2012 Mock Draft: Jason Johnson
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Edmonton Oilers
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Nail Yakupov, RW, Sarnia (OHL)
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THE DIRT: Undisputed number one with this can't-miss prospect. The NHL hasn't seen a player this dynamic since Pavel Bure.
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Columbus Blue Jackets
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Filip Forsberg, RW, Leksand (SWE)
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| THE DIRT: A solid two-way player with deadly offensive skills. The best Euro in the draft according to many NHL scouts. |
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Montreal Canadiens
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Mikhail Grigorenko, C, Quebec (QMJHL) |
THE DIRT: A pivot with a nice combination of skill and size. His game has rounded out nicely, playing his first season in North America.
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New York Islanders
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Alex Galchenyuk, C, Sarnia (OHL) |
THE DIRT: Could have been number one or two if his knee injury hadn't kept him out of action for almost all of the past season.
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Toronto Maple Leafs
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Ryan Murray, D, Everett (WHL) |
THE DIRT: Possibly the most cerebral player in the draft who has all the tools to become a top-two NHL blueliner for a long, long time.
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Anaheim Ducks
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Matt Dumba, D, Red Deer (WHL) |
THE DIRT: Hard-hitting blueliner with potent offensive talent. His high-risk/high-reward style of play make him a game-changing prospect.
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Minnesota Wild |
Morgan Rielly, D, Moose Jaw (WHL) |
THE DIRT: Smooth skating rearguard has the ability to lead the rush and quarterback the powerplay.
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Carolina Hurricanes
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Cody Ceci, D, Ottawa (OHL) |
THE DIRT: A big body with bullet of a shot finished second in OHL scoring among defenceman. A good fit for the 'Canes.
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Winnipeg Jets |
Teuvo Teravainen, LW, Jokerit (FIN) |
THE DIRT: A smaller forward who exibits a high skill set proved he can compete against men this year during his time with Jokerit.
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Tampa Bay Lightning |
Jacob Trouba, D, USA U-18 (USHL)
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THE DIRT: Solid blueliner with a nice mix of skill and grit who is a very strong skater. Look for Trouba to fill a hole in Tampa's back-end.
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Washington Capitals (via COL))
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Sebastian Collberg, RW, Frolunda (SWE) |
THE DIRT: A dynamic forward with a quick release who had a strong WJC performance. Would fit in nicely with the Cap's skilled offence.
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Buffalo Sabres
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Griffin Reinhart, D, Edmonton (WHL) |
THE DIRT: The hulking defenceman is a rare breed that combines high offensive skill and size. Blessed with skilled hockey bloodlines.
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Dallas Stars
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Derrick Pouliot, D, Portland (WHL) |
THE DIRT: An undersized d-man that possesses a strong skating stride which makes him tough to knock off the puck.
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Calgary Flames
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Radek Faksa, C, Kitchener (OHL)
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| THE DIRT: Faska put up some solid numbers in his OHL rookie campaign. This giant pivot has the ability to score and uses his size well. |
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Ottawa Senators
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Brendan Gaunce, C, Belleville (OHL) |
THE DIRT: Has all the ingredients of a top line centre and his leadership, work ethic could get him into the show.
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Washington Capitals
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Hampus Lindholm, D, Rogle (SWE) |
THE DIRT: A big defenceman who has an offensive flare. His lack of physical play may drop him a bit in the draft.
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San Jose Sharks
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Zemgus Girgensons, C, Dubuque (USHL) |
| THE DIRT: This hard-working pivot who can contribute offensively could compliment some of the Sharks finesse forwards nicely. |
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Chicago Blackhawks
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Olli Maatta, D, London (OHL) |
THE DIRT: His stock increased after London's Memorial Cup run in which he played a huge part. A composed puck-moving defenceman.
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Tampa Bay Lightning (via DET) |
Pontus Aberg, LW, Djurgarden (SWE) |
| THE DIRT: A shifty forward with a quick release, strong work-ethic and good skating ability who played with men this year. |
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Philadephia Flyers
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Matt Finn, D, Guelph (OHL) |
| THE DIRT: Intellegent defenceman who exibits strong leadership despite his age. Patient, shows poise with the puck and has vision. |
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Buffalo Sabres (via NSH)
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Ludvig Bystrom, D, Modo (SWE) |
THE DIRT: The Swede has the ability to slow the play down and make presice passes through the netrual zone. A strong skater.
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Pittsburgh Penguins
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Nicolas Kerdiles, LW, USA U-18 (USHL) |
THE DIRT: A big power-forward that can bully his way into the slot and create chances. His agility and creativity make him dangerous.
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| 23 |
Florida Panthers
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Tomas Hertl, C, Slavia (CZE)
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THE DIRT: A good finisher that has great vision and always seems to be in the right place at the right time. Had a strong WJC showing.
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Boston Bruins
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Andrei Vasilevski, G, Ufa Tolpar (RUS-JR) |
| THE DIRT: A big goalie that moves very fast for his size. Generated great stats over his young career with no indication of slowing down. |
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St. Louis Blues |
Thomas Wilson, RW, Plymouth (OHL) |
THE DIRT: This rugged forward isn't afraid to use his size and push his weight around. He racked up 141 penatly minutes with Plymouth.
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Vancouver Canucks
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Colton Sissons, C, Kelowna (WHL)
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THE DIRT: A forward that can put the puck in the net and play in his own zone. A strong leader who scored 26 goals this season.
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Phoenix Coyotes
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Tanner Pearson, LW, Barrie (OHL)
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THE DIRT: A forward who decided to get serious about his hockey career after being passed on the past two years.
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New York Rangers |
Slater Koekkoek, D, Peterborough (OHL) |
THE DIRT: Registered some decent numbers despite playing on a weak Peterborogh team. Can log big minutes & contribute offensively.
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New Jersey Devils |
Malcom Subban, G, Belleville (OHL) |
| THE DIRT: The goaltender has some upside and could be looked upon as a long-term replacement for the aging Martin Brodeur. |
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Los Angeles Kings |
Brady Skjei, D, USA U-18 (USHL)
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THE DIRT: A rearguard capable of offensive production but his biggest asset is his skating. A smooth skater with incredible speed.
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