Montreal Canadiens: Riley Kidney, C, Acadie-Bathurst (QMJHL) Falling at number 13 are the Saskatoon Blades, who will return to a first-round selection position for the first time since the 2020 WHL Bantam Draft. 195. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 175 | Shot: L Then the Canucks sent the ninth overall pick to Arizona in the trade that sent Oliver Ekman-Larsson to Vancouver, and now we can officially include Guenther as part of the bounty Arizona received in that deal. Oil Kings add 11 prospects at 2022 WHL Prospects Draft ; #217 Kamloops Blazers: Tyson Moss, D, Port Moody, B.C. ; #113 Portland Winterhawks: Callum Stone, D, Kelowna, B.C. in NHL history, Rangers, Bruins, other Beasts of the East feast on NHL trade deadline, Chasing history in Boston: The numbers behind the Bruins' wild 2022-23 season, McDavid, then who? Can Liv Golfers Play in Majors 2023? 99. Toronto Maple Leafs: Vyacheslav Peksa, Irbis Kazan (Russia Jr.) Ranking: 4 | Nationality: CAN . 17) Red Deer Rebels But that process has just started. Minnesota Wild: Caedan Bankier, C, Kamloops (WHL) For the Canadiens to select him in this draft is calculated and unsettling. Afterward, he takes a quick look and is able to get a pass to a teammate in the home plate area for an opportunity on net., In limited games this season, he has displayed speed and explosiveness that few possess. ; #205 Kelowna Rockets: Eric Han, F, Regina, Sask. Erik Portillo (G) NCAA. Team: Brandon Wheat Kings U15 Stats: 28 GP 58G-50A108 points, #6 Swift Current Broncos He can manipulate the release point, explode a quick snapshot with his weight transfer, all while being absurdly accurate., A steady and typically reliable player off of the puck, Jordan is patient in finding his opportunities. Chicago Blackhawks: Connor Kelley, D, Minnesota-Duluth (NCHC) Western Hockey League completes 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, Western Hockey League completes 2022 WHL U.S. ; #110 Winnipeg ICE: Owen Brees, D, Lethbridge, Alta. St. Louis Blues: Simon Robertsson, RW, Skelleftea (Sweden) ; #308 Winnipeg ICE: Pass. 76. Stats: 26 GP, 2 G, 1 A, How he fits: Swerve! Northern B.C. 173. Vegas Golden Knights: Carl Lindbom, G, Djurgarden Jr. (Sweden Jr.) However, these are the Jets. 2022-2023 regular season player stats for GTHL U14 AA, including top goal scorers, most games played, PPG leaders and more. New York Islanders: Cameron Berg, C, Muskegon (USHL) 171. ; #72 Saskatoon Blades: Maxx Hamelin, F, Winnipeg, Man. 58. Something he is working on adding to his game is adding a dimension to his offensive skillset, now that defenders expect and know him as the shooter, he is mixing in the ability to distribute a pass low to an open teammate for a high-quality chance. 3 overall to the Ducks. Colorado Avalanche: Sean Behrens, D, USA U-18 (NTDP) Name: Braeden Cootes Position: Forward Hometown: Sherwood Park, Alta. ; #44 Calgary Hitmen: Sawyer Mayes, F, Salmon Arm, B.C. Boston Bruins: Andre Gasseau, C, US U-18 (NTDP) ; #102 Regina Pats: Wyatt Stinton, F, Flin Flon, Man. ; #95 Calgary Hitmen: Kale Dach, F, Fort Saskatchewan, Alta. But he has a solid wrist shot in his offensive repertoire and could certainly develop into a top-six forward. But as deep as that pool is, it has more big fish at center and wing than on the blue line. ; #50 Prince George Cougars: Leith Hunter, D, North Vancouver, B.C. 16) Medicine Hat Tigers (from Seattle) Elite Prospects - WHL Bantam Draft 2007 Mikael Granlund (F) NHL. Columbus Blue Jackets: Ben Boyd, LW, Charlottetown (QMJHL) Montreal Canadiens: Oliver Kapanen, C, Kalpa Jr. (Finland Jr.), 65. Pretty good deal huh? ; #263 Edmonton Oil Kings: Jack Toogood, F, Devon, Alta. Name: Cole Temple Position: Forward Hometown: Brandon, Man. 101. Draftpro - Introduction to The 2022 Nhl Draft Class - Whl Eklund gives the Sharks a silky smooth offensive player who also takes care of business at the other end of the rink. ; #127 Red Deer Rebels: Taylor Tabashniuk, G, Regina, Sask. Team: Sioux Falls (USHL) ; #76 Prince Albert Raiders: Jaxon Herchak, D, Waldheim, Sask. Buffalo Sabres: Olivier Nadeau, RW, Shawinigan (QMJHL) 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. Ranking: 20 | Nationality: SWE WHL Clubs prepare for deep 2022 WHL Prospects Draft San Jose Sharks: Theo Jacobsson, C, Modo Jr. (Sweden Jr.) No pressure, Brandt. Cossa stands 6-foot-6 and has good agility in the crease. Given his hockey sense and offensive awareness, there have already been comparisons for Clarke to the kind of impact Adam Fox has had early in his NHL career with the Rangers. Calgary Flames: Lucas Ciona, LW, Seattle (WHL) Manitoba Hockey has helped produce several names likey to be heard in the first round. 150. Johnston fits with the kind of role player GM Jim Nill likes, and he was the 16th-ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting despite not playing last year due to the OHL COVID-19 postponement. Montreal Canadiens: Daniil Sobolev, D, Spartak 2 (Russia Jr.) His decision to recuse himself from the draft, and the reasons behind that decision, undoubtedly would have sent him plummeting down the board. ; #204 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Zachary Larmour, D, Edmonton, Alta. ; #206 Swift Current Broncos: Wesley Olson, F, Chaplin, Sask. Technically his skating is very sound. ; #97 Brandon Wheat Kings: Brady Turko, F, Brandon, Man. He does however get a lot of shots on the net from distance. beginning the process . -- Wyshynski. We are certainly excited about some of the talent that were going to be able to bring into our League., Its a deep year this year, Green added. A total of 70 players from B.C. 102. Team: Rink Hockey Academy Winnipeg U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 9G-26A35 points, #7 Vancouver Giants His top-end speed is still coming along as hes still growing, but the quick bursts to separate in a straight line or cut and create space is impressive. Calgary Flames: Jack Beck, RW, Ottawa (OHL) Instead the Sabres select a terrific offensive forward in Rosen. ; #169 Kelowna Rockets: Jaxen Smyth, F, Red Deer, Alta. Wallstedt has a higher ceiling. ; #90 Tri-City Americans: Jaxen Adam, D, Cochrane, Alta. Detroit Red Wings: Liam Dower Nilsson, C, Frolunda Jr. (Sweden Jr.) There used to be a couple websites that posted pre draft rankings but they seem to be no longer. 119. While the WHL Draft is an exciting day for young players, it is important to realize that many excellent players will not be selected on Draft day. New York Islanders: Tomas Machu, D, Vitkovice Jr. (Czech Jr.) Boston Bruins: Ty Gallagher, D, Boston University (H-East) The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Pre-Show begins with co-hosts Chris Wahl and Taylor Rocca at 8:30 a.m. PDT, with live draft coverage beginning at 9 a.m. PDT. 136. Real-time results will be available at WHL.ca/draft. Now Power joins him as another left-side defenseman who Buffalo can build around in the next decade -- perhaps using the pieces it gets for an eventual Jack Eichel trade, for example. Mintyukov is the . 34. ; #260 Portland Winterhawks: Mario Fate, F, Omaha, Neb. ; #280 Seattle Thunderbirds: Brett Woodard, D, Langley, B.C. The Tri-City Americans will select second, having utilized a second-overall pick on forward Jordan Gavin in 2021. Again, thank you for your followership, and be sure to share and discuss as always. 1 pick Gavin McKenna, who registered. Like Matthew Savoie and Conor Geekie, there are a lot of 2022 NHL Draft eligible prospects to be excited about in the WHL this season. Minnesota Wild: Jack Peart, D, Grand Rapids (High MN) The Medicine Hat Tigers hold the first-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, as determined by the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Lottery on April 21, 2022. ; #112 Tri-City Americans: Kainoah Brankovic, D, Port Coquitlam, B.C. 105. 38. 54. Stats: 26 GP, 9 G, 18 A, How he fits: The Blue Jackets have chased a franchise center for years. 205. Buffalo Sabres: Stiven Sardarian, RW, CSKA-2 (Russia Jr.) 202. 49. Buffalo Sabres: Josh Bloom, LW, Saginaw (OHL) They've only used their first two picks on forwards once since 2014. The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) cares about your privacy. Age: 18 | Ht: 5-11 | Wt: 156 | Shot: L Nashville Predators: Simon Knak, RW, Portland (WHL) NHL trade tracker: Latest deals and grades, NHL trade grades: Sabres smartly buy low on Greenway, NHL trade deadline 2023: Fantasy hockey live reaction, Flyers GM: Red Wings nixed van Riemsdyk trade, Avs' Makar OK'd to return 2nd time from protocol, Wild acquire defenseman Klingberg from Ducks, Sabres add size up front, get Greenway from Wild, Penguins acquire defenseman Kulikov from Ducks, Sources: No discipline for Watson hit on Motte, Surging Bruins fastest to 100 pts. Chicago Blackhawks: Ethan Del Mastro, D, Mississauga (OHL) Given that need, and GM Rob Blake's legacy as a Hall of Fame defenseman, this was one of the draft's most predictable picks. Seattle Kraken: Ryan Winterton, C, Hamilton (OHL) Stats: 12 GP, 6 G, 5 A, Final top 50 prospect rankings -- Wyshynski, Team: Rimouski (QMJHL) Seattle Kraken: Jacob Melanson, RW, Acadie-Bathurst (QMJHL) With added strength and some cleaning up of rather simple errors as he develops, he will turn heads.. He is a creative player who uses his quick hands to create time and space for himself. Here are all 224 picks from the 2021 NHL draft, along with analysis on every Round 1 selection. We believe in fully disclosing the methods to which we collect and use your personal information. Chicago Blackhawks: Jalen Luypen, C, Edmonton (WHL) There were a couple of other options here, but Dean projected to go right around the first-round bubble. The best goalie prospect in the system is already on the roster: Kaapo Kahkonen, 24, was most recently seen exposed in the Seattle expansion draft. 71. ; #33 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Kash Andresen, F, Saskatoon, Sask. Montreal Canadiens: Xavier Simoneau, C, Drummondville (QMJHL) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 60. ; #81 Kelowna Rockets: Jaxon Kehrig, F, Tisdale, Sask. Bolduc needs to develop an NHL frame and isn't among the first round's better skaters. CAMERON SCHMIDT AUDIO Pittsburgh Penguins: Kirill Tankov, C, Ska-Varyagi (Russia Jr.) Nice pick. Whether it be slowing up to set up the breakout or identifying a quick opportunity for an exit and rush. 55. Hockey Albertas leading light for the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft may well be Calgary defenceman Jackson Smith, who registered 38 points (15G-23A) with Edge School U15 in 2021-22, adding 13 more points in four playoff appearances before being named a First Team All-Star at the Alberta Cup last month. The Nashville Predators, at No. -- Wyshynski, Team: Gatineau (QMJHL) Players who went undrafted and went on to become WHL and NHL stars include: Jamie Benn Shane Doan Tyler Ennis Jarome Iginla Shea Weber, 107 WHL GP 174 WHL GP 245 WHL GP 183 WHL GP 190 WHL GP, 866 NHL GP 1, 540 NHL GP 643 NHL GP 1, 554 NHL GP 1, 038 NHL GP. Becoming a true dual-threat from the left wall should be a priority for him to ensure defenders at the next level are kept on their toes., Gavin shows subtle and mature plays when he gets possession in his own zone. Elite Prospects - WHL Bantam Draft 2022 Vancouver Canucks: Jonathan Myrenberg, D, Linkoping Jr. (Sweden Jr.) 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. 200. Los Angeles Kings: Kirill Kirsanov, D, St. Petersburg (Russia) Stats: 16 GP, 3 G, 1 A, How he fits: Olausson is a player with a big shot and solid puck control skills, but most importantly, he plays a 200-foot game. But GM Doug Armstrong correctly snags a center here, which is an area of need in the Blues' rather shallow prospect pool. San Jose Sharks: Benjamin Gaudreau, G, Sarnia (OHL) Stats: 8 GP, 4 G, 7 A, How he fits: The Jackets went with forwards in their first two picks, so GM Jarmo Kekalainen completes his hat trick of first-round picks with a defenseman. Dangerous off scrambles, from the top of the circle, off the wall, and on the rush (especially as the trail). Stats: 40 GP, 11 G, 12 A, How he fits: This is the first top-10 pick the Sharks have had since taking Timo Meier at No. Dallas Stars: Ayrton Martino, LW, Omaha (USHL) Stats: 51 GP, 48 G, 37 A, How he fits: Yet another place where many felt goalies Jesper Wallstedt or Sebastian Cossa could have been selected. ; #233 Saskatoon Blades: Colten Worthington, F, Brandon, Man. 9) Prince George Cougars Offensively he can drive the bus in transition or provide fantastic support off the rush. -- Wyshynski, Team: Edmonton (WHL) Two Abbotsford talent and a total of 10 players from the Yale Hockey Academy in Abbotsford were selected in the Western Hockey League Prospect Draft, which took place on Thursday (May 19). ; #196 Kelowna Rockets: Kyler Beechinor, D, Bentley, Alta. The players selected at this year's Bantam Draft will fill the prospects portion of their team's WHL protected list. 180. Carolina Hurricanes: Joel Nystrom, D, Farjestad (Sweden) Jordan is one of, if not, the purest sniper in the upcoming draft. Beniers is a great building block for the NHL's newest franchise. Anaheim Ducks: Tyson Hinds, D, Rimouski (QMJHL) ; #91 Victoria Royals: Caleb Matthews, F, Calgary, Alta. 80. Luke Hughes may not have the offensive dynamism that Quinn Hughes does, but his solid two-way game will be an asset to the Devils as he joins Ty Smith among the next-wave defensemen. -- Wyshynski, Team: Chicago (USHL) 3) Victoria Royals New Jersey Devils: Jakub Malek, G, Vsetin (Czech-2) Hey, the Red Wings know from trying to build from the Swedish defensemen out. A member of the Canadian Hockey League, the WHL has been a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League for over 50 years. Following the Sabres in Round 1 were the Seattle Kraken, who just completed their full expansion draft and then made their first ever draft pick at No. Pittsburgh Penguins: Daniel Laatsch, D, Sioux City (USHL) 174. New York Islanders: Tristan Lennox, G, Saginaw (OHL) Ranking: 18 | Nationality: CAN ; #141 Regina Pats: Samuel Laplante, D, Okotoks, Alta. With the 65 th overall selection, the Oil Kings drafted right-winger Presley Kerner. CTRL + SPACE for auto-complete. ; #214 Seattle Thunderbirds: Brayden Holberton, F, Sparwood, B.C. Team: Yale Hockey Academy U15 Stats: 30 GP 29G-38A67 points, #11 Lethbridge Hurricanes Age: 18 | Ht: 6-0 | Wt: 187 | Shot: L 79. 18) Portland Winterhawks He is a great exponent of passing teammates open, slicing through layers of defence., Defensively Tansem is also very sound. A total of 240 players were selected by 22 WHL Clubs during the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft on Thursday. Age: 17 | Ht: 6-2 | Wt: 184 | Shot: L Ask Steve Yzerman. But Boucher was the 25th ranked North American skater as ranked by Central Scouting. ; #183 Kelowna Rockets: Jake DeMone, D, Lethbridge, Alta. ; #37 Seattle Thunderbirds: Kaleb Hartmann, F, Langley, B.C. Alberta led all provincial branches with 83 players selected. Forward Cole Temple led the Winnipeg AAA League in points in 2021-22, scoring 58 times and adding 50 assists as a member of the Brandon U15 Wheat Kings. ; #105 Red Deer Rebels: Reece Gault, D, Oakbank, Man. skated in 30 games with Burnaby Winter Club U15 Prep this past season, registering 19 points (2G-17A). #89 Medicine Hat Tigers: Jack Kachkowski, D, St. Albert, Alta. 164. This year's class of prospects came in with little consensus as per rankings and evaluations, thanks to uneven -- or nonexistent -- seasons for many junior, collegiate and/or international leagues amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 178 | Shot: R, How he fits: Interesting pick. ; #99 Calgary Hitmen: Parker MacDougall, F, Victoria, B.C. ; #46 Tri-City Americans: Savin Virk, F, Surrey, B.C. 20) Everett Silvertips Dallas Stars: Albert Sjoberg, RW, Sodertalje (Sweden Jr.) Stats: 27 GP, 10 G, 19 A, How he fits: It's a little bit of a reach for the Blues here. WHL to Host 2022 U.S. Priority and Prospect Drafts this Week Before you dive in, as a team we thank you for your readership and support. Columbus Blue Jackets: Stanislav Svozil, D, Brno (Czech) 85. Hold onto your britches and jockstraps, as weve got one name here sure to keep you talking for at least a while, maybe an omission that will do the same? Hes dynamic, smart, and hes very good with the puck.. ; #274 Prince Albert Raiders: Pass; #275 Lethbridge Hurricanes: Lucas Hvidston, F, Tisdale, Sask. New York Rangers: Kalle Vaisanen, LW, TPS (Finland) 113. Anaheim has a solid foundation building with forward Trevor Zegras, defenseman Jamie Drysdale and now McTavish. Everett, by virtue of finishing with the third-best overall record in the 2021-22 regular season, will select 20th overall in the first round. Name: William Sharpe Position: Defence Hometown: Delta, B.C. -- Wyshynski, Team: Barrie (OHL) Blueliner Peyton Kettles brings a 6-foot-3 frame into this years draft, tallying 35 points in 30 CSSHL games for the Rink Academy Winnipeg U15 squad. 1 overall in 2018, hasn't quite leveled up to franchise defenseman status yet, but he's only 21 years old. Teams will immediately begin speaking with the families of the players, and work with them on bringing the newly selected prospects to development camps, as well as the full training camp for the team. 121. 73. ; #286 Winnipeg ICE: Griffin Wright, G, Edmonton, Alta. Washington Capitals: Haakon Hanelt, C, Eisbaren Berlin (Germany) The Giants acquired first-round picks from both the Edmonton Oil Kings and Winnipeg ICE at the WHL Trade Deadline in January in transactions involving forward Justin Sourdif and defenceman Tanner Brown, respectively. Team: Michigan (Big Ten) The Tigers boast the first-overall selection in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, marking the first time in 23 years that Medicine Hat holds the number-one pick. #155 Everett Silvertips: Remy Hlady, F, Tyndall, Man. San Jose Sharks: Artem Guryev, D, Lindsay (OJHL) Arizona Coyotes: Manix Landry, C, Gatineau (QMJHL) 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). About the Western Hockey League 75. 190. 92. Jordan Martin of Abbotsford was the highest-chosen Abbotsford product, as the defenseman was ranked 41st overall by the Saskatoon Blades, in the second round. While the WHL Draft is the first opportunity for teams to select graduating U15 players, it is not the last chance for a player to be listed or recruited by a WHL Club. ; #103 Kelowna Rockets: Nathan Kam, G, Burnaby, B.C. 47. ; #32 Prince Albert Raiders: Ryan Gower, D, McCreary, Man. Savoie was the top pick in his WHL Bantam Draft after applying for and being denied exceptional status to play at the . Jonathan Quick (G) NHL. The 2021 NHL draft is complete, and we have tracked all 224 picks over two days and seven rounds, starting with the Buffalo Sabres' selection at No. Perhaps trading down to where they thought he'd end up would be too much of a guessing game for the Senators. For those players not selected, they will still have the opportunity to attend a WHL Training Camp and play in the League in the near future. presented with the opportunity to make two draft choices. ; #88 Winniepg ICE: Ashton Brown, F, Sherwood Park, Alta. Also Read- Liam Highfield: Net Worth, Illness, Cuetracker, Snooker, Highfield Hair. Ranking: 22 | Nationality: RUS Patrick Kane (F) NHL. 181. 2022 WHL Prospects Draft First Round Order of Selection Players not selected in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft will remain eligible to be listed by WHL Clubs at any time thereafter. The following video displays much of his tremendous offensive skill, but also a couple of shifts that demonstrate his battle on the walls and work ethic on the penalty kill. 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Results First Round, #1 Medicine Hat Tigers 154. 111. Washington Capitals: Vincent Iorio, D, Brandon (WHL) But the Flames opted for Coronato, a player with an absolute nose for the net as a goal scorer. ; #83 Red Deer Rebels: Carter Cole, F, Edam, Sask. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-3 | Wt: 214 | Catch: L 61. The consensus number-one pick in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft is from Whitehorse, Yukon, which falls under the jurisdiction of BC Hockey. 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. Detroit Red Wings: Pasquale Zito, LW, Windsor (OHL) Edmonton Oilers: Jake Chiasson, C, Brandon (WHL) He has a terrific shot and plays an aggressive brand of offense, tallying 46 points in 31 games last season for the Sioux Falls Stampede. ; #29 Calgary Hitmen: Wyatt Pisarczyk, D, Airdrie, Alta. Anaheim Ducks: Olen Zellweger, D, Everett (WHL) DRAFT RECAP: Silvertips pick up nine players in 2022 WHL Prospects 201. Los Angeles Kings: Samuel Helenius, C, JYP (Finland) Has most of the physical tools to be a force at the next level. ; #117 Calgary Hitmen: Connor Bear, F, Whitewood, Sask. 50. Calgary Flames: Cole Jordan, D, Moose Jaw (WHL) That Edmonton was still able to get the player it wanted after trading down two spots is a nice piece of business for GM Ken Holland. Sherwood Parks Braeden Cootes, meanwhile, enjoyed life on the West Coast this year. There weren't many mocks that had him in the first round, but GM Bill Zito clearly felt there was no point in trading down. 128. 67. The 2022 WHL Prospects Draft Pre-Show begins with co-hosts Chris Wahl and Taylor Rocca at 8:30 a.m. PDT, with live draft coverage beginning at 9 a.m. PDT. 123. Name: Jackson Smith Position: Defence Hometown: Calgary, Alta. Vegas Golden Knights: Daniil Chayka, D, CSKA (Russia) Carolina Hurricanes: Ville Koivunen, RW, Karpat Jr. (Finland Jr.) ; #132 Winnipeg ICE: Jace Egland, F, Eastend, Sask. Defender Chloe Primerano became the first woman skater selected in any Canadian Hockey League selection draft Thursday when she was chosen by the Vancouver Giants. ; #49 Spokane Chiefs: Hayden Paupanekis, F, Winnipeg, Man. Another two in the third round. The Sharks don't exactly have a robust prospect pool and don't have anyone at the forward spot at the caliber of Eklund. Boston Bruins: Philip Svedeback, G, Vaxjo Jr. (Sweden Jr.) 94. Ceulemans plays strong in his own end, but he's also a strong skater and has an affinity for shooting the puck. His decisions are all calculated and he exploits open space like no other player in the draft. 4) Calgary Hitmen Tampa Bay Lightning: Roman Schmidt, D, Kitchener (OHL), 97. He has the tools for become a No. 82. Team: Rink Hockey Academy U15 Prep Stats: 30 GP 33G-48A81 points, #19 Vancouver Giants ; #152 Vancouver Giants: Liam Magnuson, D, Calgary, Alta; #153 Seattle Thunderbirds: Ryan Ulmer, F, Regina, Sask. Has the end of the John Tortorella era ushered in a more offensive era? Age: 18 | Ht: 6-1 | Wt: 185 | Shot: R Name: Aaron Obobaifo Position: Forward Hometown: Calgary, Alta. New York Islanders: Aleksi Malinen, D, JYP (Finland) Name: Julien Maze Position: Forward Hometown: Edmonton, Alta. #45 Medicine Hat Tigers: Matt Paranych, D, Edmonton, Alta. Get the lowdown on Gavin McKenna courtesy of the RE/MAX Report with WHL Manager of Hockey Operations Taylor Green. Tansem has a great trajectory as a prolific offensive defenceman who is going to be very reliable in his own end. 165. ; #42 Swift Current Broncos: Ty Coupland, F, North Vancouver, B.C. Age: 18 | Ht: 6-4 | Wt: 198 | Shot: L ; #56 Brandon Wheat Kings: Emerson Clark, D, Saskatoon, Sask. is also set to be represented by forward Cameron Schmidt of Prince George, who skated with Rink Kelownas U15 side this season compiling an eye-popping 25 goals in just 13 appearances.