He's a really good face-off guy, too.". 4 selection by the Seattle Kraken in the 2022 NHL Draft, and left wingBrennan Othmann (New York Rangers). So, the Blackhawks wont have to worry about the top-ten overall protection Tampa put on the pick in 2023. WebCharlie Stramel (28) F - Badger Bites Shoots right born October 2004 parents are Dave and Gretchen has a sister, Sophie, and a brother, Cooper Charlie Stramel The content on lines.com is for entertainment purposes only and does not involve real money gambling. Tourigny hasnt really hurt his draft chances with his play. Szturc is an undrafted 19-year-old whose performance in this tournament may help change that missing piece on his resume. Andrew Cristall, LW, Kelowna (NA-16)5-9, 167. WebCharlie Stramel's Player Profile. He scored Canadas second goal, making the game 3-2 at the time. Brindley was part of the incredible freshman class at the University of Michigan that was supposed to include Fantilli and Blackhawks first-rounder Frank Nazar. Charlie Stramel, C, Univ. Leonard is a high-floor, lower-ceiling type of prospect and likely caps out as a top-nine forward who can play five-on-five and on the penalty kill. He is expected to begin the 2023 tournament on right wing with center Shane Wright, the No. He has excellent processing skills andstick handling skills as a middle lane player whose body adds dimension to his forecheck and wall play. Scores/Schedule the plain reality is the potential No. Tracking where Charlie Stramel could be drafted in the 2023 NHL Mock draft. Yager, slotting in at No. By the time things were sorted out several minutes later, Alabama center Charles Bediako and guard Rylan Griffen, along with an assistant coach, were ejected for leaving the bench area and crossing halfcourt. Hes dynamic with the puck at times but not consistently enough, which is a big factor in why hes dropped a bit. He has just been away from the game, and there is always a period until you are back on track which I think he is now, FCHockey regional scout Fredrik Haak said. Originally projected as an early second-round pick, he has fallen to the back half of the second round in the mid-term rankings. Heres the first thing that jumps out to me about Halttunen: hes a 2005 birth year player (June 7), making him a younger player in the upcoming draft but look at his size already. I like his vision and playmaking ability thats outlined pretty well in the video above. Hes extremely difficult to get the puck off in one-on-one battles and is always driving hard to the net. Stramel will play lower in the lineup given the quality of the American team at the World Juniors. Those three players will be in play for the Blackhawks first pick in the draft if we assume they stay the course and end up with, at worst, a top-three overall pick (the worst record in the league is guaranteed of at least that). Charlie Stramel, C, University of Wisconsin (NCAA): Big, mean and skilled, Stramel is an NTDP product who missed a lot of last season due to injury. He is very skilled with the puck and makes unpredictable moves and opening passes every time he enters the offensive zone. 2021. Before facing Canada in the semifinal round, Stramel won 56.67 percent of his faceoffs in the tournament to lead the US team. While it caused an extended delay, it didnt hinder Alabamas run one bit. There is one obvious talking point when it comes to NHL Draft hopefuls. Linebacker Donald Willis, who started five games for the Gophers football team in 2022, announced Tuesday night on Twitter that he's entering his name into the transfer portal. When all is said and done, I think hell still find himself in the second round of our rankings at the end of the year.. Hes a deceptive player, he can beat defenders in one-on-one situations by attacking the outside lane with speed, or he can use his puckhandling to quickly change direction and create separation. Adding strength and working on his two-way game will be paramount for Perron, but there is not denying his offensive upside and going to an organization that will allow him multiple years to develop will be the perfect scenario for him. NHL.com is the official web site of the National Hockey League. Solid RHD to play with Power, Samuelsson, and/or Dahlin. "He's kind of regained his confidence a little bit and he's such a big, physical player, and has a presence," U.S. coach Rand Pecknold said. There was a time when Cameron Allen was considered the top available defenseman in this years draft. The key for Perreault will be adding explosiveness to his skating ability and filling out his frame. Szturc is second on Kelowna with 37 points (and did that in 26 games) and has added five goals for Czechia in this tournament. He is a multi-dimensional offensive player with great puck skills and a knack for creating high-quality offensive chances, whether it be for himself or his teammates. Comments by third parties are neither sponsored or endorsed by Bleacher Nation. Again, size in the middle is a big piece for me here. solidifying Columbus center depth alongside Johnson and Sillinger. He was a point-per-game player last year (69 points in 61 games) and this year hes been a dominant offensive player with 26 goals and 36 assists in just 36 games coming into the weekend. He can beat you with his skill, or just power by you.". Created By: Sharkie69. Today, we look at some top prospects for the 2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft to keep an eye on during the tournament. For the sake of this conversation, its worth noting the extent to which they rank players: there are 224 players ranked just in the North American Skaters category. 6, is a high-end playmaking center who has great hands and elite elusiveness with the puck on his stick. There are many NHL prospects representing their nation their year. After slowly chipping away at that mark, however, things got heated. 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Brindley, slotted in at No. As Ive mentioned before, the group breaks out their rankings into four individual lists: North American Skaters and Goalies and International Skaters and Goalies. 4, is having a fantastic season in the SHL. no way Chicago doesn't take Fantilli here. "He has smooth hands and is effective in traffic, using good puck-handling skills. And the class is well on its way to rounding into form. Legitimate requests to remove copyrighted photos not in the public domain will be honored promptly. Aram Minnetian, the top defensive prospect from the NTDP, has not reached the level of expectation that is looked for in a top prospect. 48. Allen plays all situations for Guelph, and that might have skewed my original analysis of him. He actively goes to the net and consistently gets himself open in the scoring areas. Alabama Stramel is a polarizing prospect in the upcoming draft. He was, and remains, a dynamic offensive defenseman that should get plenty of attention come draft day. Talk about a perfect fit. While his foot-speed may be a tad concerning, his ability to move laterally and puck handling ability allow him to negate any issues caused by his lack of elite speed. The 2023 IIHF World Juniors are underway from the Canadian cities of Halifax and Moncton. When he gets the puck in open space, he will make you pay. Ziemmer scored 30 goals last year for Prince George and is following up that performance with another good season; he has 20 goals and 52 points in 37 games. News. He is a lethal threat even when the puck isnt on his stick. He received an A grade from NHL Central Scouting on their preseason watch list, indicating hes a potential first-round player. His awareness and processing are a step behind, as he can often skate himself into danger and turn the puck over, or miss a chance at making a key play. He, too, is a 2005 birth year player so hes younger than many of his 2023 NHL Draft classmates as well. However, he is a decent finisher and has promising offensive upside. "As a player he has game breaker ability, scores important goals, is big, strong, fast and skilled. 02/05/2019 Victoria Royals Draft Charlie Stramel; RELATED NEWS. NHL MOCK DRAFT. An undersized forward who has the potential to be a dynamic skilled player, Whitelaw has elite straight-line speed and with his puck control will thrive in a high-event system that loves to generate chances in a variety of ways. In his November early 2023 NHL Draft rankings, Scott Wheeler at The Athletic had Brindley at No. Still, with time remaining in the season to jump back up the rankings, the Boston College commit will want to keep his name projected in the top two rounds. You could see him gain confidence in his offensive ability and his ability to protect the puck and create scoring chances, Wisconsin coach Tony Granato said. Sale (6-2, 174) has all the tools required to become the next standout player from the Czech Republic. He is joined on the roster by fellow 2023 draft-eligible forward Hunter McKown and goaltenders Kaiden Mbereko and Andrew Oke. More https://t.co/Mtw4GaYBjA pic.twitter.com/AphnVpkwcZ. He know show to use his size and strength to keep himself between the puck and the opposing players. Hes an A1 legend prospect and a franchise changing talent. I feel he is in a really good position to continue to get better and produce more and to feel more confident in what type of player he is.. Molendyk, No. He is one of the BCHLs best players and would be a great fit for a team picking at the end of the first round. And he has shown a lot of promise in his freshman season. He knows how to get it into the high-danger areas. Ritchie is the best all-around offensive talent the OHL has in this class, and should still firmly be a potential top-15 pick. 13, is a quick and creative two-way forward who constantly looks to generate offense through his pace and ability to create space for himself. His smarts allow him to consistently position himself as an outlet for his teammates, and he rarely holds onto the puck too long. Two players, Canadas Adam Fantilli and Swedens Leo Carlsson, are considered part of the elite top of the draft class behind Bedard (with Russian prospect Matvei Michkov, who isnt in this tournament because Russias banned). 2021 Seattle Expansion Draft Simulator. The upside outweighs the issues in his game, and with his physical tools there will be a ton of interest in him making him a potential boom-or-bust option in the latter half of the first round. Bleacher Nation Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Stramel will play lower in the lineup given the quality of the American team at the World Juniors. He doesnt fold under pressure but does need to learn when to regroup and take the simple play rather than forcing a low-percentage pass. The initial fear was that the cut was his Achilles but the Slovak coaches said it was higher on his leg and Honzek hopes to return before the end of the season in Vancouver. Here are a few names I would keep in mind (with their rankings NA for North America and INT for International): Note: I am using the heights and weight listed on NHL Central Scoutings mid-season rankings, so there may be some differences between those and what you might see on HockeyDB, EliteProspects or in highlight videos. He finished the seven-game, 18-day experience with three assists and primarily played on the teams penalty killing unit. 32 overall. His offensive game has been likened to that of reigning MVP Auston Matthews. Hes listed at only 5-10 and 176 pounds (again, not a deal-breaker by any means). 20-ranked prospect, is the highly touted right shot two-way defenseman that NHL GMs love. He rarely tries to play outside of his skillset, he keeps the puck moving and wants to get himself open so he can use his powerful shot. He reminds us a lot of. He has all the tools you want in an NHL player but has some glaring question marks that could scare off some scouts. Halttunen, No. He has been solid for the NTDP, producing a ton of points (69 points in 37 total games) and has played his way into a potential top-5 conversation if he can continue his level of offensive play. Find him on Twitter at @The1Tab. Perreault, No. As they started noticing Quinerly and Green get into it on the other end, however, some Alabama players and an assistant coach started running to get involved. The Crimson Tide finished a 16-0 run and even took their first lead of the night on a pair of Quinerly free throws with just 95 seconds left in the game. Cristall has 62 points (26 goals, 36 assists) in 36 games for Kelowna. Moore has the potential to be an effective top-six forward and getting that potential in the middle of the first round is extremely tough to pass on. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. 19, has immense skill and has the ability to disguise himself in the offensive zone before navigating his way to the soft parts of the defensive coverage and putting himself in the prime position for a quality scoring chance. And, frankly, the Blackhawks have had good fortune with players born on Feb. 4; Denis Savard also shares my birthday. Despite the loss, Canada is not out of it. Obsessive Patrick Kane Trade Watch: Could a Suspension Complicate the Timing? 31, is a player that excels with the puck on his stick. However, Bedard made his presence known. The tournament was Stramels fourth international experience and the medal was his third. I will caveat that with the reality that Canadas roster has seven players already drafted in the first round of previous NHL drafts and their captain, Shane Wright, already has NHL experience. Information on Bleacher Nation may contain errors or inaccuracies, though we try to avoid them. Hes dominated at Michigan against college competition this year as a top-line power forward but hes been a bottom-six player for Canada. even more than Smith. He has been fantastic this year and will be able to make an impact in a variety of ways at the NHL level. Dvorsky enters the NHL Draft as the latest promising star coming from Slovakia. "He plays a mature game, is competitive and active with an excellent work ethic," Stubb said. The Austria-born defenseman (6-2, 187) has 14 points (two goals, 12 assists) and is plus-9 in 28 games for Kloten in National League, the top professional league in Switzerland. Stramel (Rosemount, Minnesota) checks in at No. His big hurdle is that some defenseman available will offer just as much as Tourigny on the offensive side of the puck but may offer more on the defensive side.. Somehow, Cristall received a B grade from NHL Central Scouting (which indicates a 2nd-3rd round grade) on their preseason watch list. 2023 SEC Regular Season Champs #RollTide | #BlueCollarBasketball pic.twitter.com/Emc2HvXmQ2, Alabama Mens Basketball (@AlabamaMBB) March 2, 2023. WebThe NHL Draft 2023 location will be in Nashville, Tennessee. So the Blackhawks will likely have picks at/near the top of the first and second round (their own) and in the mid- to late-20s or early-30s in the first and second rounds from Tampa. 15, play revolves around his ability to move the puck effectively. Playing three games for SKA in the KHL before being sent down to the VHL for a successful stint. I consider him an artist on the ice, but he could be more aggressive and tougher in battles.". However, that may also open the door for a solid prospect like But to slide in this draft. 2023 Future Considerations Hockey Inc. All Rights Reserved. On a team that typically dominates many of their games, Minnetians offensive numbers have been below par, only finding the back of the net six times through 46 games. Just started transitioning to the centre ice position during 2021-2022 season. 29, makes quick decisions and knows how to create space for himself and will fit in nicely in the middle-six of a teams forward group. Auburn quickly tied it back up off an Allen Flanigan layup, though, and the game went into overtime. FORWARDS: Brett Berard, Providence (NCAA); Thomas Bordeleau, Michigan (NCAA); Logan Cooley, Michigan (NCAA); Matt Coronato, Harvard (NCAA); Riley Duran, Providence (NCAA); Dominic James, Minnesota-Duluth (NCAA); Matthew Knies, Minnesota (NCAA); Carter Mazur, Denver (NCAA); Hunter McKown, Colorado (NCAA); Sasha Pastujov, Guelph (OHL); Mackie Samoskevich, Michigan (NCAA); Red Savage, Miami (NCAA); Landon Slaggert, Notre Dame (NCAA); Charlie Stramel, USA U-18 (NTDP). LOGIN. Using his skating and size to push play in transition and drive the puck to the dangerous areas. 22, is a dynamic offensive weapon who uses his puckhandling ability to carry the puck into the prime scoring areas. Lightning, NHL Central Scouting's preliminary players to watch list. With his ability to push the pace of play and serve as a multi-dimensional offensive threat he could potentially push for a higher draft position, but grabbing him in the middle of the first-round is great value. 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