to the net. That’s not to say Broberg isn’t super talented because he is. Your #1 source for Oilers prospect news and updates. His numbers in his last two years of Junior rival Maksimov’s: 70 goals, 85 assists, 155 points in a couple less games, though he was one of the oldest prospects in his draft year just missing the previous draft by 10 days. Lagesson has some nice qualities but the reality is, he’s probably nothing more than a bottom pair defenceman at best in the NHL. That’s unfortunate because it would have been nice to see him compete in a higher level to test his overall game. However, those are not easy things to teach and Oilers fans have seen many similar players with similar flaws fizzle as pros over the years. In terms of NHL translatable skills, McLeod has a very good wrist shot & is an excellent pass/playmaker. He did it via Instagram, which is a little bit more swanky than when Jesse Boulerice ’s wife announced his retirement via Facebook.. An undrafted prospect who spent three years with Providence (NCAA), Ellis spent the last two years in Bakersfield where he posted a .918 SV% in 2016-17 and a .898 SV% this past season. He makes a good first pass and is mobile enough to skate out of danger if he has too. He was in fact invited to play for Rogle of the SHL but was mysteriously cut essentially at the last minute. This week’s prospect update’s poster boy ends off the “week” with three goals in two games. This kid’s an overachiever who’s attitude and relentlessness should rub off positively on his teammates. The most encouraging sign of Dima’s play is that he has seemed to settle down a bit and cut down a lot of the riskier plays he’s been renowned for in the past. Brendan Gallagher dropped to the 5th round years ago & Tullio had almost identical pts/game as him and similar styles (and size). In some cases, up close since they were 16 years old (Evan Bouchard). Did a full game review shift by shift of Evan Bouchard from Sunday vs. Karlskoga. pic.twitter.com/LMOIu5s51Y He’s kind of bounced around the pairings in Skelleftea this year as he’s struggled a bit in his draft+1 year. However, in the NHL everyone is bigger & faster so if a player really struggles with his skating, quite often it is too difficult to overcome. Edmonton currently has two skaters playing there (not counting goalie Konovalov) in Dmitri Samorukov & Kirill Maksimov – both of whom play on the same team CSKA. #4 or #5 defenceman likely somewhere other than Edmonton. Now no Oilers prospect in this list has improved their skating & consistency more than Maksi. #1 D-man eventually. He has. Traditionally, goaltenders take longer than other position players to reach the game's top level. I really think he has the potential here to be a similar player to Blake Wheeler eventually. His combination of speed & power is very appealing. is without question, the #1 forward prospect in the organization. Holland on goaltending and their first-round pick. His play is much more controlled & patient now. What they need are big, strong, fast forwards capable of dominating along the boards, winning puck battles & getting the puck to McDavid & Draisaitl. And the LA Kings have the cash to spend and prospects to acquire. He has plenty of skill but not enough will playing on a team short on talent, and in a league he’s too good for. Bouch has also put up impressive offensive numbers in every league he’s played in. 2019-20 Edmonton Oilers prospects #9 Olivier Rodrigue Previously: #21 in 2019 Ever since hitting the quinella on Andy Moog and Grant Fuhr in 1980 … If you’ve followed the player’s progression from Junior, you’ll also know he has been described quite often as a perimeter player who doesn’t go hard enough to the net. There must be some real problems in Alberta when you see a trade between the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers. December 21, 2020, 4:00 PM | Nation Dan. But, he could also be another Oiler version of Ryan Spooner (skates for miles, zero offense) if he doesn’t fully commit to being tougher to play against. He hustles back hard in the d-zone & makes good reads defensively. I don’t necessarily see Holloway as a highly skilled, playmaking center in Edmonton, but thankfully the Oilers already have two of the best in the league at that position locked up long term. Therein lies the rub. Still not convinced it will be in Edmonton as he has Nurse, Jones & now Broberg ahead of him on the depth chart. He was playing for Vita Hasten of the Allsvenskan league but was just recently re-assigned to Kristianstads (same league) who just happens to have the worst record in the league. Even a guy like Anton Lander who was in a similar boat years back, was at least a center & excellent penalty killer. Cloudflare Ray ID: 641efcf98a4c40a1 Currently, he’s 2nd in the entire Hockeyallsvenskan league in scoring for defencemen with 16 points in 19 games. All Rights Reserved. Kirill Maximov (RW) totals 8 4 2 6 0.75 0 CSKA Moskva. He does get beat occasionally with speed & puck gazing but overall is very solid positionally. He has excellent offensive instincts and is a sneaky good playmaker. Currently, he’s 2nd in the entire Hockeyallsvenskan league in scoring for defencemen with 16 points in 19 games. The Oilers will send a conditional 2022 fourth-round pick that will become a third if Edmonton wins a playoff round. There are better candidates for bottom 6 roles, and Benson likely won’t be able to keep up in the Top 6. Currently, he has 7 goals & 3 assists in 17 games for Vasby. The once highly touted local product has slowly been passed on the depth chart despite his productive AHL seasons. Meanwhile, Bouch won OHL defenceman of the year in his draft+1 year. This was quite apparent in the VHL this season where he was getting top minutes and put in many offensive situations. KHL 3 0.00 Zvezda Moskva. He does not take a lot of chances offensively. That is why Benson is ranked here. The KHL is widely recognized as the 2nd best hockey league in the world behind the NHL. What they need are big, strong, fast forwards capable of dominating along the boards, winning puck battles & getting the puck to McDavid & Draisaitl. You love to see it from any player, let alone D man. It’s going to take time for him to pick his spots better & settle down defensively. He’s not going to score a lot of points at the NHL level, but can give a team solid minutes with his good hockey IQ and decision making. Trending nicely as an eventual #1 Dman. He’s a big guy with a long reach who definitely uses that to his advantage in puck protection & in front of the net. We’re about a quarter way into the European hockey season, so I figured now would be a good time to give the fans on update on all your favourite prospects and update their ranking accordingly. Quality depth player who will likely bounce around the league a bit before his career is over. Oilers fans would be ecstatic if Tullio became the next Gallagher and I could totally see it. Potential to be top pair D-man with Bouch eventually. Tuohimaa did well in the same league, but was overwhelmed by opposition in SM-liiga, the top league … Even in a Tier 2 league in Switzerland that is quite apparent. McLeod’s game can be best described as “safe”. The two took a comfortable lead at one and two among NHL point leaders. This year, he is cemented in a Top 4 role in arguably the best league outside of the NHL, and he is playing extremely well on a Top team. Prediction: Top 9 forward who’ll bring energy & determination every night. Edmonton Oilers Talk: Five Trade Proposals and Some 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Chat Happy Hump Day! He also possesses a dynamite shot & release. Even in a Tier 2 league in Switzerland that is quite apparent. Your IP: 51.75.184.222 The former AHL all-star & OHL defenceman of the year is the top prospect in the organization. In most games, you’ll see him cut it to the outside as opposed to taking it hard to the net – even though that option is there. He’s an energetic kid who can skate, shoot and gives you a 100% on every shift. That usually translates well to the NHL and which is why he is 6th on list ahead of a guy like Raphael Lavoie. Here are most of those points (first two clips are yesterday's assists). Last year, he played mostly 3rd pair minutes in Bakersfield. In some cases, up close since they were 16 years old (Evan Bouchard). Oilers in 2020-21: 25-15-2, 52 points; goal differential +10 The three playoff teams (including this year’s club) have left the other McDavid clubs behind. Watch this assist from Maksimov (#52) against VVS (where he did score 1 goal, 2 assist). The Oilers have traded goalie Anders Nilsson to St. Louis for goalie prospect Niklas Lundstrom and a fifth-round pick in this June's NHL draft. He really struggles to create any type of separation in the offensive zone, & has a hard time keeping up with his man in the d-zone. • “We’ve got to do something in goal. It’s not a competition between the two since they play LD & RD respectively, so the hope is for an eventual top pairing of Broberg-Bouchard down the road. So he was recalled back to CSKA & has been playing well in spot duty since, albeit on the 4th line solely. © Copyright by The OilKnight. The Edmonton Oilers have added some defensive depth at the deadline, acquiring Dmitry Kulikov from the New Jersey Devils. The physical tools & skills are there, just still waiting on whether he decides to go all-in mentally or not. He’s more complete and works harder. The once highly touted local product has slowly been passed on the depth chart despite his productive AHL seasons. However, Broberg’s game is still a bit too erratic & high risk at this point to be ranked higher. In terms of potential, Broberg may ultimately have the higher ceiling than Bouch if it puts it altogether. 5 talking about this. I've been a goalie all my life and this is my devotion Here's all 6 points.He's #9 in these clips: pic.twitter.com/QRhHxQI4Qn. But, he’s still a little too gun-shy & over-passes. There’s no question Lavoie has enough offensive ability to be a solid contributor in the NHL one day. McLeod is basically Dylan Holloway – lite. He drives the play and can give defencemen fits with that skating ability. #3 D-man at least, similar to Darnell Nurse. The top NA goaltending prospect goes to the towering Barrie Colts netminder. They have allowed 29 goals … 1 goaltender Ben Scrivens anticipates competition from Viktor Fasth, goalie prospects Back to video Advertisement This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Holloway should be able to take care of all of that himself. On Sunday night, the hockey world saw one of the best offensive games in recent memory. To comment, please do so via Twitter @TheOilKnight. If you were to rank all Oilers prospects just based on size & athleticsm alone, then Philip Broberg would be ranked #1. pic.twitter.com/Donrvr4OUY. Overall, he looks like a safe, reliable depth player at the pro level. McLeod’s ceiling still appears to be that of a Todd Marchant. He played Center in Wisconsin for a couple games before being called on from Team Canada, and was playing extremely well scoring in both contests. But, you can see Kirill improving significantly in several areas & can envision him as a future NHL’er based on his skill, determination, & versatility. Posting a .917 save percentage to go … Goalie prospects know they are on a long and winding road to the NHL — if they get there at all. In a league like Allsvenskan that should amount to a pile of goals. Prediction: High scoring offensive defenceman & true PP quarterback. Another way to prevent getting this page in the future is to use Privacy Pass. Igor Shestyorkin (New York Rangers) 6’1″ 187 KHL. His ability to consistently execute a breakout to near perfection makes everyone around him better. That being said, Broberg is a year behind in terms of development so still has plenty of room to grow. I’m literally scraping the bottom of the barrel for ideas on what to talk about so I thought that we could look at some HF boards trade proposals and then finish things off with some 2021 NHL draft prospect talk. 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