There are still some very good prospects on the board, most of whom will be gone when the Hawks pick next unless they can move up.
- DarthKane

Wonder if the extra third with the #46 would be enough to get to #33.

And if the Queen had balls she'd be the king...

I get that there are some strong opinions on these prospects, but what did everyone expect the Hawks to do? Roll out guys like Gilbert, Sikura, Quenneville (oh, yeah they did), Reese Johnson, et al to TRY and lose? Should they have just forfeited? I'm not pointing this at you specifically Wiz, but I don't understand what people expect a team to do? The players, and coaches are not ever going to intentionally lose no matter what the playoff gimmick/situation is. They want to play, and they want to play to win.
- Chunk

Nah, I just now looked at the board where he fell to the Preds and thought it like Holloway going to Oilers.

- Ogilthorpe2

From the man who wanted to keep Anisimov what do you have against Sharp?

Wonder if the extra third with the #46 would be enough to get to #33.
- totem

Don't think so.

Here is my revised longer profile on Lukas Reichel:

German left winger who finds open ice with his above average speed and agility in tight spaces. Has set-up skills and likes to shoot. Has a really quick release, Hasn’t established his 200 foot game and needs to add some physicality. He does apply back pressure Displays high end straight line speed who is dangerous around the net, and needs little time to get to full flight. Has a hard quick wrist shot and agility. Slows the game down and doesn't show panic when under pressure. He just continues on the his best options. Has an active stick, lateral quickness, first step quickness and quick head. Has a 90 degree knee bend, and his knee over knee cross overs allow him flying past players in three sides. Gets knocked off some pucks, but when he add weigh, he will be even stronger on the puck. He isn't deterred by contact, he re-sets and goes to work in the offensive end.The bloodline is there, as his uncle Robert played over 800 NHL games. Has transended from a still in development junior player to one who easily stands as an equal or better with the players around in the German DEL Usually sets up on the right half wall of the power play. Although he is very thin and needs to thicken up, he is able to absorb hits and stay vertical. Keeps his feet moving is able to get to loose pucks and rebounds and gets his scoring chances. Has played all three forward positions in the German pro league. He is very young and hasn't taken the steps that verify he can drive play and be an impact addition, but he display high hockey IQ and runs with it with quick decisions. Young, raw and still in the formative stage.

Don't think so.
- rpeters01

No need there plenty in those top ten slots to choose from and they may be taken a goalie anyway..

Oh he skates well enough...he has got to built a 200 foot game...he will play fairly soon too,
- wiz1901

My statement was in the moment, Philly drafting Foerster, unless that's who you are referring to

I haven't gotten that far into thinking about him as I am trying to get the stupid website to change the Calgary _Wasingrton trade slots, but you know what he IS TT-like!
- wiz1901

Like anyone else I've read Reichel's name but was pissed when they took him that high. Go to the film and maybe 3 minutes in to the 17:00 of it and I'm thinking good God this guy reminds me of TT minus the freakish quick twitch in so many ways. But anything I read I don't see a TT comparison so I'm wondering if I'm off ........ Just so so many similarities to my eye in style between the two that it jumped out quickly. That Reichel looks like he does, not lost but assertive, vs men says much.

Enjoy, Wiz. 360ish days of work and you're at the fun part now.

Happy with the Reichel pick. Hopeful he FAR exceeds expectations.
Go Blackhawks!!

Quality move by Doug Wilson Jr to sign when drafting Weisblatt who’s mother is deaf.
- DarthKane

A very thoughtful move, by a classy organization. And the family’s celebration was the most enthusiastic of the night, by far.

You know, I haven't gotten that far into him, because I am having an issue on changing the Washington Calgary slot switch...I just cannot get it to change...but you know he IS TT-like

One last thing on Reichel: he has a really low panic point, like he not only see the ice and the game around him slowed down but like Kaner, just changes his idea when the ice changes and is never panicked by ensuing checkers or pressure, seems to ignore it and get things done.
- wiz1901

Good point on his low panic point. Hate to say anything definitive yet other than to me the TT similarities jumped out, but I think the low panic is cuz of his seemingly incredible processing speed. ..........

That same processing speed along with his high cruising speed and feet/edges that allow him to dart/zig to change angles in an instant and dictate pace with it seems multiple gears like an 8 speed transmission makes him dangerous and unique, like TT. Changes angles, that need to be defended, with his edges and multiple gears which also dictates pace that also needs to be defended. And he's showing this vs men. No matter it's in the German league that is really rare for a kid vs men.

Kid's head does not bounce even at pace. A smooth calm character for sure.

The Winnipeg Jets have re-signed defender Dylan DeMelo to a 4-year, $12M contract extension ($3M AAV) per Darren Dreger

My statement was in the moment, Philly drafting Foerster, unless that's who you are referring to
- BetweenTheDots

Ah, sorry, I was talking with Lukas Reichel blinders on...


Yeah, I think I covered on DraftSite Foerster's heavy boots...they certainly were very upbeat in the TV coverage that it was gonna be a "easier fix.

I think the opposite that is NOT like Vegas' Mark Stone Corey Perry...morre like Perrys old Anahiem line mate Dustin Pennar.
Foerster skates straight up. with so little agility.
In the nhl wingers now have duties that need agility.
He was able to push up and down the ice as a CENTRE, and the shot is alluring, but hard pass by me.

Good point on his low panic point. Hate to say anything definitive yet other than to me the TT similarities jumped out, but I think the low panic is cuz of his seemingly incredible processing speed. ..........

That same processing speed along with his high cruising speed and feet/edges that allow him to dart/zig to change angles in an instant and dictate pace with it seems multiple gears like an 8 speed transmission makes him dangerous and unique, like TT. Changes angles, that need to be defended, with his edges and multiple gears which also dictates pace that also needs to be defended. And he's showing this vs men. No matter it's in the German league that is really rare for a kid vs men.

Kid's head does not bounce even at pace. A smooth calm character for sure.
- Mr Ricochet

BUT....in this men's league Reichel was darting all over the place out fo his left side over to pressure on the right boards...It was like his line mates were trying to figure where they know should position themselves as he filled for them.
same with him abruptly taking over his centre's duties...

To me, this showed a)his newness to the German pro league, and/or b) my entire life through ALL the eras both defenseman and forwards who WERE the best players in many games,always started to strart trying to make the difference for their team take it off the shoulders of teammates...
This is all surmise...but sometimes better players just think the push is better if they are the ones pushing...

Good point on his low panic point. Hate to say anything definitive yet other than to me the TT similarities jumped out, but I think the low panic is cuz of his seemingly incredible processing speed. ..........

That same processing speed along with his high cruising speed and feet/edges that allow him to dart/zig to change angles in an instant and dictate pace with it seems multiple gears like an 8 speed transmission makes him dangerous and unique, like TT. Changes angles, that need to be defended, with his edges and multiple gears which also dictates pace that also needs to be defended. And he's showing this vs men. No matter it's in the German league that is really rare for a kid vs men.

Kid's head does not bounce even at pace. A smooth calm character for sure.
- Mr Ricochet

Here is the kid's own comparison

“My game style is like Elias Pettersson,” Reichel said, referencing the Canucks star who has scored 66 points in each of his first two NHL seasons. “I’m not the biggest guy, not the strongest guy on the ice, but I’m a smart guy, I’m a good skater. I like to shoot.”

Like anyone else I've read Reichel's name but was pissed when they took him that high. Go to the film and maybe 3 minutes in to the 17:00 of it and I'm thinking good God this guy reminds me of TT minus the freakish quick twitch in so many ways. But anything I read I don't see a TT comparison so I'm wondering if I'm off ........ Just so so many similarities to my eye in style between the two that it jumped out quickly. That Reichel looks like he does, not lost but assertive, vs men says much.

Enjoy, Wiz. 360ish days of work and you're at the fun part now.
- Mr Ricochet

There are new owners at the site. I have had to decide what to do.
They bought it due to the traffic (especially the fans in Canada) because they are going to connect it to their new international betting site!
It is not running. I am gonna expect compensation soon, as I am old and it was only covid quarantining that allowed the depth of my commitment and "hours of service."

I told them we will take in month by month. I like the middle of the day to do more than watch Swedish games live, lol!

Here is the kid's own comparison

“My game style is like Elias Pettersson,” Reichel said, referencing the Canucks star who has scored 66 points in each of his first two NHL seasons. “I’m not the biggest guy, not the strongest guy on the ice, but I’m a smart guy, I’m a good skater. I like to shoot.”
- LAHawk

And that is a fairly lofty comparison but pretty accurate in that Lukas Reichel calmly does everything pretty fast.

Here is the kid's own comparison

“My game style is like Elias Pettersson,” Reichel said, referencing the Canucks star who has scored 66 points in each of his first two NHL seasons. “I’m not the biggest guy, not the strongest guy on the ice, but I’m a smart guy, I’m a good skater. I like to shoot.”
- LAHawk

BTW the NHL player comparison I originally added was Gustav Nyqvist...because I simply think these comarisons of juniors to elite pros is wonky.

BTW the NHL player comparison I originally added was Gustav Nyqvist...because I simply think these comarisons of juniors to elite pros is wonky.
- wiz1901

Craig Button, Bob McKenzie and Pierre drive me nuts with this BS.

Every Pro they compare the draftees to are basically all Star level players.

In a normal 7 round draft, how many all stars are drafted every year??????

Here is the kid's own comparison

“My game style is like Elias Pettersson,” Reichel said, referencing the Canucks star who has scored 66 points in each of his first two NHL seasons. “I’m not the biggest guy, not the strongest guy on the ice, but I’m a smart guy, I’m a good skater. I like to shoot.”
- LAHawk

Again, I hate to say anything definitive but first impressions, I mean the first 2-3 minutes, make a big impact on my flawed thinking but I think the kid's comparison to Pettersson is warranted. I'd add Pettersson and TT's games/approach and style are similar too.

Don't post much anymore LA but appreciate your level headed mature contributions when I read. Keep them coming, sir.

BTW the NHL player comparison I originally added was Gustav Nyqvist...because I simply think these comarisons of juniors to elite pros is wonky.
- wiz1901

Wiz,

Besides the fact that Saad is 30 pounds heavier than Reichel is NOW, do you see any similarities between their play? Many people on this board say we need more Saad like 200 foot players and it looks like we have one in Reichel. Comments?

BUT....in this men's league Reichel was darting all over the place out fo his left side over to pressure on the right boards...It was like his line mates were trying to figure where they know should position themselves as he filled for them.
same with him abruptly taking over his centre's duties...

To me, this showed a)his newness to the German pro league, and/or b) my entire life through ALL the eras both defenseman and forwards who WERE the best players in many games,always started to strart trying to make the difference for their team take it off the shoulders of teammates...
This is all surmise...but sometimes better players just think the push is better if they are the ones pushing...
- wiz1901

Do I understand this correctly, Wiz? You're questioning his positioning? ......... Also Wiz as I'm watching more film I'm keeping in mind this is a 100 ft wide surface and of course until they do it on an 85 ft wide surface you just don't know and will their game translate and or adapt.

Scouch says he watched 7 games of Reichel and that his line controlled 72% of the high/medium danger shot attempts. ....... Very interesting prospect.

Here is the kid's own comparison

“My game style is like Elias Pettersson,” Reichel said, referencing the Canucks star who has scored 66 points in each of his first two NHL seasons. “I’m not the biggest guy, not the strongest guy on the ice, but I’m a smart guy, I’m a good skater. I like to shoot.”
- LAHawk

Well that will be a welcome addition to a team that thinks pass first.

Like M. Night Shyamalanin sixth Sense I see draft prospects.


You don't attempt to trade up as the goalie you select in the second is a reach, and I see ELEVEN really nice forwards and EIGHT intriguing defensemen not counting Jérémie Poirier who is a one way attacker (that I thought someone would get suckered into convincing themselves he was the next Karlsson...)

17 players and 14 teams in front of us.

I think they want Sam Colangelo (since they had him in and on interview more than anyone else...I still love big Will Dufour.

I just don't think "best player available" will pertain to another undersized defender.

Funny thing: next year there is os much more tall kids especially in the defenders...

Wiz,

Besides the fact that Saad is 30 pounds heavier than Reichel is NOW, do you see any similarities between their play? Many people on this board say we need more Saad like 200 foot players and it looks like we have in Reichel. Comments?
- boilermaker100

I know you didn't ask me but other than the 200 ft game part I don't see their styles/skills the same at all. Saad is a super fast skater without gears, he's not shifty. High end speed without quickness/explosion. A north-south skater. A power forward.

Reichel has tons of zig/edgework to his attack, a shifty player. Again I see his processing speed his best attribute. Add his feet/hands/edges to that and he can play much much faster than Saad who is a faster top end speed skater.