LIVE: 2015 NHL Entry Draft Blog

Pick-by-pick coverage of the draft in Sunrise, Fla.

  This blog will be updated live during the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Every selection, trade, or transaction of any kind will be brought up to date instantly as it is announced and posted to this page.
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 This year, two generational talents are expected to go No. 1 and No. 2 overall, respectively. After those first two consensus picks, though, things get much more convulted and interesting. Beyond the top 15 or so picks, everything becomes chaos, as reflected by the final cumulative draft rankings for this class.

 This is shaping up to be a very wild and unpredictable draft, so be sure to check back every time your favorite team makes a selection or follow along with every pick!

FIRST ROUND

1. EDMONTON OILERS

Connor McDavid – (C) Erie Otters, OHL: Excels at almost every aspect of the game, but the hallmark of his game is his seamless fusion of speed and smarts. Processes the play at a level beyond his years, and then executes at top speed. Speaking of top speed, he’s really, really, really, (really) fast. Has the hands and shot to create for himself, but has a pass-first mentality. Does not fear the corners and will crash the net. A generational talent. Described as "the perfect hockey player."

2. BUFFALO SABRES

Jack Eichel – (C) Boston University, NCAA: Let’s start with what’s wrong: He’s been accused of trying to do too much on his own sometimes. That’s about it, and it’s more narrative than fact. He has an explosive stride and top-end acceleration and will bully his way to win pucks along the boards. His vision in the offensive zone is elite and he has the scoring touch to get it done himself, too. Best pure shooter in the draft. Backchecks hard, and is almost Datsyukian in the way he effortlessly pick-pockets opponents from behind.

Colorado trades Ryan O'Reilly and Jamie McGinn to Buffalo in exchange for Nikita Zadorov, Mikhail Grigorenko, J.T. Compher, and 31st overall.

3. ARIZONA COYOTES

Dylan Strome – (C) Erie Otters, OHL: “Offensive dynamo” is the key phrase for the middle-child of the Strome dynasty. Shows incredible playmaking ability, but splits his pass/shoot decisions about 50/50. That’s fine, because his shot is insidious. Rips wicked wristers with little to no warning and can do so in tight spaces. Works hard in the dirty areas game-in and game-out, but his defensive commitment comes and goes. His skating isn’t beyond repair, but he’s just not all that fast right now.

4. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Mitch Marner – (C) London Knights, OHL: Gifted offensive talent who puts in the work when he doesn't have the puck. A tireless forechecker and backchecker, he commits to a "team-first" game. Demonstrates great vision, and is often the set-up man for pretty goals. Lacks a high-end release, but can bury it when given time and space, and he'll crash the crease for greasy goals. Lateral agility is impressive and helps eliminate passing lanes. Speed and skill makes him dangerous in 1-on-1 situations.

5. CAROLINA HURRICANES

Noah Hanifin – (D) Boston College, NCAA: Two-way defender with a lot of tools necessary to be successful at the NHL level. Agile enough to be an all-directions skater, and has the speed to lead the rush. Poised, confident puck-mover and PP quarterback. That confidence allows for him to sometimes try and force plays that aren’t there. Physicality is a highlight of his game in his own end. No real estate goes unearned against him.

6. NEW JERSEY DEVILS

Pavel Zacha – (C) Sarnia Sting, OHL: Shoot-first mentality centerman with a penchant for the heavy side of hockey. A relentless forechecker, and he brings that same intensity to the defensive end, as well. Many scouts comment on the impressive nature of his one-timer. Creates chances through hard work, but won’t create much for others through tic-tac-toe passing. Could get faster and more disciplined.

7. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS

Ivan Provorov – (D) Brandon Wheat Kings, WHL: Usually well-positioned at both ends of the ice and might be the most impressive passer of this draft’s D corps. Operates the point with surgical precision. Could use more explosiveness out of his first step, but is still an all-around good skater, mixing speed and agility. Sits very low in his stride and his hard to knock off the puck on the rush. Mid-sized defender is surprisingly a bull in the corners, but needs to assert himself in front of his own net.

8. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Zach Werenski – (D) University of Michigan, OHL: He can be relied on for a crisp breakout pass on every and any occasion in addition to solid defensive positioning. Prefers to use his long reach instead of his body to play opponents. Needs to be more willing to engage opponents physically and use a less relaxed gap. Skates very well in all directions, footwork is seamless. Excellent passer from the point, as well. The picturesque trustworthy defenseman. You can deploy him in any situation and have confidence that he will thrive.

9. SAN JOSE SHARKS

Timo Meier – (RW) Halifax Mooseheads, QMJHL: Physically dominant power forward that boasts a lethal shot. Both his wrist shot and one-timer pack a mighty punch and are rarely off target. Relishes the battling in the dirty areas, and will even lay big open ice hits. Made major improvements in his skating this season. His first few steps and agility are muddy, but when he gets up to speed he’s a bull to handle. Never doubt his sense of where to be without the puck, but doesn’t show perfect playmaking vision with it.

10. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Mikko Rantanen – (RW) TPS Turku, Liiga: Towering power forward wreaks havoc in the crease and along the boards when working the cycle. Doesn’t have the strength yet to deliver punishing hits, but has the natural size and playing style to make his presence felt. Smart and responsible in all three zones, demonstrates good playmaking vision, but his hands aren’t particularly impressive. His wrist shot is hard, but inaccurate. Uses an explosive first step to get going, but his stride is a bit clunky. I lieu of his flaws, whenever he's on the ice, his linemates are elevated a little bit.

11. FLORIDA PANTHERS

Lawson Crouse – (LW) Kingston Frontenacs, OHL: A big man with skating ability. Is a bull on the forecheck, consistently winning board battles. Can blow by unsuspecting defenders with a burst of surprising speed for someone of his size. Sees the ice and processes the play well with and without the puck. Likes to make tight, quick moves across the crease with the puck. Average agility and questionable scoring touch from a distance could hold him back from being a great NHL scorer, but both are improvable qualities.

12. DALLAS STARS

Denis Guryanov – (RW) Ladia Togliatti 2, MHL: Dominates the entirety of the offensive zone. Has tremendous offensive gifts, battles along the boards, and often comes out of those battles with the puck. Has the skill to be creative in one-on-one situations, but has the vision to defer to teammates when the time is right. Boasts a rocket of a shot and a strong skating base. His first few steps are rough, but has breakaway speed. Appears willing to work in the defensive zone, but as of right now, he needs coached up on where to be and when.

13. BOSTON BRUINS (acquired from Los Angeles in the Milan Lucic trade)

Jakub Zbořil – (D) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: Reliable, steady defender with good directional skating. Consistently maintains a good gap, and will rub opponents out against the boards. Doesn’t deliver bone-crushing hits, but separates attackers from the puck. Has a good exit pass, but won’t quarterback many first unit PPs because he lacks creativity in his offensive zone passing. If he does see PP time, it will be because of his potent, pro-level slap shot. Clears creases and keeps an active stick to stifle opposing offenses.

14. BOSTON BRUINS

Jake DeBrusk – (LW) Swift Current Broncos, WHL: Grindstone with huge offensive upside. Isn’t a hulking, immovable mass, but he loves to battle along the boards and can be counted on to finish in front of the net. Sets up screens well, but knows when to slide into softer spots to get set up in the slot and around the circles. He’s a straight-ahead style player, but a clunky stride and poor posture hold his top speed back a bit. Needs to match his defensive intensity with his offensive intensity.

15. BOSTON BRUINS (acquired from Calgary for Dougie Hamilton)

Zachary Senyshyn – (RW) Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, OHL: Lethal combination of size and speed. Takes a few too many strides to get up to full speed, but when he’s going, he can fly down the wing and burn past defenders. Has soft hands, but prefers to use them to have the puck in a position to make simple plays, not the flashy ones. Bowling balls his way into the corners, but doesn’t come out with the puck as much as one would like. Backchecks like a demon, but can get lost in defensive coverage.

Edmonton trades 16th overall and 33rd overall to NY Islanders in exchange for Griffin Reinhart.

16. NEW YORK ISLANDERS (acquired from edmonton via Pittsburgh for Griffin Reinhart)

Mathew Barzal – (C) Seattle Thunderbirds, WHL: A tremendously gifted centerman who shows flashes of game-breaking talent. Skates well with an explosive first-step, but doesn’t have drag race speed. Creates opportunities for teammates with his vision and by attracting the attention of top defenders. Has developed a responsible defensive game, too. Tends to try and do too much on his own in some games and struggles with game-to-game consistency. Will battle but can get caught watching the play sometimes.

17. WINNIPEG JETS

Kyle Connor – (C/LW) Youngstown Phantoms, USHL: Dictates the pace of play every night with his speed, skill, and smarts. Possesses jaw-dropping skating ability and playmaking creativity. He’s guaranteed to create scoring chances every night. His interest in physicality and backchecking comes and goes, but when in the defensive zone, he will always come back deep and support the puck for easy breakouts. His shot has an instantaneous release, and although it isn’t a rifling drive, it fools goalies often.

18. OTTAWA SENATORS

Thomas Chabot – (D) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: “Smooth” describes Chabot’s game in more than one way. He’s a tremendous skater who demonstrates speed and great lateral edgework, and shows quick thinking accompanied by crisp passing. His commitment to the physical side of the game varies night-to-night. Plays in all situations. “Wherever there’s trouble, it’s quickly over when he gets control of the play,” says Craig Button, TSN’s Director of Scouting.

19. DETROIT RED WINGS

Evgeny Svechnikov – (RW/LW) Cape Breton Screaming Eagles, QMJHL: Offensive dynamo that can beat you a number of different ways. His shot is one of the best in the draft, some say it’s already on par with the pros. Uses his big frame to protect the puck on the rush and along the wall, but won’t assert himself physically as much as one would like. Has quite the repertoire of dangles at his disposal. He’ll need some tutoring on his stride and his starts to maximize his potential. Defensively, he needs work, too.

20. MINNESOTA WILD

Joel Eriksson Ek – (C) Färjestad BK, SHL: Ultra-competitive two-way centerman with a grade-A shot. He gets his shot off in a flash and has gets the power and accuracy on it to be incredibly dangerous from most of the offensive zone. Defensively, he’s well positioned and clearly understands how a play develops. Loves to set up shot in front of the net and battle along the boards. Improved his skating as the season went on, but still takes a few too many steps to get up to full speed.

21. OTTAWA SENATORS (acquired from Buffalo via NY Islanders in the Robin Lehner trade)

Colin White – (C) USNTDP, USHL: A highly intelligent hockey player who brings a disciplined, focused approach to all three zones. Well-rounded in just about every skill category, but his shot really stands out. He may not be picking corners with every shot, but his release is quick and won’t miss its mark. Great defensively. Often the first one over the boards for the penalty kill. Debate has ensued over whether or not he has enough room to grow offensively to be more than just a third line center.

22. WASHINGTON CAPITALS

Ilya Samsonov – (G) Stalnye Lisy Magnitogorsk, MHL: Shows eye-popping athleticism to go with a pretty strong technical style. Follows the play well and is always on his angle. Competes for saves like every shot could end the season. A little slow moving post-to-post, but otherwise his reflexes are sharp and has strong edges that allow him to recover quickly. Has the bad habit of letting his stick trail behind him when pushing from right to left. With some fine-tuning, he has the look of a potential franchise goaltender.

23. VANCOUVER CANUCKS

Brock Boeser – (RW) Waterloo Black Hawks, USHL: Heavy, power forward type with tons of scoring upside. Great instincts with and without the puck in the attacking zone and in transition. Tank-like lower body makes him difficult to knock off the puck and he shows good footwork for a forward with his frame. Has an instantaneous release to a shot that is often accurate. Needs to be coached up on defensive positioning and some scouts feel he doesn’t assert himself along the boards as much as he should, given his playing style/body type.

Toronto trades 24th overall to Philadelphia in exchange for 29th overall and 61st overall.

24. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS (acquired from Toronto via Nashville in a pick swap)

Travis Konecny – (C) Ottawa 67's, OHL: Somewhat diminutive forward is a joy to watch because of his combination of skill and grit. Backs down from no one in the corners and along the boards. More of a playmaker than goal-scorer, but still possesses that strong, deceitful release that he can get off in tight spaces. Plays a responsible two-way game, too, but his NHL ceiling is debatable because he’s not very quick.

25. WINNIPEG JETS (acquired from Buffalo via St. Louis in the Evander Kane trade)

Jack Roslovic – (C/RW) USNTDP, USHL: An unrelenting ball of energy who always keeps his legs churning. A handful to deal with on the forecheck, but shows the skills and smarts to make plays once the puck squirts free from scrums below the goal line. Occasionally throws blind passes or gets too fancy and causes a brutal turnover, but will hop right on his horse to stampede back to his own end. Good touch from the high percentage scoring areas, not quite gifted enough to score from low percentage space.

26. MONTRÉAL CANADIENS

Noah Juulsen – (D) Everett Silvertips, WHL: There isn’t a lot of flash to his game, but there’s a good amount of bang. Possesses a cannonading drive from the point and is a heavy hitter. Chooses his spots to get physical, though. He won’t go chasing the hit. His speed is just OK, but his edgework is good enough to consistently maintain a good gap, laterally adjust to attackers, and it aids him in his hitting, too. Enjoys pinching up in the offensive zone, but won’t lead the rush on his own. Tends to attempt long breakout passes to varying results.

27. ANAHEIM DUCKS

Jacob Larsson – (D) Frölunda Indians, SHL: Surveys every passing lane on the breakout and often makes the perfect pass. Doesn’t usually try risky plays, but has also shown he can hit the home run pass. Good power in his stride and is great with his edgework, but his stride is slightly clunky and could use improvement. You can count on him to be well-positioned in his own end. Sometimes he shows too much calmness with the puck, and a lack of urgency sees him stripped down at a bad time. Offensively, he doesn’t offer much after a smooth transition.

Tampa Bay trades 28th overall to NY Islanders in exchange for 33rd overall and 72nd overall.

28. NEW YORK ISLANDERS (acquired from Tampa Bay via NY Rangers in a pick swap)

Anthony Beauvillier – (C/LW) Shawinigan Cataractes, QMJHL: Possesses dynamic offensive gifts and a determined attitude. Very quick and will slide through defensive coverage with his speed and puck-handling. Sharp o-zone acumen; knows where his teammates are and where he should be. Can get lost in D-zone coverage, but is still used in PK situations and regularly blocks shots. Sometimes his intensity leads to undisciplined penalties. Small stature sees him knocked off the puck easily (if you can get a piece of him.)

Toronto trades 29th overall to Columbus in exchange for 34th overall and 68th overall.

29. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS (acquired from Toronto via Philadelphia by way of Tampa Bay in a pick swap)

Gabriel Carlsson – (D) Linköping J20, SuperElit: Clearly has a mind for the defensive side of the game. Uses physicality and a good reach to neutralize attackers, and positions himself well enough to keep plays from happening before they start. His skating is a major issue, as he has decent straight away speed but bad agility, which leads to loose, unconfident gap control. You can trust him to make a good first pass, but he won’t carry the puck on his own and won’t bring much offensively.

Anaheim trades Kyle Palmieri to New Jersey in exchange for 41st overall and a 2016 pick.

30. ARIZONA COYOTES (acquired from Chicago for Antoine Vermette)

Nick Merkley – (C) Kelowna Rockets, WHL: Crafty, playmaking forward who finds ways to positively impact every game despite his smaller stature. Doesn’t get caught watching from the perimeter and will crash the net. Shows a remarkable understanding for the game at both ends of the ice, and is mesmerizing with the puck. Greatly improved his speed and agility this season. Logs ice time in all situations.

Vancouver trades Eddie Lack to Carolina in exchange for 66th overall and a third round pick in 2016.

Colorado trades 31st overall to San Jose in exchange for 39th overall, 160th overall, and a second round pick in 2016.

SECOND ROUND

31. SAN JOSE SHARKS (acquired from Colorado via Buffalo)

Jérémy Roy – (D) Sherbrooke Phoenix, QMJHL: His hockey sense is pure genius. Computes plays like a card counter at a blackjack table, and he has the skill to pull off the passes he sees. Not afraid to pull the trigger himself either, and his shot can be impressive. While he’s clearly mobile and light on his feet, the biggest knock on him is that his speed is just average. He’s strong enough to win pucks along the boards, but just lacks explosiveness in his step.

32. ARIZONA COYOTES

Christian Fischer – (RW) USNTDP, USHL: Works well below the hash marks and relishes parking around the crease. Will grind for puck possession along the walls, then sends it to a more skilled teammate. His hands are choppy, but he has a scorer’s touch in front of the net. Can be a bit fumbly with the puck on breakouts. Shows good speed on the attack and backcheck, but could get stronger on his skates to help his skating improve even more and it would suit his role. Responsible and dedicated to defense.

33. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from NY Islanders via Edmonton in a pick swap)

Mitchell Stephens – (C/RW) Saginaw Spirit, OHL: Plays with raw passion and determination. Intense in all three zones and keeps defenders honest with his combo of speed and physicality. Finishes every check and can even lay some big open ice hits. He’s fast with great acceleration, protects the puck with his body well, but won’t dangle through defenses. Incredibly disruptive on the forecheck. Shot is hard and accurate, but he needs a little space to rip it. Creates chances through hard work, not creativity.

34. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Travis Dermott – (D) Erie Otters, OHL: Smooth-skating rearguard with good two-way smarts. As the season progressed, he gained a better sense of when to get rid of the puck once he decided it to carry it a while out of his end. Passes are typically strong, flat, and on target, but he prefers to make the easy play. You won’t catch him trying to get too cute too often. Physically, he’ll engage, but can get pushed around. Does a good job of controlling the game when he’s out there, but will never dominate it.

35. CAROLINA HURRICANES

Sebastian Aho – (LW) Oulun Kärpät, Liiga: Plays hockey at warp speed, and his brain is able to keep up with his feet. Possesses above average speed, but isn’t a true burner. It’s his footspeed and quick directional changes that will wow you. Has great playmaking sense in the offensive end and is unafraid to add some sandpaper to his game, too. However, his shot is nothing to write home about. Scouts are concerned how his game will translate to North American ice at the pro level.

New Jersey trades 36th overall to Ottawa in exchange for 42nd overall and AN OPTION to take 109th overall or a third round pick in 2016.

36. OTTAWA SENATORS (acquired from NY Islanders via Philadelphia for Johnny Boychuk)

Gabriel Gagné – (RW) Victoriaville Tigres, QMJHL: Possesses a hard, accurate snap shot that could beat any junior goalie and probably fool plenty of netminders in the show right now. Skates exceptionally well for someone as tall as he is. Doesn’t look awkward in his stride or get tangled up in his own long legs. He’s so skinny that he’s unable to maximize his size along the boards just yet, but the real problem is his inconsistency. Disappears for long stretches or can stand out from how uninterested he looks.

37. BOSTON BRUINS (acquired from NY Islanders via Philadelphia for Johnny Boychuk)

Brandon Carlo – (D) Tri-City Americans, WHL: Tall, lanky defender has a hard shot and good straight-ahead speed and agility for a big man, but defense has always been his bread and butter. Can dish big hits and smother scoring chances with his size and smarts. Often opts for high-percentage plays and doesn’t take many risks. Composed in all three zones. Actual point-production is a growing concern.

38. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Paul Bittner – (LW) Portland Winterhawks, WHL: Big body with a well-rounded game. His skating improved during his three seasons in the WHL, but his stride is still a little awkward and he needs to get more strength in his edge work. Has great hands for someone his size, and his offensive instincts are good. Knows how to find teammates and put himself in position to unleash his heavy shot. Defensive positioning is inconsistent, and many would like to see him assert himself physically more in rough games.

San Jose trades the rights to Antti Niemi to Dallas in exchange for 193rd overall.

39. COLORADO AVALANCHE (acquired from San Jose in a pick swap)

A.J. Greer – (LW) Boston University, NCAA: A strong, powerful player who spent the entirety of this season adjusting to the pace of NCAA hockey as an 18-year-old. A long-term project with many tools to become a successful. Has a heavy shot, is hard to knock off the puck, and loves to set up in the crease. A bullish forechecker (when he’s engaged.) Footspeed will be a point of emphasis in his development.

40. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Nicolas Meloche – (D) Baie-Comeau Drakkar, QMJHL: Plays an inspired, go-get-‘em game from his own zone and physically intimidates the junior ranks. Doesn’t lose many board battles and can crush you if you come into his space. Knows where he should be in his own end. Has a good first pass and surprising shot for a stay-at-home type, but his footwork is lacking. Can get burned wide one-on-one by faster, shiftier attackers.

Anaheim trades the rights to Emerson Etem and 41st overall to NY Rangers in exchange for the rights to Carl Hagelin, 59th overall, and 179th overall.

41. NEW YORK RANGERS (acquired from Anaheim via New Jersey by way of Florida in the Carl Hagelin trade)

Ryan Gropp – (LW) Seattle Thunderbirds, WHL: Speedy power forward with one of the best shots in the draft. Gets his shot off in the blink of an eye, and its heavy and accurate, too. Willing to shoot from anywhere, but isn’t a puck hog, either. Really keeps defenders guessing. He’s a fast player for his frame, and he loves to use his powerful stride to push through opponents on his way to the net. Consistent production and defensive positioning have become growing concerns.

42. NEW JERSEY DEVILS (acquired from Ottawa via Dallas in a pick swap)

Mackenzie Blackwood – (G) Barrie Colts, OHL: Large-framed netminder thrives in the butterfly style. Demonstrates lightning quick reflexes as well as excellent post-to-post mobility. Rarely rattled, he makes the saves goalies are supposed to make and then some. Has lots of trouble playing the puck outside his crease. Rebound control can be spotty, but when he’s at his best, he can steal games.

43. LOS ANGELES KINGS

Erik Černák – (D) Oceliari Košice, Slovak Extraliga: Mature defenseman with size and a lot of subtleties to his game that keep him effective. Played above his age level for the bulk of his career, so he’s adjusted a long time ago to physically handle just about any opponent. His footwork is a little sloppy, and his passes aren’t always settled. Usually in the right spot defensively, but won’t offer much on the scoresheet.

44. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from Boston for Brett Connolly)

Matt Spencer – (D) Peterborough Petes, OHL: “A great combination of size and skating ability… Needs to pick his spots as he can get caught out of position biting off more than he can chew. He doesn't possess much of a mean streak and we would like to see more consistency in his physical game… He can go from making the perfect play one time to misreading and getting walked badly the next… Has issues handling forecheck pressure.” – HockeyProspect.com

45. BOSTON BRUINS (acquired from Calgary for Dougie Hamilton)

Jakob Forsbacka-Karlsson – (C) Omaha Lancers, USHL: Smart centerman who does a good job of controlling the play when the puck’s on his stick and defending top threats, as well. Doesn’t have much zest to his offense, but he’s always patient and poised in his decision-making, and he rarely guesses wrong. Won’t play at warp speed, prefers to lay in wait and then strike suddenly. His playmaking is great, but his shot and one-on-one skills are just ok. Needs to work on his skating to be a shut-down center in the pro ranks.

46. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS

Daniel Sprong – (RW) Charlottetown Islanders, QMJHL: Skilled sniper plays like he gets hooked up to jumper cables in the locker room. Has a bevy of offensive tools, including a quick, accurate shot and tremendous hands. Despite not being overly large, he loves the power move and is difficult to knock off the puck. Lacks defensive smarts, but not effort. Makes 5-on-4 PPs feel like 5-on-3.

Edmonton trades 57th overall, 79th overall, and 184th overall to NY Rangers in exchange for Cam Talbot and 209th overall.

47. WINNIPEG JETS

Jansen Harkins – (C) Prince George Cougars, WHL: A player with little flash and no SportsCenter to his game, but excels at the subtleties that help his teams win. A conscientious two-way centerman who will only improve with adding muscle. Can stickhandle in a phone booth, but usually tries to defeat defenders to the outside with his strong stride an exceptional puck protection abilities. Has a powerful first step and shows great vision with the puck on his stick. Good at face-offs. As reliable a player as they come.

48. OTTAWA SENATORS

Filip Chlapik – (C) Charlottetown Islanders, QMJHL: A hockey IQ that Werner Heisenberg could be proud of. Goes where the puck is going to be, and shuts down passing lanes with an active stick. Competitor who relishes the top line match-up. Has average speed and needs to improve his lateral mobility. Biggest concern is his offensive capabilities at the next level. His shot lacks strength, but his instincts send him to scoring areas.

49. DALLAS STARS (acquired from Detroit for Erik Cole)

Roope Hintz – (LW) Ilves Tampere, Liiga: Determined to out-work opponents on a nightly basis and can be trusted to contribute consistently, but not extravagantly. He has a high hockey IQ, can set-up teammates with his hard work or a sharp pass. Puckhandling skills aren’t mesmerizing but still top notch. Keeps his legs moving and can burn past the unprepared, but his first few strides are done with heavy boots. Always backchecks hard, but some games he looks like he has defensive A.D.D.

50. MINNESOTA WILD

Jordan Greenway – (LW) USNTDP, USHL: A very good skater, and not just for a big guy. This is a genuinely impressive skater. Shows flashes of high-end puck skills and flashes of simply dominant board play. His biggest problem is exactly that, though. Everything comes “in flashes.” Inconsistency plagues his game and many question his effort on a nightly basis. Still, he sees the game well and clearly has the tools to be great.

51. BUFFALO SABRES (acquired from NY Islanders in the Thomas Vanek trade)

Brendan Guhle – (D) Prince Albert Raiders, WHL: Looks to be on a long development path, but already has some evident skills in his arsenal to catch your eye. Plays like a tank; willing to take a beating to give a beating. Skating ability is top-end in all directions. So strong on his edges, it’s difficult to fool him in transition. Always poised, he prefers to carry the puck out of the zone on his own, but has a good pass, too. His hands are rough, appears to have little confidence in his shot and it’s rarely on target.

52. BOSTON BRUINS (acquired from Calgary via Washington for Dougie Hamilton)

Jérémy Lauzon – (D) Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, QMJHL: Plays an aggressive style both offensively and physically. Not afraid to bang bodies along the boards or in front of his net and is always active in transition. He has good speed on the rush, but lags behind when the play changes directions due to sluggish footwork. His slapshot is deadly; he throws all his weight into it. Typically an accurate passer, but the timeliness of his decisions fluctuates.

53. CALGARY FLAMES (acquired from Vancouver for Sven Bärtschi)

Rasmus Andersson – (D) Barrie Colts, OHL: One of the top puck-movers in his draft class. Hits long breakout passes regularly, and has impressive accuracy even when forced to his backhand. Does not opt to lug the puck out of the zone on his own often, though. Distributes well in the offensive zone, too, and gets his shots from the point through traffic. Needs to improve his directional skating and net-front physicality.

54. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS (compensatory pick for losing Kevin Hayes to free agency)

Graham Knott – (LW) Niagara IceDogs, OHL: Defense-first winger with more substance to him than flashy semblance. Really takes away space from the point; offers few options by eliminating passing lanes and is willing to block shots. Comes back low for slot defense and breakout support. Offensively, his effectiveness comes and goes. Doesn’t possess one outstanding offensive trait, but can create chances for others by engaging in greasy play along the wall, definitely not with the puck on his stick.

55. NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Yakov Trenin – (LW) Gatineau Olympiques, QMJHL: His strengths are as obvious as his weaknesses are glaring. An absolute bear along the boards. Bowls over weaker opponents. Punishes, and wears down defenders. Shows great hockey sense. Knows where his teammates are at all times and sets up tic-tac-toe plays after fishing the puck off the wall. His shooting is unimpressive, and his skating is bad. With open space, he can get going a bit, but his start-ups look like he’s carrying another Yakov Trenin on his back.

56. ST. LOUIS BLUES

Vince Dunn – (D) Niagara IceDogs, OHL: Kid has crazy speed and skating abilities that makes him a premiere puck-rusher. Lugs the puck out of his own end with an apparent ease, or can dish the puck to teammates with a crisp, accurate pass. Plays with an edge defensively, isn’t afraid to push around the biggest opponents in front of his own net, but can get lost positionally. His decisions such as when to pinch and join the play or what pass to make have some questioning his hockey sense.

NY Rangers trade 37th overall to Washington in exchange for 62nd overall and 113th overall.

57. WASHINGTON CAPITALS (acquired from NY Rangers via Edmonton by way of Montréal in a pick swap)

Jonas Siegenthaler – (D) Zurich Lions, NLA: Thrives in his own zone and amidst tight-checking games. Clogs passing lanes like grease in a garbage disposal, uses an active stick and his strength to separate opponents from the puck, but he doesn’t often deliver bone-crushing hits. With the puck, he doesn’t have the confidence to skate it on his own, and will always choose the simplest pass. Sometimes that pass can be unnecessarily rough and wobbly, though. Brings zilch to the score sheet.

58. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS (acquired from Anaheim in the James Wisniewski/René Bourque trade)

Kevin Stenlund – (C) HV71 J20, SuperElit: “Intelligent, big-bodied center with superb puckhandling ability. His greatest asset is his mature mindset: he thinks the game at a high level. Plays a simplified, complete game and doesn't make low-percentage plays. Uses his edges well at a level that suits his style of play - physical and hard to play against; that being said, there is still room for improvement in his skating and first three strides. Protects the puck well.” – Curtis Joe, eliteprospects.com

59. ANAHEIM DUCKS (acquired from NY Rangers in the Carl Hagelin trade)

Julius Nättinen – (C) JYP-Akatemia Jyväskylä, Mestis: A three-zone centerman with a great feel for the game. Possesses decent speed, but lacks agility and lateral mobility, which hurts his defensive game. Otherwise, he’s well-positioned in the D-zone and does a good enough job against top threats. Threatening in his own right on the attack, he has a shot that is cause for concern for opposing goalies. Not strong enough to maximize his size yet in physical battles. Hopefully he matures into a more assertive and gritty player.

Arizona trades 60th overall to Calgary in exchange for 76th overall and 83rd overall.

60. CALGARY FLAMES (acquired from via NY Rangers by way of Tampa Bay)

Oliver Kylington – (D) Färjestad BK, SHL: Makes difficult plays look easy due to his cool demeanor and natural tools. Another Swedish (actually Eritrean) D-man with elite skating ability. Will burst up the ice and join the rush often. Thread-the-needle passer. Plays with an edge, but isn't particularly physically imposing. Shooting lacks the explosiveness of his stride, but has a knack for getting pucks through traffic. As the season wore on, scouts grew less and less impressed with his natural hockey sense, but his tools are undeniable.

61. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS (acquired from Philadelphia via Chicago in a pick swap)

Jeremy Bracco – (RW) USNTDP, USHL: A revelation in the offensive zone. Immensely skilled and equally intelligent. His playmaking smarts are top of the line. Has a very good shot, but chooses to pass most often. Defensively committed, too. Adding strength to his first few steps could make him that much more dynamic. Despite all his gifts, he often gets stuck playing on the perimeter. A lot. Just about refuses to crash the net and can’t win many board battles.

THIRD ROUND

62. NEW YORK RANGERS (acquired from Washington via Buffalo in a pick swap)

Robin Kovacs – (RW) AIK, Allsvenskan: A polarizing player with boatloads of skill. Slithers through the offensive zone with good edgework and light feet, but doesn’t have high-end speed. Special puck skills; regularly challenges defenders one-on-one and can mesmerize opponents before dishing it off to a teammate. Tends to avoid traffic and tries risky plays when cornered. Can snipe from a distance, but some think he striggles shooting in tight spaces while his release it too mechanical and slow.

63. ARIZONA COYOTES

Kyle Capobianco – (D) Sudbury Wolves, OHL: Excels on the breakout, where he peacocks his superb skating and passing abilities. Strong on his edges, he’ll evade attacks with a quick shift of his feet to buy himself more time before moving the puck. However, sometimes he has too much patience and passing lanes close or a backchecker catches him from behind. Shows good vision in the o-zone at even strength and the PP. Even though he possesses okay size, he just doesn’t finish checks.

64. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from Tampa Bay for Eric Brewer)

Dennis Yan – (LW) Shawinigan Cataractes, QMJHL: High-end skill player with tons of offensive gifts. Has good speed and agility that allow him to not only keep defenders on their heels on the rush, but to also dart in and out of scoring areas as plays develop and change. Stickhandling is a major plus with him. Tends to not grind as hard as others in the corners. Intensity for board battles and defense wavers.

65. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Andrew Nielsen – (D) Lethbridge Hurricanes, WHL: Rough and tumble in his own zone and surprisingly effective on offense. He uses his long reach and physical prowess to knock pucks loose and end threats. He’s strong on his skates and edges, yet he lacks acceleration and agility. Shoots hard and passes diligently. He even sees significant power play time. Gets caught standing still, so he’s a step behind when pace picks up. Will need to work on his all-around skating ability to remain effective in the pros.

66. VANCOUVER CANUCKS (acquired from Carolina for Eddie Lack)

Guillaume Brisebois – (D) Acadie-Bathurst Titan, QMJHL: Jumps into the play when appropriate, but played a defense-first game with the Titan. He’s not exceptionally fast, but his agility and overall mobility is well-above average. He gives good breakout passes, protects the puck well when it’s on his stick, but is too slender to really knock anyone else off of it. His success rate in the corners is inconsistent for the same reason, but at least he’ll go there. Maybe with premier talent alongside him he can produce more.

67. NEW JERSEY DEVILS

Blake Speers – (RW) Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, OHL: Fast and determined, Speers plays a good puck-possession game and creates chances regularly. Doesn’t possess any mind-blowing puck skills or a terrific shot, but the chances just keep coming for him and his linemates. Willing to go the corners, but his puck battle winning percentage is probably sub-500. An average defender, and despite his top speed, his legs lack drive and power.

68. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS (acquired from Columbus via Philadelphia in a pick swap)

Mārtiņš Dzierkals – (F) HK Riga, MHL

69. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Keegan Kolesar – (RW/LW) Seattle Thunderbirds, WHL: Highly intelligent and determined player who makes both subtle and not-so-subtle impacts on every game. Goes hard on the forecheck, punishing defenders with thundering hits. Doesn’t create much offense on the rush, but thrives on the cycle. As determined as he is on the attack, he’s always accountable to hang back as F3 when appropriate, and has excellent defensive sense. Has passable skating ability, but some improvements could make him even more effective.

70. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS (acquired from San Jose for Tye McGinn)

Felix Sandström – (G) Brynäs J20, SuperElit: An extremely athletic tender with good positional skills. Very difficult to beat on the first shot due to his size and good angle play (though his five-hole has drawn criticism.) Flashes the leather for glove saves that will raise goosebumps. Demonstrated fantastic leg reflexes from down in his butterfly, but lacks power in his long, lateral movements. Doesn’t appear as if he reads developing plays and rather reacts instantaneously to every event.

71. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Jean-Christophe Beaudin – (RW/C) Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, QMJHL: Great in his own end and can be trusted to bring a defensive presence to every game. He shows good shooting ability, but chooses to be more of a playmaker than a sniper. His hockey sense puts him in positions to shoot a lot, though, and in those situations he can try one too many passes instead of letting one fly. Bursts out of a stationary position, but takes a while to then accelerate to full speed. Gets knocked around to straight-up abused physically in traffic.

72. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from NY Islanders via Florida in a pick swap)

Anthony Cirelli – (C) Oshawa Generals, OHL: Brings a trustworthy two-way game every time he hits the ice. Always finds a way to be involved in the pulse of a game, whether it be hard-hitting or run-and-gun. He’s fast and uses it to hound opponents on the forecheck or backcheck. Excels at the game’s subtleties, such as stick position in the defensive end and good passing in transition. His offensive skills can be described as “average at best,” but he still manages to score from all over the offensive zone.

73. DETROIT RED WINGS (acquired from Dallas along with Erik Cole)

Vili Saarijärvi – (D) Green Bay Gamblers, USHL: Unpredictable to opponents and thus is hard to contain in transition. A great skater with the puck. He’s both fast and agile, allowing him to carry the puck on his own. Also an accurate passer and  does a good job of varying his choices. Glowing confidence rarely backfires on the breakout. The O-zone is a different story. Constantly attempts risky passes; makes for pretty plays or ugly, unforced turnovers. Physically ineffective and wears down quickly in hard-hitting games.

San Jose Sharks trades 210th overall to Vancouver in exchange for Patrick McNally.

74. LOS ANGELES KINGS

Alexander Dergachyov – (C) SKA-1946 St. Petersburg, MHL: Heavy centerman who plays like it. Defies Russian stereotypes with his style of play: There’s very little skill in his arsenal, but he can crash, bang, and grind his way to opportunities. Kills penalties and blocks shots. He’s a very fast skater, too, making him a tantalizing combo of size and speed. It takes him a longer than preferable to reach his max speed, though, and there’s debate over his playmaking abilities. Some love ‘em, others think they aren’t there.

75. BOSTON BRUINS

Daniel Vladař – (G) Rytíří Kladno U20, Extraliga Juniorů: 6’5” goalie with the agility and athleticism of a 5’10” one. Size and precision makes him hard to beat along the ice; moves with an apparent east when down in the butterfly. Plays good angles, sees through traffic, and demonstrates grade-A rebound control. He gets himself in trouble by playing too aggressively or not aggressively enough at times. Maybe it will come with age/experience, but he needs to study up to get a feel for how plays develop.

76. ARIZONA COYOTES (acquired from Calgary in a pick swap)

Adin Hill – (G) Portland Winterhawks, WHL: Tall and athletic, Hill covers a ton of the lower part of the net with his long legs and top-of-the-line lateral mobility. Comes across as more of a hybrid type rather than a by-the-book butterfly. Gets aggressive and really challenges shooters well out of his crease. Follows the play well, but can go into “battle mode” too soon and end up floundering around. Inconsistency and bouncing back from bad goals are his two biggest mental blocks. Undrafted in 2014.

77. FLORIDA PANTHERS (acquired from Pittsburgh for Marcel Goc)

Samuel Montembeault – (G) Blainville-Boisbriand Armada, QMJHL: Big body with excellent side-to-side mobility. He keeps his body under control during every movement and can stretch his long legs to rob shooters of backdoor plays and rebound attempts. Can be beaten on either glove side, but it isn’t really a weakness, per-se. Has difficulty tracking pucks through traffic and doesn’t seem like he has a full understanding of how plays develop.

78. WINNIPEG JETS

Erik Foley – (LW) Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, USHL: Extremely difficult to play against due to his unrelenting forecheck and hockey smarts. Average size, but battles through bigger opponents regularly and can make plays even under/coming out of physical duress. Good around the front of the net, he has decent hands and above average shot to finish chances. Plays quick and plays fearless. Not a lot of flaws to his game, it will just be a matter of him physically maturing to match his role at the pro level.

79. NEW YORK RANGERS (acquired from Edmonton via Montréal for Cam Talbot)

Zak Zborosky – (RW) Kootenay Ice, WHL: Shows great hockey sense at both ends of the ice, especially his own. Really sits low and drives into the ice. Looks like he picks up speed with every stride. Demonstrates good hand-eye coordination; he’s often settling bouncing pucks and making plays shortly thereafter without fumbling it. His stickhandling is good, but not great. Likes to hang around the net- where big goals are scored- but not in front of the net enough. Can be tedious about heading to the corners.

80. ANAHEIM DUCKS (acquired from Columbus in the James Wisniewski/René Bourque trade)

Brent Gates – (C) Green Bay Gamblers, USHL: Strong-bodied bruiser who dominates board battles while generating consistent offense. A handful for defenders in front of the net and just about anywhere below the hash marks. Possesses a powerful shot and a quick release. Tries to force plays too often, whether it be a pass or an oddly timed shot. Blocks shots and takes away passing lanes, but a lack of speed and agile footwork prevent him from being a true shutdown center.

81. ARIZONA COYOTES (acquired from Minnesota for Devan Dubnyk)

Brendan Warren – (LW) USNTDP, USHL: Asserts himself into the action of every game. Plays a reliable north-south game without much variation. Doesn’t get fancy, but he’s effective at both ends of the ice. Backchecks hard and engages in the corners and along the boards on the forecheck. His offensive tools, such as puck skills and shooting, are average at best right now, but his vision is clearly a plus.

82. NEW YORK ISLANDERS

Mitch Vande Sompel – (D) Oshawa Generals, OHL: Smooth-skating but slightly undersized offensive D-man. Plays with a ton of confidence when he has the puck. Has great speed in addition to great edges and agility. Keeps a good gap, but can get pushed around and disappear at even strength against physical teams. However, he’s always effective on the man advantage with his sharp puck movement. Good first pass; he can put it anywhere.

83. ARIZONA COYOTES (acquired from Calgary via Washington in a pick swap)

Jens Lööke – (RW) Brynäs, SHL: An all-around player with a ton of heart. There’s no quit in his play, and its reflected in his highlight reel. He scores goals on the doorstep, backdoor, breakaways, rebounds, or from the high slot.  Doesn’t possess one outstanding talent, but it is worth noting that he’s an above-average puckhandler. Hockey IQ at both ends of the ice is also more than adequate.

84. ANAHEIM DUCKS (acquired from Vancouver in the Ryan Kesler trade)

Deven Sideroff – (RW) Kamloops Blazers, WHL: There are few holes in his game, he simply lacks offensive dynamism. He’s clearly smart; thinks the game well and compliments his teammates on the cycle and on the rush. Shows above average agility and he’s pretty fast, but could get even faster by lengthening his stride. Constantly disrupts opposing offenses with his stick positioning and inspired backchecking. A reliable, versatile two-way wing who does a good job creating for others, but not himself.

85. NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Tommy Novak – (C) Waterloo Black Hawks, USHL: Has a great feel for how plays develop on both the offensive and defensive side of the puck. His playmaking sense is first round-worthy on its own. Can calm plays down and set something up or pitch a perfect pass when driving at full speed. Speaking of speed, he’s got it, but only going forward. Doesn’t have much lateral ability. Doesn’t like to go to dirty areas or the netfront.

86. SAN JOSE SHARKS (acquired from Edmonton via St. Louis as compensation for hiring Todd McLellan)

Mike Robinson – (G) Lawrence Academy Spartans, Prep School (Mass.)

87. MONTRÉAL CANADIENS

Lukas Vejdemo – (C) Djurgården J20, SuperElit: Sturdy forward with a decent set of skills. Very good hands and can catch defenders off guard with a silky move, but doesn’t have many pure offensive gifts beyond that. Gets most of his scoring from in front of the net, where he likes to wrangle rebounds and redirect shots. Barrels to the boards like a tank and knocks the puck loose while wearing down D-men. Generates good power in his stride, but would get more speed by extending his legs more. Undrafted in 2014.

88. FLORIDA PANTHERS (acquired from Anaheim in the Tomáš Fleischmann trade)

Thomas Schemitsch – (D) Owen Sound Attack, OHL: Offensive defenseman without high-end skating ability. He appears fast when it comes to rushing the puck, but his first few strides need to get stronger to get him going sooner. Skates like he has cinder blocks taped to his boots. Clunky footwork and often gets caught flat footed. He’s an excellent passer on the breakout and in the offensive zone. Boasts an arsenal of effective shots from the point and will never force them into a shot blocker. Soft in board battles.

89. NEW YORK RANGERS

Aleksi Saarela – (C) Ässät Pori, Liiga: Relies on his offensive gifts to make an impact. Jet-fueled skater in straight lines and above average lateral shifts. An energizer bunny who zooms around all 200 feet of ice. Dangerous on the penalty kill mostly due to his speed rather than defensive prowess. His stickhandling is top notch, but he hasn’t developed a scoring touch yet. Suffered through more injury-related woes than your average 18-year-old, notably with concussions.

90. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS (acquired from Tampa Bay in the Braydon Coburn trade)

Matej Tomek – (G) Topeka RoadRunners, NAHL: Demonstrates an advanced understanding of how the game unfolds in front of him which allows him to be exactly in position for shots. Has good reflexes and does a good job absorbing shots, eliminating unnecessary rebounds. Stays focused for pucks that get lost in a mass of bodies in front of him. Lacks an explosiveness to his lateral movements. Angles and positioning make it difficult to beat him in one area over another, you’re going to have to get him moving.

91. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Dennis Gilbert – (D) Chicago Steel, USHL: A rangy, two-way D-man with a good head for the game. His footwork and agility are high-end, and he’s willing to physically engage along the walls and wins those battles more often than not. Offensively, he’ll contribute with a sharp pass, not a shot. Sniffs out breakout passing lanes quickly and is unflappable under forechecking pressure. However, he tends to chop wood when making quick moves with the puck and that can hurt his passing.

FOURTH ROUND

92. BUFFALO SABRES

Will Borgen – (D) Omaha Lancers, USHL: Attentive two-way defenseman who cuts down his opponents’ chances and kickstarts the breakout for his own team. He doesn’t have much of a shot, and when he does let one fly, he tends to miss wide. His skating is raw. His stride and footwork are unorthodox-looking and will cause you to cringe at first glance. He still gets around quickly and efficiently in lieu of his defects. Plays hard and physical, but knows where to draw the line.

93. CAROLINA HURRICANES (acquired from Washington via Arizona in the Tim Gleason trade)

Callum Booth – (G) Québec Remparts, QMJHL: Shows advanced technique and body control for his age. Snaps into the butterfly in the blink of an eye and shows great post-to-post movement. Likes to come out to the top of his crease and challenge shooters; never caught being timid back on his goal line. Some scouts love his awareness, others feel he doesn’t always identify what’s going on in his peripherals. Shows a short memory and bounces back with confidence after soft goals.

94. ST. LOUIS BLUES (acquired from Edmonton in the Magnus Pääjärvi/David Perron trade)

Adam Musil – (RW/C) Red Deer Rebels, WHL: An absolute bear along the boards. Won’t be denied in any puck battle. Can’t be placed among the elite skaters in this draft class, but his wheels churn fast enough to keep defenders on their toes. Mix that with his hard-nosed style, and you end up with a mighty bang on the forecheck. Lateral agility remains rough, and his hands are near stone. Always well-positioned in all three zones to clog passing lanes and black shots.

95. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Jesper Lindgren – (D) MODO J20, SuperElit: Puck-rushing skills are impossible to ignore. Carries the biscuit with a deserved bravado. Shows soft hands that can pull off impressive moves for a D-man, but he drops jaws with his passing. Sees unique passing lanes and often pulls off the play. A lack of strength kills his effectiveness along the boards and in front of the net, but won’t shy away from those battle areas. Doesn't seem to process how plays develop nearly as well when the puck isn’t on his stick.

96. CAROLINA HURRICANES

Nicolas Roy – (C) Chicoutimi Saguenéens, QMJHL: A great mix of intelligence and determination. Roy works his rear end off every game at both ends of the ice. He won’t beat anyone in a footrace, in fact, his skating is quite concerning, but he’s always in a good position to earn himself scoring opportunities and eliminate those for opponents. Intimidates physically every game, but his offensive contributions lack consistency.

97. NEW JERSEY DEVILS

Colton White – (D) Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, OHL: If you’re at a game where you see him make a mistake, save the ticket, because it doesn’t happen often. A great skater that won’t catch your eye at first, but his agility, transitions, and edgework is top notch. Used to show more of an affinity for lugging the puck up the ice on his own, but showed his versatility and coachability by deferring to a safer role with so many players already of that role on the Greyhounds’ blue line. Just about useless beyond center ice.

98. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS

Samuel Dove-McFalls – (C/LW) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: Versatile player who slides up and down his team’s line-up thanks to his two-way efforts. Positions himself well in the D-zone and supports the puck. Plays a possession savvy style even though he lacks high-end offensive skills. Skates with heavy boots and gets caught flat footed sometimes. Crashes the net frequently and has improved the consistency of his physical assertiveness. Detailed player brings positive locker room intangibles, too.

Philadelphia trades 99th overall to Los Angeles in exchange for compensation TBD.

99. LOS ANGELES KINGS (acquired from Philadelphia via Columbus)

Austin Wagner – (LW/C/RW) Regina Pats, WHL: Formula 1 skater with plenty of power and strength in his stride that makes him hard to knock off the puck, too. His acceleration is top notch. It doesn’t take long for him to get to full speed, and he might be the fastest straight ahead player in the Dub. Sometimes his head can’t keep up with his legs, and he has a tendency to charge full speed ahead right into traffic instead of open lanes. Speed and strength lends itself to a great physical game, too. His shot is strong and accurate, but hasn’t shown great scoring touch.

100. NASHVILLE PREDATORS (acquired from San Jose in a massive pick swap from last year)

Anthony Richard – (C) Val-d’Or Foreurs, QMJHL: Has the speed of Dario Franchitti and the sniping ability of Mark Wahlberg. Incredibly difficult to contain once he gains momentum in the neutral zone. Sits very low and uses all of his strength in his stride, which makes him hard to knock off the puck even though he’s smallish. Quick to pounce on loose pucks, but doesn’t like doing a lot of the dirty work in the corners himself. Lacks a true playmaker’s sense. Defensive effectiveness comes from speed, not positioning.

101. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Andrei Mironov – (D) Atlanty Mytischi, MHL

102. FLORIDA PANTHERS

Denis Malgin – (C/RW) ZSC Lions, NLA: Skilled Swiss centerman with stellar offensive instincts. Runs the offensive zone with confidence and precision. Above average speed, not blazingly fast, but always keeps his feet moving and is determined to out-skate defenders and win pucks despite his lack of size. His shot is accurate, but lacks any strength and he tends to take low-percentage shots. Despite his will, Malgin disappears in heavy, hard-hitting games.

103. DALLAS STARS

Chris Martenet – (D) London Knights, OHL: Possesses a lot of physical tools, but lacks some hockey tools, making him a long-term project. He can be most effective as a defensive defenseman, but is most consistent on the breakout. Makes safe exit passes with accuracy. Never fails to make the right decision. He has a long reach and size, helping him knock pucks loose and play tough. Isn’t the best skater, though, and can get picked on by speedy opponents. Maintains a loose gap, even for his long stretch.

104. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS (acquired from Los Angeles)

Mikhail Vorobyov – (C) Tolpar Ufa, MHL: There’s few holes to his game, but skating is a glaring one. He lacks good top speed and lateral agility. Must’ve taken diligent notes in hockey school, because his ice IQ is excellent. Supports the puck very well in all three zones and plays shut-down defense in his own end. Possesses a quick release, but he tends to flub every other prime scoring opportunity in the slot area. However, he makes up for it by sniffing around the crease to cram in rebounds.

105. BOSTON BRUINS

Jesse Gabrielle – (LW) Regina Pats, WHL: The next great agitator? Has already filled out his frame with a lot of muscle for his age and he uses it to his advantage on the forecheck, cycle, and in front of the net. He isn’t particularly quick, but he’s difficult to knock off the puck. His hands and touch in front of the net contrast “grinder” stereotypes. Drives hard to the net and opens up space for more agile and all-around gifted teammates. Plays with an edge, and is an easy player to hate (in a good way.)

106. SAN JOSE SHARKS (acquired from Calgary for T.J. Galiardi)

Adam Helewka – (LW) Spokane Chiefs, WHL: “A strong two-way forward…is currently in his third year of NHL draft eligibility after being passed over in 2013 and 2014. Skating is strong and powerful, giving him the ability to fight through checks… doesn’t possess blazing speed, but has some agility, making him a tough player to slow down off the rush…he is comfortable carrying the puck and making plays while skating near top speed. Owns an absolute cannon of a wrist shot along with a good release… wide variety of shooting traits allow him to be a threat from nearly anywhere in the offensive zone… Doesn’t seem to cut any corners out on the ice.” – Cody Nickolet, Future Considerations

Ottawa trades Eric Gryba to Edmonton in exchange for 107th overall and Travis Ewanyk.

107. OTTAWA SENATORS (acquired from Edmonton via Toronto by way of Pittsburgh for Eric Gryba)

Christian Wolanin – (D) Muskegon Lumberjacks, USHL

108. WINNIPEG JETS

Michael Špaček – (C) Dynamo Pardubice, Extraliga: A shrewd playmaker who brings purpose to every shift. Playing with the big boys, he could be relied on to bring a two-way presence and smart approach to every shift. Creative distributor on offense, and always supports the puck in every zone making teammates’ jobs easier. Well-positioned in his own end, but looked overwhelmed against top dog match-ups. An average skater and doesn’t show much finish of his own. Didn’t go to the net as much as one would like.

109. OTTAWA SENATORS* (option for New Jersey to take pick)

Filip Ahl – (LW) HV71 J20, SuperElit: Tall, thick, fast, and mean. Doesn’t have swift feet or good lateral agility, but when he’s skating in a straight line, he’s like an avalanche barreling down the ice. Punishes opponents with heavy hits along the boards, but isn’t smooth enough of a skater to land open-ice hits. Has decent hands and a great sense of where to go when he doesn’t have the puck. Despite his hockey sense and leading the HV71 junior team in points, he doesn’t show a natural scoring touch.

110. DETROIT RED WINGS

Joren Van Pottelberghe – (G) Linköping J20, SuperElit

111. MINNESOTA WILD

Aleš Stezka – (G) Bílí Tygři Liberec U20, Extraliga Juniorů: Tall goalie with great lateral mobility. Explodes off of his anchor leg against the post and covers a ton of ground in one movement while staying in control of his body. Reads the play well, too. Absorbs shots from the point and does a good job of gearing easy shots to the corners instead of in front. Improving his core strength is a must. As games go on, he tends hunch down and lose an upright chest, thus making him appear small and exposing his high glove.

112. NEW YORK ISLANDERS

Parker Wotherspoon – (D) Tri-City Americans, WHL: An incredibly strong skater. Doesn’t carry the puck up the ice on his own often to show it off, but he demonstrates good strength in his stride, excellent edge control, and composure in his gap in the face of an oncoming rush. Other than that, there aren’t many stand-out features to his game. He’s reliable in his own end, has a heavy wrist shot, and a decent passer.

113. NEW YORK RANGERS (acquired from Washington in a pick swap)

Brad Morrison – (C) Prince George Cougars, WHL: Good first few steps gets him up to full speed in no time, accelerates and can change directions in the blink of an eye. Very crafty and creative with the puck, but is often a victim of tunnel vision. Comes off as a “puck hog” at times. Still, he plays in all areas of the offensive zone. Without the puck, he’ll push hard in pursuit and will crash hard to the net. Beats goalies clean with a wicked shot. Uses his skating ability to backcheck hard, but comes across as utterly confused in his own end.

114. VANCOUVER CANUCKS

Dmitry Zhukenov – (C) Osmskie Yastreby, MHL

115. NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Alexandre Carrier – (D) Gatineau Olympiques, QMJHL: A great passer with above average hockey sense. Has an element of unpredictability in the offensive zone, which has its pros and cons. Can set the highlight reel ablaze with his distribution or can force plays that aren’t there. Doesn’t shoot enough. Isn’t fast, but very mobile and smooth which allows him to change direction with the attack. Very good in terms of D-zone positioning and won’t back down from a physical challenge, but too slight to win any battles.

116. ST. LOUIS BLUES

Glenn Gawdin – (C/RW) Swift Current Broncos, WHL: Versatile forward with a lot of smarts. His wrist shot is venomous, and he can get max power and accuracy while in stride. Despite his excellent shooting ability, he operates under a pass-first mentality and will defer to teammates. Supports the puck well in all three zones and excels on the cycle. Utilized as a power play QB, but saw time on the penalty kill, too. Speed falls into a “lower above average” category. Won’t win any Selke trophies, but is far from a liability.

117. EDMONTON OILERS (acquired from Montréal for Jeff Petry)

Caleb Jones – (D) USNTDP, USHL: Bi-polar d-man who plays conservative is some games and goes for the highlight reels in others. Every contest, though, he’ll give you hard, accurate passes and a decent- not overpowering- physicality. A smooth skater, but is missing a second gear and a certain explosiveness. Some scouts fear his overall hockey sense isn’t up to par, while others blame his mistakes on simply being overconfident in his true abilities, not a lack of smarts.

118. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from Anaheim for Nate Thompson)

Jonne Tammela – (RW) KalPa Kuopio, Liiga: Off-hand winger who lives to dive into traffic head-first even though he’s much smaller and slighter than his adult counterparts in the Finnish elite league. He’s fast, and strong edges lend themselves to shifty skating, but his stride lacks power. It’s easy to knock him off the puck. However, he shows good strength in his shot and he’s unafraid to shoot from anywhere. He needs to develop a better sense of when is a good time to take a surprise shot and when to pass. A great penalty killer because he’s patient as well as a threat to take off and fly the other way.

119. NEW YORK RANGERS

Daniel Bernhardt – (D) Djurgården J20, SuperElit: Undrafted in 2014.

120. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING

Mathieu Joseph – (RW) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: Gifted with the puck on his stick. Raises eyebrows with his dekes, but his moves aren’t just for flash, he always keeps the puck in a position where he can shoot it. Improved his defensive game by leaps and bounds since coming to major junior. In fact, many scouts laud his emergence as a PK specialist. Needs to lengthen his legs during his stride, yet he retains deceitful top speed which he uses to generate offensive chances. Doesn’t win many battles due to his slight frame.

121. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Ryan Shea – (D) BC High Eagles, High School (Mass.): Puck-rushing D-man with TempurPedic soft hands. Best at neutral zone transition because he puts the perfect touch on lead passes, but he’s adept at regular breakouts, as well. Sometimes tries to get too flashy and try two-line passes when a simpler, safer lane is open. He never plays a consistent gap; sometimes it’s too tight, sometimes it’s too loose, sometimes it’s just right. Overall defensive play is rather hit or miss, too, but he’ll never get burned by a better skater.

FIFTH ROUND

122. BUFFALO SABRES

Devante Stephens – (D) Kelowna Rockets, WHL: Many of his skills are raw, and he clearly needs time to fully develop as a player (like most young defensemen,) but he stands out now as a defensive specialist with quick feet. He has a long stride, good speed going forwards and backwards, but his pivots can be uncoordinated and he gets beat wide as a result. Likes to lug the puck on the breakout and makes crisp, accurate passes, but can panic under forechecking pressure. Point production will depend on how the rest of his game fills out as he grows.

123. ARIZONA COYOTES

Conor Garland – (RW) Moncton Wildcats, QMJHL: Went completely unnoticed in his first draft eligible year last season, but his CHL-leading 129 points in 67 games was too much to ignore this time around. Garland is a small, skilled, and speedy player whose legs are constantly churning, and he is capable of making great plays when going full speed. He gets knocked off the puck easily and won’t win many puck battles. Still, he worked hard to improve his play away from the puck, and it translated into more offense.

124. EDMONTON OILERS

Ethan Bear – (D) Seattle Thunderbirds, WHL: Puts up respectable goal numbers due in large part to his booming one-timer. Gets shots off quick and often through traffic. Thick-bodied, he’ll push guys out of his crease and rub out  opponents of any size along the wall. Light on his feet but not necessarily fast. Great moving east-west and in transition, but won’t win many head-to-head footraces against the top dogs. Some feel he gets lazy as games go on and becomes susceptible to turnovers and puck-watching.

125. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Dmytro Timashov – (LW) Québec Remparts, QMJHL: A special talent whose offensive imagination burns with the white hot intensity of a thousand suns. Small, he gets rubbed out along the boards easily, but he always keeps his legs churning. Fast when skating in all directions. Fantastic playmaking sense accompanies his dirty dangles. His shot is heavy; tries to just get it on goal instead of pick the corners. Undeniably a catalyst for offensive opportunities every time he jumps over the boards (sometimes for the wrong side.)

126. CAROLINA HURRICANES

Luke Stevens – (LW) Noble & Greenough Bulldogs, High School (Mass.): Powerful player that is a bull along the boards. Despite an ugly stride, he still manages good north-south speed for a big man. Blocks shots, eliminates passing lanes in the defensive end and is a good penalty killer. Heavy shooter and gets a ton of muscle on one-timers, but doesn’t have a playmaking sense for others. His strong defensive game might suffer without improved agility.

127. ST. LOUIS BLUES (acquired from New Jersey for Matt D'Agostini)

Niko Mikkola – (D) KalPa U20, Jr. A SM-liiga: Undrafted in 2014.

128. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS

David Kaše – (C/LW) Piráti Chomutov, 1 Czech Republic Hockey League: Rarely had time to get comfortable playing one position because coaches kept shuffling him between center and wing, but he still brought the same game every night: Plays at Slayer guitar solo speed. Skates fast and reacts quickly with the puck on his stick, whether it be releasing his wicked shot or sliding a sharp pass. Ferocious in puck pursuit, but a lack of size drops his winning percentage in board battles. Troublesome defender; doesn’t have a clue as to what to do.

129. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Sam Ruopp – (D) Prince George Cougars, WHL: Skinny defensive-minded defender who projects as a solid two-way presence with some added strength. Passes well, but could make his decisions a little sooner, and isn’t all that creative to begin with. A good directional skater, but not a great one. Will mix it up physically, but a lack of strength prevents him from doing big-time damage with hits. Undrafted in 2014.

130. SAN JOSE SHARKS

Kārlis Čukste – (D) HK Riga, MHL

131. MONTRÉAL CANADIENS (acquired from Colorado in the P.A. Parenteau/Danny Brière trade)

Matt Bradley – (C/LW) Medicine Hat Tigers, WHL: Plays without any spectacular, mind-bending talent. However, the more you watch him, the more you appreciate his game. Can be trusted to be in the right place in all three zones. Skates with a fire in his belly. He’s fast and agile, but can get bodied off the puck. Forechecks hard, but due to a lack of mass, he doesn’t punish defenders and loses more battles than he wins. Sees passing lanes well with and without the puck and reacts appropriately.

132. FLORIDA PANTHERS

Karch Bachman – (C/LW) Culver Academy Eagles, Prep School (Ind.): A speedy, slick kid who controls the pace of a game on his own during his best shifts. Turns on the burners back in his own zone and then weaves all over the ice looking for the best play. Just as effective playing a north-south game as he is east-west. Shot is accurate and has a quick release, but could use a tad more mustard. Appears completely uninterested in some games.

133. DALLAS STARS

Joseph Cecconi – (D) Muskegon Lumberjacks, USHL: Demonstrates great poise with and without the puck. Always chooses plays that make most sense; has the skating ability to evade forecheckers just long enough for that play to open up. He’s no Barry Allen, but his mobility in all directions is impressive. Unafraid of physicality. Will do what he has to in order to separate the opponent from the puck, but isn’t a tower of power. Offers very little offensively. Almost too reserved to put out as a power play QB.

134. LOS ANGELES KINGS

Matt Schmalz – (RW) Sudbury Wolves, OHL

135. BOSTON BRUINS

Kirill Kaprizov – (LW) Mettalurg Novokuznetsk, KHL: Tazmanian devil with the grace of a swan. Tenacious forechecker and crease crasher despite being an undersized 17-year-old in a grown man’s league. Puck skills are top notch; Charmin soft hands deliver special moves. His dangles translate to passes rather than one-on-one dances. Fools defenses with his creative playmaking, but sometimes gets a little too cute, though. His shot is weak, which may be why he tries the extra pass. Fast, but no breakaway speed.

136. CALGARY FLAMES

Pavel Karnaukov – (C/LW) Calgary Hitmen, WHL: Trustworthy at both ends of the ice. Defensively, he’s well-positioned and keeps and active stick. Offensively, he’ll drive the net and has a good shot. Made noticeable improvements to his skating during the season, but he still lacks separation speed. He’s not very agile, but he pushes hard on his edges and can catch defenses off guard with a quick change of direction. Typically successful in board battles, but he doesn’t dive in head first every game.

137. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS

Dominik Simon – (C/LW) Škoda Plzeň, Extraliga: “He is a fast stickhandler with notable agility and quick hands, he can make quick turns while keeping good control of the puck and promptly react along the boards with his fast moving feet. Despite his limited size he looks comfortable looking for pucks and opportunities in the slot, and he is able to finish his chances. Even if he is primarily a scorer, he can quickly recognize if better options are available instead of going for the net.” – HockeyProspect.com. Undrafted in 2013 and '14.

138. CAROLINA HURRICANES (acquired from Winnipeg for Jiří Tlustý)

Spencer Smallman – (RW) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: Hard-working grinder who compliments both bottom six role guys as well as offensively talented top liners. His hockey sense gravitates towards the defensive side of the ice. Blocks shots, clogs passing lanes, and picks off passes. A penalty killing machine. Capable of finishing grade-A chances, but needs someone else to set him up. Showed great improvement in his offensive zone vision and passing, but it’s still average at best. Undrafted in 2014.

139. OTTAWA SENATORS

Christián Jaroš – (D) Luleå, SHL: Succeeds in a shut-down role. Hits hard along the boards and in open ice. Do not get caught with your head down when he’s on the ice. Produces powerful point shots regularly, but you wouldn’t know it because he never uses it. Makes accurate passes, but he isn’t very creative with the puck because of a low skill and/or confidence level. Skates like a toddler. Has that unteachable compete gene and never takes a shift off. Undrafted in 2014.

140. DETROIT RED WINGS

Chase Pearson – (C) Youngstown Phantoms, USHL: “He is a good size forward that is raw with the skills and thought process. He might have upside although there are times he just doesn’t see the play develop so questionable hockey IQ. He does not seem to have the skill sets to make the little plays and passes that lead to bigger scoring opportunities. His skating and shooting are average, and not too much really excites you enough in his game.” – HockeyProspect.com

141. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS (acquired from Minnesota with Justin Falk for Jordan Leopold)

Veeti Vainio – (D) Espoo Blues, Liiga: Poster child for “high-risk, high-reward”. A tremendous skater and brilliant passer. Can turn the burners on to fly through the neutral zone and then set up pretty plays once he’s in offensive territory. Shows great all-around mobility, and his speed and agility allow him to recover after mistakes. Problem is, those mistakes come often. Attempts unnecessary stretch passes and can be a turnover machine. Gets absolutely lost in the D-zone without the puck.

142. SAN JOSE SHARKS (acquired from NY Islanders for the rights to Dan Boyle)

Rūdolfs Balcers – (F) Stravenger Oilers, Norway

143. WASHINGTON CAPITALS

Connor Hobbs – (D) Regina Pats, WHL: Stands out because of his willingness to “leave it all on the ice” game after game, shift after shift. Blocks shots and will challenge anyone of any size in the corners. Doesn’t have great acceleration, but he has an explosive start that allows him to change directions quickly, especially when bursting backwards. Otherwise, his stride and footwork have a lot of warts. Breakout passes are always accurate, but he tries to force plays that aren’t there too often.

144. VANCOUVER CANUCKS

Carl Neill – (D) Sherbrooke Phoenix, QMJHL

145. NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Karel Vejmelka – (G) Dynamo Pardupice U20, Exraliga Juniorů: Undrafted in 2014.

146. ST. LOUIS BLUES

Luke Opilka – (G) USNTDP, USHL

147. NEW YORK ISLANDERS (acquired from Florida via Montréal)

Ryan Pilon – (D) Brandon Wheat Kings, WHL: Steady D-man known for staying poised under duress while also consistently bringing a meanstreak to his game, as well. Excellent passer; can really thread the needle. Has a strong stride and good north-south acceleration that allows him to keep up with faster opponents, but his footwork is slow and ugly and he’s prone to getting turned inside out. Possesses a heavy shot.

148. ANAHEIM DUCKS

Troy Terry – (C) USNTDP, USHL: Well-versed in what it takes to be a defensively responsible centerman at any level. Doesn’t have herculean mass, but still a pain to deal with on the forecheck. Plays s good cycle and has underrated playmaking ability with the puck on his stick. His shot doesn’t have the release or power you look for. Can sometimes bite off more than he can chew with one-on-one moves and loses the puck; he’s undeniably best when he plays distributor. All-around skating is average.

149. VANCOUVER CANUCKS (acquired from NY Rangers for Raphael Díaz)

Adam Gaudette – (C/RW) Cedar Rapids RoughRiders, USHL: Three zone player who performs very well in his own end. Always in proper position to take away passing and shooting lanes. Offensively, he’s not blessed with God’s greatest skills, but he’s adequate enough to support his playmaking vision and finish the glorious opportunities. Willing to grind beneath the dots, but gets pushed around a bit once he’s in there. A slow starter and doesn’t gain much speed once he’s going.

150. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING

Ryan Zuhlsdorf – (D) Sioux City Musketeers, USHL: His greatest asset is his skating. Great in all directions and explodes forward. Could carry the puck all 200-feet of the ice if he wanted to. Shows great poise with the puck and excels as a playmaker on offense. After making a mistake, he tends to reach for opponents instead of moving his feet. Defensive acumen comes and goes. Had trouble adjusting to the USHL at first, but quickly got up to speed and then used his speed to help Sioux City reach the playoffs.

151. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Radovan Bondra – (LW/RW) Oceliari Košice, Slovak Extraliga: A massive player who doesn’t always use his spectacular size to the max. Bullies his way through traffic. Shows a nose for poaching pucks around the net. With the puck, he puts all of his weight into his potent shot, but can make decisions a split second too late. Without the puck, he’s smart defensively, uses his long reach to his advantage, but will poke at pucks at times when he should be bodying up. Not particularly fast, but does show good lateral agility for his size.

SIXTH ROUND

152. BUFFALO SABRES

Giorgio Estephan – (C) Lethbridge Hurricanes, WHL: Crafty centerman with a bottomless bag of tricks. His shot is excellent and knows how to get himself in position to get it off. His decision-making is art, in the sense that sometimes it is a beautiful, moving and experience, whereas other times you’re left thinking, “What the hell was that?” His stride is clunky and lacks explosiveness, but coaching combined with his current skillset could see him continue to evade defenders at the next level. Works well on the cycle but needs to crash the crease more often.

153. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from Arizona for Sam Gagner and B.J. Crombeen)

Kristian Oldham – (G) Omaha Lancers, USHL: “After Omaha’s starting goaltender went down with an injury, Oldham took the reins and posted very respectable numbers throughout the rest of the season. He sees the puck really well and can see around screens. He moves well and can get from post to post with ease. He sometimes struggles to get down into the butterfly as quick as you might like to see. There is also some concerns there about his consistency and his mental toughness to bounce back after goals.” – HockeyProspect.com

154. EDMONTON OILERS

John Marino – (D) South Shore Kings, USPHL: Everything he does comes with the caveat that he plays against lesser competition than other top D-men, except for his skating. His ability to rover around the ice with a smooth stride and all-direction mobility translates to any level. Likes to carry the puck on his own for breakouts and is smart about when to pinch off the blue line. Maintains a good gap and always keeps his stick in position. Some games he’ll play very passive physically.

155. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Stephen Desrocher – (D) Oshawa Generals, OHL: “Reliable defender that can eat up minutes due to his smart play in his own end and his strength along the boards. Uses his size to his advantage and protects the puck well. He knows what he can and can't do. In this, he knows how to push his limits and break down boundaries. What he can work on would be quicker decision making and quickness through the neutral zone.” – Curtis Joe, eliteprospects.com. Undrafted in 2014.

156. CAROLINA HURRICANES

Jake Massie – (D) Kimball Union Wildcats, Prep School (N.H.): Dynamic player who creates countless chances for his team and a few too many for opponents. He’s a good skater; adept pivotter, but really special when skating straight ahead. Likes to shoot for home run plays, and his passing often makes those plays look easy. It’s his decision-making that makes them look as difficult as they are. Needs to be a better judge of when to keep it simple, as well as when to pinch up off the blue line. Comes up with big open-ice hits.

157. NEW JERSEY DEVILS

Brett Seney – (LW) Merrimack College, NCAA: Undrafted in 2014.

158. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS

Cooper Marody – (C) Sioux Falls Stampede, USHL: Lightning quick skater with a playmaking preference. Darts in and out of lanes to evade defenders and find new passing lanes, and racks up a ton of assists as a result. Shows a tendency to force passes that aren’t there, but cut back on those mistakes as the season went on. He can bury the puck around the net-front, but will sometimes opt to shoot from low-percentage areas.

159. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Vladislav Gavrikov – (D) Loko Yaroslavl, MHL (Russia): Tall, lanky blue liner uses his long reach to neutralize countless opportunities. Clogs passing lanes, blocks shots, and maintains a good gap (where that long reach comes in handy.) A stabilizing force on the rush and breakout, but near-useless beyond center ice. A great skater in every direction, so even fast skaters don’t get by him easily. Undrafted in 2014, he made a Mt. Everest-sized improvement to the greatest chasm in his game: hitting and physicality.

160. SAN JOSE SHARKS

Adam Parsells – (D) Wausau East Lumberjacks, High School (Wis.)

161. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Sergei Boikov – (D) Drummondville Voltiguers, QMJHL

162. FLORIDA PANTHERS

Chris Wilkie – (RW) Tri-City Storm, USHL: Undrafted in 2014, this offensively gifted winger who has quelled doubts about his work ethic. Possesses a heavy, accurate shot with a fairly quick release. One of those players who gets way more goals than assists, but it’s not due to selfishness, he’s just naturally more of a finisher than a playmaker. However, his overall hockey sense has been called into question, as he can try to be a hero or just make a bone-headed turnover. Willing to block shots and battle along the walls.

163. DALLAS STARS

Markus Ruusu – (G) JYP-Akatemia Jyväskylä, Mestis

164. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS (acquired from Los Angeles for Daniel Carcillo)

Roy Radke – (RW) Barrie Colts, OHL: Can be a handful for opponents when he brings his A-game. Is far from a perimeter player, but his interest in battling for the puck varies. Some games, he’s downright dominant in the corners, while in other games he prefers to hover just outside the scrum and watch. Knows how to find the open areas and set himself up to receive a pass and release his hard shot. Plays a relaxed defensive game; tries to get in passing/shooting lanes, but if he doesn’t, whatever.

165. BOSTON BRUINS

Cameron Hughes – (C/LW) University of Wisconsin, USHL: Buried on a college team that preferred to use upperclassmen rather than freshmen.In his limited ice time, he shows off-the-charts hockey IQ and a willingness to compete for every loose puck. Can play down the middle or on the wing without altering his game.

166. CALGARY FLAMES

Andrew Mangiapane – (LW) Barrie Colts, OHL: Undrafted in 2014, Mangiapane is a manic worker away from the puck despite miniature stature. Works hard along the walls for puck possession and will even deliver surprisingly strong hits on occasion. Eludes defenders with his speed and then wows the crowd with his stick-handling. His style of play frustrates opponents to no end. Doesn’t put himself in position to thrive on the defensive side of the puck, but his team has more success than failure when he’s on the ice.

167. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS

Frederik Tiffels – (LW) Western Michigan University, NCAA: Made a seamless transition from the USHL to his freshman year in the NCAA; his point production was nearly identical. A blazingly fast skater and creative with his puck distribution, but never really seems to put the two together at the same time. Loves to softly catch breakout passes in full flight and take off. Hates any kind of test of strength or grit. Undrafted in 2013 and ‘14.

168. WINNIPEG JETS

Mason Appleton – (C) Tri-City Storm, USHL: Unfazed by pressure of a situation or pressure of feisty opponents, Appleton brings the same game every night: Well-rounded, mistake-free, but nothing dynamic. Understands the game and is helps things go smoothly for his team by offering good puck support and staying disciplined in his positioning. Battles for pucks, but won’t deliver killer hits. Spends too much time in the box for his role, and has little to offer on the scoresheet. Undrafted in 2014.

169. CAROLINA HURRICANES (acquired from Winnipeg via Ottawa for Jay Harrison)

David Cotton – (C) Cushing Academy Penguins, Prep School (Mass.): Decent-sized centerman who has physically matured early. Impresses with his skill, not size, though. Shows soft hands and great offensive zone vision. Although he needs space to get it off, his release is quick and packs a punch. Dominates games with his offensive gifts. As the year went on, he started to engage physically more often, but some scouts still think he isn’t assertive enough.

170. DETROIT RED WINGS

Patrick Hollway – (D) Boston Advantage U18, Tier 1 AAA

171. MINNESOTA WILD

Nick Boka – (D) USNTDP, USHL: Energetic player with questionable hockey sense. He won’t lay many bone-crushing hits, but he loves to get involved below the hash marks in his zone and often comes out with the puck. Likes to try long stretch passes, but his decisions result in turnovers more often than one would like. When he carries the puck on his own, though, he’s effective an limits those turnovers. Shows good skating in all directions except his pivots from forwards to backwards are sluggish.

172. NEW YORK ISLANDERS

Andong Song – (D) Lawrence Academy Spartans, Prep School (Mass.): Moved to the United States from Beijin at age nine. First Chinese-born player ever selected in the NHL draft.

173. WASHINGTON CAPITALS

Colby Williams – (D) Regina Pats, WHL

174. VANCOUVER CANUCKS

Lukáš Jašek – (RW) Oceláři Třinec, Extraliga: A very good skater who can reach full speed out of a stationary position. Shows high end puck skills and can make less-coordinated D-men look foolish. Doesn’t attack hellishly, but still goes to the corners nonetheless, and does a good job of finding open teammates if he ends up with the puck. Struggled to sustain possession playing against men in the Extraliga as opposed to his usual dominance in the Juniorů. Chases after pucks instead of staying disciplined defensively.

175. NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Tyler Moy – (C) Harvard University, NCAA: Undrafted in 2013 and '14.

176. ST. LOUIS BLUES

Liam Dunda – (LW) Owen Sound Attack, OHL

177. MONTRÉAL CANADIENS

Simon Bourque – (D) Rimouski Océanic, QMJHL: Above average skater who plays aggressively, but more so without the puck than with it. Very active in terms of pinching off the blue line to keep pucks in the zone. Prefers quick wristers rather than winding up for a slap shot. Not a heavy hitter, but stays engaged every game. Usually picks the right moments to pinch, but in his own end, he chases hits and ends up out of position. With the puck, he uses effective, simple, short passes.

178. ANAHEIM DUCKS

Steven Ruggerio – (D) USNTDP, USHL

179. ANAHEIM DUCKS (acquired from NY Rangers in the Carl Hagelin trade)

Garrett Metcalf – (G) Madison Capitals, USHL

180. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING

Bokondji Imama – (LW) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: Undrafted in 2014.

181. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

Joni Tuulola – (D) HPK, Liiga: Made the jump from juniors to the Finnish elite league and continued to showcase the skills that can’t help but impress, but also the flaws that kept him undrafted in 2014. He’s got size, speed, and agility: all coveted skills for a D-man. A catalyst for smooth transitions, he’s very good at carrying the puck out of his zone, and his offensive zone vision is above average. Sometimes he gets too cute on breakout passes. In the defensive zone, he might as well be on Mars.

SEVENTH ROUND

182. BUFFALO SABRES

Ivan Chukarov – (D) Minnesota Wilderness, NAHL

183. ARIZONA COYOTES

Erik Källgren – (G) Linköping J20, SuperElit

184. NEW YORK RANGERS (acquired from Edmonton via Montréal for Cam Talbot)

Adam Huska – (G) Green Bay gamblers, USHL

185. TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS

Nikita Korostelev – (RW) Sarnia Sting, OHL: A gifted offensive talent with perhaps even more offensive upside, which is downright scary. He has a glorious shot, one that needs little time or space to get off and he puts a lot of zip on it. He can beat a goalie from the top of the circles, but he has a tendency to miss his target a lot. Engages opponents physically along the wall and plays bigger than his slender frame. Despite all of this, he’s near useless if the puck isn’t in a five-foot radius. Speedy straight ahead skater, but really struggles with his starts and moving laterally.

186. CAROLINA HURRICANES

Steven Lorentz – (C.LW) Peterborough Petes, OHL: Undrafted in 2014.

187. LOS ANGELES KINGS (acquired from New Jersey in a pick swap from two years ago)

Chaz Reddekopp – (D) Victoria Royals, WHL: Going to the front of the net against Chaz Reddekopp is a lost cause, unless you enjoy pain. Heavy hitter who finishes checks with authority and clears the crease like a bulldozer. Has a strong straight ahead stride with good get-up-and-go for a big guy, but pairs it with lumbering agility. Lusts after the hit so much he gets suckered out of position and doesn’t have the skating ability to recover. Good first pass and will always choose to pass in the O-zone.

188. PHILADELPHIA FLYERS

Ivan Fedotov – (G) Reaktor Nizhnekamsk, MHL

189. COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS

Markus Nutivaara – (D) Oulun Kärpät, Liiga: '94 birth year. Is this allowed?

190. SAN JOSE SHARKS

Marcus Vela – (C/RW) Langley Rivermen, BCHL: Pugnacious, two-way player with decent playmaking ability. Plays in all situations and earns it; a specialist on both the PK and PP. Hits hard and drives the net, he can play a high-paced game, but might be most effective when things slow down and he gets the chance to feed teammates pretty passes. Doesn’t create chances for himself as much. If trash talking was a coveted skill he’d go in the top five.

191. COLORADO AVALANCHE

Gustav Olhaver – (LW) Rögle BK J20, SuperElit: Super-sized two-way winger with decent skill. Shows above average puckhandling ability- tremendous when compared to other players of his height- and good vision. However, he lacks a scorer’s touch and doesn’t crash the net as frequently as you’d hope. Skating needs improved. As the season went on, he showed clear signs of getting more agile and lengthening his stride, but he lacks acceleration. Backchecks hard and won’t surrender any lanes on defense.

192. FLORIDA PANTHERS

Patrick Shea – (C) Kimball Union Wildcats, Prep School (N.H.)

193. SAN JOSE SHARKS (acquired from Dallas for the rights to Antti Niemi)

Jake Kupsky – (G) Lone Star Brahmas, NAHL: Has ideal size NHL teams look for in goalies nowadays and shows many tools that can make him successful. Excellent in the both the quickness and control of his lateral movements. Occasional shows the bad habit of letting his movements become to mechanical and hopes the puck just hits him. “Moves well for his size, squares very well to shooter, smart (knows when to challenge shooter), good reaction/recovery.” – Nick Marek, play-by-play voice of the Brahmas.

194. LOS ANGELES KINGS

Matt Roy – (D) Michigan Tech, NCAA: Undrafted in 2013 and '14.

195. BOSTON BRUINS

Jack Becker – (C) Mathomedi Zephyrs, High School (Minn.)

196. CALGARY FLAMES

Riley Bruce – (D) North Bay Battalion, OHL: “Purely a defensive defenceman. Being 6'6'', he uses his long reach and strength to take care of his own end and clear the crease. He does not have much offense to his game and is not the smoothest skater but is a smart defenseman who knows how to use his size.” – Tyler Parchem, eliteprospects.com

197. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS

Nikita Pavlychev – (C) Des Moines Buccaneers, USHL: Ben Bishop-sized forward brings awareness and divisive offensive skill. Works as a playmaker in the offensive side of the puck. Has great vision, good touch to his passes, and an affinity for artful sauce. Defensively, his size gives him good reach and good positioning takes care of the rest. Looks like a giraffe on ice, not only in his towering height, but because of his skinny limbs and skating looks like what a giraffe of ice’s would.

198. WINNIPEG JETS

Sami Niku – (D) JYP-Akatemia Jyväskylä, Mestis: A clean puckhandler and passer. Understands when to make the simple play and when he has the chance to stretch things out. Isn’t particularly fast going north-south, but he has the ability to evade/keep up with forecheckers with quick feet and strong edges. Not as quick in reacting to threats on defense as he when he has the puck. Shots lack power but they get through traffic. Tends to fade in physical games.

199. OTTAWA SENATORA

Joey Daccord – (G) Cushing Academy Penguins, Prep School (Mass.): Undrafted in 2014.

200. DETROIT RED WINGS

Adam Marsh – (LW) Saint John Sea Dogs, QMJHL: Two-way winger (almost) does it all. Possesses a wicked shot; can snipe in tight without much time and space, and he can serve as the set-up man just as often. Plays with a ton of energy, and that translates to the defensive zone, too. Typically defensively sound, but is sometimes guilty of chasing the play instead of staying in position. Fatigue is clearly a problem right now, which is a bad compliment to his playing style. Ineffective in board battles, too.

201. MINNESOTA WILD

Gustav Bouramann – (D) Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, OHL: Risky defenseman who regularly sees his dynamic play pay off in droves or blow up in his face. He’s a hard, accurate passer as well as a capable puck-rusher. Sometimes he’ll attempt a pass that isn’t there and is prone to being pick-pocketed by shrewd forward opponents. Once in the O-zone, he suffers from the same plague of forcing plays, but he can also make some beautiful tic-tac-toe plays happen. Gets his point shots through to the second level frequently.

202. NEW YORK ISLANDERS

Petter Hansson – (D) Linköping J20, SuperElit: Undrafted in 2014. This late bloomer is still a work in progress, but you can’t help but be impressed with him combination of size and mobility. Significantly improved his skating from last year. Not particularly tall, but he still has a long reach and now shows a great radius of coverage due to his slick footwork. Likes to take the puck out of the zone on his own and keeps his head up searching for the right teammate to pass to. Guesstimates where the play is headed, which makes him look like a genius sometimes and a fool at others.

203. WINNIPEG JETS (acquired from Washington in a pick swap from last year)

Matteo Gennaro – (C) Prince Albert Raiders, WHL: Jack of all trades, master of none. Long, strong legs and a smooth, wide stride give him good gears of speed, but lacks lateral agility. Often well-positioned and his long reach helps him pick off passes, but he’ll occasionally get caught standing still in coverage. Works well along the boards and will drive to the net. Nasty release to a shot that packs power on both his forehand and backhand, but is sometimes foiled by heavy hands bobbling pucks off of passes.

204. MINNESOTA WILD (acquired from Tampa Bay via Vancouver in a pick swap from last year)

Jack Sadek – (D) Lakeville North Panthers, High School (Minn.): Smooth-skating rearguard with a lot of raw skills. Makes sharp passes, but is even better at carrying the puck out on the breakout on his own. Very gifted skater; he’s both fast and laterally inclined. Good at working the point on the PP. It looks like he loves to push players out from his goalie’s crease, but otherwise, he can appear purposeless and/or lose in the D-zone.

205. NASHVILLE PREDATORS

Evan Smith – (G) Austin Bruins, NAHL: Naturally takes up a ton of net space because of his goliath frame. A little slow dropping down and getting out of his butterfly, which puts him a hair behind the play, and then desperation mode must kick in early. Apparent athleticism though; he’s difficult to out-compete for loose pucks. Rapid pad reflexes and quick with both gloves, but his lanky legs lack power for post-to-post pushes. Those long extremities lend themselves to good low net protection, but his five-hole opens up at odd times.

206. FLORIDA PANTHERS (acquired from New Jersey via St. Louis in the blockbuster Scott Timmins/Krys Barch trade)

Ryan Bednard – (G) Johnstown Tomahawks, NAHL: Big-framed goalie who relies on mechanics rather than athleticism. Is very deliberate in his movements and is patient when it comes to dropping down to his butterfly. He lacks power in his post-to-post push and his overall footwork looks rather uncoordinated. Shows great rebound control and does a good job of gearing hard shots to the corners.

207. MONTRÉAL CANADIENS

Jeremiah Addison – (RW) Ottawa 67’s, OHL: Up-tempo, pain in the arse player who greatly improved his offensive output in his draft year, making scouts wonder what’s his true ceiling. Finishes every check and charges on the backcheck. Shot jumps off his stick quickly, but he scores more from rebounds and redirections. Playing style means he can suck himself out of defensive position chasing a hit or simply hounding someone.

208. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING (acquired from Anaheim for Nate Thompson)

Miroslav Svoboda – (G) Oceláři Třinec U20, Extraliga Juniorů: Undrafted in 2013 and '14.

209. EDMONTON OILERS (acquired from NY Rangers for Cam Talbot)

Ziyat Paygin – (D) Ak Barz Kazan, KHL: Undrafted in 2013 and '14.

210. VANCOUVER CANUCKS (acquired from San Jose via NY Islanders by way of Tampa Bay for Patrick McNally)

Tate Olson – (D) Prince George Cougars, WHL: Big D-man with a lot of different tools in his belt that are typical and atypical of a player of his size. Shows great maneuverability, especially under pressure in tight spaces, is quick side-to-side, but can look a little sluggish when trying to charge forward. Not much flair to his game; usually opts for the simple play. Has a hard shot and loves himself a good one-timer. Plays in-your-face physically, but can rely too much on his long reach and keep too loose a gap. Sometimes chases the hit to a fault and can give away the puck at bad times.

211. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS

John Dahlström – (LW) Frölunda Indians J20, SuperElit

A big, special thanks to eliteprospects.com, Curtis Joe, Tyler Parchem, Bob McKenzie, Craig Button, Red Line Report,
McKeen's Hockey, hockeyprospect.com, Mark Edwards, The Hockey News, Bill Placzek, DraftSite.com, Future Considerations,
Cody Nickolet, International Scouting Service, NHL Central Scouting, Nick Marek, and Kevin Hart.