He has the best league adjusted assists per game among forwards in this class. “A lot of times, these younger kids don’t deal with adversity,” Yannetti said before the draft. The combination of a dexterous set of hands, technically sound passing, and high-end vision make Baumgartner a threat whenever he’s on the puck. The Kings addressed one of their biggest needs of the offseason by acquiring left-handed defenseman Olli Maatta from the Chicago Blackhawks. I wonder if they may have been contemplating some sort of trade at the time, but in the end, the selection was made and Shlaine is a Devil. Also, like Hischier, Rossi played his youth hockey in Switzerland, moving from his hometown in Austria to Switzerland at 13 years old. "I just love him and he's a great hockey player. By Hooks Orpik Oct 7, 2020, 3:55pm EDT Share this story. This summary goes over what they did over the whole two day event. Now Austria doesn’t play the best competition at the U20 WJC Division 1A level but he’s still managed 9 goals and 9 assists in 15 games at that level. Either the Devils are looking to convert centers to wing as an organizational philosophy or he was the best player available in this slot. He has been in the youth set up for HC Davos in Switzerland since 2014-15 and has excelled at every level he’s played at. Sure, there may be less upside, but there is also less risk. New, 34 comments. I have to admit those comparables are all over the place from Kryzstof Oliwa to Dustin Penner to Mats Zuccarello. -EliteProspects 2020 NHL Draft Guide. The 18-year-old has spent the majority of the last two seasons playing against men in the top Finnish league, entering the league as a 17-year-old during the 2018-19 season. I really like that a lot of the plays he makes help set up his teammates in quality scoring areas on the ice. Let’s learn a little bit more about the player. Looking through Central Scouting's final rankings, there are several up-and-coming centermen, already making strong impacts on their current teams that have the skills and talent to translate to the NHL stage. Although some people think he may not be in the NHL next season, if he has a strong training camp, I don’t see why he wouldn’t be able to make the jump to the pros come next season. Paired with his amazing vision, and you have the complete package. NewJerseyDevils.com is the official web site of the New Jersey Devils, a member team of the National Hockey League ("NHL"). Playing with the Sudbury Wolves of the OHL this season, he managed 32 goals and 50 assists in 45 games. He has the chance to play some big minutes for the Badgers and could benefit from playing against some really good competition. "[A] player to watch could be center Roni Hirvonen, who played with Assat in the Finnish league all season," Stubb continued telling NHL.com. Here are the Los Angeles Times’ editorial board endorsements for president, California ballot measures and more. Perfetti can play both center and left-wing, where his offensive numbers ranked second in the entire OHL with 111 total points over 61 games. I can only see great things in Lapierre’s future. In the 6th round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the New Jersey Devils drafted center Benjamin Baumgartner at 161st overall. Sean Farrell. In seven games with Team Canada, the big-bodied center collected one point. In 2008, the Kings drafted Drew Doughty second overall and dramatically changed their fortunes. Edmonton's Leon Draisaitl is currently the highest drafted German hockey player in league history, selected at number three in 2014, it's not inconceivable that Stutzle could top that, and next to certain that he will tie it. The size and strength that Byfield boasts will make him a piece to the puzzle down the middle of the ice for any team looking for a number one center. He will have a great future.". “It was definitely a bit of a learning curve for me,” Byfield said. He was originally eligible for the 2018 draft due to his April 22, 2000 birthdate. Lapierre is ranked 13th in the final rankings, the same spot where he sat at mid-season. He knows his teammates’ tendencies and adapts when they are on the ice. He’s consistently displayed a high level of skill at every turn. In the first draft under GM Tom Fitzgerald, the New Jersey Devils selected eight players from various places with no easily identifiable theme among them. In the 3rd round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, the New Jersey Devils drafted goaltender Nicolas Daws at 84th overall. This is a player that despite his size, is able to play down the middle and contribute a full 200 ft game. Lundell's Finnish counterpart, Roni Hirvonen rounds out the European top 10 skaters. Another future stud, Rossi made an impact this season. The Times endorses one incumbent and three newcomers for the Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustees. He also possesses soft hands that, combined with good vision, mean he can feather beautiful passes to danger areas and anticipate openings that not many players see. After a busy first round, the New Jersey Devils have six picks in the next six rounds. As expected, the New York Rangers made center Alexis Lafreniere the No. 1, Ducks take Drysdale, Perreault. “You’ve been waiting for it all your life,” Byfield said, his white tuxedo jacket replaced with a black Kings jersey while speaking to reporters over a video call from his bedroom. Whether he is making a simple play on an odd-man rush or cutting back and reassessing the situation, he is always aware of his surroundings, and that, in turn, helps him make plays. He improved leaps and bounds from his first to second year, with 120 points in 56 games to become the OHL and the Canadian Hockey League's top point-getter. Some scouts think he’s better than his point totals suggest. What I like most about Lundell’s game is that he never stops working. Another solid pick taking Benjamin Baumgartner at 161. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks as well as all other proprietary materials depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective NHL teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. Holloway will need to develop his game more before making the jump to the pros. When the puck is transitioned the other way, he makes sure to get back and is good at intercepting passes in the defensive zone.eval(ez_write_tag([[580,400],'thehockeywriters_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_0',665,'0','0'])); Most scouts expect Stutzle to be selected second or third overall, so whoever the Kings don’t pick will likely be going to the Senators.