What’s the 30th-overall pick worth in the most unpredictable NHL Draft in recent memory? For the Canadiens, it could hold better value in a trade. EricEngels breaks down the most likely scenarios for Montreal's draft day:
We’ve got no choice but to start off with a question: What’s the 30th-overall pick worth in the most unpredictable draft in recent memory?, it could hold better value in a trade — especially considering there would be no expectation that the prospect they select would be prepared to step into the NHL any time soon. They’ve got money to burn on the cap, almost a full roster signed, and their opportunity to fill a hole by moving this pick might be too enticing to pass up.
We’re expecting the Canadiens to go with a forward, and there are four of them we think would prove most attractive to them.He’s a five-foot-11, 196-pound centre who’s still growing but already plays the game like he’s much bigger. The Montrealer is on the Canadiens’ radar. If he’s there when they step to the podium, there’s a good chance they’ll take him.Consensus is the Grande Prairie, Alta., native is a burner with excellent playmaking ability and stick skills. That he’s already six-foot and close to 180 pounds gives him the strength to take advantage of those assets.
A scout we touched base with doesn’t believe Johnston will last that long in the draft, that he’ll be off the board by the time the Canadiens are picking.Logan Stankoven, Centre/Right Wing, Kamloops Blazers:If Stankoven’s available, they could opt for his tenacity and skill, and they won’t concern themselves with his size — even if size is at a premium currently.
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