Well if anyone should know, it's Red WingsGM KenHolland, who in 1989 was part of Jimmy Devellano's staff that produced one of the greatest draft classes in NHL history. MORE:Islanders face bumpy transition from Tavares era but it's not all bleak. Behind him, defenseman Josh Mahura is a potential top-pair talent who's split two seasons between the NHL and AHL. POWER RANKINGS: Preds, Bolts still on top after offseason dust settles. The 6'1" center plays a sound two-way game. The Flames would have been higher on the list were it not for the NHL arrivals of several long-term prospects, so they're in rebuilding mode when it comes to the pipeline. 6. 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. 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. 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. Key additions:Kirby Dach (C), Alex Nylander (RW) Although 2018 top pick Evan Bouchard looked green in his nine-game NHL stint, he led the OHLs London Knights in playoff scoring and produced eight points in eight AHL postseason matches. Several recent prospects, most notably goaltender Jordan Binnington, are wearing championship rings, which leaves 2020 Hobey Baker Award winnerScott Perunovich as the top jewel. 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. Undrafted sniper Alex Barre-Boulet took it a step further by tying for a league-best 34 tallies as a rookie. Although it may seem likethe Capitals go through every draft with only a handful of picks, the truth is that they've quietly assembled a pretty decent crop of future NHLers. He's complemented by fellow blueliner Alexander Romanov, who's 5'11" and 185 pounds and likes to play physically. 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. The Islanders are still waiting on a payoff from 2014 draft pickIlya Sorokin in goal, but his would-be NHL debut this season was scuttled by the pandemic. Joining him high on the defense depth chart is an equally-excitable puck rusher and cerebral playmaker in Scott Perunovich, who will run Minnesota-Duluths power play as they look for a third straight NCAA championship. Key additions: Semyon Chistyakov (LHD),Phil Tomasino (C),Josh Wilkins (C, UDFA) 329m goal: Felix the only men's contender for Chelsea's Goal of the Month, UFC 285's Shevchenko by the numbers: It all adds up to domination, A battle for No. Several players who ranked highly in personal pre-draft rankings were afforded a longer leash in the event of a perceived plateau in development. 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Key additions: Adam Fox (RHD), Kaapo Kakko (RW),Patrick Newell (RW), Matthew Robertson (LHD) The Kings have the best farm system in hockey and Byfield is the best prospect in it. Constructing the league's deepest prospect pool hasn't been easy, as the Flyers haven't won a playoff round in six years. Graduated: A.J. Im going to begin by pointing readers to a few useful resources. The group is expanding, but it still pales in comparison to the collections of young talent being accumulated by the leagues other 30 teams. The only thing the system is lacking is a bonafide No. 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. Key additions: Vitalii Abramov (RW), Erik Brannstrom (LHD), Jonathan Davidsson (RW),Josh Norris (C), Mads Sogaard (G),Lassi Thomson (RHD), Max Veronneau (RW) 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. There is a noticeable drop in upside after Strome and 2018 top pick Barrett Hayton,although diminutive winger Nick Merkley had a fine season in Tucson despite being hampered by injuries. While there is often fluidity in these organizational rankings, with players graduating quickly and changing the face of the system sometimes dramatically on a year-to-year basis, this is how the NHL prospect pools stack up as we gear up for the 2020-21 season. 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. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? We ranked them from bottom to top while considering the presence of elite individuals along with depth of talent and what those players can be expected to do at the top level when they arrive. Traded/not signed: Brendan Lemieux (LW, NYR). The center made the Arizona roster out of training camp and played 20 games, scoring a goal and assisting on three others. Urho Vaakanainen, who has a high hockey IQ and makes good decisions. MORE: Florida Panthers retool lineup, should make deep playoff run in 2019-20, 2018-19 rank: 17th The decision to take Dach over defenseman Bowen Byram was a bit of a surprise, but not as much as the post-draft trade of 2017 first-rounder Henri Jokiharju to Buffalo for finesse winger Alex Nylander, a former first-round selection himself. But what should compound the issue for opponents is the fact that they also own the two best defensiveprospects in all of hockey former NCAA standout Cale Makarand WHL playoff hero Bowen Byram. 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. He scored 40 points in 34 games as an NCAA junior and isn't far away. The 2017 second rounder was our ninth-ranked prospect a year ago but sat out the entire 2018-19 season due to concussion symptoms. Ranking all 31 NHL prospect pipelines: Kings leapfrog Rangers for No. Graduated: Andres Johnsson (LW) In terms of the sleeper category, dont be surprised ifcenter Riley Damiani leapfrogs Ty Dellandrea on the depth chart. Also included is each player's career NHL totals. Drafting speedy two-way defenseman Philip Broberg with the eighth overall pick in June could help in the short term, as his size, physicality and crisp first pass could be deemed advanced enough for a bottom-pairing role with the big club. Age There is a large pool ofplayers who can qualify as prospects, so to simplify the list we eliminated any player who is no longer eligible for the Calder Trophy from a playing age standpoint, which according to the league is essentially 25 and under before training camp in September. Not only did the Senators receive Calder Trophy-caliber rookie reasons from Brady Tkachuk and Colin White, but the ongoing rebuild allowed the likes of goalie Joey Daccord and forwards Drake Batherson, Logan Brown and speedy Alex Formenton, to experience the rigors of the NHL first hand. The only thing the system is lacking is a bonafide No. A pair of potential top-six forwards, Ilya Nikolayev and Jakob Pelletier, and a goaltender, Dustin Wolf, were plucked in the 2019 draft. 1 goalie Alex Nedeljkovic and puck rusher Adam Fox. Defenseman Gabriel Carlsson and Andrew Peeke are former high-round picks who likely will never see power-play time or anchor a top or middle pairing. The system that produced Quinn Hughes and Thatcher Demko in 2019-20 doesn't figure to be slowing down. Goalie Josef Korenar (another non-draftee) was one of the AHLs top young netminders, while fellow goaltending prospect Zachary Emond was tops in the QMJHL in goals-against average (1.73), save percentage (.932)and shutouts (seven). C prospects showcase the upside to make the NHL, but either need more development time or are more likely to fill out depth roles. Eleven of Hershey's top 13 scorers from a year ago were 24 years or older. Key additions:Jonathan Dahlen (LW),Andrew Shortlidge (G, UDFA) and Marc Del Gaizo (UMass-Amherst) were two of the better underclassmen in Hockey East. On the wing, Kristian Vesalainen is the real deal too. Traded/not signed: Daniel Bernhardt (RW),Dominik Lakatos (LW), Patrik Virta (LW). But don't overlook playmakers like Nicolas Beaudin, Ian Mitchell, Henri Jokiharju and Ryan Shea. Only one of Tampa's top 10 prospects was a first-round pick. Its a tad unfair to ding an organization that came within one win of a second Stanley Cup this decade and had GM Don Sweeney named the NHLs Executive of the Year. This trio represents Buffalo's last three first round picks, so the law of averages says at least two of them should join current Sabre Jack Eichel to form the foundation of what could be one of the league's most potent attacks. The Jets are so young at the NHL, so some of these kids will either get moved or blocked into the ECHL. But as soon as Rangers brass pulls the draft-day trigger on the Quebec-born teenagerhe'll turn 19 on Oct. 11an already deep and talented pool of prospects will be filled to overflowing. GOLDEN STANDARDHow Vegas became the most successful expansion team in sports history. Winger Logan Brown was a 2016 pick, but has also thrived in the AHL with 70 points. GM Kyle Dubas sure likes his speed and skill, which is obvious in the manner Toronto hasdrafted since hejoinedthe organization as an assistant general manager in 2014. The regime change in Carolina that cost Ron Francis his job as general manager doesn't change the fact that the Hurricanes already owned an arsenal of identifiable blue-chip prospects. 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. How much longer it lasts, however, is something to ponder especially when you consider how bare the cupboard is. Franchise center John Tavares bid adieu to the Isles, leaving the team in the hands of 21-year-old star Mathew Barzal. This ranking may come off as a surprise, but Calgarys the sleeping giant when it comes to drafting. 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. Left wing Tyler Benson played seven games at the NHL level in 2019-20 and is a good puck-handler, while lanky 6'4" centerRaphael Lavoie has high-end skill and a quick-release shot that make him dangerous. 2018-19 rank: 12th MORE:Maple Leafs, Senators six-player swap is a win-win as Zaitsev, Ceci start anew, 2018-19 rank: 25th He's a high-energy goal scorer with an explosive first step, good puck-handling skills and a lethal wrist shot. 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. And keep your fingers crossed for a clean bill of health for right-handed defenseman Conor Timmins to make an impact. You also should expectdefenders Jake Walman and Jordan Schmaltz will see some time with the big club. But Glass was far from the only Vegas phenom to pile up impressive numbers. 2018-19 rank: 5th This method has not hurt the franchise at the gate or in the standings, as most of their long-shots and signees were impact players for their respective teams and still maintain Calder Trophy eligibility. And although mums the word on the health of 2017 first-rounder Gabe Vilardi, he still is one of the top playmakers among all NHL prospects. But does it even matter anymore? Subbanwere acquired via trade. Kiley McDaniel ranks them from 1 to 30. Already boasting an impressive prospect pool and fresh off a 25-point improvement in the standings, Montreal nabbed one of the top goal-scoring prospects in recent draft history by selecting Cole Caufield 15th overall. Montreal received career seasons from defensemen Josh Brook (75points in 59 WHL games), Alexander Romanov (eightpoints in sevenWJC games), and AHL rookie Cale Fleury (23 points in 60 games), and that was before they loaded up at the 2019 draft with additional two-way types. Now that thenucleus has formed, the Canucks can patiently follow the progress of an impressive tier of potential point-producing defensemen like Olli Juolevi, Toni Utunen, Jett Woo, and Jack Rathbone. Is it only a coincidence that Denvers Emilio Pettersson, their sixth-round pick from last year, was one of the nations top freshman scorers? 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. Traded/not signed: Chase Priskie (RHD, FA-CAR). There's both quantity and quality in the mix for the Oilers, who may have a future defensive pairing in consecutive first-round picks Evan Bouchard (2018) and Philip Broberg (2019). First things first: Caufield is a player everyone in Quebec will adore and everyone elsewhere in the NHL will fear. Graduated: None Traded/not signed: Vitalii Abramov (RW, OTT), Jonathan Davidsson (RW, OTT), Veeti Vainio (D). That said, winger Samuel Poulin was picked 21st overall in 2019 and is a good all-around player with no glaring weaknesses. He'll likely arrive around the same time as Turcotte, and they'll form a pretty daunting pairing for foes to deal with. Traded/not signed: Sean Durzi (RHD, LAK),Carl Grundstrom (LW, LAK), Ryan McGregor (C). 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But while it is a bit more difficult to do so than in normal years, we're ranking every pool and identifying each franchise's top 10 prospects, a potential breakout candidate for this season and those who might make an NHL-level impact in the next year. Nylander, on the other hand, has game-breaking potentialbut his time as Sabres property was nothing short of underwhelming. 2018-19 rank: 7th That roster included rookie goalie Jordan Bennington, a third-round pick in 2011, who this postseason produced a Conn Smythe-worthy performance. Dominik Kubalik, who scored 30 goals in the regular season and four more in a surprising postseason. If Dach can make the team out of camp, hes versatile enough to play wing and contribute to the power play. The Penguins, driven by a core group of 30-somethings, are perilously close to witnessing the zenith of what has been a decade's worth of championship-caliber hockey. Not to mention he has a high-revving motor in a tough-to-contain 5'7", 162-pound frame. 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. There is, however, a bit of uncertainty with several of their former first-round picks, as both Denis Guryanov (2015) and Riley Tufte (2016) are still a ways away from meeting post-draft expectations. 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. 2 goaltending prospect in hockey behind the recently drafted Yaroslav Askarov and is a foundational piece for the Rangers going forward. For Sporting News, several factors were taken into consideration when creating the lists below: 1. 1 overall pick (2020). Of all their prized neophytes, the edge to making Hurricanes out of camp belongs to speedy center Martin Necas, who led all AHL teenagers in scoring and is versatile enough to play wing. On top of adding a new No. Carolina graduated Andrei Svechnikov, but still have Martin Necas and Jake Bean to headline an incredibly deep pool. No matter where they pick them, Calgarys kids continue to improve to the point where the Flames are finding room on their roster a Stanley Cup-caliber roster, no less for youngsters either previously passed over or undervalued by others. For all intents and purposes, those two alone are keeping the farm system afloat, although productive AHL campaigns from defenseman Brennan Menell and playmaking center Mason Shaw add additional support to the foundation. MORE: Jets' window to win depends on threeunanswered questions. Of course, any lineup could use a big-bodied presence to cause havoc in the low slot, and few prospects do it better than power winger Serron Noel, who in his third year led Oshawa in goals (34), assists (47) and points (81). B prospects have a higher likelihood of becoming NHL regulars and contributors. Marie Greyhounds. Not having a first-round pick for four years doesn't do much for an organization's pipeline, so it's no surprise the Penguins are in a difficult place. 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. 3. Graduations: Sammy Blais (C/W),Robert Thomas (C) 1 prospect in hockey and one of the most complete wings to enter the league immediately following his draft in some years. New captain. Draft Odds & Ends. MORE: Devils' P.K. Traded/not signed: Erik Brannstrom (LHD, OTT), Nick Suzuki (C, MTL), Maxim Zhukov (G). 26 Feb Feb Carolina already isn't far from elite status in the NHL, and it's only getting better with what's coming. A busy offseason has added some legitimacy to the Blues' annual quest for the Stanley Cup, and they still own several of the game's premier prospects. 1 Western Conference seed in 2019-20. What makes the Kings system stand out beyond the notable names is depth by position. The general managers who run NHL front offices, with support from their staff, use a variety of methods to identify, develop and assess the future talent within theirown organizations. Key additions: Spencer Knight (G), Vladislav Kolyachonok (LHD) By doing so, they acquired more blue-chip assets in four months than they did in the previous 10 years combined. 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) Traded/not signed:Brett Davis (C), Liam Hawel (C), Markus Ruusu (G). The rankings are a consolidation of 11 different publications, and include TSN, Sportsnet, Hockeyprospect.com, Future Considerations, Elite Prospects, McKeens, Dobbers Prospects, Smaht Scouting, Puck Authority, Draft NHL DRAFT 2019: Jack Hughes peerless atopway-too-early big board. In goal, it looks like Jaroslav Halak will return as Tuukka Rasks backup, but if the performance of undrafted netminder Kyle Keyserwith Oshawa during the OHL playoffs is any indication, a long look in the AHL and a late-season promotion sound reasonable. Oliver Wahlstrom had 10 goals in 45 AHL games in 2019-20 and has a high-octane style of play. Traded/not signed:Kyle Olson (C),Marcus Pettersson (LHD, PIT). But being out of contention yielded trades that brought in high-end youngsters. 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. MORE:The best No. On top of adding a new No. RW Cole Caufield, No. Jump to a team: COL | CBJ | DAL | DET | EDM | FLA MORE:Quinn Hughes 'as valuable as anyone' playing a style his own. Ranking all 31 NHL prospect pipelines: Kings leapfrog Rangers for No. Key additions: Simon Holmstrom (RW), Mason Jobst (C/W) No team has stockpiled prospects in as great a number as the Kings. When is the right time to admit GM Joe Sakic knows what he's doing? Bringing uber-sniper Andrei Svechnikovinto the fold is the cherry on top fora pipeline that already included exciting center Martin Necas, future No. How well a general manager does in finding those players and how quickly he gets the elite ones to a point at which they are contributing in the NHL is a gigantic part of his job security. Vancouveradded a bulldog of a competitor in Russian-trained winger Vasily Podkolzin, who was the 10th pick in June although he likely stays overseas for at least another season. Need more? Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games? It looks like both will be off the opening-night roster for the fifth consecutive year. But gambles in each of the last two drafts, coupled with the rapid promotion of 2014 and 2015 draftees, have sprung a few leaks in the good ole prospect pool. NYR | OTT | PHI | PIT | SJ | STL It appears for now that power forward Jordan Greenway is the only blue-chip prospect with a serious chance to make the team out of camp. That said, 20-year-old Barrett Hayton is a piece to build a future around. Although rosterspots will be at a premium, the Capitals have proven to be successful when ripening their prospects in the minors before handing them a critical role on a perennial contender. With all that said, and without further ado, heres a look at my final 160 rankings for the 2021 NHL Draft. 1. William Eklund, C/W, Djurgrdens IF (SHL) 2. Owen Power, LHD, Michigan Wolverines (NCAA) 3. Matthew Beniers, C/W, Michigan Wolverines (NCAA) 4. Dylan Guenther, C/W, Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL) 5. Luke Hughes, LHD, USNTDP Juniors (USHL) 6. Trades on the NHL level haven't helped the long-range pipeline scenario for the Coyotes. Outside of Tolvanen and likely four-year collegiate puck mover Dante Fabbro, the kids down on the farm won't be challenging for either top-four or top-six roles any time soon. 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason. The Pirates have probably a top 5 farm system after such a huge draft and the infusion of so much depth at the deadline. Subban trade. 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. Key additions: Philip Broberg (LW), Ilya Konovalov (G),Raphael Lavoie (RW), Joakim Nygard (LW) Vasili Podkolzin is 19 and a powerful, two-way forward who'll reach the NHL sometime in 2020-21. Joseph Veleno made the jump from juniors to the AHL in 2019-20 and scored 11 goals in 54 games. Meanwhile, defensemanNoah Dobson, a 2018 draftee, did arrive on Long Island and appeared in 34 games. NHL Power Rankings: Teams with the best 5-year window By Adam Gretz Aug 23, 2021, 1:53 PM EDT Getty Click to share on Flipboard (Opens in new window) In He may, however, need to make an exception this year; two-way defenseman Rasmus Sandin, the 29th overall pick in 2018, is coming off a splendid rookie reason for the Marlies in which he registered 28 points in only 44 games and added 10 more in the playoffs. And there's also 6'3" left winger, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Also,Pavel Dorofeyevis a solid bet on the wing. Traded/not signed: None. What about 2016 sixth-rounder Eetu Tuulola, who placed in the top five in under-21 scoring in the SM-Liiga? He scored 40 points in 34 games as an NCAA junior and isn't far away. Although the success of the Rangers rebuild is probably a few years from validation, you have to credit GM Jeff Gorton and staff for turning a once-gutted farm system into the leagues premier collection of young talent. The strength of the Hawks' farm system lies within the defense, which is led by four blue-chip rearguards acquired with their top two picks in each of the last two drafts. In goal, Adin Hill has split time between the NHL and AHL the past three seasons, including an NHL shutout in 2018-19. Key additions: None Isn't it amazing how one weekend at the draft can improve an organization's chances at being relevant again? Josh Norris came in a trade for Erik Karlsson and is a fast center with offensive punch and scored 31 goals in the AHL. Go ahead and get their lockers ready. News was more promising out of Sweden, where German-born goal scorer Dominik Bokk was third among SHL teenagers with eight goals and 23 points for Vaxjo. 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. Young players who produced or had a key role andsucceeded in adults leagues such as Swedens SHL, Finlands SM-Liiga and Russias KHL, helped tip the scales in their favor. Current GM Chuck Fletcher has yet to part with any of Philadelphias prized prospects, many of whom should finally advance from the college or junior ranks to Lehigh Valley, which iced one of the AHLs older lineups last year. Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content. 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). Graduations and trades Prospects who were good enough to establish themselves as NHL regulars ultimately impact the depth chart in every direction. A couple of skilled forwards, Owen Tippett andGrigori Denisenko are close to making impacts with the Panthers. Start spreadin' the news. 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