Thread: Prospect Info: The Official 2012 Draft Thread: Part V | "Fizzling for Rissling"
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21. Ludvig Bystrom: LH Defenceman
Height: 6'1" Weight: 208lbs
Born: July 20th, 1994
Birthplace: Rexdale, Ontario
Modo (SEL): 20GP 0G 1A 1P, +2, 8PIM
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Projection: Top Four Defenceman
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22. Dalton Thrower: RH Defenceman
Height: 6'0" Weight: 189lbs
Born: December 20th, 1993
Saskatoon Blades (WHL): 66GP 18G 36A 54P, -4, 103PIM
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Projection: Top Four Defenceman
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23. Martin Frk: Right Winger
Height: 6'0" Weight: 204lbs
Born: October 5th, 1993
Halifax Mooseheads (QMJHL): 34GP 16G 13A 29P, -9, 41PIM
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Projection: Top Six Forward
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24. Hampus Lindholm: LH Defence
Height: 6'2" Weight: 196lbs
Born: January 20th, 1994
Rögle (SuperElit): 28GP 5G 12A 17P, +25, 16PIM
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Projection: Top Four Defenceman
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25. Tomas Hertl: LH Center
Height: 6'2" Weight: 198lbs
Born: November 12th, 1993
HC Slavia Praha (Czech): 38GP 12G 13A 25P, +9, 22PIM
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Projection: Second Line Center
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26. Oscar Dansk: LH Goaltender
Height: 6'2" Weight: 183lbs
Born: February 28th, 1994
Brynäs J20 (SuperElit): 30GP 2.82GAA, .901S%
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Projection: Franchise Goaltender
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27. Scott Laughton: LH Center
Height: 6'1" Weight: 178lbs
Born: May 30th, 1994
Oshawa Generals (OHL): 64GP 21G 32A 53P, +8, 101PIM
NHL Comparable:
Projection: Top Nine Forward
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28. Andrei Vasilevski : LH Goaltender
Height: 6'3" Weight: 204lbs
Born: July 25th, 1994
Toplar Ufa (MHL): 27GP 2.23GAA, 0.931S%
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Projection: Franchise Goaltender
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29. Scott Kosmachuk: Right Winger
Height: 6'0" Weight: 188lbs
Born: January 24th, 1994
Guelph Storm (OHL): 67GP 30G 29A 59P, -10, 110PIM
NHL Comparable:
Projection: Top Nine Forward
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30. Michael Matheson: LH Defenceman
Height: 6'2" Weight: 215lbs
Born: February 27th, 1994
Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL): 45GP 9G 13A 22P, -4, 76PIM
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Projection: Top Four Defenceman
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31. Tanner Pearson: Left Winger
Height: 6'0" Weight: 198lbs
Born: August 10th, 1992
Barrie Colts (OHL): 60GP 37G 54A 91P, +21, 37PIM
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Projection: Top Six Forward
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32. Brady Skjei: LH Defenceman
Height: 6'3" Weight: 203lbs
Born: March 26th, 1994
USNTDP (USHL): 22GP 2G 9A 11P, +3, 12PIM
NHL Comparable:
Projection: Top Four Defenceman
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33. Stefan Matteau: Left Winger
Height: 6'1" Weight: 210lbs
Born: February 23rd, 1994
USNTDP (USHL): 16GP 5G 4A 9P, +3, 85PIM
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Projection: Top Six Forward
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34. Mike Winther: RH Center
Height: 5'11" Weight: 175lbs
Born: July 9th, 1994
Prince Albert Raiders (WHL): 71GP 32G 24A 56P, -9, 59PIM
NHL Comparable:
Projection: Top Six Forward
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35. Tim Bozon: Left Winger
Height: 6'1" Weight: 178lbs
Born: March 24th, 1994
Birthplace: St.Louis
Kamloops Blazers (WHL): 71GP 36G 35A 71P, +27, 40PIM
NHL Comparable: Emerson Etem / Mason Raymond
Projection: Top Six Offensive Forward
Fun Fact: He is an Edmonton Oilers fan
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Tim Bozon is a very interesting player. Although he was originally born in St.Louis, he was raised in Switzerland but he represents France internationally. His father Philippe Bozon was originally from France but moved to St.Louis when he played for the Blues back in 1992. Obviously, Timothé was born at that time and then developed nearby in France. His heritage has given him the benefit of drawing different skillsets from different national programs. He plays a skilled European game like your typical European but isnt afraid to go into the dirty areas like your typical North-American skater. It also doesn't hurt that he is fluent in English, French and Italian.

Despite being a rookie in the WHL, he finished the season 1st in goals by a rookie and 2nd amongst rookies in points. He is a big reason why the Blazers have made the playoffs this year and also finished 3rd on his team in terms of plus-minus. Bozon has exceptional hands, poised, mature and very agile. He has a good set of wheels for the game and a mind that can keep up. He sees the ice exceptionally well to setup his teammates but is known more of a goal scorer. In fact, amongst the draft eligible players listed Bozon has only scored less than Mikhail Grigorenko and Tanner Pearson. Not bad considering Pearson is an overager and Grigorenko is expected to go in the top 5.

Even though he is a goal scorer, he is still a forward that loves the handle the puck. Opposing players have a difficult time taking the puck away from him and is an exceptional passer. Still, Bozon isn't just an offensive catalyst; he can still play both ends of the ice. He is great at backchecking, will battle for the puck, throw elbows and do anything to take the puck away. At the same time, he will backup his style of game. Bozon will drop the gloves given the opportunity.


36. Nicolas Kerdiles: Left Winger
Height: 6'3" Weight: 201lbs
Born: January 11th, 1994
USNTDP (USHL): 18GP 4G 9A 13P, -9, 18PIM
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Projection: Top Nine Forward
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37. Henrik Samuelsson: Right Winger
Height: 6'2" Weight: 192lbs
Born: February 7th, 1994
Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL): 28GP 7G 16A 23P, +18, 42PIM
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Projection: Top Nine Forward
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38. Jarrod "Iron" Maidens: RH Center
Height: 6'2" Weight: 177lbs
Born: March 4th, 1994
Owen Sound Attack (OHL): 28GP 12G 11A 23P, -2, 4PIM
NHL Comparable: Mike Fisher / Sean Couturier
Projection: Top Nine Forward
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Jarred Maidens is a man amongst boys. Standing tall at 6'2" and roughly 180lbs, Maidens is physically and emotionally ready to jump into the NHL as soon as next year. Jarrod isn't afraid to go to the dirty areas to make a play and will do anything to help his team win. He has a tremendous work ethic, a leader both on and off the ice, and a player that scouts will continue to watch closely as the draft nears.

Maidens, however isn't like most powerforwards. I say this, because he is so much more than just a gritty, hardworking forward. When Owen Sound selected Jarrod 4th overall, they took Maidens because of his offensive, game-changing ability and exceptional hands. Maidens already has a pro shot and sees the game at a very high level. Rather than trying to intimidate his opponents physically each shift, Maidens is capable of mixing it up. This is best displayed through his lack of penalty minutes (Just 15PIM in 75 OHL games). He plays on the edge but doesn't cross it.

Having said all that, injuries are a huge concern. Thus far, he has only played 75 games regular season games at the OHL level. Despite being physically ready to make the jump, he has essentially lost 2 very important years of development. I still think he is worth the risk early in the second round but teams could pass over him because of injury concerns.


39. Phil Di Giuseppe: Center
Height: 6'1" Weight: 200lbs
Born: October 9th, 1993
Birthplace: Maple, Ontario
U. of Michigan (CCHA): 39GP 11G 15A 26P, +23, 18PIM
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Projection: Second Line Center
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It can't be stressed how hard it is for a junior prospect to be playing in the NCAA. Not only do they have to play against much bigger and more experienced skaters, they have to worry about education and working their way up the lineup. Playing against 23, 24, and 25 year olds definitely has its challenges for lanky teenagers. Yet, Di Giuseppe not only holds his own, he thrives. Phil Di Giuseppe is incredibly hard to knock off the puck, has a thick frame and his style of game is very well-rounded.

Not only does Phil possess great physical attributes, he has a great work ethic, an undying love for the game and an excellent set of wheels. He has the skill and speed to take the puck but has improved his physical play this year. His strong play garnered him a look at canada's WJC camp and caught the eye of legendary coach Red Berenson. It doesn't hurt that he finished second on the team in terms of plus-minus with +23. Di Giuseppe is incredibly versatile and works hard.

On the other hand, Di Giuseppe doesn't generally undress defenders with highlight reel moves. He has a lot of tools in his toolbox but generally plays a safe game rather than trying to beat defenders one-on-one. I think his lack of offensive talent might keep him out of the first round but thats not to say he doesn't possess a solid shot and playmaking ability. He doesn't always show up on the stat sheet playing against other teams top lines. Still he has dropped out of the first round after his offense dropped from a very good start.


40. Cristoval "Boo" Nieves: Center/ Left Winger
Height: 6'3" Weight: 185lbs
Born: January 23rd, 1994
Birthplace: Baldwinsville, New York
Indiana Ice (USHL): 4GP 0G 2A 2P, +2, 0PIM
NHL Comparable: Joe Nieuwendyk / Chris Kreider
Projection: Top Nine Forward
Favorite Team: Los Angeles
Fun Fact: He plays the drums and guitar.
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When you start to describe Cristoval Nieves, you can't help but get excited. He is a big powerful forward that has incredibly soft hands, blazing speed that allows him to blow by defenders and a hockey IQ that makes him know how he is going to beat defenders before he even picks up the puck. Why then, is he not a lock for the first round? The answer is one that most prep school hockey players face. Nieves has been playing against a relatively weak level of competition thus far. Luckily, Boo has recently joined one of the best teams in the USHL in the Indiana Ice and could really showcase his talent if the Ice make a strong playoff push. Internationally he hasn't looked out of place and at times even looked better than his teammate Alex Galchenyuk.

As a pass first type of player, Cristoval needs to be a bit more selfish and work on shooting the puck more. Given that he posted 43 goals in just 23 games a year ago, he is certainly capable of putting the puck in the back of the net. Boo makes the players around him better and isn't afraid to go into the dirty areas to help his team win. He is a great character guy and has been described as "one of the best skaters to come through prep school hockey In the seven years he has been there" by his former Kent High School head coach- Matt Herr.

Having said all that, whoever takes Nieves will have to be patient as he is already committed to a very good Michigan University program. It also worth noting that his rights are held by the OHL's Niagra Ice Dogs. Although he will have a better chance to work on his physical game in the NCAA, playing for a potential memorial cup winner isn't a bad backup option.

He is still very RAW at this point and for all of his strengths, he still has a lot to learn. Proving he can develop his game against bigger and stronger players will definitely be a challenge. I also wouldn't underestimate having a friend like JVR in Philadelphia to turn to for advice.

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