THE FIVE OTHER GUYS FROM THE 2015 DRAFT

MCDAVID!

• Wayne Gretzky talks McDavid: “He’s a really mature kid for 18 years old, he’s been under the
  spotlight for a long time, he’s handled himself both on the ice and off
  the ice with nothing but respect and class. He’s going to
  love playing here, it couldn’t be a better scenario for him. It’s great
  for the Oilers fans, they’re going to get the chance to watch this kid
  grow up.The thing about playing in Edmonton is, the people
  here, they’ve been through it with myself and they’ve been through
  Messier… they’re going to let him be, they’re going to treat him like an
  Edmontonian.” Source

CALEB JONES

• Bruce McCurdy, Cult of Hockey: Caleb Jones (D) is
  another is at his first pro camp, and it’s a measure of success that it
  doesn’t really show. He’s held his own, hasn’t stood out. Source
• Jones on going to Portland Winterhawks: “The
  ‘Dub’ was just a better option for me. I’m really comfortable with
  coach (Jamie) Kompon in Portland and his staff. He coached in the NHL,
  so I trust him with my development to get to the next level. And the
  game schedule prepares you for the pros.” Source
• Future Considerations: Jones is a good skater,
  with a good stride and good speed to join a rush and then get back
  quickly. He shows some puck skill that would be expected of someone
  related to Seth, who is a confident puck-carrier.

ETHAN BEAR

• Red Line Report: Shutdown rearguard plays against the
  opposing teams’ top line every night and refuses to give away even an
  inch of space. Owns a laser shot that often finds the net – keeps it low
  and often produces dangerous rebounds. A good skater who likes to take
  the puck deep into the offensive zone and create chances, yet still has the speed to get back on defence.
• McKeens: strong, physical defender – solidly-built
  and a tenacious competitor .. not flashy skill wise, however makes smart
  plays and packs a powerful shot.
• ISS: Does a lot of things well, but mainly plays a
  strong defensive and physical game. Strong in front of the net and along
  the boards, doesn’t run around in the defensive zone and has good
  positioning.

JOHN MARINO

• The Scouting Report: John is a smooth skating offensive
  defenseman…Good size…Is a play making defensenman…Has great poise with
  the puck…Has the ability to run our powerplay.
• D John Marino at Orientation Camp: Showed some nice flashes
  offensively, good speed and a nice shot. Got involved physically, too.
  You could see his age being a slight issue, but overall a nice job. Source
• ISS: When Marino fills out his frame he shows the potential to be a
  dominant two-way defenseman. Solid defensive positioning but at times
  can be too aggressive in forcing the puck carrier and stepping up for
  the big hit. Very much a project defenseman but has the unrefined tools
  to be an interesting player down the road. Great puck carrier and makes
  crisp passes. Carries the puck well. Underrated slapshot from the point
  when he lets it go. Smart and simple decisions on the puck. Overall
  skating is in constant development, adjusting with the added weight and
  growth spurts. Source

MIROSLAV SVOBODA

ZIYAT PAIGIN

• ISS: Paigin’s upside is based around his raw frame
  and active, intense defensive game. Long active stick and angles well,
  needs to focus on foot speed and mobility which will benefit when he
  adds muscle to his massive frame. Thrives in physical play,
  likes to finish hits and mix it up along the wall. Can be beat wide by
  quick opposition forwards catching him on the pivot. Decent skill-set on
  the puck, although at his best when he simplifies his game.