First, I would like to congratulate the Edmonton Blizzard on being the Challenge Cup champions, and the New England Wolfpack for representing the Eastern Conference.  I have decided to summarize each team’s season, and the areas where they were strong, and areas that need improvement.  The teams are listed by least point total to highest point total, based on their regular season record.  Hopefully, this may glean into what teams might be thinking about when the draft is upon us. With the draft being as deep as it is, many of these should find players that will help them in the near future.  First up is the Hamilton SteelHawks.

HAMILTON STEELHAWKS

8th Eastern Conference, 4th Great Lakes Division
DNQ PLAYOFFS
19-27-4 (10-13-2 Home/9-14-2 Road) 42 PTS
137 GF (15th) 168 GA (t-11th) 1476 SHF (15th) 1654 SHA (13th). 48.25 FO% (14th)
988 Hits (t-9th) 431 PIM (15th) 17.81 PP% (13th) 79.77 PK% (t-9th)

The Hamilton SteelHawks had a real rough go of it in S49.  Finishing last amongst all 16 teams, while playing in arguably the worst division, there is plenty of room for improvement.  The only category that they finished above the bottom six in any category was hits, and even then they were in the bottom half.   This is a team in need of an identity.  While they do have a couple strong pieces, they really are a long ways off of being competitors any time soon.  Having traded away their first round pick, which would have netted them first overall, this team may luck out in that the S50 draft has the possibility of going three rounds deep to find future impact players.

TEXAS RENEGADES

8th Western Conference, 4th Southwest Division
DNQ PLAYOFFS
19-26-5 (10-13-2 Home/9-13-3 Road) 43 PTS
142 GF (14th) 167 GA (10th) 1523 SHF (14th) 1693 SHA (14th) 44.66 FO% (16th)
958 Hits (8th) 347 PIM (6th) 24.82 PP% (3rd) 80.58 PK% (7th)

The Texas Renegades were another team that struggled throughout the season.  However, unlike Hamilton, there are some stats here that indicate they have some talent to work with.  Unfortunately, one of those talented pieces, goaltender Walter Hobbs, is retiring after season 50.  This is a big blow for a team that is still trying to develop some promising prospects.  They really need prospect Patrick Niederreiter to get over his development block, or else they may have to go shopping for a goalie in the free agent market.  The Renegades show some promise in special teams, and stay fairly disciplined.  Unfortunately, even with the third best powerplay they have a lot of trouble scoring.

SAN FRANCISCO PRIDE

7th Western Conference, 3rd Southwest Division
DNQ PLAYOFFS
20-26-4 (9-14-2 Home/11-12-2 Road) 44 PTS
144 GF (t-13th) 168 GA (t-11th) 1474 SHF (16th) 1586 SHA (6th) 51.02 FO% (7th)
927 Hits (11th) 374 PIM (12th) 20.25 PP% (8th) 80.60 PK% (6th)

The Pride finished just a point ahead of Texas in the Southwest Division.  They seem to show some defensive strength, as they were in the top half of the league for both shots against and the penalty kill.  Their offensive side, though, seems to be their Achilles’ heel.  The Pride’s goaltending could also use improvement, but for the most part they need layers willing to shoot the puck often, and find the puck in back of the net even more.

TORONTO NORTH STARS

7th Eastern Conference, 3rd Great Lakes Division
DNQ PLAYOFFS
21-27-2 (10-15-0 Home/11-12-2 Road) 44 PTS
162 GF (5th) 180 GA (16th) 1635 SHF (6th) 1738 SHA (16th) 48.81 FO% (12th)
903 Hits (15th) 309 PIM (1st) 26.54 PP% (1st) 80.77 PK% (5th)

The Toronto North Stars seem to be an enigma when it comes to their play.  A team that seemingly goes up and down the ice in a shootout every game, they can score, but they can be scored upon.  With a league worst in goals against and shots against, one has to wonder about the style of play they use.  They are in the top half of goals for, shots for, and both the powerplay and penalty kill.  So it seems Toronto does have the talent to be better, they just need a new tactical scheme that is not of the run and gun style.  Their lack of physicality seems to help keep them out of the box, but one can’t help that a more physical game could slow their opponents down.  Toronto could also use a center or two to help improve a rather poor peformance in the circles.

CHICAGO SYNDICATE

6th Eastern Conference, 2nd Great Lakes Division
DNQ PLAYOFFS
22-25-3 (13-9-3 Home/9-16-0 Road) 47 PTS
158 GF (9th) 173 GA (14th) 1639 SHF (5th) 1650 SHA (12th) 49.74 FO% (t-10th)
899 Hits (16th) 370 PIM (11th ) 25.95 PP% (2nd) 76.82 PK% (14th)

An indication as to how bad the Great Lakes Divison is, Chicago finished second in the division and still did not make the Wild Card round of the playoffs.  A team that plays an up-and-down style of game, given that the were in the top five for most shots for, while also being in the bottom five for shots against.  This style of play doesn’t seem to be their best way to play, as they were in the bottom half for goals scored, and at the same time near last for goals against.  A big part of the goals against could be attributed to a penalty kill that was 14th in the league, and the team was amongst the highest penalty takers.  The second stat is particularly surprising since the Syndicate were the only team not to reach 900 hits.  One real positive takeaway from season 49 for Chicago, is the powerplay was second best and scored at a clip near 26%.  Chicago has many areas to improve, but in weak division, they could still find the playoffs next season.

MINNESOTA CHIEFS

6th Western Conference, 4th Northwest Division
DNQ PLAYOFFS
23-24-3 (11-11-3 Home/12-13-0 Road) 49 PTS
135 GF (16th) 155 GA (8th) 1564 SHF (13th) 1629 SHA (11th) 51.36 FO% (5th)
926 Hits (12th) 315 PIM (2nd) 17.53 PP% (14th) 74.40 PK% (15th)

The Minnesota Chiefs were the last team to not make he playoffs in season 49.  The biggest problem here is a complete and utter lack of goal scoring.  With a league worst 135 goals for, the Chiefs are in dire need of finding some snipers.  One key to them being farther up than the other teams who missed the playoffs is the discipline of not taking bad penalties.  They need to continue this, as they had the second to last penalty kill.  All-in-all Minnesota has a lot of problems that need fixing, and it may take a few seasons to solve them.

LOS ANGELES PANTHERS

5th Western Conference, 2nd Southwest Division
LOST WEST CONF WC ROUND 2-4 to EDMONTON
21-19-10 (9-10-6 Home/12-9-4 Road) 52 PTS
148 GF (11th) 160 GA (9th) 1609 SHF (8th) 1599 SHA (8th) 51.31 FO% (6th)
1033 His (3rd) 423 PIM (14th) 22.22 PP% (6th) 79.77 PK% (t-9th)

The lowest team in terms of points to make the playoffs were the Los Angeles Panthers.  This does not mean they were a bad team, however, as they did rank in the top half in many categories.  The Panthers also lost in the Wild Card round to the eventual champs, losing in a closely contested 6 games.  They have decent special teams, but need to work on staying out of the box more often.  Biggest need for LA, is the need for a true goal scorer, as they were 8th in shots for, but finished 11th in goals for.  They have a couple mid round 1sts that can address these needs very quickly.

TAMPA BAY BARRACUDA

5th Eastern Conference, 4th Atlantic Division
WON EAST WC 4-3 v. WEST KENDALL, LOST ECSF 1-4 to NEW ENGLAND
23-20-7 (13-9-3 Home/10-11-4 Road) 53 PTS
160 GF (t-7th) 175 GA (15th) 1746 SHF (1st) 1728 SHA (15th) 50.42 FO% (8th)
975 Hits (7th) 341 PIM (5th) 18.54 PP% (12th) 74.13 PK% (16th)

The Tampa Bay Barracuda are a bit of shocker to make the playoffs when looking at the stats for the first time.  However, upon closer inspection you see the played in the best division in the SHL, the Atlantic.  When you play most of the top teams in the league, night in and night out, one could expect to see some ugly numbers.  They finished in the bottom two for shots against, goals against, and the penalty kill.  If they want to improve and move up in the division, this is where they start.  They were the league leaders in shots for, showing they have willing and capable shooters, though finished 7th in goals for, indicating maybe a need for more selective shots.  Their powerplay could use some improvement and would help in the goals for category.  They are disciplined, but need to stay that way till their penalty kill is fixed.  They lost to the eventual cup runner ups in New England in 5 games.

EDMONTON BLIZZARD

4th Western Conference, 3rd Northwest Division
WON WEST WC 4-2 v. LOS ANGELES, WON WCSF 4-3 v. CALGARY, WON WCF 4-2 v. NEW ORLEANS, WON FINALS 4-0 v. NEW ENGLAND
26-22-2 (13-11-1 Home/13-11-1 Road) 54 PTS
168 GF (4th) 172 GA (13th) 1590 SHF (10th) 1611 SHA (9th) 52.54 FO% (2nd)
916 Hits (13th) 329 PIM (3rd) 20.26 PP% (7th) 79.47 PK% (11th)

The Challenge Cup champs seem to have some telling tales as to why they won the Cup, and others that seem to bely it.  One key stat is their unsustainable (to continue from one season to the next) record in extra time.  They were a perfect 3-0 in overtime, while being a ridiculous 7-2 in the shootout.  While those numbers are great, odds are that you could play 100 seasons like this, and you will not be anywhere near close to 10-2 in those situations.  It does indicate to some extent they have clutch goaltending when called upon.  This contradicts their 9th in shots against, but 13th in goals against stats.  They certainly do not have any trouble scoring goals though.  Edmonton’s run may have ended with the Cup, but they will need to improve in many areas if they want to repeat. The road to the cup seemed to be tougher than the cup itself, as the beat Los Angeles and New Orleans in 6 games (in the Wild Card and Conference Finals, respectively), and their province rivals, Calgary in 7.  It would only take the minimum 4 games against New England.

WINNIPEG JETS

3rd Western Conference, 2nd Northwest Division
LOST WCSF 1-4 to NEW ORLEANS
22-18-10 (10-10-5 Home/12-8-5 Road) 54 PTS
151 GF (10th) 153 GA (7th) 1583 SHF (12th) 1568 SHA (5th) 48.58 FO% (13th)
1046 Hits (2nd) 358 PIM (8th) 19.46 PP% (9th) 83.87 PK% (1st)

The Jets are a good team, just not a great team for two simple reasons, they lack offensive punch, and their faceoff effectiveness is minimal.  They had a league best penalty kill, falling just short of the 84% mark.  They are defensively sound, minimizing shots faced, while limiting minutes in the box, despite being one of the most physical teams.  Their early exit, 5 games to New Orleans, goes back to no scoring and getting beat at the dots.  If Winnipeg can find a goal scorer or two, and a center with faceoff matery, they will be a difficult team to beat next season.

BUFFALO STAMPEDE

2nd Eastern Conference, 1st Great Lakes Division
LOST ECSF 1-4 to MANHATTAN
26-19-5(12-11-2 Home/14-8-3 Road) 57 PTS
144 GF (t-12th) 146 GA (t-4th) 1553 SHF (9th) 1529 SHA (4th) 53.28 FO% (1st)
996 Hits (4th) 350 PIM (7th) 14.57 PP% (15th) 80.52 PK% (8th)

The Buffalo Stampede were the sixth best team in the regular season, but thanks to a supremely weak division, they were able to claim the 2nd seed in the Eastern Conference.  They were quickly dispatched by the Manhattan Rage in the conference semifinals (5 games), and their weaknesses showed through.  Most notably the have a terrible powerplay, finishing next to last, and their offense was in the bottom quarter.  While their defense is solid, they can’t expect to win every game 1-0.  They love to play a physical game, but they are disciplined not to get carried away and take too many penalties, though their penalty kill could use some upward trending if they want to compete for the cup.

NEW ORLEANS SPECTERS

2nd Western Conference, 1st Southwest Division
WON WCSF 4-1 v. WINNIPEG, LOST WCF 2-4 to EDMONTON
27-17-6 (13-9-3 Home/14-8-3 Road) 60 PTS
160 GF (t-7th) 146 GA (t-5th) 1733 SHF (2nd) 1457 SHA (1st) 50.30 FO% (9th)
905 Hits (14th) 366 PIM (9th) 12.59 PP% (16th) 81.16 PK% (4th)

New Orleans had a very strong season, finishing first in their division, and second in the Western Conference.  For the most part they played a solid defensive game, and their offense wasn’t terrible, it was just their powerplay.  The worst powerplay in the league led to the Specters finishing 7th in goals for, while having the second most shots.  They do not play an overly physical game, but they seem to carry the play most of the time.  If the Specters can find someone to take charge on the man advantage, they will one of the top teams again.

WEST KENDALL PLATOON

4th Eastern Conference, 3rd Atlantic Division
LOST EAST WC 3-4 to TAMPA BAY
30-15-5 (11-10-4 Home/19-5-1 Road) 65 PTS
176 GF (3rd) 139 GA (3rd) 1640 SHF (4th) 1522 SHA (3rd) 46.25 FO% (15th)
945 Hits (9th) 332 PIM (4th) 24.03 PP% (5th) 77.21 PK% (13th)

Maybe the unluckiest team this year, the West Kendall Platoon had to play in the league’s toughest division.  Despite finishing fourth overall in the league, West Kendall finished third in their own division and were relegated to playing a wild card, where they lost Tampa Bay in a heartbreaking 7 games.  Two keys led to their demise, and their unfortunate placement, faceoffs and the penalty kill.  Being 13th in the league when a man down is a recipe for disaster.  They have a solid defensive core to limit shots and Biscuit in net, but they seem less coordinated on the penalty kill.  With the second worst faceoff percentage in the league, the Platoon typically start by chasing the play, which could have led to many of their penalties (though they were the 4th least penalized team in the SHL).  West Kendall needs centers that can win draws and different tactics on the penalty kill to take the next step.

MANHATTAN RAGE

3rd Eastern Conference, 2nd Atlantic Division
WON ECSF 4-1 v. BUFFALO, LOST ECF 2-4 to NEW ENGLAND
33-15-2 (17-7-1 Home/16-8-1 Road) 68 PTS
186 GF (1st) 137 GA (2nd) 1631 SHF (7th) 1593 SHA (7th) 51.70 FO% (4th)
929 Hits (10th) 381 PIM (13th) 18.71 PP% (11th) 81.88 PK% (3rd)

Another team from the Atlantic Division that could have won either the Southwest or Great Lakes Divisions.  Manhattan had a great season.  The highest scoring team with the second best goals against, would lead many to believe they would have been the best team.  But what happened was they lost many close games, and usually won in blowouts.  The Rage did have some flaws.  One being that for not being a physical team, they made the trip to the box too often, and even though they had the 3rd best penalty kill, it also kills their momentum.  Another area of lackluster performance is the powerplay.  Some of those close losses could have had different results had they scored just a little more with the extra man.  Their season came to an end against their divisional rivals, New England Wolfpack, when they lost in 6 games in the conference finals, after beating Buffalo in 5.

NEW ENGLAND WOLFPACK

1st Eastern Conference, 1st Atlantic Division
WON ECSF 4-1 v TAMPA BAY, WON ECF 4-2 v. MANHATTAN, LOST FINALS 0-4 to EDMONTON
34-14-2 (18-7-0 Home/16-7-2 Road) 70 PTS
161 GF (6th) 124 GA (1st) 1657 SHF (3rd) 1505 SHA (2nd) 52.07 FO% (3rd)
1052 Hits (1st) 369 PIM (10th) 18.87 PP% (10th) 82.61 PK% (2nd)

Perhaps the top team given the division they played in, the New England Wolfpack were solid in just about every defensive category. With the best goals against, thanks in large part to the second fewest shots allowed and the second best penalty kill (despite being in the bottom half in penalty minutes), the Wolfpack are going to be a tough team to unseat.  Other than some bad penalties from time to time, New England can still look to improve their powerplay which ranked 10th overall.  If this improves, they may be unstoppable.  Their dream run came to an end in the Finals against Edmonton in a rather anticlimax of 4 games.  Perhaps they were tired after beating divisional foes Manhattan in 6 games the series before, but had an easier series in the conference semis, where they disposed of Tampa Bay in 5 games.

CALGARY DRAGONS

1st Western Conference, 1st Northwest Division, 1st in League
LOST ECSF 3-4 to EDMONTON
34-13-3 (21-4-0 Home/13-9-3 Road) 71 PTS
177 GF (2nd) 146 GA (t-4th) 1589 SHF (11th) 1620 SHA (10th) 49.74 FO% (t-10th)
988 Hits (t-5th) 446 PIM (16th) 24.24 PP% (4th) 79.37 PK% (12th)

The Calgary Dragons finished first overall this season, but many stats indicate this may have been fluke.  They were second in goals for, and fourth in goals against. However, they were the most penalized team and had the 12th best penalty kill.  Only saving grace there was their 4th best powerplay.  The Dragons were in the bottom half for shots for and shots against, actually given up more than they had taken.  Their faceoff percentage was under 50%, and their road record was so-so.  I highly doubt Calgary could repeat their home record for next season (only four losses), so I expect them to fall in the standings.  Their mortal enemies, the Edmonton Blizzard, eliminated them in the conference semifinals in a hard fought 7 games, owing to the Blizzard taken advantage of Calgary’s oddities in stats.

#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup

Now onto the S50 draft preview, in which we see 85 prospects that played at some point for a SMJHL team.  However, not all these prospects will be drafted by the SHL, as some are destined to finish out their careers in juniors.  This draft does feature a deep class, though, as we could easily see it going 4 full rounds (64 players).  As many 40+ players possibly becoming SHL regulars.  We see 45 players with 200 or better TPE, with another two players at 199, and one more at 196.  The first round will nearly be full of players with 275 TPE or more, with these numbers we could see a full round of superstars in the near future.

 The general managers have their work cut out for them this season, as none of these players will be in the SHL in S50, a couple may see action in S51, but in reality, many of the top players won’t be seeing SHL action till S52.  So the managers will have to try and project as many as three seasons from now, where these players will be in their development.  That is a long time, and a lot can change when dealing with young players.

One player you will not see drafted is Lethbridge Lions’ defenseman Akira Ren, whose agent is the general manager for the Chicago Syndicate.  He is automatically put under Chicago’s control, and will be an important cog to their future.  If not for that caveat, Ren most likely would have been in the running for the top overall pick.  Ren led all rookies in the SMJHL scoring race.  

D-Akira Ren 292 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 3
Two-Way Defenseman 6’4” 220 Shot: L
Strengths: Passing, Defense, Skating  Weakness: Checking
4 G+ 31 A= 35 Pts. +1 54 PIM 55 Hits 44 Shots 51 SB 1124 MP (22.47 avg) .62 P/20. 2 PPG+ 8 PPA

As you can Akira Ren was relied upon heavily by a youthful Lethbridge Lions’ squad.  The Syndicate are definitely getting a vital piece to their future core, and he will continue to serve as the top rearguard for the Lions.  Akira was used in all situations, playing on the second units of both the powerplay and penalty kill.

Projection: #1 Defenseman

ROUND ONE

1) (via ) D-Adam Barron 277 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 18
Two-Way Defenseman  6’2” 187 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths: Passing, Defense, Puck Handling. Weakness: Checking
1 G+9 A=10 Pts. -1 48 PIM 54 Hits 16 Shots 55 SB 914 MP (18.28 avg) .22 P/20

Adam Barron is the consensus number one pick for season 50.  While some can argue that there could be some better options out there, Barron has proven to be amongst the hardest working players in this deep class.  While he didn’t get to show as much as other prospects, playing on the third pairing of a deep Raiders blueline, his defensive prowess did show up.  Winnipeg believes this young defenseman is the future for their blueline, and we will get to see more of him as Halifax will assuredly use him in all situations next season.  A couple major stats that stand out, a -1 is great compared to many other SMJHL rookies, and the 55 shot blocks, shows his willingness to sacrifice his body for the betterment of the team.

Projection: #1 Defenseman, possible Hall of Famer

2) C-Ivan Maximus 275 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 9
Playmaker 6’3” 210 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths: Passing, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
7 G+ 22 A= 29 Pts. +5 15 PIM 52 Hits 72 Shots 4 SB 901 MP (18.02 avg) 2 GTG .64 P/20 1 PPG+ 8 PPA 1 PKA 51.10 FO%

Ivan Maximus seemed to move up the board all season long, and now is projected as the second overall pick.  The slick playmaking center kept his teammates lighting up the scoreboard.  His 22 assists put amongst the top in this rookie class.  Solid in the faceoff circle, the Renegades have found their front line center here.

Projection; 1st Line Center.

3) C-Ryan Shepard 280 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 1
Playmaker 6’0” 190 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths: Passing, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 6 A= 11 Pts. -2 17 PIM 30 Hits 66 Shots 7 SB 650 MP (13.00 avg) 1 GWG 52.11 FO% .34 P/20

Shepard was the 1st overall pick in the S49 SMJHL draft, his fall to 3rd here is not a knock on him, as he proved he was worth the top billing.  Rather teams saw different holes to fill above, or projected other players to have higher ceilings.  Shepard will be a dominant force in the seasons to come, and will show it starting next season in Kelowna, when he gets to see more minutes.  His faceoff prowess was incredible for a rookie, and it should only improve as he matures and gets stronger.

Projection: 1st Line Center

4) RW-Bobby Lane 304 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 4
Offensive Forward 5’11” 183 lbs. East Grand Forks, MN Shot: L
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
13 G+ 6 A= 19 Pts. +1 13 PIM 39 Hits 62 Shots 3 SB 749 MP (14.98 avg) 1 GWG 2 PPG .51 P/20

Bobby Lane is the pinnacle of offense in this class.  With a class leading 13 goals, Lane also proved vital to the Montreal Militia’s (now Carolina Kraken), Four Star Cup title.  He will be a key piece to Toronto’s revamped offense in the near future, and will be an all-star for years to come.  Bobby would have one higher, but teams always have a need for defense and centers.  Stars get a top notch player here.

Projection: 1st Line Winger, All-Star

5) D-Augustus Wang 284 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 14
Two-Way Defenseman 6’2” 190 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 12 A= 17 Pts. +3 24 PIM 40 Hits 28 Shots 47 SB 939 MP (18.77 avg) 1 GWG 1 PPG 2 PPA .36 P/20

Wang is a defenseman who loves to carry the puck up the ice, but not at the expense of putting his team in trouble defensively.  He will give up the body to block shots, and with his speed can lead to odd man breaks the other way.  He will be a big boon to complement the already taken Akira Ren for the Syndicate, and make a deadly top pairing.  This pick will make Chicago a tough team to beat, as in a few years, the pairing of Ren and Wang may be the top pairing in the SHL.

Projection: #1 Defenseman

6) (via ) C-Vorian Atreides 281 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 2
Two-Way Forward 6’3” 239 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
4 G+ 9 A= 13 Pts. -7 8 PIM 32 Hits 78 Shots 7 SB 794 MP (15.88 avg) 1 GWG 1 GTG 4 PPA 55.22 FO% .33 P/20

Atreides is a monster in the faceoff circle.  Rookies are not suppose to win 55% of their draws, yet here we are with Atreides.  He should provide a great two-way game, but may take a little longer to reach his ceiling.  As with most centers, they have many aspects of their game to work on compared to wingers and defensemen.  The Stampede certainly have a #1 center here if he reaches his potential.

Projection: 1st Line Center

7) D-Disisde Dayudie 271 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 5
Two-Way Defenseman 6’3” 209 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
7 G+ 19 A= 26 Pts. -8 32 PIM 48 Hits 72 Shots 59 SB 1085 MP (21.70 avg) 5 PPG 3 PPA .48 P/20

Dayudie is another top flight defenseman in this class.  He played big minutes as a rookie for Lethbridge, and didn’t disappoint.  Amongst the leaders in points and shot blocks, Disisde provides a complete game from the rearguard position.  Panthers are lucky to have him fall this far.  As #1 defenseman are hard to come by.

Projection: #1 Defenseman

8) (via ) LW-Henrik Lekberg Osterman 278 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 6, Pick 52
Two-Way Forward 6’0” 200 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
9 G+ 14 A= 23 Pts. -9 18 PIM 34 Hits 83 Shots 7 SB 793 MP (15.85 avg) 2 GWG 1 GTG 2 PPG 6 PPA .58 P/20

Osterman is a power play dynamo, providing 8 points on the Raptors unit.  He can contribute strongly on offense at any time, but the power play will be his bread and butter.  He is working to improve his defense, so he is going to be a full 200 foot player.  The Panthers have a solid pick in Henrik, and he will no doubt be a top player in the near future.

Projection: 1st Line Winger

9) (via ) LW-Phineas Gold 277 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 13
Offensive Forward 5’11” 190 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 9 A= 14 Pts. -3 23 PIM 28 Hits 85 Shots 7 SB 491 MP (9.83 avg) .57 P/20

Gold is a rather curious prospect.  He did not see many minutes with the champion Militia, but his numbers seem to show a strong offensive touch.  He seems to possibly have a higher ceiling then some of his teammates in this draft, and that was why can see Hamilton going for a ‘reach’ here.  But it really is not a reach as Phineas with more playing time, could be amongst the leaders rather easily.

Projection: Top 6 Forward, probable top line winger

10) LW-Aron Hernadivic 275 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 20
Playmaker 5’10” 180 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths: Passing, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
8 G+ 6 A= 14 Pts. -7 6 PIM 23 Hits 75 Shots 3 SB 598 MP (11.96 avg) 2 GWG 1 GTG 1 PPG 1 PPA .47 P/20

Hernadivic comes in as a smaller playmaker, but his skill is nothing short of elite.  He will provide a steady offense for the Jets in the near future, and has a knack for scoring timely goals as well.  He will begin to show some more talent once he gets in the top 6 for St. Louis.

Projection:. Top 6 Forward, probable top line winger

11) (via , ) LW-Ricky Bobby 274 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 37
Sniper 6’3” 185 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Defense Weakness: Checking
11 G+ 8 A= 19 Pts. +6 4 PIM 41 Hits 76 Shots 5 SB 593 MP (11.86 avg) 2 GTG 1 PPG 1 PPA .64 P/20

Ricky Bobby was another vital piece to the Montreal Militia’s cup win.  Amongst the leaders in goal scored, he will become better with time.  The Platoon traded a couple strong players to get back a first rounder, and Bobby is their man.  This feels like a safe bet, and they will be rewarded with a goal scoring machine.

Projection: 1st Line Winger

12) D-Samuel Michaud 272 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 15
Defensive Defenseman 5’10” 205 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Defense, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Scoring
1 G+ 13 A= 14 Pts. -13 12 PIM 26 Hits 17 Shots 44 SB 885 MP (17.71 avg) .32 P/20

Michaud is a solid defensive defenseman, despite his plus-minus total.  He played on Anchorage team that had a rough go of it, and many players stats suffered for it.  Expect better numbers for him next year, as many believe the bad Armada season was more of fluke than a bad squad.  Calgary takes the blueliner for his potential more than anything.

Projection: #2/#3 Defenseman

13) (via ) LW-Alexei Rykov 270 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, Pick 50
Sniper 6’3” 205 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
12 G+ 12 A= 24 Pts. +11 6 PIM 29 Hits 69 Shots 7 SB 852 MP (17.04 avg) 1 GWG 2 GTG 5 PPG 5 PPA .56 P/20

Rykov is an offensive threat at all times, especially on the power play.  Already showing a strong defensive game with his +11, Alexei surprised some people that despite being a lethal scorer, he does not shy away from his own zone for the big play.  The Pride will happily take this sniper late in the first round.

Projection: 1st Line Winger

14) D-Björn Leppänen 281 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, Pick 27
Enforcer Defenseman 5’11” 183 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Checking, Fighting, Strength Weakness: Scoring
3 G+ 7 A= 10 Pts. -25 55 PIM 97 Hits 17 Shots 37 SB 835 MP (16.71 avg) 1 GTG .24 P/20

Leppanen looks to defy the odds as the SHL seems to shy away from enforcer types.  However, his physical presence on the ice makes him a threat to knock the best players of their games.  He does need to improve in his own zone, however, if he wants to make an impact at the SHL level.  He does some flashes of offense, but that will not be enough if he keeps letting the opponents score at will.  Rage take a gamble on this pick, but feel that defensive positioning can be taught, and then they will have a wrecking ball on their hands.

Projection: #3/#4 Defenseman

15) (via ) RW-Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu 282TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 31
Sniper 6’4” 220 lbs. Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia Shot: R
Strengths: Scoring, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
12 G+ 18 A= 30 Pts. +9 6 PIM 16 Hits 83 Shots 2 SB 686 MP (13.72 avg) 1 GTG 3 PPG 6 PPA .87 P/20

The name no announcer wants to pronounce, Kalevolaripaavo is from the small nation of Estonia.  After a slow start playing on the fourth line for Kelowna (1 assist in 11 games), he went on to finish second amongst rookie scorers.  The reason for such a low first round pick, is teams question whether he is really that talented, or if he benefited from playing with better players on the second line and second power play unit.  Kalevolaripaavo had the highest P/20 in the class, by a wide margin though, thanks in large part after that move, 29 points in 39 games).  His agent does have one Hall of Famer under his belt, but this pick seems iffy at best.

Projection: 1st Round Bust,  Bottom 6 Forward

16) LW-Marcus Ohlsson 278 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 10
Playmaker 6’3” 225 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Puck Handling, Skating Weakness: Checking
8 G+ 6 A= 14 Pts. -11 6 PIM 16 Hits 56 Shots 3 SB 693 MP (13.87 avg) 1 GTG .40 P/20

Ohlsson is a prospect that just oozes potential, but on a strong Vancouver team, it was hidden.  This should change next season as the Whalers will look to utilize him more.  He should be able to get better line mates where his talented passing will come to the fore.  The reigning Challenge Cup champions have a great pick here.  

Projection: Top 6 Forward, likely 1st line winger

#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup

The second round typically sees a couple superstars poke through, but most typically you find top 6 forwards, top 4 defenders, and role players.  This season may see a difference, as we said earlier, this draft is deep.  There are plenty of players with 250 or more TPE, and some just below to fill out this round.  Teams are going to find gems in this round, the question becomes, who finds them.  Buffalo could kill it, having three picks in the second round.  Toronto, Minnesota, and Los Angeles each have two picks, so could quickly stock their prospect pile as well.

ROUND TWO

17) (via ) LW-Joseph Weston 269 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT:Round 1, Pick 7
Sniper 6’1” 202 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Scoring, Puck Handling, Skating Weakness: Checking
8 G+ 3 A= 11 Pts. +3 18 PIM 34 Hits 47 Shots 7 SB 621 MP (12.43 avg) 1 GWG 1 GTG 1 PKG .35 P/20

Weston was somewhat hampered in having to play on the fourth line for Montreal.  He still managed to put up 8 goals and was used on the second penalty kill unit.  Weston has a ton of potential and he should be able to display that next season, when Montreal gives him more minutes.  Los Angeles looks to Weston as a future goal scorer.

Projection: Top 6 Forward

18) (via ) LW-Gylfi Eriksson 265 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, Pick 21
Playmaker 6’2” 215 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths: Passing, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
7 G+ 7 A= 14 Pts. -2 17 PIM 38 Hits 61 Shots 5 SB 647 MP (12.93 avg) 2 GWG 2 GTG .43 P/20

Gylfi had a solid , if not unspectacular, rookie SMJHL season.  Playing on the Four Star runner-ups, Eriksson proved to be a clutch player in his limited ice time.  With a pair of game-winning and a pair of game-tying goals, he showed that he can provide the offense when needed most.  The Swedish playmaker should be able to help the SteelHawks in the near future, and could be a big piece in their rebuild.  Look for him to take a big step up next season for Kelowna when he will get to see more ice time, and possible special teams play.

Projection: Top 6 Forward

19) C-Kevin Robinson 265 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, Pick 49
Two-Way Forward 6’2” 200 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
7 G+ 9 A= 16 Pts. -10 14 PIM 25 Hits 46 Shots 6 SB 795 MP (15.90 avg) 2 GTG 1 PPG 1 PPA 48.15 FO% .40 P/20

Robinson had a fairly solid rookie campaign.  Playing in all situations, he provided a steady two-way game.  He will need to improve in the circle, if we wants to catch the upper echelon of centers in this draft.  That can be developed with added strength and practice.  The Pride know they can get a contributor with Robinson, but he will most likely take a little more time compared to his peers.

Projection: 2nd/3rd line Center

20) RW-James Ronlain 264 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 8
Sniper 6’2” 205 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths: Scoring, Puck Handling, Skating Weakness: Checking
9 G+ 6 A= 15 Pts. -10 26 PIM 38 Hits 99 Shots 1 SB 798 MP (15.96 avg) 1 GWG 1 GTG 1 PPG 1 PPA .38 P/20

Ronlain is the very definition of sniper, not in the literal sense, since his shooting percentage was under 10, but in that he loves to shoot the puck every chance he gets.  Nearly averaging 2 shots per game, there was no angle to sharp enough for him to fire from.  He saw time on the Scarecrows second line, and the second powerplay unit, expect him to see more time in both.  Like many rookies, Ronlain struggled in his own zone, but then again many snipers are not there to play defense.  The North Stars get a player that is going to add their high shot total, and hopefully with a little more seasoning in juniors, provide a higher scoring touch.

Projection: Top 6 Forward

21) (via ) RW-Hariken Urawa 264 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Colorado Raptors
Sniper 6’0” 205 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
7 G+ 4 A= 11 Pts. -3 6 PIM 21 Hits 47 Shots 3 SB 525 MP (10.49 avg) 2 GTG 1 PPA .42 P/20

Urawa was an undrafted free agent of the Colorado Raptors, an he proved to be a solid piece.  The numbers at first glance don’t look great, but at a closer look, he is one of the better prospects in this class.  Buffalo has a future sniper in their midst, and don’t be surprised if he is one of the earlier prospects to make the SHL.

Projection: 1st Line Winger

22) C-Luca Veccelli 262 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 1, Pick 6
Playmaker 6’3” 208 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
11 G+ 18 A= 29 Pts. +7 12 PIM 38 Hits 48 Shots 5 SB 910 MP (18.21 avg) 1 GTG 1 PPG 7 PPA 1 PKA 50.21 FO% .64  P/20

Veccelli was in the top 3 amongst all rookies in the SMJHL.  So why does he fall to the second round.  Plain and simple, the talent of this draft is amazing.  More importantly a lot of strong defenseman in this draft, and that will drive a future star down the rankings a bit.  Luca possess slick hands to make the craziest of passes, and is also capable of firing a quick wrister for some goals as well.  The Chiefs basically get a steal here, as Luca is certainly worthy of 1st round consideration.

Projection: #1 Center

23) LW-Andrey Barbashev II 260 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 32
Offensive Forward 6’0” 185 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths: Scoring, Puck Handling, Skating Weakness: Checking
6 G+ 5 A= 11 Pts. -2 6 PIM 36 Hits 49 Shots 3 SB 651MP (13.01 avg) 1GWG .34 P/20

Barbashev can provide some solid offense when he gets time.  The Austrian native has an all around offensive flair, but will need more regular minutes to prove that.  The Panthers certainly believe he can produce at the next level, and take him here in the middle of the secondi round.

Projection: Top 6 Forward

24) (via ) G-Ian Venables 276 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 33
Hybrid Goalie 6’4” 222 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Style Control, Reaction Time, Agility Weakness: Rebound Control
19-20-4 Record .867 Save% 3.13 GAA 2437 MP 127 GA 954 SHA 1 SHO 3 Ast

Venables is easily the top goalie in this season’s draft class.  While his numbers may not be the most impressive, he did play for Anchorage, who just had a terrible season all around.  Venables will need to limit his rebounds as he seems to kick them into bad areas, but that can be taught.  Buffalo gets their starter of the future.

Projection: Starting Goaltender

25) C-Tom Fiddler 212 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 34
Two-Way Forward 6’2” 210 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
3 G+ 16 A= 19 Pts. +2 12 PIM 52 Hits 64 Shots 2 SB 768 MP (15.36 avg) 1 GTG 4 PPA 42.43 FO% .49 P/20

Fiddler was able to see some playing time in all situations with Montreal.  A deft passer, Tom set up his teammates left and right.   Fiddler is going to need to work on his face-offs if he wants to stay up the middle, or else Tampa Bay may convince him to move to the wing.  He is going to be a vital piece to Montreal title defense.

Projection: Middle 6 Forward

26) (via ) C-Rintarou Okabe 237 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Lethbridge Lions
Two-Way Forward 5’10” 130 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 5 A= 10 Pts. -15 8 PIM 16 Hits 37 Shots 2 SB 493 MP (9.86 avg) 1 GTG 2 PPA 49.05 FO% .41 P/20

Okabe will be a solid contributor at the next level.  For a rookie, his faceoff percentage is not elite, but it certainly is not bad.  The Specters certainly have a projectable player here, but it may take a little longer, possibly 3 more seasons in the SMJHL to get his all around game up.

Projection: Middle 6 Forward

27) D-Zbigniew Pokrywka 254 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 19
Two-Way Defenseman 6’3” 205 lbs. Poland Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Strength
4 G+ 15 A= 19 Pts. +4 48 PIM 80 Hits 20 Shots 29 SB 853 MP (17.06 avg) 1 GWG 3 PPG 2 PPA 1 PKA .45 P/20

Pokrywka provided to some steady play for the champions in Montreal.  While solid in his own zone, Zbigniew is quite capable of leading the rush from one goal line to the other.  Pokrywka is expected to garner more minutes next season, and we will see then how he does against the top lines in the SMJHL.  Buffalo gets a dependable defenseman who will fill out there top 4 easily.

Projection: #2/#3 Defenseman

28) D-Daniel Kuster 237 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, Pick 41
Offensive Defenseman 6’1” 198 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Passing Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 13 A= 18 Pts. +10 14 PIM 14 Hits 42 Shots 34 SB 956 MP (19.12 avg) 2 GWG 1 GTG 3 PPG 4 PPA .38 P/20

Kuster is one of the top quarterbacks on the power play in this draft.  He will provide the Dragons with a complete game, as he showed that isn’t just a puck lugger.  He was solid in his own zone, and was willing to block shots when needed.  

Projection: #2/#3 Defenseman

29) (via , ) D-Jack Wilson 231 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 13, Pick 124
Two-Way Defenseman 6’1” 210 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
3 G+ 18 A= 21 Pts. -17 22 PIM 21 Hits 28 Shots 45 SB 784 MP (15.67 avg) 1 GWG 1 PPA .54 P/20

Wilson had a very interesting rookie campaign with Lethbridge.  On one hand he put up 21 points, on the other he was a -17 as a third pair defender.  Some wonder if he truly is a defenseman, a rover, or just a fourth forward disguised as a defenseman.  West Kendall hopes he turns into a defenseman that is better in his own zone, while still being able to contribute offensively.

Projection: #3/#4 Defenseman


30) (via ) D-Ursin Zimmermann 228 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, Pick 28
Offensive Defenseman 6’3” 200 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Endurance, Strength Weakness: Checking
1 G+ 16 A= 17 Pts. -13 26 PIM 47 Hits 27 Shots 51 SB 1101 MP (22.02 avg) 4 PPA .31 P/20

Zimmermann provided some good offense from the back end for the Outlaws last season.  He was able to play major minutes in all situations, and this should help his development.  He is lacking a bit compared to other defenders in the draft, and his work in his own zone needs improvement.  The Stars can get a middling defenseman here that is able to rush the puck.

Projection: #3/#4 Defenseman

31) (via , ) RW-Karl Krashwagen 237 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 6, Pick 53
Two-Way Forward 6’3” 210 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
1 G+ 3 A= 4 Pts. -10 26 PIM 92 Hits 20 Shots 2 SB 681 MP (13.61 avg) .12 P/20

Krashwagen is a physically imposing two-way forward, but struggled offensively this season.  A talent that may need a couple seasons to find his scoring touch, the Renegades have themselves a solid piece here late in the second round.  Karl will improve to the point his scoring will improve, but he may take longer than many of his counterparts.  He is going to get bigger minutes next season in Halifax, and fully expect with better linemates for him to surprise some people.

Projection: Top 6 Forward, with possible top line talent.

32) (via ) C-First-Name Last-Name 222 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 6, Pick 58
Offensive Forward 6’0” 200 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Passing, Skating Weakness: Checking
6 G+ 4 A= 10 Pts. -5 14 PIM 31 Hits 47 Shots 8 SB 603 MP (12.06 avg) 1 PPA 42.86FO% .33 P/20

One wonders if this player is in witness protection with a name like First-Name Last-Name.  All jokes aside Last-Name is a true prospect that may take a little longer to develop.  His face-off presence has a lot of work in order for Last-Name to stay at center.  We will see a step up in most of his production as Colorado will look to give him some more playing time.  The Chiefs may have to be patient with First-Name, but their patience should be rewarded with a SHL regular.

Projection: Middle 6 Forward

The third round is where the crapshoot really happens. Most years you may find one diamond in the rough, but for the most part you find depth players, backup goalies, or career juniors.  This year, however, we should find a plethora of role players, and certainly a couple gems.  Teams can certainly help themselves in this round.

ROUND THREE

33) D-Jakob Hamr 223 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, pick 23
Defensive Defenseman 6’5” 250 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Defense, Checking, Strength Weakness: Scoring
1 G+ 7 A= 8 Pts. -16 71 PIM 69 Hits 17 Shots 67 SB 883 MP (17.65 avg) 1 PPA 1 PKA .18  P/20

Hamr is a stay at home defenseman with a mean streak.  He loves to hit, loves to block shots, and loves to sit in the sin bin.  He will never be mistaken for an offensive threat.  Hamilton looks his enthusiasm and his physical play but he will need to learn to stay out of the box if he wants to play in the SHL.

Projection: #4/#5 Defenseman, possible #3 if disciplined

34) (via ) G-Markus Tegernako 243 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Lethbridge Lions
Hybrid Goalie 6’1” 195 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Hand Speed, Reaction Time, Rebound Control Weakness: Skating
14-8-1 Record .896 Save% 3.01 GAA 1393 MP 70 GA 672 SHA

As with Venables, Tegernako is tough to gauge where to put him.  He is a big reason why the Lions was not worse than it already was.  The hybrid goalie has a quick glove and does a good job of controlling rebounds. His numbers may seem a little down, but given the porous defensive scheme in front of him, they are good.  The Platoon will look to him to one day replace Biscuit.

Projection: Starting Goaltender

35) (via , , ) C-Daniel Bischoff 263 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, pick 35
Offensive Forward 6’1” 174 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Passing Weakness: Checking
4 G+ 3 A= 7 Pts. -17 15 PIM 30 Hits 35 Shots 5 SB 544 MP (10.89 avg) 1 GWG 1 PPG 48.67 FO% .26 P/20

Bischoff comes into the draft having played for the worst team in the SMJHL.  So it is hard to gauge how good his talents may be.  His face-off percentage is okay for a rookie, but compared to some of his fellow rookies, he is far behind.  The Stampede like his offensive instincts, despite the lacking numbers.  Being a center though, Bischoff will have to improve in his zone, in order to be taken as a more serious prospect.

Projection: 3rd Line Center.

36) (via ) RW-Yamamoto Mitsuharu 246 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 16
Playmaker 6’2” 215 lbs. Tokyo, Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
6 G+ 17 A= 23 Pts. -12 18 PIM 68 Hits 107 Shots 5 SB 935 MP (18.71 avg) 2 GWG 1 PPG 1 PPA .49 P/20

Mitsuharu played in all situations this last season for St. Louis.  A natural passer, Mitsuharu has the ability to become an elite playmaker at the SHL level.  Surprisingly though, Yamamoto was very shot happy as well.  He finished first amongst all SMJHL rookies in shots fired.  Mitsuharu does have first or second round talent, but it is hard to put him up there with players who have shown a little more development thus far.  Do not be surprised if he becomes one of the better players from this draft.  The Specters definitely get a ‘steal’ here, but the depth this season is incredible.

Projection: Top 6 Forward, probably Top Line Winger

37) (via ) C-Marcus Weiser 248 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 17
Power Forward 6’0” 180 lbs. Vienna, Shot: R
Strengths:Checking, Scoring, Skating Weakness: Passing
3 G+ 3 A= 6 Pts. -9 30 PIM 89 Hits 16 Shots 1 SB 697 MP (13.93 avg) 2 GWG 1 PPG 53.54 FO% .17 P/20

Weiser is a bruising forward, who shows that he might be able to evolve into a well rounded center.  His faceoff percentage is especially high for a first year junior.  While he may have only 3 goals to his name, he has shown to score them in clutch situations with two game-winning goals and a powerplay goal.  The Wolfpack like that he can throw around his weight, while not taking too many penalties.  His faceoff ability will give him a chance to make the next level.

Projection: Bottom 6 Forward

38) (via ) LW-François Breton 231 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 6, Pick 51
Two-Way Forward 6’0” 180 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 11 A= 16 Pts. -5 2 PIM 10 Hits 48 Shots 2 SB 517 MP (10.34 avg) .62 P/20

Breton’s rookie campaign in Vancouver shows a promising prospect.  His P/20 was amongst some of the best in the rookie class.  He played limited minutes, but the talent is there.  Tampa Bay takes him here for his 200 foot game, knowing that he can put points on the board.  

Projection: Middle 6 Forward

39) (via ) LW-Thomas Vanice 230 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Lethbridge Lions
Sniper 6’2” 218 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 7 A= 12 Pts. -19 6 PIM 24 Hits 53 Shots 2 SB 418 MP (11.60 avg) 1 GWG 4 PPA .57 P/20

An undrafted free agent to the Lions, Vanice, proved to be strong player in the 36 games he played in.  A prospect that was a little behind, stayed a little behind because of the depth of this class.  One area the Stars will look for him to improve is in his own zone.  If Vanice can provide that he will certainly benefit his team in the long run.

Projection: Top 6 Forward

40) (via ) LW-Niklas Fuhrberg 222 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, Pick 44
Power Forward 6’4” 220 lbs. Namibia, South Africa Shot: R
Strengths:Strength, Scoring, Passing Weakness: Skating
2 G+ 3 A= 5 Pts. -21 12 PIM 46 Hits 24 Shots 3 SB 537 MP (10.74 avg) .19  P/20

Fuhrberg works hard, but seems to lack in all areas of his game.  He plays fairly disciplined for a power forward, but his hits are a little low.  As with many Lions his defensive zone awareness needs improvement.  New England looks at Fuhrberg as a project that may take the full 3 years to bear fruit.  For now he will work on his game in Lethbridge.

Projection: 3rd/4th Line Winger

41) (via ) C-Michael Fitted 212 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Montreal Militia
Playmaker 5’8” 175 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
6 G+ 6 A= 12 Pts. -3 4 PIM 20 Hits 33 Shots 0 SB 416 MP (9.90 avg) 1 GTG .58 P/20

Fitted only played 42 games in the SMJHL due to some visa issues keeping him from the draft.  Due to his late arrival, Montreal took him from his natural center position and moved him to wing.  While he played limited minutes, Fitted put up some decent offensive numbers.  Expect him to get some more time next season, and possibly get moved back to center.  Hamilton needs to build their prospect pool, and Fitted should be a solid pick to make that happen.

Projection: Middle 6 Forward

42) (via ) G-Tobias Lindeman 221 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Anaheim Outlaws
Hybrid Goalie 6’4” 225 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Hand Speed, Reaction Time, Rebound Control Weakness: Skating
4-5-1 Record .872 Save% 3.17 GAA 626 MP 33 GA 257 SHA

Lindeman is a large goaltender who saw mostly backup duty in Anaheim.  His numbers were on par with many of his peers, but most of them had starting duties.  He has a quick glove, and controls the pucks that do happen to bounce off of him.  He will look to get prime minutes in net this season.  Chicago has an interesting prospect, but one that is too early to tell how good he really is.

Projection: Possible Starter, Definite Backup

43) (via ) D-Hans Schweinsteiger 212 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Montreal Militia
Two-Way Defenseman 6’4” 245 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Strength Weakness: Checking
1 G+ 6 A= 7 Pts. +7 26 PIM 22 Hits 12 Shots 25 SB 466 MP (9.32 avg) .30 P/20

Schweinsteiger was an undrafted player that Montreal brought in to help with their championship run.  Though large, Hans isn’t the most physical player you are going to find, but he plays with solid positioning.  He will get more minutes next season, and we will see how he does against the better players in the SMJHL.  The reigning champs of the SHL, Edmonton, draft Schweinsteiger for his solid all around game.

Projection: #3/#4 Defenseman

44) LW-Andrei Petrikov 216 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, Anchorage Armada
Two-Way Forward 5’10” 200 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
6 G+ 9 A= 15 Pts. -7 12 PIM 43 Hits 60 Shots 1 SB 672 MP (13.44 avg) 1 GWG 1 PPG 3 PPA .45 P/20

Petrikov is a prospect who should make the next level.  The winger has some moderate skill in the offensive zone, and will see improvement in his own zone with more taching.  The Dragons feel like Petrikov will fit nicely as a grinder in the future, but may have to wait three or so seasons, to see that fulfilled.

Projection: Bottom 6 Grinder

45) (via ) LW-Suzuki Namokato 219 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 6, Pick 56
Sniper 6’2” 202 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Endurance Weakness: Checking
4 G+ 5 A= 9 Pts. -4 6 PIM 14 Hits 53 Shots 2 SB 809 MP (16.19 avg) 1 GWG 1 GTG 1 PPA .22 P/20

Namokato played pretty well in his rookie campaign.  The sniping Japanese player struggled too score as much as he would have liked, but his shot total is a little down for a sniper.  The North Stars get a player who could develop into someone who provides some key offense, but only if they can find a way to build his confidence in his skill.

Projection: Middle 6 Forward

46) (via ) D-Flash Gordon 211 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Undrafted Signing, St. Louis Scarecrows
Defensive Defenseman 6’4” 225 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths: Defense, Checking, Skating Weakness: Scoring
4 G+ 6 A= 10 Pts. +14 58 PIM 86 Hits 25 Shots 60 SB 959 MP (19.18 avg) 1 GWG 1 PPG .21 P/20

Flash Gordon is an interesting prospect.  He shows to be talented in his own, owning a +14 amongst the best in the rookie class.  However, he is prone to taking too many bad penalties.  In an era where the enforcer is dead and teams look to avoid the PK, Gordon finds it hard to be higher up on the board.  Perhaps a team may take him higher, but only if he is committed to being more disciplined in the future.  He can contribute offensively when given opportunities, and is a shot blocking machine, but that isn’t enough to move him up our board.

Projection: #4/#5 Defenseman, with discipline #2/#3

47) (via ) C-Johnny Patey 216 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, pick 48
Offensive Forward 6’0” 195 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Puck Handling, Passing Weakness: Checking
7 G+ 7 A= 14 Pts. -23 17 PIM 28 Hits 65 Shots 2 SB 646 MP (12.93 avg) 3 GWG 1 PPG 3 PPA 49.52 FO% .43  P/20

Johnny Patey struggled greatly in his own zone for the Lions.  His -23 was amongst the worst of his peers, and being a center, that cannot be acceptable.  Some positives to his game are when he scores they are usually clutch goals, given his 3 game winners, and his faceoff percentage is very respectable in his first season. Both Lethbridge and Winnipeg will expect some better things for Patey, namely his defense, next season.

Projection: #3 Center

48) (via ) G-Mitchell Maverick 240 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, Pick 26
Hybrid Goalie 6’4” 204 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Style Control, Reaction Time, Hand Speed Weakness: Rebound Control
5-7-1 Record ..890 Save% 2.93 GAA 840 MP 41 GA 372 SHA

Maverick put up solid numbers in his first SMJHL season, but his training seemed to start to wane at the end of the season.  With good body positioning and a good glove, he limits his rebounds.  A key given that his rebound control is less than adequate.  The Stars select him as a probable backup, but hope for more if he comes back to the training facilities.

Projection: Career Backup

Round four is only used every few seasons it seems, and this is one of those seasons.  This season we may see a couple depth players and backups selected, but the odds are stacked against these prospects from making any impact in the future.  A few teams may pass their pick this round, while others will pick against the odds for an impactive player.  Most of these prospects will most likely finish out their careers in juniors, but will at least get to say they had their names called by a SHL club.

ROUND FOUR

49) RW-Justin Womack 199 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, Pick 47
Two-Way Forward 6’2” 240 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Defense, Puck Handling Weakness: Strength
1 G+ 3 A= 4 Pts. -8 20 PIM 42 Hits 12 Shots 1 SB 424 MP (8.47 avg)  .19 P/20

Womack did not see much playing time as the Whalers had him play on the fourth line.  He plays a physical game, but questions remain as to how much of an offensive presence he will bring.  As the fourth round gets started, Hamilton looks to Womack as a safe pick, since it seems he will still develop.

Projection: 4th Line Winger, Depth Player

50) (via ) D-Georgy Gorbachenko 207 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 7, Pick 62
Two-Way Defenseman 6’4” 220 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Skating Weakness: Checking
3 G+ 11 A= 14 Pts. -5 41 PIM 39 Hits 26 Shots 49 SB 897 MP (17.95 avg) 1 GTG 1 PPG 1 PPA 1 PKA .31 P/20

Gorbachenko is actually a solid defenseman and a good prospect.  Played all situations in Colorado and was capable of moving the puck up to create scoring chances.  The biggest knock on him is his discipline.  With the SHL shying away from enforcers and players racking up penalties, this caused Gorbachenko to fall here.  Probably the most promising prospect that will be taken in this round, he needs to stay out of the box to move on to the SHL.  Toronto loves the potential in Georgy, but want him to learn how to play smarter.

Projection: #4/#5 Defenseman when he learns to stay out of the box.

51) (via ) G-Shiqa Vitalievich 199 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 36
Butterfly Goalie 6’4” 210 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Rebound Control, Hand Speed, Reaction Time Weakness: Skating
20-13-2 Record .881 Save% 3.05 GAA 2201 MP 112 GA 945 SHA 1 Ast

Vitalievich had a good, not great, season in St Louis as a rookie.  The large Russian swallows everything shot his way, and limits teams’ second chances.  For some reason though, he kept appearing at the practice rink, but stopped his training.  One questions if he had an injury and saw his decline from some of the other goalies in the draft.  New Orleans likes the potential in him, and this is a low risk pick.  If Vitalievich ever finds his way back on the ice, this pick could be a steal.

Projection: Career Junior, Possible Backup

52) RW-Sasha Dangelchek 202 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 4, Pick 38
Power Forward 6’3” 220 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Checking, Passing, Puck Handling Weakness: Skating
3 G+ 2 A= 5 Pts. -7 16 PIM 59 Hits 24 Shots 1 SB 564 MP (11.29 avg) .18 P/20

Dangelchek could become a good power forward, but his biggest weakness is skating.  The question is can he keep up with the pace of the SHL, to still be able to his large frame effectively.  Only time will tell, but his SMJHL numbers show him to be a heavy hitter, that is fairly disciplined.  He won’t necessarily light the lamp, but he is known for digging loose pucks out and feeding teammates.  The North Stars at this point have very few players to pick from, and Dangelchek maybe the safest bet at this point.

Projection: Bottom six winger used in a grinders role.

53) (via ) RW-Jay Reeves 213 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 5, Pick 45
Sniper 5’6” 180 lbs. Birthplace: unknown Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
1 G+ 6 A= 7 Pts. -5 10 PIM 34 Hits 37 Shots 0 SB 587 MP (11.74 avg) .24 P/20

Jay Reeves is an undersized sniper, who had a rough time in Anchorage.  The Armada’s poor season did not help Reeves, as he a hard time with his size finding time and space to utilize his shot.  He did show that he can be responsible in his own zone, being only a -5.  Reeves’s game could improve with an improved team around him, as he needs other pieces to create space for him.  The Jets take him late as a gamble, in hopes that could be a PP specialist.

Projection: 3rd Line Winger

54) LW-James Hendricks 202 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 15, Pick 149
Offensive Forward 6’2” 212 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Scoring, Puck Handling, Passing Weakness: Checking
3 G+ 6 A= 9 Pts. -9 15 PIM 27 Hits 35 Shots 3 SB 504 MP (10.07 avg) .36 P/20

Hendricks really is not much of a prospect, as much as a future depth player.  He would show flashes of some offensive brilliance, but most of the time he lurked in the shadows.  Minnesota drafts him in hopes of reigniting a fire in him to work on becoming more than a wasted pick.  If they can do that then he could compliment the lower half of the lineup with some offense.

Projection: Depth Player to career ending in SMJHL

55) LW-Landon Flynn 235 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 7, Pick 61
Offensive Forward 6’1” 190 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Skating, Puck Handling Weakness: Checking
5 G+ 4 A= 9 Pts. -4 4 PIM 22Hits 50 Shots 2 SB 404 MP (8.09 avg) .45 P/20

With an agent who has a reputation for representing problematic players, Flynn finds himself behind the eight ball.  A talented player, but his off-ice antics will not be tolerated by SHL management.  The Panthers take him here as the best player available, and hope that his shenanigans are kept to a minimum.  Otherwise, he will either be traded for some minor pieces/picks, or left to finish out his career in the juniors.

Projection: Depth role or career junior player.  Cleans up act top 9 Forward.

56) (via ) D-Berg Svensen 203 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 11
Offensive Defenseman 6’5” 230 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Puck Handling, Defense Weakness: Checking
1 G+ 11 A= 12 Pts. +18 8 PIM 21 Hits 19 Shots 37 SB 892 MP (17.84 avg) 3 PPA .27 P/20

Svensen looked like a promising defenseman early in the season, but his training waned and his interest seemed to drop.  Despite that, Berg put up solid numbers for a rookie defenseman on the second pairing for Kelowna.  His +18 is the best among all draftees.  If he can regain interest and get back to training, then Svensen can still develop into a solid SHL defender.  Edmonton has little to choose from here, so Svensen is worth the risk for his upside.

Projection: Depth Defenseman or career junior.  Interest regained, #3/#4 Defenseman

57) (via ) RW-Partario Scarangella 200 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, Pick 25
Two-Way Forward 5’4” 158 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Skating Weakness: Scoring
1 G+ 3 A= 4 Pts. E 18 PIM 48 Hits 24 Shots 4 SB 420 MP (8.40 avg) .19 P/20

Scarangella had a great campaign in midgets in S48, but his diminutive size showed against the bigger and faster pace of the SMJHL.  Playing on the Knights fourth line, Partario did little to establish himself in gaining a promotion to a better line.  After his early season struggles, Scarangella stopped showing up to the training facility and has fallen off the radar.  The Chiefs take a chance here, give a minimum contact, in hopes that Partario can regain the confidence from his time in midget AAA.

Projection: Career junior player, maybe depth filler.

58) D-Lee Samson 196 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 2, Pick 12
Offensive Defenseman 6’2” 210 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Scoring, Passing, Skating Weakness: Checking
2 G+ 4 A= 6 Pts. -7 28 PIM 37 Hits 22 Shots 33 SB 865 MP (17.29 avg) .14 P/20

Samson is another player who showed promise early, but was caught surpassed by many of his colleagues.  He didn’t show much, but of the prospects left to pick from, he has the highest ceiling.  Winnipeg takes a small chance, but will not lose much sleep in taking him.

Projection: Career junior, maybe depth defenseman

59) RW-Patrick Miller 182 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 3, Pick 22
Two-Way Forward 6’1” 215 lbs. Shot: L
Strengths:Passing, Defense, Skating Weakness: Scoring
4 G+ 9 A= 13 Pts. -6 10 PIM 28 Hits 35 Shots 5 SB 696 MP (13.91 avg) 1 PPG 3 PPA 1 PKA .37 P/20

Miller showed a knack for some scoring, and helped out the Raptors on the powerplay.  However, he seemed to disappear from the practice rink half way through the season,  This severely hampered his development, and now he is more of fringe prospect.  Buffalo takes him for some promising signs, but can do so with minimum investment.

Projection:Career junior, possible depth player.

60) C-Juan Miguel Pereira Ferreira 187 TPE

SMJHL DRAFT: Round 7, Pick 69
Playmaker 6’3” 225 lbs. Shot: R
Strengths:Passing, Skating, Defense Weakness: Checking
4 G+ 3 A= 7 Pts. -2 17 PIM 26 Hits 49 Shots 2 SB 477 MP (9.54 avg) 52.52 FO% .29 P/20

Rumors are swirling around Ferreira as a late round pickup.  While he has not been seen at the training facility for a while, it is believed some personal reasons have kept him away.  He has done well in limited minutes, and does possess an above average ability at the dots.  Calgary will take him for a minimal risk and contract to see if they can get him back at the rink, and give them a depth center, who can win key faceoffs.

Projection: Possible 4th Line Center, most likely career in juniors.

61) PASS

There may be one or two prospects left to take a gamble on, but New Orleans decides to pass to save cap space.

62)  PASS

Rather than adding an additional contract to the payroll, the Rage pass here, since most of the prospects left have little to no possibility of reaching the SHL.

63) (via ) PASS

Just like the Rage, nothing out there is worth the pick for Toronto.  

64) PASS

The reigning champs have little holes to fill, and address those needs earlier in the draft.  They end the draft by passing up on non-projectable prospects.

#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup

While round five is an extreme rarity it has happened.  When initially doing our research and seeing nearly 90 possible prospects, we thought five rounds was a real possibility.  Upon further review, though, the teams will most likely end the draft after 4 rounds.  Though subsequent ‘rounds’ could still happen if certain teams pass, while others may still select a couple prospects to fill their cupboards.  These ‘rounds’ are trivial at best, and more or less can be compared to undrafted free agents that were signed.

ROUND FIVE

NOT ENOUGH VIABLE PROSPECTS FOR THIS ROUND

#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup

Haven’t done any looks, but six rounds is almost unheard of.  The league has setup a board that is six rounds long (given that 87 prospects are on the board), but it will not reach this point.  We figure at best 64 prospects will be drafted, but more likely between 55 and 60 will drafted this season.  While West Kendall did trade for Edmonton’s 6th rounder this season, that would give them the 96th overall pick.  They may still use this ‘pick’ if enough teams pass early on, and they are willing to take the longest of long shots to find a future depth player.

ROUND SIX

NOT ENOUGH VIABLE PROSPECTS FOR THIS ROUND

There you have it, my incredibly long, drawn out draft prediction, that may have just 1 pick correct.

#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup

Really need to stop using a mobile device to do all this.

#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup

Okay this is ready to grade whenever.

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#20 Kalevolaripaavo Käspertommevisnapuu | RW | Tampa Bay Barracuda | Team Norway
6’4” | 210 lbs. | Maarja-Magdaleena, Estonia | Shot: R
S49 SMJHL Draft Rd. 4, Pick 31 (Kelowna)  |  S50 SHL Draft Rd. 2, Pick 17 (Los Angeles)
Last Amateur Team: Blazers AAA



#11 Zallerras Szlerchek | C/W | Hall of Fame
6’7” | 240 lbs. | Sumperk, Czechoslovakia | Shot: L
Last Amateur Team: HC Sumperk
Retired Numbers: West Kendall Platoon #11 | Team Czechia #11 | St. Louis Scarecrows #11
Awards: S19 Ryan Jesster (Best Rookie) | S27 Turd Ferguson (Most PIM) | S35 Challenge Cup