In the end, however, Sakic made out like a bandit, turning his maligned center into three stud prospects in centers Shane Bowers and Vladislav Kamenev and defender Samuel Girard. Traded/not signed: Rudolfs Balcers (LW, OTT), Josh Norris (C, OTT). He's a centerpiece along with defenseman Moritz Seider, who was picked sixth overall in 2019 and spent 49 games in the AHL, posting 22 points. And unless you're sitting in Julien BriseBois' seat at Tampa Bay Lightning headquarters and planning out your day with the Stanley Cup, you're not where you wantor, depending on the owner, needto be. As the parent clubs star players move closer to their mid-30s, only four of the Penguins' top-20 scorers in the AHL affiliate in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton were original draftees;2017 fifth-rounder Linus Olund is the only one who was picked since 2015. If the Isles are going to keep defensive-zone stinginess as the core strategy behind their identity, then they certainly have the right kids lining thepipeline. Graduated: None In the followingrankings, the zone of consideration for all 310 prospects is Calder Trophy (NHL rookie of the year) eligibility between 18-26 years old and no more than 25 combined NHL regular season games played. It won't be long before these kids start imposing their will on NHL competition. The 2017 second rounder was our ninth-ranked prospect a year ago but sat out the entire 2018-19 season due to concussion symptoms. Bringing uber-sniper Andrei Svechnikovinto the fold is the cherry on top fora pipeline that already included exciting center Martin Necas, future No. Draft Odds & Ends. Trades on the NHL level haven't helped the long-range pipeline scenario for the Coyotes. Eeli Tolvanen, who was picked 30th overall in 2017. This year: 97th. NHL farm system rankings: Best, worst prospect pipelines for 2018-19, from 1 to 31, From Sidney Crosby to Carey Price: Best, worst contracts for every NHL team, Ranking the NHL's best prospects for 2018-19, How RasmusDahlinwill fitwith Sabres, help fast-track rebuild, Quinn Hughes 'as valuable as anyone' playing a style his own, Sabres buy low on Jeff Skinner's high-end scoring help, How the Matt Duchenetrade gave Avalanche much-needed direction, Preds, Bolts still on top after offseason dust settles, Jack Hughes peerless atopway-too-early big board, one of the greatest draft classes in NHL history, Checking in on the Red Wings' improving rebuild, Jets' window to win depends on threeunanswered questions, How Bruins overcame botched trades in blueprint back to NHL's best, specifically the one surrounding Erik Karlsson's future, For polarizing talent Brady Tkachuk, rewards outweigh the risks, Islanders face bumpy transition from Tavares era but it's not all bleak, which helped fuel a championship for their AHL affiliate, Maple Leafs' best line combinations with John Tavares, The truth about Nail Yakupov, an imperfect prospect set up to bust, Jordan Greenway's historic story from Canton to Pyongchang, How Vegas became the most successful expansion team in sports history, Coyotes can be 2018-19's Devils or Avalanche (with a little luck), The best No. Where you rank the Predators can come down to how you feel about Finnish wingerEeli Tolvanen, who was picked 30th overall in 2017. MORE: How the Matt Duchenetrade gave Avalanche much-needed direction. Fellow Swede Rasmus Asplund is one of the better two-way centers among prospects, and the Sabres have several impressive college prospects such as in speedy winger Linus Weissbach, power-play specialist Jacob Bryson and punishing defender Mattias Samuelsson. You can click on the headings of the tables to sort the information. THE OLYMPIAN: Jordan Greenway's historic story from Canton to Pyongchang. Elsewhere, goaltenderUkko-Pekka Luukkonen spent 2019-20 in the ECHL and AHL and had three shutouts in 15 wins with a 2.53 goals-against average. Not far behind is center AlexNewhook, who is a blur on skates, had 42 points in 34 games as a college freshman and was named the NCAA's top freshman for 2019-20. Acquiring defense prospect Pierre-Olivier Joseph from Arizona in the Phil Kessel trade helps make up for the Lauzon gaffe, and NCAA winger Kasper Bjorkvist was one of the top two-way wingers in Hockey East. Still, there are several key pieces still in place, with flashy 200-foot center Barret Hayton at the top of the list. Or that the Coyotes arent afraid to trade high picks or prospects for veteran help, which is exactly what GM John Chayka did in 2017 when he moved the seventh pick for Derek Stepan and recently when he shipped2017 first-rounder Pierre-Olivier Joseph to Pittsburgh in the Phil Kessel deal. Im going to begin by pointing readers to a few useful resources. Brannstrom was the main prize sent to Ottawa in the Mark Stone deal; however,that trade was telling as it revealed Vegasasan organization to be reckoned with both on the ice and down on the farm. Of course, Washington boasts a veteran team that leans on its superstars although be on the lookout for the likes of defenseman Alexander Alexeyev, their first pick in 2018 who looks healthy after a knee injury in March. The Oilers took a step backward last season but still own some of the league's better prospects, beginning with dazzling puck magician Kailer Yamamoto, who last year made the squad out of camp and is expected to do the same in October. Traded/not signed:Brett Davis (C), Liam Hawel (C), Markus Ruusu (G). Also there's forwardJanne Kuokkanen, who arrived from Carolina for Sami Vatanen. The Bruins, like the Capitals, recently saw their top farm talentdefensemanCharlie McAvoygraduate to the NHL. 1 overall pick (2020). Graduated: Luke Kunin (C/W), Jordan Greenway (C/W) Alex Barre-Boulet has lit up the AHL with 61 goals and 124 points in two seasons after five years in the QMJHL. To his credit, the competitive nature of the demanding market he works in hasnt forced him to rush prospects, which may explain why the Leafs AHL affiliate has been so successful in both the standings and developing NHL-ready talent. Brett Leason's 'most fun year of hockey' now continues with the Capitals, 2018-19 rank: 26th LW Alexis Lafreniere, No. Key additions: Nils Hoglander (RW),Vasily Podkolzin (RW) He's a high-energy goal scorer with an explosive first step, good puck-handling skills and a lethal wrist shot. And defenseman Olli Juolevi continues to possess top-pairing potential even though a back injury will keep him on the sidelines for a few months. Graduated: Andres Johnsson (LW) Liam Foudy and Kirill Marchenko, both of whom have top-six talent and blend skating with high-level skill sets. MORE:Is Oilers' Evan Bouchard ready to take on a full-time role? MORE:Hurricanes sign Waddell to extension: 'He's going to be here a long time', 2018-19 rank: 19th Of course, finishing second inthe draft lotteryand, therefore, getting super-sniper Kaapo Kakko was more luck than the art of scouting. 1 pick in the 2020 draft supercharged a prospect pool that was dealing with some high-profile prospect graduations, including Kaapo Kakko and Adam Fox. Goaltending has been a problem on the Island for several years, and Russian Ilya Sorokin has nothing left to prove in the KHL. A handful of others fill the depth chart up front too, which means defense is probably a 2020 priority. The Wild, forever stuck in mediocrity and coming off a season in which they missed the playoffs for the first time in six years, seem somewhat stable when it comes to the pipeline. All three should be top threats for their respective nations at this years IIHF World Junior Championship. There arent many needle-movers thereafter, although defenseman Kyle Capobianco and goalie Adin Hill both saw NHL action after stellar AHL seasons with Tucson. The Habs also acquired cerebral playmaker Nick Suzuki from Vegas in the Max Pacioretty deal;hell battle fellow 2017 first-rounder Ryan Poehling to make the big club out of camp. Welcome to the 2021 edition of my ranking of every NHL teams prospect pools. Knight is committed to Boston College, but the severity of Floridas goaltending situation, even with the addition of prized free agent Sergei Bobrovsky, may keep his underclassmen days at The Heights to a minimum. 1 spot, Top draft prospect Carter charged in fatal crash, Judge OK's some Flores claims vs. NFL for court, More PGA Tour changes: No cuts, smaller fields, No. Systems are most often graded on the backs of their top three or four prospects, but I also place a good deal of value on the depth of systems. Therefore, it is important to identify the organizations (usually the contending types) who did not have additional talent akin to that of the top-tiered prospects they promoted. The Red Wings suffered through an awful season at the NHL level, but it might not be long before the roster is overhauled. Also. New captain. Sizing up the player of the year winners in all 32 Division I men's conferences. Graduations and trades Prospects who were good enough to establish themselves as NHL regulars ultimately impact the depth chart in every direction. Traded/not signed: Pavel Koltygin (C), Emil Pettersson (C, ARI), Karel Vejmelka (G). With Anze Kopitar and Phillip Danault leading the way, Byfield wont have to take on a top role, so hopefully the Kings can get him into positions to succeed early on. Hayton went fifth overall in 2018 and didnt disappoint in his post-draft season, averaging 1.67 points a game for the OHLS Sault Ste. They received strong minor-league seasons from 2015 draftees Rasmus Andersson and Oliver Kylington, and speedy Dillon Dube was a game-changing two-way forward his entire major junior career. Few teams do a better job at plugging holes from within than the Ducks who took advantage of the lost season by playing over a dozen youngsters age 23 and younger, including heralded rookie Troy Terry (32 games). Graduated: None Undrafted sniper Alex Barre-Boulet took it a step further by tying for a league-best 34 tallies as a rookie. Almost bydefault, Poulin automatically vaults to the top of the prospect depth chart, one which has been thinned in recent years via deadline deals and draft-day hijinks. 1 Western Conference seed in 2019-20. He's complemented by fellow blueliner Alexander Romanov, who's 5'11" and 185 pounds and likes to play physically. He'll probably be wearing red, white and blue in 2021-22. Ilya Samsonov was the blue-chipper in the wings, but he made a dent in the NHL in 2019-20 and isn't going anywhere. Breakout candidate for 2020-21: Brett Berard The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. No team has done a better job at selecting elite offensive talent without the benefit of multiple top-10 picks than the Kings. But Glass was far from the only Vegas phenom to pile up impressive numbers. Breakout candidate for 2020-21: Brett Berard The rankings are a consolidation of 11 different Log in here. Habitually trading away first-round picks and notable prospects to fuel multiple Stanley Cup run has it plusses and minuses, with the downside being the inability to replenish or refresh the depth chart with players that can actually play. Jonathan Toews on next season, Blues winning Cup: 'No part of me that was happy', 2018-19 rank: 11th Steve Yzermans tenure as Detroits general managers got off to a questionable start when he bypassed conventional draft wisdom and took two-way defenseman Moritz Seider with the sixth overall pick. 26 Feb Feb One of the bigger movers from last years list, the Blackhawks had luck on their side when they won the third pick in the draft lottery following a season in which they improved in the standings and nearly snuck into the playoffs. Key additions: Simon Holmstrom (RW), Mason Jobst (C/W) NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Behind them, 20-year-old winger. The Ducks under GM Bob Murray have done exceptionally well at the draft, so they've earned the benefit of the doubt when it comes to their prospects, specifically those picked in later rounds. But brighter days most certainly are ahead for this once-dominant franchise, and drafting elite playmakers like winger Elias Pettersson and defenseman Quinn Hughes to help feed pucks to snipers like Brock Boeser and Jonathan Dahlen will shorten the time it takes to rekindle local interest. On top of adding a new No. There are too many examples of teams that stockpile high-ranking prospects, only to either misuse them or keep them blocked in the minors. Go ahead and get their lockers ready. Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games? The top player from this stacked system is slick two-way winger Joel Farabee, a 2018 first-round pick who is under contract and was a top performer as a freshman for Boston University. And if Demko doesn't pan out, Michael DiPietro is a solid goalie prospect. Right winger Drake Batherson is a 2017 draft pick who was an AHL All-Star in 2019-20 and averaged better than a point per game. Key additions: Dylan Cozens (C/W), Ryan Johnson (LHD) The time it takes for the collective to take that experience and translate it to NHL success remains to be seen, but history certainly is on Anaheims side. If not, theres no harm in keeping the Marlies stocked for another Calder Cup run. Of course, the ability to swing deals for late-season glory is predicated on several factors, namely the possession of coveted draft picks and prospects. Key additions: Bowen Byram (LHD),Drew Helleson (RHD),Alex Newhook (C) As odd as the timing was, firing GM Paul Fenton after less than two years seemed like the appropriate course of action even if it had to happen shortly after the draft. Graduated: None Despite some recent graduations and trades of the Rays top prospects, they still have a solid farm system and are one of the best in the league in developing talent. 2. NHL readiness and experience Generally speaking, a player who is among the best team performers in the AHL usually is one of the first to receive an in-season promotion. Zadina is the odds-on favorite to beat out his peers for a roster spot and Veleno is the primary target to center Team Canadas top line at the under-20 world juniors. Point production a prospects development can be measured in a variety of ways, but their production on the traditional or analytic scoresheet always represents the lowest-hanging fruit. But incoming GM Lou Lamoriello has a history of rebuilding teams from the ground up, and with Barzal as the centerpiece, the Islanders own several blue-chip prospects whoshould limit the amount of suffering the fan base is expected to experience. Yet still, thefuture is extremely bright. On top of adding a new No. NYR | OTT | PHI | PIT | SJ | STL Perunovich Key additions: Nolan Foote (LW) Speedy center Michael McLeod needs a strong AHL season to help validate being the 12th overall pick in 2016. Take the 2015 draft for example the Flames only had five picks and none in the first round, yet still walked away with three impressive NHL roster players in defensemen Rasmus Andersson, Oliver Kylingtonand winger Andrew Mangiapane. Isn't it amazing how one weekend at the draft can improve an organization's chances at being relevant again? Another sixth-round selection, Matthew Phillips, produced 38 points for Stockton more than most AHL rookies from his 2016 draft class. NHL farm system rankings: Best, worst prospect pipelines for 2019-20, from 1 to 31, As the Rangers seek redemption, New York turns to Kaapo Kakko, Complete list of all 31 teams' UFA, RFA players, Hurricanes sign Waddell to extension: 'He's going to be here a long time', Devils' P.K. The Devils did not reach the NHL's pandemic-prompted postseason. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen spent 2019-20 in the ECHL and AHL and had three shutouts in 15 wins with a 2.53 goals-against average. The obvious answer may be that fact that the Coyotes dont mind promoting their notable youngsters within one or two years after being drafted, which was the case for Clayton Keller, Jakob Chychrun, and several others. 5. There always are disagreements, and teams have a history of going against consensus opinions to draft a player they obviously value more than others. As solid as those two prospects are, however, the organization hasnt had a legitimate home-grown No. Expect a mock draft immediately following the expansion draft on July 21st. Grigori Denisenko are close to making impacts with the Panthers. Nonetheless, there still are impressive pieces who can help stem the tide, such as winger Jason Robertson, who in his fourth OHL season led the league with 117 points. 12 Vols lose starting PG Zeigler to torn ACL, Out of dark, Rodgers vows decision coming soon, Survey: Vikes, Fins, Raiders top FA report cards, Lakers' Davis out vs. OKC with right foot injury, Red Wings lock up Larkin with 8-year extension, The triumph of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors in Creed III, What NBA Finals runs from LeBron, Giannis can teach Jayson Tatum, NBA Power Rankings: Kevin Durant's return could rock the West, A new home for Michael Thomas? MORE: Best draft class for every NHL team. Of all their prospects, Zegras has the highest star potential and should be groomed to take over for aging captain Ryan Getzlaf. Key additions:Kirby Dach (C), Alex Nylander (RW) Ville Heinola has all the makings of a top-pairing defenseman thanks to his demeanor and intelligence, and he's joined at the position by Dylan Samberg and Declan Chisholm, among others. But being out of contention yielded trades that brought in high-end youngsters. Next up is flashy winger Grigori Denisenko, who wowed crowds in Vancouver at the most recent world junior championship with his stickhandling, danglesand a silky set of hands. Back in the net, Spencer Knight was the best goalie in college hockey as a first-year player at Boston College and could be a future Florida mainstay. This low ranking may come as a surprise to some since the Stars tend to stay protective over their high picks and prospects; Dallas has drafted at least one player in the first round in 11 straight drafts, including two in 2017 (one being game-breaking defenseman Miro Heiskanen). Metrics to measure success vary, but sometimes the best way to judge a teams prospect is to objectively ask the question, What is this players ultimate potential?, SN's TOP 50: Ranking the NHL's best prospects for 2018-19. If there is one sleeper among this thinned-out group, its 200-foot winger Judd Caulfield, who will play for North Dakota in the fall. Not all of them will be playing center at the next level, but if you're going to be heavy at one position, that's certainly not a bad area to focus. With all eyes on Jack, Canucks' Quinn Hughes ready to take next step, 2018-19 rank: 2nd A pair of potential top-six forwards, Ilya Nikolayev and Jakob Pelletier, and a goaltender, Dustin Wolf, were plucked in the 2019 draft. A forgettable season doesn't appear to be over anytime soon, as several remaining uncertainties require closure, specifically the one surrounding Erik Karlsson's future. Suffice to say that if you're a fan of hockey in Southern California and your tastes lean more toward L.A. than Anaheim, there's a lot to look forward to. The progress of every notable name within Washingtons improving prospect pool appears to be moving in concert with the success of the parent club; as soon as lineup issues occur, a contingency involving a prospect is executed. No team has spent more time atop recent prospect rankings than the Flyers, who under former GM Ron Hextall opted for a deliberate rebuild rather than take the organizations traditional win now approach. The knee-jerk reaction is to think the Devils are ranked this high because of Jack Hughes and not because of GM Ray Sheros craftiness at the draft table. And if Demko doesn't pan out, Michael DiPietro is a solid goalie prospect. Critical to their success was 2016 second-rounder Tyler Benson, who led the team in scoring during the regular season and playoffs, and a duo of puck-moving defenseman in 2015 draftees Caleb Jones and Ethan Bear. Traded/not signed: Vitalii Abramov (RW, OTT), Jonathan Davidsson (RW, OTT), Veeti Vainio (D). Players appearing in 25 games or less, even if combined over two seasons, were eligible. C prospects showcase the upside to make the NHL, but either need more development time or are more likely to fill out depth roles. William Eklund, C/W, Djurgrdens IF (SHL) 2. MORE:Maple Leafs, Senators six-player swap is a win-win as Zaitsev, Ceci start anew, 2018-19 rank: 25th WebThe Kings 2021 second-round draft pick is on an absolute tear. Women's Champ Week predictions: Which teams will win the auto bids in all 32 conferences? That said, 20-year-old Barrett Hayton is a piece to build a future around. Each of Buffalos five first-round picks since 2014 are either full-time Sabres or were traded for quality help. For starters, Columbus'best prospect is a 24-year-old goalie who appears to be quite happy playing in Switzerland (wouldn't you?). He's an individual gem but doesn't provide overall depth to a team that'll be needing it once the high-profile NHLers are gone. His pass-first acumen would be the perfect compliment to the blistering shot of speedy winger Owen Tippett, the 11th overall pick in 2011. Kyrou earned a 16-game promotion to the Blues earlylast season, which was not the case for fellow winger Klim Kostin, whose second year in the minors was inconsistent but still finished seventh in scoring (24 points in 66 games). As if more were needed, defensemenKAndre Miller andNils Lundkvist were drafted 22nd and 28th, respectively, in 2018 and are highly regarded offensive talents from the back end. MORE: 'Im just prepared for anything': Jets' Patrik Laine says he isn't sure what future holds, 2018-19 rank: 14th These kids are trending in the right direction and have shortened their path to the NHL, which also shouldnt be a problem for skilled 2019 first-rounder Jakob Pelletier, who classifies as one of the toughest competitors at any level and can get to the show on his work ethic alone. Sooner than later, however, these kids are going to have to contribute in a big way. Key additions: Vitalii Abramov (RW), Erik Brannstrom (LHD), Jonathan Davidsson (RW),Josh Norris (C), Mads Sogaard (G),Lassi Thomson (RHD), Max Veronneau (RW) NYR | OTT | PHI | PIT | SJ | STL Can the Lions fix their defense? Read through to see where your team ranks, and let us know with a comment or two where you agree or disagree with our suggestions. Betting against San Joses front office is a risky endeavor, as the NHL roster came within a game of itssecond trip to the Stanley Cup Finalin four years had six players who werent even drafted. They do, however, lack a bona fide blue-chip prospect on defense, and 2017 seventh-rounder Cayden Primeau appears to be the brightest option that replaces a fragile Carey Price. The thing is, Detroit's farm system before the 2018 draft already included solid pieces in two-way center Michael Rasmussen, puck movers Filip Hronek, Gustav Lindstrom and Dennis Cholowski, and goalie Filip Larsson. If there is one sleeper in the bunch, its probably tough two-way center Josh Norris, a 2017 first-round pick acquired from San Jose in the Erik Karlsson deal. Traded/not signed: Gustav Olhaver (C). First things first: Caufield is a player everyone in Quebec will adore and everyone elsewhere in the NHL will fear. With a strong core of defense and goaltending prospects already solidified, the Capitals addressed the need for skill up front by taking slick playmaker Connor McMichael and cerebral 200-foot winger Brett Leason with their first two picks of the 2019 draft. Traded/not signed: Filip Ahl (LW), Jordan Hollett (G). The defense, already at an elite level in Dallas, has Heiskanen, John Klingbergand Esa Lindell, plus the additions of one-man breakout Thomas Harley at the draft and NCAA standout Gavin Beyreuther, who looked very good in limited NHL action. Behind Petersen are Lukas Parik, David Hrenakand Matt Villalta who is alikely candidate to spend the upcoming seasonwith the AHLs Ontario Reign. They caught a huge break last year when Finnish sniper Eeli Tolvanen inexcusably fell to them late in the first round, and after a Stanley Cup Finalappearance no less. LA | MIN | MTL | NSH | NJ | NYI Draft rankings intend to predict NHL success, not the actual order on draft day. 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