Key additions:Taro Hirose (LW, UDFA), Albert Johansson (LHD), Oliwer Kaski (RHD), Ryan Kuffner (LW, UDFA), Robert Mastrosimone (LW), Moritz Seider (RHD) Regardless, the Devils are deep with young talent. The Golden Knights dipped their toes in the first round by grabbing center Zach Dean at No. In fact, you have to go all the way back to 1970 to find a Blues draft class that didnt produce at least one NHL player with 100 games or more under his belt. NHL free agency: Recapping what all seven Canadian teams did this offseason, 2018-19 rank: 1st Impressive to say the least. The Leafs want to win in the postseason, and Dubass offseason acquisitions of defensemen Tyson Barrie, Cody Ceci and Ben Harpur likely keeps both Sandin and Liljegren (and undrafted signee Joseph Duszak) in the minors for most of the year. 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. That roster included rookie goalie Jordan Bennington, a third-round pick in 2011, who this postseason produced a Conn Smythe-worthy performance. Hes just as talented and provides a high-octane offensive game with a high level of pace. Defensively, he provides great coverage and doesnt show panic in his game. 1 defender at the world juniors. Every year our prospect experts analyze that state of the NHL prospect pool and how every NHL team's farm system stacks up against the rest. This is my final post on this year's NHL draft, and grading each team's performance was pretty easy considering the 12-month effort that was put into analyzing farm systems, evaluating hundreds of prospects throughout the year, and observing the tendencies of individual scouting staffs. Any team that loses multiple premier prospects to graduation is going to take a fall in preseason rankings, so it helps to look at Buffalos talented pool with perspective. Years upon years of stockpiling picks and prospects has kept the Ducks a competitive franchise for most of the last two decades so even an 80-point effort in 2018-19 (their lowest in seven seasons) could be viewed as an aberration. 2018-19 rank: 12th This could prove to be bad news for Zach Fucale, who was once among the Habs . The organization also appears to be high on defenseman Josh Mahura, a third-rounder in 2016 who showed advanced puck-moving abilities during a 17-game midseason stint. Somewhere, even as you read this, an NHL general manager is fidgeting. The constant winning in Nashville has skyrocketed expectations to the point where Predators hockey is the main show in thefootball-crazed town. 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). Left wingerRobert Mastrosimone, a Boston University recruit who was of the more underrated players from this years draft class, has a bit of Gustav Nyquist in him and should be considered having first-round value in a second-round pick. Center Sam Steel was huge for the AHLs San Diego Gulls in their run to the conference finals, as was rugged two-way winger Maxime Comtoiswho made the Ducks out of training camp last season and was one of the NHLs better rookies before a back injury. Some players with high point totals, but in their fourth or fifth year in the same junior league, were overlooked, depending on the depth of his organizations farm system. 2018-19 rank: 28th His play with both Michigan and Canada at the World Juniors should give the Sabres comfort knowing that theyve got a promising defender on their hands. Key additions: Arseni Gritsyuk (RW), Jack Hughes (C),Daniil Misyul (LHD) Mounting injuries or veteran rosters can cause exceptions to this idea, but most of the kids you see called up must have done something right to get approval from both AHL and NHL team management; however, dreadful play in the NHL evena small sample size could count against them. With the 2022 MLB draft officially in the books, it's time for an updated look at how all 30 MLB farm systems stack up. All of which have great upside and continue to show progress with their play. 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. Finnish teenagerVille 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. It took a while to pinpoint how a team that hasnt had a playoff appearance in almost eight years cant seem to impress the masses when it comes to its prospects. The B/R ice hockey think tank convened several times before and during the playoffs, and it got together once again following the draft to assess where everyone stands now that the picks are made and the countdown toward next season has begun in earnest. Undrafted centerAlex Barre-Boulet has lit up the AHL with 61 goals and 124 points in two seasons after five years in the QMJHL. 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. On the blue line, Jake Bean is a premier puck-mover in the AHL and has posted back-to-back 40-plus-point seasons on that level. Others may have higher-profile individuals, but it is our estimation no one has more quality young talent across the up-and-coming board than the Kings, who won Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014 but have fallen on mediocre times since, winning exactly one playoff game in six years. Unfortunately, the lengthy undertaking of roster reconstruction played a role in his firing, and Philadelphia failed to make the playoffs for the third time in five years in 2019. Elsewhere, it's a pair of goalies on the rise: University of Maine standout Jeremy Swayman and Kyle Keyser, who spent his 2019-20 in the AHL and ECHL. MORE: Florida Panthers retool lineup, should make deep playoff run in 2019-20, 2018-19 rank: 17th 2018-19 rank: 15th 2020 midseason rank: 8. Detroit also owns a pair of confident three-zone puck movers in Gustav Lindstrom and Albert Johanssonand won a key free-agent derby by luringformer Western Michigan defenseman Oliwer Kaski away from Finland, where he was the top-scoring blueliner in the SM-Liiga. 6. 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. Hes quick to turn on a dime and evade pressure, as he possesses strong edges and a smooth skating stride. And there's also 6'3" left winger. He's had a seven-game stint across two seasons in the NHL and has combined for 71 points in 121 games in the AHL. It all starts with Simon Edvinsson. Future talk regarding the Wild can begin with the long-awaited arrival ofKirill Kaprizov, but it doesn't have to end there. The Capitals didn't have a first-round choice, but they were clearly devoted to defense and selected blueliners with four of their six picks. 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. Up front, the prospect pool has one of the top-scoring centers from the 2019 draft in Boston College recruit and reigning BCHL Most Valuable Player Alex Newhook. And keep your fingers crossed for a clean bill of health for right-handed defenseman Conor Timmins to make an impact. graduate to the NHL. But Swedish defenseman Erik Brannstrom the prized piecein the Mark Stone deal with Vegas appears to be at peak readiness to join an impressive young blue line that already features Thomas Chabot, Christian Wolanin and Max Lajoie, with Lassi Thomson and Jacob Bernard-Docker not far behind. Drafting a smart two-way centre with a high compete level in Marco Kasper also helps them out to fill out the centre depth, something they needed to address. Whats becoming patently obvious is that the scouting department knows how to find prospects who consistently improve their post-draft stock. Traded/not signed: Erik Brannstrom (LHD, OTT), Nick Suzuki (C, MTL), Maxim Zhukov (G). 20 to draft high-end goaltending prospectJesper Wallstedt and returned six picks later to grab Canadian defensive prospectCarson Lambos. But of all their prospects, goalie Igor Shestyorkin may be the most intriguing, as hes dominated the KHL for several years and could be earmarked as Henrik Lundqvists long-awaited replacement. 1. Drafting Shakir Mukhamadullin in the first-round in 2020 was a questionable decision. 2022 NHL Draft Grades: Analyzing All 32 Teams' Draft Classes Chris Peters hands out his draft grades for all 32 NHL teams. 21 in the first round, but they also got some important business done by re-upping would-be free agent Taylor Hall for four years and a total of $24 million. Subban's top five quotes: 'I dont play for New York', 2018-19 rank: 3rd Kent Johnson puts Canada up late in the first with the Michigan! 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. Need more? If you want to go far and be one of the best teams in the NHL, you have to draft and develop your prospects so you can build for the future. Graduated: None A strong showing at the 2019. . 1 overall choice Jack Hughes. Look for mock drafts and other NHL Draft related content as we get closer to the July event in Montreal. Most of their recent draft picks had stellar seasons both in league and international play, with French-born forward Alexandre Texier leading the way after an excellent campaign in the SM-Liiga and difference-making play during the Stanley Cup playoffs. 1 in Hockey Prospecting's post-draft organizational rankings released on Tuesday. The wing is the organizations position of strength, as Taylor Raddysh (18) and Boris Katchouk (11) both reached double-digit goal totals as first-year AHLers, and used the2019 first-round pick on Footes younger brother Nolan, who led the WHLs Kelowna Rockets with 36 goals in 66games. Their inspired play could make this years training camp more competitive than in previous seasons, and not to be forgotten are goal-scoring wingers Oliver Wahlstrom and Kieffer Bellows two recent first-round picks who likely spend the season in Bridgeport but are held in high regard. Ex-Maple Leafs Frederik Goat Gauthier: Where is He Now? Additionally, GM's who run teams with a top-heavy prospect pool do not have the same flexibility as those with depth at every position. Traded/not signed: Brendan De Jong (LHD),Adam Fox (RHD, NYR), Nicolas Roy (C/RW, VGK), Aleksi Saarela (C/W,CHI), Valentin Zykov (LW, waived). 1 playoff seed thanks to youngsters already contributing. St. Louis Cardinals Top 5 Prospects. Waddell also more than replenished the losses of Saarela and Roy at the 2019 draft with the selections of skilled forwards Ryan Suzuki and Patrik Puistola. A new start with Chicago could revive his offensive flair. The everyday lineup for this upcoming season will be based on the health of several oft-injured veterans, but these kids are ready to assume responsibility if called upon. If the Cubs added Alvarez - just that one player - their ranking would go from 18th to 2nd. 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. Still, a handful of young defensemen could ultimately provide Chicago's backbone on the blue line, namely collegiate standout Ian Mitchell and 6'4", 208-pound behemoth Alec Regula. The franchise's first draft pick, 2017's Cody Glass, reached the NHL in 2019-20 and scored five goals and 12 points, and he will soon be joined by fellow center Peyton Krebs, a 2019. Hes great with his passing, especially when hes stretching the play forward with long accurate breakout passes. If someone says they can do your SEO and create your website for $200, they are either lying or won't do a good job. Similar to Peterka, he plays with great determination and confidence that makes him a factor. Traded/not signed: None. He's a fiery character who can score, as evidenced by 39 points in 33 junior games in 2020-21. Key additions: Dylan Cozens (C/W), Ryan Johnson (LHD) MORE:Hurricanes sign Waddell to extension: 'He's going to be here a long time', 2018-19 rank: 19th Mammoth defenseman Owen Power went first overall to the Sabres in the franchise's fourth turn in the No. Still, Fenton may have been on the job for just over a year, but it looks like his 2019 draft, headlined by Boldy and playmaking winger Vladislav Firstov, should set his successor up for success in later years. 8. Traded/not signed: Jarret Tyszka (LHD),Scott Walford (LHD). Yanni Gourde was lost to the Kraken in the expansion draft and Barclay Goodrow was traded to the Rangers because of salary-cap concerns, and they won't be the only ones to leave. Graduated: Luke Kunin (C/W), Jordan Greenway (C/W) The hockey world still awaits the coming-out parties for wingers Denis Guryanov and Riley Tufte, two former first-rounders. He has a strong work ethic and is constantly engaged on the cycle or in battles for the puck. 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. Literally the second best farm system in baseball because of a one-player change. Buffalo also has in its possession one of the leagues top goaltending prospects in Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, who was named the OHLs Most Outstanding Player and led Finland to gold at the world juniors. Goalie Alex Nedeljkovic was the AHLs top goalie in leading the Checkers to the Calder Cup and the play of power-play quarterback Jake Bean (44 points in 70 games) along with the drafting of right-shot playmaker Anttoni Honka soften the blow from trading Adam Fox to the Rangers. This ranking may come off as a surprise, but Calgarys the sleeping giant when it comes to drafting. They also got a bit of a draft-day steal when intelligent two-way winger Matthew Boldy fell to them at 12th overall. Traded/not signed: Pavel Koltygin (C), Emil Pettersson (C, ARI), Karel Vejmelka (G). Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Conor Garland for three players and the pick. M (25-27)67-70. The downside is that controversial 2015 first rounders Jakub Zboril and Zach Senyshyn havent come close to validating Sweeneys decision to draft them ahead of an all-star games worth of future NHL stars. 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). His 64 points had him second overall in the AHL. Theres also Chase Stillman, a quick and tenacious player with the ability to find the back of the net. 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). And in the net, you ask? Next in line is Jack Hughes brother, Luke. Nils Lundkvist were drafted 22nd and 28th, respectively, in 2018 and are highly regarded offensive talents from the back end. Nathan Guacher and Sasha Pastujov are next in terms of being offensive powerhouses. Graduated: Adam Gaudette (C), Elias Pettersson (C) ArthurKaliyev is a 19-year-old winger who put up 44 goals and 98 points in the OHL in 2019-20 and will make a big push for a roster spot with a team lacking firepower. Graduated: Max Lajoie (LHD), Christian Jaros (RHD), Brady Tkachuk (LW), Colin White (C), Christian Wolanin (LHD) A draft after picking first overall and grabbing high-profile junior stud Alexis Lafreniere, the Rangers were 15 picks back in the pack and grabbed wingerBrennan Othmann at No. What are your thoughts on your favourite teams ranking? 31 after he had requested teams not select him, but they retained the services of goalie Carey Price after leaving him unprotected in the expansion draft. Zegras, just 20, had 13 points in 24 games in his NHL debut last season, and Drysdale averaged better than 19 minutes per game as a rookie. But the nearer-term issue is re-signing Calder Trophy winner Kirill Kaprizov. MORE: Flames secure goaltending tandem, re-sign David Rittich to two-year deal, 2018-19 rank: 20thKey additions: Matthew Boldy (LW), Vladislav Firstov (LW),Mat Robson (G, UDFA), Nico Sturm (C, UDFA) Graduations and trades Prospects who were good enough to establish themselves as NHL regulars ultimately impact the depth chart in every direction. The 2.15 point-per-game average was the highest in Canadian junior hockey since Connor McDavid's 2.55 in 2014-15 and the best for the Rimouski Oceanic franchise since Sidney Crosby's 2.71 clip in 2004-05. In the meantime, GM Ron Hextall will address the exits of wingers Jared McCann (via trade) and Brandon Tanev (expansion draft). A stellar two-way defender with great offensive instincts, the fourth overall pick in 2021 displays great vision, confidence and poise when in control of the puck. Here's just some of their work: The NHL's. But it was the trade that brought Reinhart to Florida that stole headlines, a deal GM Bill Zito called a "win every day" move. His defensive game needs work, but his offensive upside is present. Of course, finishing second inthe draft lotteryand, therefore, getting super-sniper Kaapo Kakko was more luck than the art of scouting. 2018-19 rank: 7th While it seems like roster spots are at a premium at both the NHL and AHL levels, its a problem any team would like to have especially coming off a visit to the Eastern Conference finals and an AHL championship for theCharlotte affiliate. And with the 2022-23 NHL season just over halfway completed, the Vezina Trophy is still up for grabs. August 21, 2019. NHL DRAFT 2019:Team-by-team grades|Winners and losers, 2018-19 rank: 9th SEO: They don't work for optimizing your rankings. Traded/not signed: Jacob Golden (LHD),Ales Stezka (G). The above-listed Turcotte is the best of the bunch, but not by a lot. The Ducks' profile is driven by the presence of one high-end talent in Trevor Zegras, who was picked ninth overall in 2019 andtopped B/R's recent listof the league's best prospects. Until then, coach Dave Hakstol will attempt to build a team that's sure to have a strong defense thanks to the likes of Mark Giordano and Jamie Oleksiak. 7their first time drafting in the top 10 since 2015and will ultimately count on him to provide skill up front while playing a conscientious game on the defensive side. Key additions: Simon Holmstrom (RW), Mason Jobst (C/W) A catastrophic first-round loss inthe playoffs notwithstanding, the Bolts still possess a strong collection of prospects even after the graduations of impressive rookies Anthony Cirelli (sixth in Calder Trophy voting) and Mathieu Joseph (26 points in 70 games.) Rankings from NHL Central Scouting for all 2016 NHL Draft prospects. It will be harder if imminent free agentsPhilipp Grubauer and Gabriel Landeskog leave. NHL farm system rankings: Best, worst prospect pipelines for 2019-20, from 1 to 31. . There are already signs that he belongs in the NHL as hes displaying his work ethic. The Islanders were surprisingly successful a season ago, mainly because of a veteran-filled roster that bought into head coach Barry Trotzs defense-first mentality. MORE:Phil Kessel excited to begin next phase in Arizona: 'I think it's going to be great', 2018-19 rank: 21st MORE: 'Im just prepared for anything': Jets' Patrik Laine says he isn't sure what future holds, 2018-19 rank: 14th GM George McPhee may have moved center Nick Suzuki to Montreal for Max Pacioretty last season, but he was gifted two elite prospects at the 2019 draft in center Peyton Krebs and winger Pavel Dorofeyev. 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. At fifth overall, Vancouver nabbed Pettersson - an exhilarating all-around player who is both lethal and reliable in all three zones of the ice. McMichael can finish as well as he can pass the puck and Leason was the WHLs most complete player in leading Prince Albert to the Memorial Cup. Farm System Rankings Top 5 update (July 2017) System rankings, 30-21 System . Shocking. 3.1K Pastujov displays great hands and play-making abilities. Graduated: None The ridiculous depth Tampa Bay has at the NHL level makes it difficult to predict which prospects have the best chance as promotion. 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. An exceptional playmaker who can score as well thanks to his good vision and hands, he's shown advanced awareness and can be trusted in all three zones on the ice. Latvian goalie Elvis Merzlikins has been one of Europes top young netminders, and the loss of Sergei Bobrovsky helped the Jackets convince him to sign and challenge for a roster opening. Gaucher is a physical two-way centre with the ability to drive the front of the net. and Marc Del Gaizo (UMass-Amherst) were two of the better underclassmen in Hockey East. When it comes to the . Without taking it from a personal level, and also ignoring fan allegiances, there are players on this list who are held in higher regard than others. Some teams certainly bolstered their chances at making progress from 2020-21, while some others may have stagnated or fallen back. MORE:As the Rangers seek redemption, New York turns to Kaapo Kakko, 2018-19 Rank: 24th Of all their prospects, however, the most intriguing appears to be Swedish speedster Joakim Nygard, a winger who is not Calder eligible but was signed to a one-year deal in the offseason. The prolific Russian has signed a contract and will presumably play in Minnesota in 2020-21, leaving the pipeline to be championed by winger Matthew Boldy. 2022 MLB Farm System Rankings: Ranking Every Team's Farm System After the Trade Deadline At the MLB Trade Deadline, many top prospects found a new home in blockbuster deals around the league. The formula for building and maintaining a contending team differs from franchiseto franchise, yet even the regime change and recent Stanley Cup triumph hasnt altered a program that continues to favor building from the net outward. Now, signing would-be free agent Alex Ovechkin becomes the top organizational priority. Yikes. Teams ranked from 19 to 14. Vasili Podkolzin is 19 and a powerful, two-way forward who'll reach the NHL sometime in 2020-21. Graduated: A.J. Voracek for Atkinson continued the stream, and don't forget Ryan Ellis from Nashville too. A coincidence that a team overseen by executive Steve Yzerman pulled the trigger on drafting a Swedish defensive prospect? Thanks to a strong prospect pool, the Kings' farm system was named the best in the league. Poehling may already have a leg up on Suzuki thanks to his hat trick in his NHL debut. Without further ado, here are all 31 NHL farm systems ranked, with a few of their top prospects and a little bit of explanation of why they are sitting at that position. Hes quick with his movements including an accurate shot as he finished with 34 goals for the Guelph Storm in the OHL. Keep that in mind while scrolling through MLB Pipeline's 2022 preseason edition of the Farm System Rankings. The promotions last season of Carter Hart and winger Oskar Lindblom played a role in the drop from last years ranking, but Fletcher and staff did well at the 2019 draft by getting elite playmaking potential in defenseman Cam York and winger Bobby Brink, plus hard-shooting defender Ronnie Attard. All three players provide a great blend of speed, intensity, creativity and offensive upside. Graduated: Lias Andersson (C), Filip Chytil (C/W), Alexander Georgiev (G),Brett Howden (C) Elsewhere, the team has resigned itself to losing Hyman to the Oilers via free agency, but GM Kyle Dubas remains committed to the core of Auston Matthews, John Tavares, Mitch Marner and William Nylander. He signed his entry-level contract and immediately showcased his skillset, finishing the season stint with three points in eight games. When it comes to the future, it's the Connor McMichael era. This time, we're focusing on farm systems, ranking them based on prospect talent,. Hes quick, agile and is always on the attack acting as a fourth forward at times. Victory laps have been skated. He's followed by another potentially special talent on the blue line in Finnish export. Ilya Sorokin in goal, but his would-be NHL debut this season was scuttled by the pandemic. 28 Pittsburgh Penguins - The Athletic Jared McCann, C (23) Calen Addison, D (19) Nathan Legare, RW (18) Marcus Pettersson, D (23) Samuel Poulin, RW (18) Filip. Remember, it was GM Jim Rutherford who traded his 2017 first rounder for pugilist Ryan Reaves, only to use his second rounder in that same draft on defensive defenseman Zach Lauzon, who wasnt even offered a contract. There's a lot to like for the Golden Knights, who reached the Stanley Cup Final in their first season and were among the final four as the No. Key additions: Nolan Foote (LW) The NHL's Best Farm Systems Ranked - 2022-23 Preseason Update. Key additions: Philip Broberg (LW), Ilya Konovalov (G),Raphael Lavoie (RW), Joakim Nygard (LW) He's had a seven-game stint across two seasons in the NHL and has combined for 71 points in 121 games in the AHL. Swedish wingerOskar Olausson was a future project available at No. Traded/not signed: Gustav Olhaver (C). Key additions:Victor Soderstrom (RHD) Meanwhile, defenseman, Noah Dobson, a 2018 draftee, did arrive on Long Island and appeared in 34 games. Teams ranked from 25 to 20. If organizational depth werent a factor in these rankings, the Panthers probably would crack the top five, possibly top three. 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. There are plenty of others too, but we don't want to scare you. 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. Key additions: Ilya Nikolayev (C), Jakob Pelletier (LW) His pass-first acumen would be the perfect compliment to the blistering shot of speedy winger Owen Tippett, the 11th overall pick in 2011. Graduated: Henrik Borgstrom (C) Go ahead and get their lockers ready. He's followed at the top of the list by 2019 first-rounder Philip Tomasino, who had 40 goals and 100 points in 62 games with two OHL teams in 2019-20. Graduated: Noah Juulsen (RHD),Jesperi Kotkaniemi (C) The state of hockey in Steel City took a turn for the worse this past season,and some of the issues aging roster, expensive contracts, onrushing division rivals, thin prospect pool are symptomatic of a franchise on the brink of collapse. Unfortunately for the general public, they tend to keep us in . Traded/not signed: Brendan Lemieux (LW, NYR). The speedy winger has an excellent shot that instantly makes him a threat every time in the offensive zone. New Jersey has not finished out of the league's bottom third since 2017-18, when it was 15th. 24, where the Panthers grabbed Wolverines commitMackie Samoskevich to augment their forward pipeline. Not far from Kakko in terms of game-breaking skills is winger Vitaly Kravtsov, who before the age of 20 established himself as a top-line player in the KHL. The Minnesota Wild placed No. Wisconsin head coach Tony Granato on newest Canadiens forward Cole Caufield, 2018-19 rank: 4th Traded/not signed: None. 9 by tradingOliver Ekman-Larsson and Conor Garland for three players and the pick. Hes highly competitive who isnt afraid to lead a rush and can play a tough, in your face game with his physicality. OK, we know. In terms of free agents, it's the waiting game for the team to see if it'll sign defenseman Alec Martinez before he hits the market. 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