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Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
Bongo's midseason DRAFT RANKINGS and GRADING REPORT
1. Jamie Fraser -
- ScotlandCENTER - 6'3 - 210LBS
@sve7en
Projection: Bonafide Generational Player
The SHL will be blessed with another generational talent from the Kraken development camp. If Jamie Fraser isn't your number one draft pick, you probably need a lobotomy. Fraser is a 6'3, 210 pound wrecking ball of a center who at his young age has exhibited both leadership skills and on-ice skills. He is opting to play Right Defense to selflessly plug some holes in the depth of the middling Kraken. Although Fraser has only 6 assists at this point in the season, his numbers prior to joining the Kraken were astronomical. Not to mention, this is his first crack at Defense. This kid makes it look effortless. If you want a winner, you want JAMIE FRASER - who is Number 1 in our draft ranking. Jamie Fraser, you are a Montreal Patriote, or at least whatever team wins the lottery.
Fraser has been heard stating "I don't mean to be this full of myself, but I should be First Overall". He has the arrogance of a winner.
2. Jennifer Huh
- KoreaRIGHT WING - 5'8 - 150 LBS
@Bfine
PROJECTION: Franchise Player
The 5'8 150 pound right winger is already making a case for themselves to win the rookie of the year in the SMJHL, already with 24 points on a struggling Kelowna squad, we can assert with confidence that Huh will be a top 3 pick. For now, their ranking is #2. This is the first Korean player in a while who has exhibited qualities of being an Elite to potentially a Franchise talent. If Huh can transfer their game to the big leagues, we will see an absolute weapon going forward. The game is changing, so a speedy forward may fit the system of a bottoming franchise right now.
3. Anna Skovgaard
- NorwayCENTER - 6'3, 180 LBS
@Faelax
Projection: Mid Franchise / High Elite
4. Ylib Kove
- CanadaCENTER - 6'2, 198 LBS
@Keven
Projection: Mid Franchise / High Elite
The top 5 are saturated with centers. In any other draft year, Kove and Skovgaard would likely be 1OA locks. Kove and Skovgaard are built like Greek gods, at 6'2 and nearly 200 pounds of pure muscle. Both Centers would fit best on a team that requires some grit, size, muscle and youth. Atlanta, Tampa Bay and Baltimore lack center depth, and may be trading up to supplement the middle of their lineup. However, a bottom 5 team such as Montreal, Seattle, Manhattan are unlikely to give up an option to select a first round gem, so the return would have to be enticing. Whether you opt for either Kove or Skovgaard, it is a coinflip.
5. Alexa Johansen -
- USALEFT WING - 5'10, 176 LBS
@cake307
Projection: Low Franchise - High Elite
Johansen is turning a lot of heads early. As a 'new create', there are some biases. I am high on Johansen, and think that they can be a top 5 Gem. I know this will not age poorly - with the potential to nearly max earn, we can assert that with Johansen, there is still much to be seen. Johansen is a top 10 earner and runaway best Left Winger in the draft. Bottoming teams may be skeptical when taking a waiver on Johansen, but a good fit would be in Buffalo, a team lacking left wing prospects, and near the middle of the standings. I'd be surprised if Johansen isn't selected in the top 10.
6. Will Nuck
- GermanyRIGHT DEFENSE - 6'4, 225 LBS
@NUCK
Projection: High Elite
The big German defenseman is a arguably the best in the S76 draft class. Teams who need size to offset their speedy forwards should take note of Nuck, and seriously consider selecting him. Nuck doesn't get selected outside of the Top 10 in my opinion, perhaps he will even be a top 5 selection, given that the team in question doesn't favor scoring. Nuck has the potential to command the first line of an SHL franchise for a good chunk of a window. Teams that are offense-heavy in their prospect pool may want to take a waiver on Nuck. If the chips fall where they may, I foresee New Orleans being an ideal destination for Nuck.
7. Cade De Vries
- NetherlandsRIGHT DEFENSE - 6'7 265 LBS
@ultimatedestroyer
Projection: High Elite
Nuck's 'draft class rival', this absolute monster is off to a hot start in his inaugural rookie year. If a team is eyeing a Right Defenseman, they cannot go wrong with DeVries, who has similar metrics to Nuck, except for the fact that DeVries is a plus size gentleman. Again, I think New Orleans watch the development of both of these players closely, and make a game time decision on draft day. Their scouting staff are likely flipping a coin. Both have a similar ceiling, and are projected to go Top 10.
8. ANA SODERSTROM
- SwedenGOALIE - 5'11, 165 LBS
@boom
Projection: Franchise Goaltender
Calgary has already acquired the rights to Soderstrom. However, it would be dismissive to not include them in the draft rankings. Calgary are going to get their starter of the future. They will have to time their championship window with Soderstrom's development. It isn't every day you get access to a goaltender with such a high ceiling.
9. Nathangus McExplosion
- CzechiaLeft Wing - 6'3, 220 LBS
@micool132
Projection: High Elite
McExplosion has been said to have a dicey past, but we will leave that aside for now. McExplosion has been quoted as stating that he is going to "win the cup". He really doesn't say much else. McExplosion is arrogant, abrasive, aggressive, but one thing is for certain - he is a winner. If you take a waiver on McExplosion, you may run into some personality issues, and perhaps a trade request. McExplosion does not want to go to a rebuilding squad. He wants to win the cup, and he has said that he WILL win the cup. His talent is undeniable. If he can keep the off-ice antics to a minimum, he will infact, win the cup. I would typically rank such a superstar talent in the top 5, but he is a wildcard.
10. Stavros Kondos
- Greece CENTER - 6'2, 211 LBS
@Ohtaay
Projection: High Elite
Stavros is a powerful name, and this is a powerful player. Again, this draft class is so deep, and concentrated in elite centers, but Kondos belongs in the company of the potentially franchise altering centers in the S76 draft. You will see Stavros round out the top 10, and possibly the top 5. He's going to change whichever team he goes to. He has to be the last of my top 10, but come draft day, I would not be surprised if he is higher than 10, due to his scoring potential.
THE REST:
Here, I've compiled a list of my personal draft rankings outside of the top 10. Who do you think i've snubbed or excluded due to my personal biases using my top 10 projection analytic method.
TIER 2:
11.
Robo Sven - RIGHT WING - Japan - 6'7, 300 LBS12.
Deth Klaw - LEFT DEFENSE - International - 6'2, 250 LBS 13.
Scar Bealey - RIGHT WING - USA - 6'3, 225 LBS (Rights Owned by NOLA) 14.
Thomas Hudson - CENTER - USA - 5'11, 200 LBS 15.
Max Belcher - LEFT DEFENSE - USA - 6'4, 215 LBS 16.
The Cod Father - LEFT WING - Portugal - 6'0, 155 LBS17.
Brayden Point - CENTER - Canada - 5'10, 178 LBSTIER 3:
18.
Mark Jagerson - CENTER - U.K. - 6'3, 232 LBS19.
MattyJ - LEFT WING - USA - 6'0, 192 LBS 20.
3WW-Wingmate-Roc - RIGHT WING - International - 6'1, 200 LBS21.
Matviy Cajabi - RIGHT WING - Ukraine - 6'1, 200 LBS22.
James Howlett- CENTER - Canada - 5'3, 195 LBS 23.
Jim Wieners - RIGHT WING - Sweden - 6'0, 190LBS 24.
Jason Warwaha - LEFT WING - Switzerland - 6'3, 200LBS25.
Savva Kirik - RIGHT DEFENSE - Russia - 6'3, 212 LBS26.
Tank Sharksy - CENTER - USA - 6'2, 212 LBSTIER 4:
27.
Nono Jo - CENTER - USA - 6'6, 260LBS 28.
Lucas Raymond - CENTER - Sweden - 6'2, 195 LBS29.
Jack Booth - RIGHT DEFENSE - Canada - 6'5, 222 LBS30.
Turtle Bob - RIGHT DEFENSE - Canada - 5'11, 227 LBS 31.
Chuff D'lee - RIGHT DEFENSE - Canada - 5'10, 206 LBS32.
Kristians Mikelis - LEFT DEFENSE - Latvia - 6'2, 225 LBSTIER 4:
33. FREE AGENT Lyle Odelein IV - LEFT WING - Canada - 6'4, 200 LBS
34.
Chopper Donquixote - CENTER - USA - 5'8, 210 LBS35. FREE AGENT Scape Goat - LEFT WING - Norway - 5'10, 167 LBS
36.
Chuck Chunky - RIGHT DEFENSE - USA - 5'11, 190 LBS37.
Archibald Walker - LEFT DEFENSE - Finland - 5'9, 200 LBS38.
-Nathan Able - RIGHT WING - USA - 5'10, 210 LBS39.
Peter Parker - GOALIE - USA - 6'4, 200 LBS TIER 5:
40.
- Roman Jalopski - CENTER - Canada - 6'4, 233 LBS41.
Realpolitik Devious Hedghog - RIGHT WING - France - 6'1, 180 LBS43.
Daquaivion Davis II - LEFT WING - USA - 5'11, 180 LBS 44.
Peppi Guiseppe - RIGHT WING - New Zealand - 6'2, 190 LBS45.
Kris - GOALIE - Canada - 6'1, 180 LBS 46.
Andy Lammers - DEFENSE - USA - 6'1, 205 LBS47.
Dash Jackson - LEFT DEFENSE - Canada - 6'3, 219 LBS48.
Juice Williams - LEFT DEFENSE - Ireland - 5'10, 170 LBS49.
Pique Boo - CENTER - Canada - 6'0, 200 LBS50. FREE AGENT Smash Davis - RIGHT WING - USA - 6'3, 245 LBS
51.
Lukas Fischer - LEFT WING - Switzerland - 6'5, 233 LBS 52.
Caper Poirot - RIGHT WING - Canada - 6'2, 214 LBS53.
Connor McDusty - CENTER - Canada - 5'10, 196 LBS 54.
Joe DeGen - LEFT DEFENSE - USA - 5'11, 185 LBS55.
Bojan Miovski - LEFT DEFENSE - Macedonia - 6'2, 200LBS 56.
Carter Stankoven - LEFT WING - USA - 5'11, 199 LBS TIER 6:
REMAINING PROSPECTS ALL BELONG IN TIER 6. I'd be surprised if any make a significant impact in the show. Feel free to reach out if you feel snubbed. I will gladly retract my ranking, should you prove to be a draftable, serviceable player.
1800 WORDS TOTAL
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - sve7en - 02-22-2024
My favorite part of this is @Faelax not getting a blurb
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 01:21 PMsve7en Wrote: My favorite part of this is @Faelax not getting a blurb
I combined 3 and 4
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - goldenglutes - 02-22-2024
great article another banger by bongo. great choice of name by @Ohtaay
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Keven - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 01:21 PMsve7en Wrote: My favorite part of this is @Faelax not getting a blurb
My favourite part of this is getting to share a blurb with @Faelax
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - retuperkele - 02-22-2024
Cajabi at 21 is an absolute disgrace
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 01:51 PMKeven Wrote: My favourite part of this is getting to share a blurb with @Faelax
You guys have the same player
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 01:59 PMretuperkele Wrote: Cajabi at 21 is an absolute disgrace
Bro the draft class is stacked…
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Tate - 02-22-2024
Great article! I love the mystery surrounding the draft, can't wait for it to go down.
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 03:11 PMTate Wrote: Great article! I love the mystery surrounding the draft, can't wait for it to go down.
I have my eye on you
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - cake307 - 02-22-2024
5th, huh? And an almost top earner? I know where to find my inspiration now at least!
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - hockeyiscool - 02-22-2024
I am disappointed they weren't all 10 blurbs on the legend adam friedland
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Huck24 - 02-22-2024
Nice article!
Looks like the latest and hopefully greatest Odelein will need to get some games in to start moving up the list!
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 04:49 PMHuck24 Wrote: Nice article!
Looks like the latest and hopefully greatest Odelein will need to get some games in to start moving up the list!
Deceptively Talented…. Steal Potential?
RE: Bongo's TOP 10 Prospects and GRADING REPORT - Bongo - 02-22-2024
02-22-2024, 04:47 PMhockeyiscool Wrote: I am disappointed they weren't all 10 blurbs on the legend adam friedland
WHO???