Note: GP = Games played; W = Wins; L = Losses; T = Ties; OTL = Overtime loss; PTS = Points; GF = Goals for; GA = Goals against, Note: GP = Games played; G = Goals; A = Assists; Pts = Points; PIM = Penalty minutes. The Sorel, Que., native didn't take long introducing himself to Eagles fans. 1 being least likely, and 10 being most likely, SPORTS CHAT: 2020 QMJHL Entry Draft brings added importance as Halifax Mooseheads rebuild takes shape, SPORTS CHAT: MacIntyre Chevy Panthers program provided female players a chance to further careers while living at home, SPORTS CHAT: Cape Breton Eagles had plenty of success when hosting Irish jersey night at the nest, SPORTS CHAT: Joneljim Cougars, Cape Breton Capers show Cape Breton heart in key victories last weekend. 1979 | 1999 | Mit Rick DiPietro wählten die New York Islanders erstmals in der Geschichte einen Torwart als ersten Spieler eines Drafts. Sorry you must be at least 19 years of age to consume this content. As the Eagles sat waiting their turn in 2000, the team watched as the Val-d'Or Foreurs drafted netminder Maxime Daigneault with the first overall pick, but it wasn't Daigneault who would make the biggest impact between the pipes from that draft. Sam Cosentino continues his breakdown of the top draft-eligible prospects on the board from each league looking at the ranking of the top five QMJHL prospects ahead of the 2020 NHL Draft. Fleury, sporting his well-known Eagles yellow pads, would go on to represent Canada at the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship in 2003 and 2004, winning the silver medal both years. DRAFT YEAR: 2000 . He can be contacted by email at jeremy.fraser@cbpost.com. 2020 2021. Der NHL Entry Draft 2000, die jährliche Talentziehung der National Hockey League, fand am 24. und 25. Because of Fleury's success and accomplishment in Sydney, Cape Breton would later become known as a goaltending hotbed. But, what the organization didn't know, was that the team's selection would change the franchise forever and put Cape Breton Island on the major junior hockey map. 1997 | Barely speaking English at the time, Fleury reported to Cape Breton and quickly found a spot on the roster, appearing in 35 games in his rookie campaign in 2000-01, posting a 12-11-2-1 record. In the early years, the Screaming Eagles saw less than stellar goaltending. 1975 | In the early years, the Screaming Eagles saw less than stellar goaltending. 16 overall pick at the entry draft and officials were well aware of what was needed to be successful moving forward. Also included is each player's career NHL totals. 1988 | Zu Stars in ihren Teams wurden aber auch die an Stelle 2 und 3 gezogenen Dany Heatley, der in Deutschland geboren wurde, und Marián Gáborík. Prior to the draft, it's fair to say the island was known for the Cape Breton Oilers American Hockey League Calder Cup championship, won in 1993, but many didn't recognize the area for major junior hockey. The franchise, which had called Sydney home since 1997, was holding the No. The 1999–2000 QMJHL season was the 31st season in the history of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. Approaching their selection, future NHLers Pierre-Marc Bouchard (Chicoutimi) and Maxime Talbot (Rouyn-Noranda) would be selected, as well as current Joneljim Cougars head coach James Sanford (Victoriaville). Here’s what to look for in […] Since 1963, only three goaltenders have been selected with the first overall pick at the NHL draft. The only other goalie taken first overall since '63 was Rick DiPietro in 2000 by the New York Islanders. 2020 2021. The 2000 Quebec Major Junior Hockey League Entry Draft was business as usual for the then Cape Breton Screaming Eagles. 1989 | Cape Breton holds the No. Approaching their selection, future NHLers Pierre-Marc Bouchard (Chicoutimi) and Maxime Talbot (Rouyn-Noranda) would be selected, as well as current Joneljim Cougars head coach James Sanford (Victoriaville). Follow Jeremy @CBPost_Jeremy on Twitter. (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), Mock Drafts. Canada. Although 2000 is being highlighted, Cape Breton has had many good drafts over the years, including 2004 when Sheppard was taken first overall at the QMJHL Entry Draft. Jeremy Fraser covers sports, including the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, for the Cape Breton Post and Saltwire Network. 2018 | 16 overall pick at the entry draft and officials were well aware of what was needed to be successful moving forward. Plasse won a Calder Cup with the Nova Scotia Voyageurs in 1972.