2022 Divisional Award Winners and All-Star Teams. Tanner Jeannot (F) NHL. to select 2007-born defenceman Colton Alain (Victoria, B.C.). pick Zach Benson all also factoring in with Savoie. . Team: Okanagan Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 12G-20A32 points, #15 Prince Albert Raiders Players eligible for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft are 2007-born players who reside in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. Shortly after the selection of McKenna, the Tigers announced the No. Tansem has a great trajectory as a prolific offensive defenceman who is going to be very reliable in his own end. These clips demonstrate calm and cool decisions with the puck as well as his strong stride and ability to be an effective forechecker at times., It is clear Gavin has no issues processing the game and typically makes a simple, heads-up play with the puck. We are excited to see him add new elements to his toolbox to become an all situations winger and not only a shooting threat, but a passing threat as well., Ash Says: You cant help but watch Seth and appreciate the athleticism, but what has my interests peaked the most is what hell be in three to four seasons time. Leading scorer Although he isnt a burner on his skates his timing and efforts to find space as a trailer are quite impressive. He is considered a strong leader by example from his teammates., Zach says: Cerebral player with exceptional anticipation yet is one of the most responsible players in the draft. His game has steadily improved from the start of the season.. 2 pick in that draft (who isnt even eligible until 2025), Parker Bell (Flames), Jalen Luypen (signed this summer by the Blackhawks), 2023 prospect Lukas Dragicevic, and imports Tomas Suchanek (a goalie who was just invited to the Sabres rookie tournament and impressed at the summer world juniors) and Adam Mechura (fresh off a Coyotes development camp invite) make Tri-City interesting but likely the fourth-best team in the U.S. Division. A center that is quick to help out his defenders and provide support to clear pucks and transition the play up the ice. He explodes through the neutral zone and can lose players in his first few strides with great acceleration. Get the lowdown on Gavin McKenna courtesy of the RE/MAX Report with WHL Manager of Hockey Operations Taylor Green. Lindstrom isnt by any means a play driver, but what he does do well is use his frame and puck skills to complement playmaking forwards. The WHL consists of 22 member Clubs with 17 located in Western Canada and five in the U.S. Pacific Northwest. The Calgary Hitmen went 4-0 in preseason but I dont theyre going to be a no-mans land team Id suspect. Honourable mentions: Denton Mateychuk (Blue Jackets), Kevin Korchinski (Thunderbirds), Carson Lambos (Wild), Top goalie Something imperative to future success being a smaller defender. WHL Bantam Draft WHL US Prospect Draft . For me though, he needs to work on being involved on the puck more often. Has most of the physical tools to be a force at the next level. In Vancouver, the Giants will host the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game this year and return Bruins first-rounder Fabian Lysell (maybe the fastest player in the league), Senators prospect Zack Ostapchuk (now with a C on his jersey), and Golden Knights goalie prospect Jesper Vikman, as well as 2023 D prospect Mazden Leslie. Team: Notre Dame Hounds U15 Prep Stats: 20 GP 15G-11A26 points, #13 Kamloops Blazers We also invite you to ask us about our policies or feel free to let us know how we can better serve your privacy concerns. Go Premium for Elite Prospects Support. The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Lottery will involve the six non-playoff Clubs from the 2021-22 season. Celebrini should have no problem transitioning his game as a high-impact player from one level to the next., Layne says: Catton is probably the most hyped prospect to come out of Saskatchewan since Jared Stoll and is sure to apply for exceptional status. With the 268th overall selection (Round 13) the Vancouver Giants have selected 2007-born defender Chloe Primerano (North Vancouver, BC) in the 2022 @TheWHL Prospects Draft. He is a creative player who uses his quick hands to create time and space for himself. And Kyle Masters (Wild) is an excellent shutdown minute-eater on the backend (though they will likely add to the blue line at the deadline). CLICK HERE for a complete list of all players selected in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft. Adding a stop as he gains the zone to give teammates an opportunity to jump into the play (and literally catch up) will better leverage his raw ability to transition the puck into the offensive zone. 7) Vancouver Giants He also appeared in four additional games with the U16 (1GP) and U18 teams (3GP), and he scored twice for each older team. . A center that is quick to help out his defenders and provide support to clear pucks and transition the play up the ice. The 2022 WHL U.S. Priority Draft will be unveiled during the live show on Thursday, April 21. In the 2021 WHL Draft, 2006 born players will be eligible to be selected. Technically his skating is very sound. Advertisement 2022-2023 regular season player stats for LHJABF, including top goal scorers, most games played, PPG leaders and more. Sabres first-rounder Matthew Savoie is going to be one of the most electric players in the whole of the CHL this season and if you were to do a ranking of the 60 best forwards from all 60 teams, the Ice would probably have five in total, with Connor Geekie (Coyotes), Connor McClennon (drafted by the Flyers but now a free agent), Mikey Milne (Wild), and 2023 projected top-10 (top-five?) He is at his best when facilitating the offense and capitalizing on the many opportunities he finds himself in by finding space and having an innate ability to find and bury pucks near the net. 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Thursday, May 19, WATCH LIVE Pre-Show at 9:30 a.m. MT / WHL Prospects Draft at 10 a.m. MT. Priority Draft was held in 2020. The Vancouver Giants went back to Alberta and back to the blueline for their selection in Round 7 (152nd overall) with the selection of 2007-born defenceman Liam Magnuson (Calgary, AB). Name: Chase Harrington Position: Forward Hometown: Langley, B.C. pic.twitter.com/F0d34lQ57D. 1 pick in the 2021 WHL Bantam Draft, will make Spokane a worthwhile watch, but hes not surrounded by much this season. To be successful at the next level, as a centerman, he will need to be more focused on making himself available by creating lanes with pivots, stop-starts, and then using his explosiveness to beat the opposition as opposed to trying to maintain speed and swoop around his own zone to pick up the puck. 2007 GIANTS INDUCTED INTO BC HOCKEY HALL OF FAME, In 2002, Shannon Szabados made history when she became the first female to appear in a Western Hockey League regular season game. We believe in fully disclosing the methods to which we collect and use your personal information. Theres even less in Lethbridge. The most likely candidates to be drafted in the first round would be three forwards (in no particular order): Corban Alman, Luke Moroz, and Lee Shurgot. 6) Seattle Thunderbirds Hes a strong two-way player who plays a consistent, 200-foot game.. Team: Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U18 Prep Stats: 35 GP 23G-42A65 points, #2 Tri-City Americans Buttazzoni has a good shot with the ability to finish when given the opportunity. Obobaifo became the second forward selected in as many picks by the Vancouver Giants. We hope you enjoyed the first part of our countdown! After winning the WHL title last season, the Edmonton Oil Kings are going to be entering a rebuild, and will likely trade import Jakub Demek (Golden Knights) and Coyotes first-rounder Dylan Guenther (if hes not in the NHL). He is a player with a multitude of translatable skills, some are still yet to flourish. With added strength and some cleaning up of rather simple errors as he develops, he will turn heads., Zach says: Elite speed, physically gifted centerman. Catton played one game with the Contacts last year as a double underage and did not look out of place, even scoring a goal. There arent any holes in Cattons game and the offense almost always runs through him. The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) cares about your privacy. Both the subtle and major improvements in his game, however, are tested and true; points are irrelevant. Jordan is one of, if not, the purest sniper in the upcoming draft. We also invite you to ask us about our policies or feel free to let us know how we can better serve your privacy concerns. Top 2021 Bantam draft selection Roger McQueen (selected No. Bogart Cup Playoff Recap | 73's, Braves, and Grads all win with their backs against the wall Bogart Cup Playoff Recap | Braves force Game 7 with road victory in Pembroke Watch Live Online -5D 21:53:39 Buttazzoni has a high IQ, reading, and anticipating plays exceptionally well. At 511 and 158-pounds, Matson wearing joins the Giants organization after spending the 2021-2022 season with the Burnaby Winter Club U15 Prep program. Broadcast information will be announced in the coming weeks. You might see 2025 NHL Draft prospect and 2022 WHL draft No. Team: Prairie Storm U15 Stats: 26 GP 10G-28A38 points, #22 Vancouver Giants He has very fast hands and good extension in his shooting action that generates good pace and elevation. We are set to launch into 2021 continuing to bring you only the best coverage available! . 21) Vancouver Giants About the Western Hockey League The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) cares about your privacy. But enough talking, let's start off at #22 with Kaden's report on Burnaby's 'Mr. Reliable', Diego Buttazzoni. Priority Draft will consist of two rounds and 44 selections, with each WHL Club presented with the opportunity to make two draft choices. 19th place Club Three Sign up for premium. There is a lot to like and a lot of opportunities for him to improve further and become more dynamic which is very exciting., Kaden says: A cerebral assassin on the ice, Celebrini has an elite hockey IQ and an elite toolset to compliment that. Only one way to find out friends. Western Hockey League completes 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, Western Hockey League completes 2022 WHL U.S. . 2) Brandon Wheat Kings The order of selection was determined on April 21, 2022 through the 2022 WHL U.S. Simon is a good-sized forward who can play wing or center, said Giants Scouting Director Daryl Anning. Winner: Thomas Milic (undrafted) Name: William Sharpe Position: Defence Hometown: Delta, B.C. In 30 games last season with St. Georges U15 Prep program, Magnuson (511, 165-pounds) notched two goals and 11 assists for 13 points along with 34 penalty minutes. 17th place Club One. He has a great release and requires little space or time to get a clean shot off on net. His speed and elite shooting ability make him a threat to . 15) Calgary Hitmen 2022-2023 regular season player stats for Romania (W), including top goal scorers, most games played, PPG leaders and more. Lam is 510 and 170-pounds and appeared in just two games this past season with St. Georges. Lamb was the fifth forward and fifth BC-born player drafted by the Giants on Thursday. Again, this is attributed to the lack of explosiveness in his stride and his base seems narrow. Something that DubNetwork Scouting prides itself on; this is our passion after all. With the first-overall pick in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, the Medicine Hat Tigers used the selection to take forward Gavin McKenna (Whitehorse, Yukon / Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna, U18). Both the subtle and major improvements in his game, however, are tested and true; points are irrelevant. Given his proven ability to break forecheck containment in much simpler, conventional ways I dont think its going to be a huge issue moving forward. Central Division Each season, WHL players also form the nucleus of Canadas National Junior Hockey Team. Kaden: Buttazzoni is a very good two way forward who does all the little things right. Gavin is an elite two-way player with how he reads the play, transitioning effectively from defence to offence and vice-versa.