Sam Cosentino updates his latest top 32 NHL draft rankings, with Shane Wright remaining on top, but some movement below as players start to get back up to speed.
Things in the scouting world are starting to look more like they did before the pandemic. Leagues are in full swing, players are doing their thing and scouts are scouring the globe looking for the next wave of NHL talent. Other than some additional paperwork and the added precautions that must be taken during travel, scouts are enjoying some normalcy.
As we move into the thick of the scouting calendar, there’s a few notable events taking place within the next couple of weeks. In Europe, league play gives way to an international break, giving federations the opportunity to bring national teams together in preparation for larger, more prominent international events later in the calendar. For example, several eyes will be on the U18 Five Nations event which will take place in Monthey, Switzerland from November 8-14.
As we move toward that time and as players -- and play in general -- get back up to speed and looks more like typical regular season, here’s our latest draft rankings.Don’t be concerned about point totals , focus on the details, and you see a first overall pick all day long.Extremely strong and powerful skater who possesses a deadly shot and the know-how to get into position to use it.Has a number of weapons he can use to score, be it off the rush, with the one-timer or getting to the net front.
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