Posts by @Dom Lunardo

Over the years, the National Hockey League has seen its fair share of high-end Finnish talent. From Teemu Selanne, Saku and Mikko Koivu, Tuukka Rask, Jari Kurri, Mikko Rantanen, Patrik Laine, and Aleksander Barkov, the list goes on and on. “Finns” as they are often called, are known for their top-tier talent, two-way dominance, graceful skating, and high hockey-IQ

The New Jersey Devils made several significant additions to their roster heading into the 2019-20 campaign. For starters, they won the 2019 NHL Draft Lottery, and right to land coveted top prospect, Jack Hughes. Devils general manager Ray Shero then pulled the trigger and traded for P.K. Subban, and talented forward Nikita Gusev. The Devils also dipped their toe in the free-agent pool reeling in power forward Wayne Simmonds. 

The 2020 NHL Entry Draft is one that screams raw talent. From offensively gifted forwards to silky smooth blue-liners, the upcoming NHL Draft should be one of the most memorable events in recent memory. If you’re ready for an exciting, dynamic defenseman who’s ready to take the National Hockey League by storm, look no further than Kaiden Guhle. A standout talent, Guhle has been turning heads this season with the Prince Albert Raiders of the Western Hockey League (WHL) and now has his sights set on the bright lights of the NHL. So what is it about Guhle that makes him such an intriguing prospect? Let’s read on and find out! 

Every NHL Entry Draft sees it’s fair share of surprises, hiccups, studs, duds, and collective “eyebrow raises.” For fans, NHL teams, junior clubs, scouts, and prospects themselves, they wouldn’t have it any other way. The NHL Draft table/floor is also a place for contemplation, risk, and savvy selections. When the puck drops to begin new campaigns, whether they take place in North America, or overseas, there’s always that handful (or more) of prospects with the propensity to surprise. Seth Jarvis from the Portland Winterhawks of the Western Hockey League (WHL) is one of those prospects. 

Hendrix Lapierre is one of the more intriguing names leading up to the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. Born and raised in Gatineau, Quebec, the diminutive centerman is simply one of those players who excels at many different facets of the game. In addition, his all-around, solid two-way game has (quietly) turned heads this season in the Quebec League. With the first phase of the NHL Draft Lottery complete, let’s take a closer look at the playing career and NHL prognosis of Chicoutimi Sagueneens centerman, Hendrix Lapierre.

Anyone who has played or followed hockey at any level is familiar with the term “power forward”. A power forward is someone who can skate, make plays at a high level, and “throw their weight around”. Power forwards also have the propensity to change the dynamic of any game with their physical play, strength, skill, and ability to drive play.

For those who have never heard of Braden Schneider before, let me tell you, you’re in for a real treat. When we think of the term “defenseman” in the context of hockey, a few things come to mind. Whether they can move the puck, “lock it down” defensively, or “read” the game at a high level, these are all traits of successful defensemen at the National Hockey League level. Brandon Wheat Kings defenseman, Braden Schneider of the Western Hockey League (WHL) checks all of those boxes. Let’s dive in and take a closer look at what makes Schneider so special and how impactful he can be in the NHL.

Cobden, Ontario. Not exactly renowned for producing high-caliber hockey players now is it? That is unless your name is Jack Quinn. Born and raised in Cobden with a population of approximately 2000 people, Quinn is now on the cusp of the NHL. So what is it about Quinn that has so many NHL scouts salivating? It is his raw talent? Offensive awareness? Ability to make elite plays? Or all of the above? Let’s dive in and examine Jack Quinn, as a player to keep your eye on at the upcoming 2020 NHL Entry Draft.