He has a terrific shot and plays an aggressive brand of offense, tallying 46 points in 31 games last season for the Sioux Falls Stampede. Pittsburgh Penguins: Tristan Broz, C, Fargo (USHL) 200. 69. Cooper Zech (D) AHL. 168. 122. Anaheim Ducks: Olen Zellweger, D, Everett (WHL) 199. ; #47 Victoria Royals: Grant Reid, F, Surrey, B.C. 86. After Keith Petruzzelli opted not to sign with the Red Wings, the team didn't really have anyone in the mold of a goalie of the future. 191. 8) Spokane Chiefs ; #109 Edmonton Oil Kings: Eliot Compton, F, Victoria, B.C. 1) Medicine Hat Tigers The Blazers also made three minor moves today as they sent their 2020 7 th round selection to Moose Jaw for a 7 th round pick in the 2022 WHL Bantam Draft. ; #65 Edmonton Oil Kings: Presley Kerner, F, Kelowna, B.C. Why Owen Power is the clear No. ; 219 Edmonton Oil Kings: Jager Gugyelka, D, Coaldale, Alta. Connor McDavid (F) NHL. ; #218 Everett Silvertips: Charles Menard, G, Fairbanks, Alaska. Age: 18 | Ht: 5-10 | Wt: 176 | Shot: L The WHL Bantam Draft 2022 is an annual outing, in which the teams of the Western Hockey League select players who have graduated from bantam. 116. He's headed to Wisconsin, which has developed a good defenseman or two. ; #48 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Koen Cleaver, G, Port Alberni, B.C. Vegas Golden Knights: Artur Cholach, D, Sokol Kiev (Ukraine) Ranking: 17 | Nationality: CAN ; #141 Regina Pats: Samuel Laplante, D, Okotoks, Alta. Arizona Coyotes: Josh Doan, RW, Chicago (USHL) Chicago Blackhawks: Victor Stjernborg, C, Vaxjo (Sweden) Name. Montreal Canadiens: Joe Vrbetic, G, North Bay (OHL) The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Pre-Show begins with co-hosts Chris Wahl and Taylor Rocca at 9:30 a.m. MT, with live draft coverage beginning at 10 a.m. MT. Chicago Blackhawks: Connor Kelley, D, Minnesota-Duluth (NCHC) Sounds like Gavin McKenna will be the #1 pick this year , he is leading the U18 CSSHL league in scoring and is only 15 years old. San Jose Sharks: Theo Jacobsson, C, Modo Jr. (Sweden Jr.) ; #145 Prince George Cougars: Mitchell DeCoste, D, Airdrie, Alta. ; #200 Tri-City Americans: Chayse Johnson, G, Trail, B.C. 19) Kamloops Blazers ; #124 Everett Silvertips: Kaeson Fisher, D, Brandon, Man. 101. Medicine Hat only has one drafted prospect (Capitals long shot Dru Krebs) but they've got a few exciting young players, led by 2022 Bantam draft No. -- Wyshynski, Team: Brooks (AJHL) Whether it be slowing up to set up the breakout or identifying a quick opportunity for an exit and rush. As complete an undersized center as Ive seen at this age. 142. Defenceman Jackson Smith was selected second-overall by Tri-City in Thursday's 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. Instead, he opts for Lysell here. 195. He fights. -- Wyshynski, Team: Peterborough (OHL) The Western Hockey League completed the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft online today. Celebrinis shot is quick and accurate with a bit of steam behind it, making it especially difficult for goalies. Dallas Stars: Justin Ertel, LW, Summerside (MHL) St. Louis Blues: Simon Robertsson, RW, Skelleftea (Sweden) -- Wyshynski, Team: HV71 (Sweden) Columbus Blue Jackets: Ben Boyd, LW, Charlottetown (QMJHL) 12) Brandon Wheat Kings From his posture, dorsiflexion, and edge work; Tansems capacity to create plays with his feet and vision is peerless. The center posted some flashy offensive numbers in international play for Russia, including 10 points in seven games at the World Juniors. He plays with speed, loves to get on the forecheck and was an impressive member of the Canadian World Junior team this season. New York Rangers: Jaroslav Chmelar, RW, Jokerit Jr. (Finland Jr.) Given his proven ability to break forecheck containment in much simpler, conventional ways I dont think its going to be a huge issue moving forward. Team: Yale Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 21 GP 19G-23A42 points, #12 Brandon Wheat Kings The WHL Draft is held annually by the WHL to provide an orderly transfer of players to WHL Club Protected Player Lists (PPL). In other news, water remains wet. 204. Seattle Kraken: Ryan Winterton, C, Hamilton (OHL) Nashville Predators: Jack Matier, D, Ottawa (OHL) 139. Stats: 19 GP, 0.941 save pct., 1.57 GAA, How he fits: The Red Wings flipped the No. ; #203 Spokane Chiefs: Jack Bousquet, F, Dallas, Texas. Stats: 36 GP, 13 G, 24 A, How he fits: Samoskevich was the 26th-ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting. Savoie was the top pick in his WHL Bantam Draft after applying for and being denied exceptional status to play at the . 138. Full list of all 224 picks He fancied Patrice Bergeron growing up, but Beniers may end up becoming the Kraken's own version of Jonathan Toews one day. 182. He has gotten Alex Pietrangelo comps, and that's hard to pass up for the Wild. Buffalo Sabres: Prokhor Poltapov, LW, CSKA-2 (Russia Jr.) ; #132 Winnipeg ICE: Jace Egland, F, Eastend, Sask. ; #282 Portland Winterhawks: Pass; #283 Kamloops Blazers: Pass; #285 Edmonton Oil Kings: Ashton Lee, F, Edmonton, Alta. Its 2021 and we just came in with a bang! Thursdays proceedings saw six players selected from the United States, following on the heels of 44 American-born players taken in the 2022 WHL U.S. 189. Seattle Kraken: Justin Janicke, LW, US U-18 (NTDP) The Blue Jackets take their second forward of the first round. Stats: 38 GP, 5 G, 10 A, How he fits: After selecting goalie Yaroslav Askarov last season with the 11th overall pick, GM David Poile goes back to Russia to select Svechkov. 74. Celebrini is a high IQ player with a high skill set that controls the game when on the ice and sets the tempo with his relentless motor and his ability to control the play. Arizona Coyotes: Samuel Lipkin, LW, Chicago (USHL) Name: Aaron Obobaifo Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. Florida Panthers: Braden Hache, D, Kingston (OHL) The Sabres could certainly use that, too. 16, so this is a strong pick here for GM Joe Sakic. ; #114 Medicine Hat Tigers: Cohen Carter, D, Drayton Valley, Alta. WHL Network Medicine Hat Tigers to select first overall in 2022 WHL Prospects Draft 10 months ago 146. Thank you for your interest in our network of websites, newsletters, and other services. Patrick Kane (F) NHL. 218. Boston Bruins: Oskar Jellvik, LW, Djurgarden Jr. (Sweden Jr.) Jagger Firkus, Moose Jaw. 91. Willing to take punishment and fight through sticks and checks to make plays and is great at winning those battles. Back in 2012, he didn't have a goalie of the future with the Lightning, so he drafted a kid from the Russian juniors in the first round. -- Wyshynski, Team: London (GOJHL) ; #191 Kelowna Rockets: Logan Mehl, F, Regina, Sask. Pittsburgh Penguins: Ryan McCleary, D, Portland (WHL) ; #104 Seattle Thunderbirds: Caleb Potter, D, Regina, Sask. -- Wyshynski, Team: USA U-18 (NTDP) #319 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Pass. Carolina Hurricanes: Joel Nystrom, D, Farjestad (Sweden) 167. ; #95 Calgary Hitmen: Kale Dach, F, Fort Saskatchewan, Alta. Elite Prospects - WHL US Prospect Draft 2022. These clips demonstrate calm and cool decisions with the puck as well as his strong stride and ability to be an effective forechecker at times., It is clear Gavin has no issues processing the game and typically makes a simple, heads-up play with the puck. One issue: He might be better on the wing, where many draft analysts believe he'll put up huge numbers in the NHL. 17) Red Deer Rebels -- Wyshynski, Team: Sudbury (OHL) Like Matthew Savoie and Conor Geekie, there are a lot of 2022 NHL Draft eligible prospects to be excited about in the WHL this season. ; #154 Winnipeg ICE: Christian Stephanson, F, Calgary, Alta. Catton played one game with the Contacts last year as a double underage and did not look out of place, even scoring a goal. He may not be the biggest amongst his peers but he does have deceptive strength. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 178 | Shot: R, How he fits: Interesting pick. Philadelphia Flyers: Brian Zanetti, D, Peterborough (OHL) 196. Write CSS OR LESS and hit save. The teams that miss the playoffs are placed into a lottery for the 1st round only. In five of his six drafts with the Bruins, GM Don Sweeney -- a former NHL defenseman -- has selected a blueliner with his first pick. Calgary, Alta. Tampa Bay Lightning: Alex Gagne, D, Muskegon (USHL), 193. ; #39 Red Deer Rebels: Matthew Gard, F, Winnipeg, Man. Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U18 Prep Stats: 35 GP 23G-42A65 points, #2 Tri-City Americans ; #69 Red Deer Rebels: Tate Dolinsky, D, Winnipeg, man; #70 Saskatoon Blades: Brayden Klimpke, D, Calgary, Alta. WHL Bantam Draft: December Top 22 - #5 - #1, You cant help but watch Seth and appreciate the athleticism, but what has my interests peaked the most is what hell be in three to four seasons time. is also set to be represented by forward Cameron Schmidt of Prince George, who skated with Rink Kelownas U15 side this season compiling an eye-popping 25 goals in just 13 appearances. The Medicine Hat Tigers hold the first-overall selection in the WHL Prospects Draft, which is set to begin at 10:00 a.m. MT Thursday. Blueliner Peyton Kettles brings a 6-foot-3 frame into this years draft, tallying 35 points in 30 CSSHL games for the Rink Academy Winnipeg U15 squad. New York Rangers: Kalle Vaisanen, LW, TPS (Finland) Ranking: 16 | Nationality: USA This heatmap courtesy of InStat suggests that Gavin might be doing himself a disservice by keeping to the perimeter with his speed at times., This clip shows his ability to gain the zone and the respect the opposition gives his speed, however, he settles for the low-quality shot. He is a creative player who uses his quick hands to create time and space for himself. San Jose Sharks: Liam Gilmartin, LW, London (OHL) Gavin was granted access to play in that U18 league and put on a show. ; #181 Spokane Chiefs: Dane Pyatt, F, Langley, B.C. ; #79 Victoria Royals: Jerrett Ross, D, Leduc, Alta. 103. ; #308 Winnipeg ICE: Pass. San Jose Sharks: Ethan Cardwell, RW, Barrie (OHL) He had a strong U18 World Juniors with four points in seven games, and he has a great hockey sense around the offensive zone. Evasive in all three zones, Burrett proves to be a handful for forecheckers, back checkers and can have it his own way in transition. Gavin McKenna, the first-overall pick in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the Medicine Hat Tigers. Tampa Bay Lightning: Robert Flinton, LW, St. Paul's School (High NH) Thank you for your interest in our network of websites, newsletters, and other services. He has very fast hands and good extension in his shooting action that generates good pace and elevation. Anaheim Ducks: Tyson Hinds, D, Rimouski (QMJHL) Jordan Martin of Abbotsford was the highest-chosen Abbotsford product, as the defenseman was ranked 41st overall by the Saskatoon Blades, in the second round. 124. ; #54 Vancouver Giants: Colton Alain, D, Victoria, B.C. 165. With the 65 th overall selection, the Oil Kings drafted right-winger Presley Kerner. The Oil Kings wrapped up the draft with 11 new players added to their prospect pool; eight forwards, two defencemen and one goaltender. 107. ; #144 Brandon Wheat Kings: Dominic Grieco, F, Lethbridge, Alta. From his posture, dorsiflexion, and edge work; Tansems capacity to create plays with his feet and vision is peerless. ; #149 Saskatoon Blades: Tyler Deakos, F, Cochrane, Alta. The Red Wings now have a foundational 6-foot-5 defenseman on the left side to join their foundational 6-foot-4 defenseman on the right side in Moritz Seider. Ranking: 19 | Nationality: CAN 155. Calgary Flames: Cole Jordan, D, Moose Jaw (WHL) ; #108 Everett Silvertips: Ethan Makokis, D, St. Albert, Alta. - The Western Hockey League will conduct the 2020 WHL Bantam Draft online beginning at 10 a.m. MT on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. His teammate, defenceman Reese Hamilton is also highly touted ahead of Thursdays Draft. Minnesota Wild: Caedan Bankier, C, Kamloops (WHL) New York Islanders: Eetu Liukas, LW, TPS (Finland) ; #157 Victoria Royals: Ethan Watkins, F, Calgary, Alta; #158 Brandon Wheat Kings: Ryder Green, G, Prince George, B.C. Columbus Blue Jackets: Stanislav Svozil, D, Brno (Czech) There weren't many mocks that had him in the first round, but GM Bill Zito clearly felt there was no point in trading down. ; #172 Brandon Wheat Kings: Liam Loughery, D, Pitt Meadows, B.C. Calgary Flames: Cole Huckins, C, Acadie-Bathurst (QMJHL) Something imperative to future success being a smaller defender. ; #40 Portland Winterhawks: Kyle McDonough, F, Langdon, Alta. ; #182 Everett Silvertips: Gino Cotroneo, F, Winnipeg, Man. We all know about their defensive needs. He has some Brad Marchand DNA in his game. ; #139 Calgary Hitmen: Wyatt Blace, F, Cowichan Valley, B.C..; #140 Swift Current Broncos: Jaxen Gauchier, F, High Prairie, Alta. 42. If the Flames didn't believe either goalie was the future for them, then this is a nice pick. Name: William Sharpe Position: Defence Hometown: Delta, B.C. Mikael Granlund (F) NHL. 170. ; #190 Moose Jaw Warriors: Jonah Vanderhorst, D, Winnipeg, Man. ; #264 Winnipeg ICE: Justin Perreault, G, Winnipeg, Man. 183. Tampa Bay Lightning: Niko Huuhtanen, RW, Tappara Jr. (Finland Jr.), 2021 NHL draft: Pick tracker and analysis for every team. His decision to recuse himself from the draft, and the reasons behind that decision, undoubtedly would have sent him plummeting down the board.