He snapped a 4-4 tie at 19:52 of the third period. 2022 NHL DRAFT. 10. text. What Can Red Wings Fans Expect From the 8th Overall Pick? Mateychuk is incredibly skilled and plays at a high tempo without sacrificing defense, making him the ideal modern defenseman. Joakim Kemell, RW, JYP (Fin. Geekie has a fair amount of risk to his game due to his average at best skating ability. James Fisher . . More of an accuracy shooter than a power shooter. Sam Cosentino breaks down his February edition of 2022 NHL Draft prospect rankings, as Shane Wright takes the top spot for the fifth straight month. Nolan Joyce, RHD, St. Sebastians School (USHS-Prep), 132. 6. NHL MOCK DRAFT. Zachary Bookman, RHD, Brooks Bandits (AJHL) overager, 118. Give Seminoff the puck and hell ensure that your team at is at least able to generate some offense off of the rush.. Still, the skill in his game makes me think that some team will take a chance on him, even if its later than where he was projected to go. So far youve been introduced to eight WHL Prospects that will all hope to hear their names called in the 2022 NHL Draft. Last season he played his rookie WHL season for Saskatoon and had a solid year, posting 17 points (eight goals, nine assists) in 24 games. Matthew Seminoff has made quite the name for himself on a talented Kamloops Blazers roster that boasts three potential draft picks at the 2022 NHL draft. Following the draft I will also likely look at where we went right and where we went wrong. Mocks. Mayorov fashioned a 14-10-2 record, 2.16 goals-against average and .931 save percentage in 32 appearances with Togliatti in the 2021-22 season. George Fegaras, D, North York Rangers (OJHL), 96. Below is a. In 2019-20 he played for the Canmore Eagles in the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) where he came top five in points for 16-year-olds, scoring 25 points (12 goals, 13 assists) in 46 games. The only players remaining still on the Blazers and Tigers roster are Dru Krebs, while Caeden Bankier & Matthew Seminoff. Luca Pinelli, Matthew Mania, Denver Barkey, Joey Willis, Easton Cowan, Nick Lardis, Angus MacDonell. 2022 NHL Draft Tracker: Matthew Seminoff Matthew Seminoff has made quite the name for himself on a talented Kamloops Blazers roster that boasts three potential draft picks at the 2022 NHL draft. His hands are soft and quick, which allows him to control the puck well in tight traffic. F Matthew Seminoff opened and closed the scoring as his Kamloops Blazers got past the visiting Prince George Cougars, 5-4. . Theres something to be said about a player that never gives up on the play. . While Juraj Slafkovsky has been rumoured as a potential first overall pick, there seems to still only be one Wright choice for the Canadiens who ironically have the first overall selection as the host members of the draft. Ryan Abraham, C, Windsor Spitfires (OHL), 107. Third time should be a charm for the Steelheads forward who got a look with the Toronto Marlies at one point as well. Brayden Schuurman, RW, Victoria Royals (WHL), 110. Mateychuk is one of those players that could either go in the top 20 or fall out of the first round entirely depending on who you ask. Its entirely doable, but if Geekies skating stays where its at, its likely that he is limited as a bottom six NHL forward. Carolina Hurricanes Schedule, Roster, News, and Rumors | Canes Country, He Said It: Jesse Puljujarvi on trade to Carolina. Round # Player . He never seems stuck or locked into a play in the offensive end. Connor Kurth, RW, Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL) overager, 128. The Dallas Stars then took forward Matthew Seminoff with the 179th pick. Matthew Seminoff is ascending. His 60 points were the most by an Otters defenseman since Darren Raddysh in 2016-17 (81 points in 62 GP). Maverick Lamoureaux, RHD, Drummondville Voltigeurs (QMJHL), 61. I dont see Ward becoming a perennial 20+ goal scorer, but I do see him becoming a 30-40 point player if he does reach the NHL. In 2019-20 he played for the Eastman Selects U18 AAA Team in the Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League (MU18HL) where he averaged a point per game, notching 30 points (13 goals, 17 assists) in 30 games. OTTAWA SENATORS: MATTHEW SAVOIE, C, WINNIPEG (WHL) Only three players exceeded 20 goals for Ottawa in 2021, so the Senators elect to draft WHL center Matthew Savoie. Born 2003-12-27 in Coquitlam, British Columbia. Bryce McConnell-Barker, C, Sault Ste. Last season with Winnipeg, the left-handed center averaged just under a point per game notching 23 points (nine goals, 14 assists) in 24 games, which was good enough to lead all 2022 NHL Draft eligible prospects in points. FILIP HRONEK - Hronek (upper body) won't return to Tuesday's game versus the Senators. That said, as one of my colleagues at THW Matt Zator would say, this year is another year that could be all over the place especially once you get past the top three. Some team is going to pick Geekie a little higher than he probably should go due to his size and natural scoring ability. Dowhaniuk (6-0, 158), is a left-handed defenseman who is currently the 50th ranked prospect overall on the 2022 DraftPro preliminary rankings list. The 2022-23 Dallas Stars season is the 56th season for National Hockey League franchise that was established on June 5, . The 18-year-old had 57 points (26 goals and 31 assists) in 64 games and followed it up with nine points (six goals and three assists) in the playoffs. The 2022 draft has a clear cut number one player in Shane Wright, with a decent crop of players rounding out the first round. Kocha Delic, C, Sudbury Wolves (OHL), 101. Ward and Lisowsky are both undersized forwards but theyre better with the puck and better skaters than Gustafson, at least in my eyes. Drafted by Dallas Stars - round 6 #179 overall 2022 NHL Entry Draft Regular Season Playoffs; Season Team Lge GP G A Pts PIM +/-GP G A Pts PIM; 2019-20: Kamloops Blazers: WHL: 48: 5 . From David Jirek, who suffered an injury early in the year that cost him a little ground to players like Frank Nazar III, Brad Lambert and Ivan Miroshnichenko who could go in the top-10 or could fall into the 20 to 25 range depending on what teams are looking for. He never seems stuck or locked into a play in the offensive end. He was selected 36th overall in the second round of the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft by the Calgary Hitmen. . Could there be a trade brewing between the Calgary Flames and Carolina Hurricanes? Savoie is currently ranked as the third overall prospect on the 2022 DraftPro preliminary rankings list. Ivan Zhigalov, G, Sherbrooke Phoenix (QMJHL), 153. Independent scouting for NHL, QMJHL, OHL, WHL, USHL and NCAA teams Photo Credit: Allen Douglas / Kamloops Blazers Scouting Report written by Matthew Somma When I first started watching the Kamloops Blazers this season, I was more focused on what Mats Lindgren and Fraser Minten were doing. Boston Bruins Reid Dyck, G Rounding out the top 10 are two prospects that play for the Kamloops Blazers, who could both be risers this season. Pretty huge gap if you ask me. The NHL draft was hosted in Montreal from its inception in 1963 until 1984 before it was moved to a different city annually, beginning with Toronto in 1985. DallasStars.com is the official Web site of DSE Hockey Club, L.P. Lindgren (5-11, 165), is a left-handed defenseman who was selected seventh overall in the first round of the 2019 WHL Bantam Draft by the Kamloops Blazers. In fact, there are names that didnt even crack my top 224 prospects that could still get a serious look by some clubs on Thursday when the draft kicks off. I dont think theres a lot to write home about defensively, but hes smart enough to pickpocket the odd puck or intercept the odd pass to change over possession, Neumeier said. It was ambitious, but Lindgren proved last season that he could be a top producer and looked the part early on. He contributes on both special teams units, being slightly more effective on the penalty kill. Winnipeg ICE (35-6-1-0) 3. Seminoff will also gain valuable experience due to the fact Kamloops will be hosting the 2023 Memorial Cup. Betting Leaders. . . As a member of the OHL champion Bulldogs, White recorded nine points (two goals, seven assists) in 10 postseason games. I see him being a distributor on the back end, making plays and setting up teammates for goals rather than becoming an elite shooter. Tyler Brennan, G, Prince George Cougars (WHL), 92. He got off to a slow start as a rookie with Kamloops, producing 15 points (five goals, 10 assists) in 48 games. Connor McGrath, C, Humboldt Broncos (SJHL), 137. The offensive part of his game is close to NHL ready, but I dont love his defensive zone play and his defensive issues have only been magnified over the course of the season. Janni Nyman, LW, Ilves U20 (SM-sarja), 134. As Ive seen with a variety of skaters in the past, the players that know when to slow the game down and make the simple play instead of the flashy one are the ones that make it to the NHL. Theres a very real possibility that the Winnipeg ICE could have two top-10 picks in this draft. If Lisowsky can put another solid season this year under his belt, he is definitely a prospect that can rise up the draft ranking boards. So with those reasons in mind, I left Gustafson out of the top ten. Quebec Remparts (37-6-1-2)2. In fact, Im on the fence as to whether Id draft him at all. Mats Lindgren and Matthew Seminoff will likely hear theirs in Montreal over the next couple days. All Rights Reserved. He never comes at you the same way on the rush. David Goyette, C, Sudbury Wolves (OHL), 60. DYLAN STROME - Strome signed a five-year, $25 million contract extension Friday. One prospect that will give Savoie a run for his money as being the top WHL prospect this season is his Winnipeg Ice teammate, center Conor Geekie. Prospect. Matthew Seminoff 2021-22 Team: Kamloops Blazers (WHL) Date of Birth: Dec. 27, 2003 Place of Birth: Leesburg, VA Ht: 5-foot-11 Wt: 183 pounds Shoots: Right Position: Right Wing NHL Draft. His feistiness and willingness to engage physically go in and out, and his lack of size and strength will be something that causes problems for him at higher levels.. If any notable rankings were missed, please let us know and we will adjust our consolidated rankings accordingly. Jake Livanavage, LHD, Chicago Steel (USHL), 91. Matthew Seminoff is a forward who plays the game with a ton of energy and is very well-rounded. Im fairly high on him because of the fact that there are so few defensemen around that can make as much of an impact on a shift by shift basis as he can, but I can see why people dont love him either. Im not sure if I see second-line skill, which likely means that hell be a third line player at best in the NHL. The off-puck instincts boost both his shooting and passing games, often picking the best play instantaneously. He also appeared in 11 games with Leksand's junior team, earning seven points (three goals, four assists). That determination to get better was reflected in Seminoffs massive improvement from his rookie season in 2019-20, where he put up only five goals and 15 points in 48 games, to his last two campaigns where hes recorded 37 goals and 73 points in 86 games. Eric Alarie, LW, Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL), 122. He shouldve been drafted last season, but was once again passed over. It's going to be our most ambitious guide yet, with 225-plus players profiled, and individual team pages included. His dad Craig also played in the WHL in the early 90s for the Brandon Wheat Kings and Spokane Chiefs. Canes at Golden Knights: Preview and Storm Advisory. Important: An official team/league url or a team document must be provided for us to update player stats. Hes the most complete draft eligible defenseman in the WHL and it wouldnt surprise me if hes the second WHL defenseman drafted this summer. Its fine in the WHL, but eventually hes going to get to the point where his skating is below average and he wont be able to run over the competition anymore. Markus Vidicek, C, Halifax Mooseheads (QMJHL), 121. For context on how clear cut Wrights first overall selection is, four players were ranked second on at least one board. Topias Leinonen, G, JYP U20 (SM-sarja), 148. 8. Lisowsky (5-8, 177), was taken ninth overall in the first round of the 2019 WHL Bantam Draft by the Saskatoon Blades. Watch for Ernst to get more playing time this season with Kamloops as he tries to improve his draft stock in the lead up to the 2022 NHL Draft. Conors older brother Morgan has spent time in the NHL with the Carolina Hurricanes and now the Seattle Kraken. Ten players received at least one top-five ranking, 17 received at least one top-10 ranking, and 57 received at least one top-32 ranking. . Avery Hayes, C/RW, Hamilton Bulldogs (OHL), Related: 2022 NHL Entry Draft Top 10 OHL Prospects, 124. I think Bichsel is going to be a pretty solid . I had high expectations for Korchinski considering a few outlets had him ranked as a late first round talent, but he has done little to warrant those rankings in my eyes. After about the fifth pick in this draft, its safe to say its open season on how things will unfold. Get access to our unique free agency lists and many more premium features, He identifies space proactively and times his movements into it. He registered 16 points (11 goals, 5 assists) in 22 games. Hnatiuk went on to say more good things about Geekie, He can move well with the puck in tight, high pressure areas and comes out with it on the other side. Some scouting reports have him mentioned as a player who has the potential rise in this draft class. Seminoff is one of those players that is relentless on the forecheck and a scoring threat any time hes on the ice. But for me, there are too many holes in his overall game for me to rank him in the first round. And if the players skating is only average, its a tough hurdle to overcome if that player wants to reach the NHL. His work ethic is off the charts, not only on the ice but off of it as well. Few players in the WHL are as creative and dangerous in the offensive zone as Savoie. However, since the rankings Ive taken the time to watch more of Seminoffs game. Geekie plays a strong two-way game and has developed as a playmaker for the ICE this season, with 22 assists in his first 23 games of the season. Seminoff played for the Burnaby Winter Club in 2017-18 when he registered 25 points (12 goals, 13 assists) in 30 games with the Under-15 squad. WHL prospects in the Lightning system include Niko Huuhtanen, Gage Goncalves, Jack Finley and Jaydon Dureau. Now, he is finding success in the Blazers top-six, which consists of Dallas Stars top prospect Logan Stankoven and Minnesota Wild prospect Caedan Bankier. Zandee is currently the 39th ranked prospect overall on the 2022 DraftPro preliminary rankings list. As the competition gets stronger, Geekie will have to improve on his skating and work towards making other improvements in his game. Seminoff is a skilled, fast, versatile forward who rose through the ranks of the Burnaby Winter Club and was ultimately selected in the fifth round of the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft. Franchise Hockey Manager, Drafted 2018, 5 #93 overall by Kamloops Blazers in the WHL Bantam Draft, 2022 NHL Entry Draft: Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. Defensively, Korchinski can struggle one on one since he isnt confident in his backwards skating speed, meaning that he can get burnt on the rush. He can think of ways to create offense quicker than most and can execute on those plays with astonishing precision. Ludvig Jansson, RHD, Sdertlje SK (HockeyAllsvenskan), 94. Tucker Robertson, C/RW, Peterborough Petes (OHL), 115. Matthew Somma (@Mattsomma12) January 25, 2022 Seminoff's hockey sense is average to above average. His stats with the Burnaby Winter Club made it clear that Seminoff would be able to find success at the major junior level as well as pro. Seminoff looks to finish the season off with the Blazers and anticipates a long postseason. The only players remaining still on the Blazers and Tigers roster are Dru Krebs, while Caeden Bankier & Matthew Seminoff. Enter Search Term. Only five of the top 14 ranked players on our consolidated board play in North America. Enter Search Term. Ranked #90 by TSN/Craig Button, 2022 NHL Entry Draft: DRAFT ROUND: 6. [RELATED: Get to know more about Mayorov]. All rights reserved, DRAFTPRO INTRODUCTION TO THE 2022 NHL DRAFT CLASS WHL, DRAFTPRO INTRODUCTION TO THE 2022 NHL DRAFT CLASS OHL. Ive watched five of Seminoffs games this season and three from last season, and every time Ive come away impressed with the player and his compete level. Founded in 2009, The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. At the time of our preliminary rankings, Seminoff was a player that stood out to me but one that I felt was a little overshadowed on a very good team. Matthew Savoie, a Canadian center for the Winnipeg Ice of the Western Hockey League (WHL), tops our 2022 Preliminary DraftPro list of WHL prospects. The right-shot forward who turns 18 on Dec. 27 is tied for second in Kamloops Blazers' scoring, with 28 points, including 12 goals, in 20 games career-high. Guides . While Mateychuk likes to play with a ton of pace and cycle through the zone, Lindgren likes to slow the game down, force the defense to make a mistake, and then make a perfect pass to a teammate for scoring chances. Pavel Mintyukov, LHD, Saginaw Spirit (OHL), 16. Founded in 2009, The Hockey Writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks as well as all other proprietary materials depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective NHL teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. -EliteProspects 2022 NHL Draft Guide NHL, the NHL Shield, the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup and NHL Conference logos are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. He is able to think/read the game at a high pace and play continuously at it. Below is a review of all six picks from the two-day draft at Bell Centre in Montreal. But still, his puck tracking ability is superb and he can stop a lot of shots. Ben MacDonald, C, Noble & Greenough (HIGH-MA). Cole Kessler, F, Culver Military Academy Prep (USHS-Prep), 133. These are three defensemen to definitely watch for this WHL season who all currently sit inside the top 60 on the 2022 DraftPro preliminary rankings. 5 Hockey Players Who Could Be Dealt By 2022 NHL Trade Deadline. Hes absolutely worth a draft pick because if he improves on the few holes in his game, he could be an NHL backup or even a starter. - Connect directly with players, coaches, teams, scouts and agents (optional) We ranked Lindgren 36th in our preliminary rankings. 2021-22 Team: Kamloops Blazers (WHL)Date of Birth: Dec. 27, 2003Place of Birth: Leesburg, VAHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 183 poundsShoots: RightPosition: Right WingNHL Draft Eligibility: 2022 first-year eligible. Get hyped for the Dylan Coghlan tribute video as the Canes start a quick two-game swing through the Southwest. (Error Code: 100013) Watch more 2022 nhl draft on WHL TV More News prince albert raiders whl player of the week Matthew Seminoff is a 19 year old right wing who was born on Dec. 27, 2003. Jumping up to the forward position here are three prospects to keep an eye on this season. Matthew Seminoff contract, cap hit, salary cap, lifetime earnings, aav, advanced stats and NHL transaction history. Fraser Minten, Joshua Davies and Reid Dyck missed the cut. Speaking with Hnatiuk about Lindgren he had this to say, As a quick-footed, agile, two-way defender, he possesses elite skating ability and edge work. CBA The offense runs through him and his skating is elite, giving him the ability to get back on defense to nullify a rush if he gets caught pinching. July 8, 2022 MONTREAL -- With the 179th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, the Stars selected Matthew Seminoff from Kamloops of the Western Hockey League (WHL). 2022 NHL Draft Rankings: Forbes' Top 160 Final Rankings July 7, 2022 by Andrew Forbes Forbes' Top 64 Rankings - January Forbes' Top 96 Rankings - March It's been another long year of hockey. He was originally a fifth-round pick by Kamloops in the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft, so the fact he has turned himself into a legitimate NHL prospect speaks to his work ethic. There are moments where I can see why people are high on Korchinski. With as much raw talent that is available over the course of this draft, Seminoff looks to be one of the more complete forwards representing the WHL outside of the first round. David Gucciardi, D, Michigan State University (NCAA) overager, 152. Ward can play at just as high of a pace and can make plays, which is something Lisowsky cant do. - Premium Design on your profile page (optional) Geekie has a smooth, long stride that propels him with very good top speed. He joins Fraser Minten and Mats Lindgren, who heard their names called earlier in the day.. Artyom Barabosha, RHD, Krasnaja Armiya Moskva (MHL), 109. - Verification Badge on your profile, 2022-23 AHL/ECHL/USHL/WHL/OHL/QMJHL stats powered by, Post a scouting report/trivia/player comment in English (visible here), 2022 round 6 #179 overall by Dallas Stars. I love watching Lisowsky go to work in the offensive zone. Jagger Firkus, RW, Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL), 45. Calle Odelius, LHD, Djurgrdens IF J20 (J20 Nationell), 32. Savoie is fantastic and a consistent threat when hes on the ice. Owen Beck, C, Mississauga Steelheads (OHL), 29. Juraj Slafkovsky, LW, TPS Turku (Liiga), 7. Copyright Draft Prospects Hockey. The rankings are below. Liam hgren, LW, Djurgrdens IF J20 (J20 Nationell), 20. Savoie makes everyone on his team better, and while I havent seen the highest level of his play just yet, Im fairly confident that hell be an excellent NHL player. Seminoff at four is bold considering the fact that he didnt make Smahts preliminary rankings or Honorable Mentions list. His hands are soft and quick, which allows him to control the puck well in tight traffic. Cameron Lund, C, Green Bay Gamblers (USHL), 143. Matthew Seminoff is set to show off his skills in front of professional scouts, coaches and general managers when he suits up for the 2022 CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game on March 23. Matthew Somma from Smaht Scouting points out, The Pipeline: A conversation with Matthew Seminoff, NHL Rumors: Canucks, Predators, Ducks, Maple Leafs, Oilers. Wiesblatt (5-8, 184), A shifty, forward attacking player who loves to carry the puck up the ice, says Hnatiuk. Very shifty edge to edge, loves to get involved offensively, the prototypical modern D-man (he's even lined up at FW this year). Seminoff was named to the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in March where he played for Team Red. Matthew Seminoff fills a need for Vegas here. Matthew Seminoff - RW - Kamloops - 2023 NHL Draft Profile and Stats. With the NHL trade deadline approaching, lets take a look at what might be leaving Carolina in a potential trade. Consolidated midterm 2022 NHL Draft rankings. Quinn Finley, LW, Madison Capitals (USHL), 157. Aleksanteri Kaskimki, C, HIFK (Liiga), 74. (beginning with the 2022 Lottery). Seminoff, who hails from Leesburg, Virginia, and lived there until he was about six years old before making the move to British Columbia, has taken the rankings by storm as of late. He made his WHL debut during the 2019-20 season, which was abruptly cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Speed kills in the NHL, and Seminoff has it in spades. I mean, he will, but I think his skating and poise with the puck should signify a slightly higher selection for the defenceman. Ive watched Seminoff over the past three seasons and the growth in his game over that span has been stellar, FCHockey head Western scout Derek Neumeier said. MONTREAL -- With the 179th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, the Stars selected Matthew Seminoff from Kamloops of the Western Hockey League (WHL). I'm embracing the moment.". Player ranking. Brennan is a goaltender with excellent positioning and excellent coverage of the top half of the net. First off, Korchinskis straight line speed is above average and he likes to carry the puck in transition, something that we see modern defensemen do. Seminoff, who also had an assist, got his 21st goal at 4:39 of the first period, for a 1-0 lead. That said, theres a ton of options. Take control of your EliteProspects profile! The players who are really determined, have a high work ethic, a high level of commitment and determination and willingness to figure out a way to get better, they seem to do that and Semi is a guy who is incredibly committed to getting better.. Seminoff, 18, scored a career-high 26 goals with the Blazers last season and finished fifth on the team with 57 points in 64 games. Things in . Thursday, December 29, 2022. A top tier power forward with incredible skills.. Youre getting a triple threat scorer that can beat you with his shot, playmaking, and hockey sense. Matthew Seminoff, RW, Kamloops (WHL) 112. Head to Head since the 1996-97 season the Tigers have a 26-22--1 record and are 14-8-0-1 at home against Kamloops. This shouldnt come as much of a surprise considering the fact that Savoie currently sits as the consensus number two pick in the draft, right behind Shane Wright. . Conor is a more polished version of his older brother, Morgan, providing offense with an elite shot and puck-handling combo. ANTHONY STOLARZ - Stolarz (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, per CapFriendly. Isaac Howard, LW, U.S. National U18 Team (USDP), 27. Mateychuk was taken 11th overall in the first round of the 2019 WHL Bantam Draft by the Moose Jaw Warriors. Should the Red Wings Trade Tyler Bertuzzi. Mateychuk (5-11, 186), is a left-handed offensive defenseman who loves to jump up in the rush. Transactions (1) Prospect with no NHL contract history. There is interest, but will his name be called this time around is a question I simply wont bet on. DallasStars.com is the official Web site of DSE Hockey Club, L.P. Ive come down on him a bit since then, but Id still rank him around 20-25 in a heartbeat. He is able to make seeing eye passes right on the bullseye and can rip home shots with laser-like accuracy. Agree or disagree, be sure to share your thoughts and comments below on where your favourite prospect stacks up ahead of the 2022 NHL Draft. He leaves a trail of smoke on the ice every single shift. His brother Ozzy was selected by the San Jose Sharks in the first round of the 2020 NHL Draft. Tnias Mathurin, LHD, North Bay Battalion (OHL), 160. 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. Jan 19, 2022 #1 Have been impressed by this kid every time I've watched Portland. He cant go anywhere with the puck on his stick when he has to stop skating forwards, and he cant slow the game down mentally in order to make a smart pass. All 32 NHL teams have combined to select 245 prospects whom they think have a chance to be future NHLers. If you draft Sima, you're banking on unlocking his potential based on his athletic build and traits. As one fellow scout I spoke with said, Seminoff absolutely lives on the inside. He gets to the front of the net and establishes inside position to battle for rebounds and jam loose pucks into the net, has good hand-eye coordination to deflect incoming shots, and positions himself for dangerous shooting opportunities in the slot. Nick Richard, Dobber Prospects, Seminoffs forechecking ability is something I could see frustrating teams for years to come. Statistics of Matthew Seminoff, a hockey player from Coquitlam, BC born Dec 27 2003 who was active from 2019 to 2023. "I've waited for this moment for a long time. Results. Liam Arnsby, C, North Bay Battalion (OHL), 158. Take Lambert, for example. Matthew Seminoff - RW - Kamloops - 2023 NHL Draft Profile and Stats . Danila Yurov, RW, Metallurg Magnitogorsk (KHL), 11. Seminoff (5-11, 178), is a diligent skater and a better puck carrier, says Farenholtz. NHL 2022 mock draft. This draft will likely end up being a better one than the 2021 draft due to every player having a full season, but it wont be a deep one. Matthew Seminoff, RW, Kamloops Blazers (WHL), 63. The 24-year old Finnish forward was traded from the Edmonton Oilers to the Carolina Hurricanes Tuesday for prospect Patrik Puistola. 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