Toronto Maple Leafs

PICK: 1st round (22nd overall), 2011

At 6’3 and over 220lbs, Biggs is a monster on skates and moves well for a player of his size. He can dominate down low in the offensive zone and cycles the puck well. Defensively he’s sound and can be used as a penalty killing forward. He can be an intimidating figure when he wants to, but questions have surrounded his consistency.

Colorado Avalanche

PICK: 1st round (23rd overall), 2014

Prototypical 200-foot player with good vision. A high hockey IQ forward who understands positional play. Will drive hard to the net. Leadership skills are an asset.

Toronto Maple Leafs

PICK: 2nd round (35th overall), 2012

A heady player, Finn is described as a solid all-round threat. He is a strong defensive player that can handle tough assignments. He’s able to read the developing play and react accordingly. Finns offensive game is also taking steps forward as he looks to become a more impactful player. He needs to continue to add physical elements to his game as he is currently a bit undersized for an NHL defenseman. He’s also not considered a high-end skater.

Buffalo Sabres

PICK: 2nd round (44th overall), 2014

Has projectable NHL size and the ability to play a strong two-way game. Can both score goals and set up linemates with equal prowess. Inconsistent but talented two-way center with upside.

Edmonton Oilers

PICK: 3rd round (62nd overall), 2011

Perhonen is the definition of a player with all the tools but significant questions about the toolbox. He has tremendous size, speed, athleticism, and reflexes, but his mental game--positioning, consistency, etc--is severely lacking at this point. While it's a good sign that the areas currently lacking can presumably be taught, he is still a long way from putting it all together.

New York Islanders

PICK: 3rd round (63rd overall), 2011

Pedan is a tall defenseman who skates well and relishes the physical side of the game. He possesses considerable technical and offensive skills but it is his combativeness that attracted the attention of scouts. Pedan can handle himself when challenged and is positionally sound in his own end. Pedan possesses a rare combination of skill, athleticism and abrasiveness.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 3rd round (70th overall), 2014

New York Rangers

PICK: 3rd round (72nd overall), 2011

Fogarty has good offensive skills and a big body, which he uses well along the boards and in front of the net. A decent skater, he will need to improve his stride to move to the next level, but he is solid two-way forward, with decent hands.

St-Louis Blues

PICK: 3rd round (74th overall), 2010

Gardiner has offensive skill combined with a good compete level.  He is more of a playmaker than a goal-scorer.  It remains to be seen if his offensive game will advance at the pro level, but he has some potential as a power forward if he improves his overall strength.

Detroit Red Wings

PICK: 3rd round (79th overall), 2013

Has both offensive upside and defensive intelligence. Not a physical player, but a skilled forechecker who can translate that into scoring opportunities. Offensively, Janmark-Nylen is adept at both scoring and distributing the puck.

New York Rangers

PICK: 3rd round (80th overall), 2013

A speedy sniper, Duclair relies on his great skating ability to create chances and has dynamic offensive talent to make the most of the opportunity. With the ability to make plays at top speed and sizzling acceleration, Duclair often only needs the slimmest of openings before he's on the attack. More of a shoot-first player, Duclair's shot is extremely accurate, but he needs to be more consistent. Furthermore, he would be well served to round out his game and add significant strength.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 3rd round (82nd overall), 2012

There isn't much question about the talent level of Maidens.  He is a hard-working forward with good size who also possesses some offensive ability.  The problem is that Maidens suffered what was thought to be a season-ending concussion in 2011-12 that ended his season after 28 games.  The severity of his injury could leave Maidens vulnerable to more concussions that could inevitably cut short his hockey career.  The Senators have taken the risk in drafting Maidens, but they might be rewarded if he can stay healthy

Boston Bruins

PICK: 3rd round (85th overall), 2012

Grzelcyk is a small, but highly mobile defenseman with excellent offensive instincts. He is a strong puckhandler who can rush the puck and drive the offense. Grzelcyk is a power play weapon thanks to his sharp distribution skills and his ability to find soft spots in defensive zone coverage. Defensively, Grzelcyk brings a good compete level and is a determined player but his positioning is still a work in progress. Grzelcyk impressed at this summer’s US World Junior evaluation camp, and is believed to have the inside track on a spot on the 2013 squad. Grzelcyk is very much like David Warsofsky in size, ability and upside.

San Jose Sharks

PICK: 3rd round (88th overall), 2010

Gaede is a decent if not solid player away from the puck. Given his substantial height of 6'3 frame, he has a very projectable body. He uses his size well, especially along the boards and has a strong work ethic that illuminates the mind with his potential. His play with the puck is a different story. The physical winger lacks puck skills, skating ability, and hockey sense and looks to have regressed over the past two seasons. If he does not at the very least improve his skating, he might not be with the organization after his college career.

Nashville Predators

PICK: 4th round (99th overall), 2013

Juuse Saros lacks the height of other top goaltending prospects but he is a technically adept goaltender that uses angles and outstanding athleticism to compensate for that perceived shortcoming. His biggest strengths include his ability to compete, his penchant for stopping second and third chance opportunities, and the mental composure to quickly put goals behind him. Saros has the strength, durability and stamina to play every night, having played over 50 games in back-to-back seasons over the past two years.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 4th round (100th overall), 2014

Eiserman is the prototypical "hard to play against" power forward who uses his size and strength to create chances and has the skating ability to be effective on both ends of the ice. Eiserman relishes playing in tight spaces and along the boards and has a skill component to his game.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 4th round (101st overall), 2013

St-Louis Blues

PICK: 4th round (102nd overall), 2011

Veilleux is a strong skater with good balance and has the physicality to become a possible power forward. He thrives down low, along the boards and in front of the oppositions net while having good hands and a powerful shot to take advantage of his scoring chances. The big winger needs to improve his defensive game, shoot the puck more often and play with more consistency every game.

Dallas Stars

PICK: 4th round (105th overall), 2011

Emil is a skilled creative forward who can play center and wing. He is a good two-way player who plays responsibly on defense. He's not physically there yet but will get there and he has very good upside. He's a smart player and is very good at setting up his teammates.

Detroit Red Wings

PICK: 4th round (106th overall), 2014

St-Louis Blues

PICK: 4th round (110th overall), 2014

Nashville Predators

PICK: 4th round (112th overall), 2011

Noonan is a classic two-way defenseman that takes care of business efficiently in his zone but can also bring some offensive punch from the back end. The mobile, smooth skating defender has a very good first pass, a hard accurate shot, and can operate the power play unit. The fourth round pick has surprised many people with his fast development over the last few years at the NCAA level. He could project into a top-four defenseman in the NHL.

St-Louis Blues

PICK: 4th round (112th overall), 2013

Philadelphia Flyers

PICK: 4th round (116th overall), 2011

Suellentrop is a big, stay-at-home defenseman whose game is just beginning to evolve. His biggest assets are his size, reach and skating ability and he is also adept at distributing the puck to transition from defense to attack. Suellentrop has made great progress over the past three seasons and should continue to develop as he matures physically.

Washington Capitals

PICK: 4th round (117th overall), 2011

Opinions vary widely on Soberg, who is a bit smaller than prototypical NHL goalies, played in a non-traditional hockey country, and has lost a lot of games playing on teams that were over-matched talent-wise. That being said, his play at the international junior tournaments and in his initial prospect camp with the Capitals has been impressive. He has a quick glove and uses his agility and speed to recover and make multiple saves. While there were some questions raised at the U-20 tournament when he appeared to pull himself from a game, he seemed to quell those concerns with his play for the U-18 squad.

Montreal Canadiens

PICK: 4th round (117th overall), 2010

Ellis is a solid all-round defenseman who plays with grit and physicality which allows him to play the shutdown role and on both specialty teams. He has poise with the puck, quick strike passing and hard accurate point shot. The smooth skater defender also brings leadership, character and a calm demeanor both on and off the ice but will need to show more aggression deep in the defensive zone at the professional level.

Minnesota Wild

Pick: 4th round (117th overall), 2004

NHL scouts will surely like his size (6’4), but Sprunger has got more to offer. He is a technical and smart player with goal scoring instincts. To make the next step Sprunger must get stronger as he is not yet taking full advantage of his size and weight.

Toronto Maple Leafs

4th round (119th overall), 2011

Vancouver Canucks

PICK: 4th round (120th overall), 2011

Blomstrand is blessed with excellent skating ability and is one of the Canucks' fastest prospects. His puck-handling skills are also very good, and he has shown a readiness to take the puck to the dangerous areas.

Buffalo Sabres

PICK: 5th round (121st overall), 2014

Calgary Flames

PICK: 5th round (124th overall), 2012

A hard-working two-way blue liner, Culkin has steadily improved during his time in the QMJHL. A strong skater with a low panic threshold, these skills serve him well at both ends of the ice. Sometimes guilty of trying to do too much on the ice, he has good size and has become more confident moving the puck as well as carrying it on the rush.

Florida Panthers

PICK: 5th round (124th overall), 2011

Kosov has the ideal size for a power forward and possesses above average stick-handling and passing skills. He is strong and quick on his skates and drives the net with authority. Although he does not have a sniper’s mentality, he controls the puck well in traffic, and has the kind of hand-eye coordination that allows him to get the puck out of a pile of skates and put it in the back of the net.

Washington Capitals

PICK: 5th round (126th overall), 2009

A solid defenseman, even if he does not have the ideal size for a blueliner.  A strong shot adds an offensive dimension to his game.  Does not excel in any particular aspect of his game, but more of an all-around defenseman.

Columbus Blue Jackets

PICK: 5th round (128th overall), 2011

Ambroz has size and a nice shot, but needs to work on his awareness. He is a big body on the ice and can develop into a great power forward once he learns proper positioning in the crease.

Toronro Maple Leafs

PICK: 5th round (130th overall), 2011

While not the biggest player, what Cameranesi lacks in size he makes up for with speed and skill. Cameranesi will likely need to find an offensive niche at the pro level to be successful, although that’s not a slight at his game away from the puck. His offensive skills are well documented, but he needs to add strength and move the puck more efficiently.

New Jersey Devils

PICK: 5th round (131st overall), 2014

Philadelphia Flyers

PICK: 5th round (132nd overall), 2013

St-Louis Blues

PICK: 5th round (132nd overall), 2011

Lundstrom has a solid butterfly technique, good lateral movement for a big man and a quick glove hand. The big netminder plays a little too deep and can have mental lapses after letting in weak goals. His development will continue with an organization known in Europe for producing talents goaltenders. It could be some time before the Swedish-born goalie decides to play in North America.

New York Rangers

PICK: 5th round (136th overall), 2011

Noreau is a huge, hard-nosed, stay-at-home blueliner who likes to take the body, as well as drop the gloves and intimidate to protect his teammates. Questions exist, however, as to his skating, positioning and hockey sense.

Buffalo Sabres

PICK: 5th round (137th overall), 2011

Lepkowski is a no-nonsense physical defenseman whose biggest assets are his size, long reach, and ability to use his body to prevent opposing scoring opportunities. While his size and defensive approach draw comparisons to a player like veteran Hal Gill, Lepkowski is a bit more mobile than Gill but rarely contributes to the offfensive game, the way GIll sometimes can. Lepkowski is a willing combatant but understands when game conditions call for dropping the gloves and when to show constraint.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 5th round (138th overall), 2013

A pest on the ice, Dunn makes his mark by getting under the skin of his opponents. Only average sized, that doesn't stop him from finishing his checks and battling hard against the wall. Perhaps even more frustrating for the opposition is that he has some ability to hurt them on the score sheet, as well. Though his offensive stats come more from his hard-nosed play rather than dynamic scoring talent, it doesn't matter how pretty a goal is on the scoreboard.

Calgary Flames

PICK: 5th round (140th overall), 2010

Offensively Agostino posted gaudy numbers at the high school level and while that offense clearly is still there at the collegiate level, his compete level and willingness to play in the dirty areas of the ice are his greatest virtues. He is a solid north-south skater, and while not overly big, he is strong on his skates and not afraid to play a physical brand of hockey.

Arizona Coyotes

PICK: 5th round (141st overall), 2011

A hard-nosed winger with a stocky build, Dziurzynski is a mix of toughness and skill. Extremely physical and no stranger to dropping the gloves, he can also score goals as evidenced by a 35-goal season in his final season of juniors.

Toronto Maple Leafs

PICK: 5th round (142nd overall), 2013

Nashville Predators

PICK: 5th round (142nd overall), 2011

Karlsson is still growing and developing, although he shows promise as a smooth skating, puck moving defenseman with offensive upside. He’s still raw and will need to build more strength, but the tools all appear to be there for him to become a quality blueliner.

Pittsburgh Penguins

PICK: 5th round (144th overall), 2011

Uher is a Czech forward who plays a game that is equal parts skill, grit, and agitation. He is tough along the boards and wins a lot of battles in the corners. He is not the tallest player on the ice but possesses a strong, wide base and is difficult to knock off the puck. Uher has good hands in tight and can score and distribute the puck well enough to contribute offensively, but his game really shines when he is engaging opposing players physically. If playing his physical game, Uher is capable of distracting opposing players from their assignment.

Boston Bruins

PICK: 5th round (151st overall), 2011

One of the youngest players in the 2011 draft, O'Gara is a long-term prospect who should continue to develop as he adds size and strength to his already impressive frame. While not the offensive force of some of the other young players to come out of Long Island in recent years, O'Gara is a skilled defensive defenseman who has worked to improve his mobility and agility since enrolling at Milton. Though he hails from Long Island, O'Gara is a bit of a hometown pick for the Bruins, having played with the Greater Boston Junior Bruins pre-season elite team as well as playing at Milton. He has one year of prep school remaining before enrolling at Yale so he will have time to continue to mature and develop.

Colorado Avalanche

PICK: 6th round (153rd overall), 2011

A physical defensive defenseman, Beaupre keeps things simple in his own end. He's not afraid to use his size in the corners or to separate a player from the puck and will drop his gloves when the rough stuff starts. An avid shot blocker and a decent skater, Beaupre can also make a solid first pass out of the zone and shows some willingness to carry the puck, but his primary strengths remain in his own end.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 6th round (156th overall), 2011

Kramer is one of the toughest fighters in junior hockey with some offensive ability and a keen understanding of situational play. While his skating and technical skills, particularly stickhandling and passing, are areas which need improvement, he has been on winning teams at every level of hockey and brings a team-first approach to the game. His shot and willingness to go to the net are valuable power play assets.

Minnesota Wild

PICK: 6th round (159th overall), 2010

Gustafsson is a solid technical keeper, with good size. He's still working on some of the finer points of his game, but reads the play well.

Carolina Hurricanes

PICK: 6th round (163rd overall), 2011

Pittsburgh Penguins

PICK: 6th round (164th overall), 2013

Birks is a mobile defenseman who is good at making outlet passes and possesses a solid shot from the point. He skates fairly well and is not afraid to engage physically, though, his game overall is still very raw. He is considered a long-term project, though he possesses the skillset to one day develop into a solid two-way defenseman.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 6th round (166th overall), 2012

After a rookie season in junior that saw him challenge his 19-year-old teammate for the starting duties, Brassard served notice that he has the talent to succeed. Unflappable between the pipes, Brassard is equally focused on improving his play both on and off the ice. A project, Brassard needs to continue to improve all aspects of his game, notably filling out his 6'1 frame and strengthening his puck moving ability. Although raw, he has the talent to surprise.

Toronto Maple Leafs

PICK: 6th round (172nd overall), 2013

Toronto Maple Leafs

PICK: 6th round (173rd overall), 2011

The go-to defenseman at Brown, Robertson logs heavy minutes in all situations. He has a big, hard shot, which makes him a threat offensively, particularly on the power play and is sound in his own end of the ice. He’s beginning to add more snarl to his game which is making him a more valuable defenseman.

Colorado Avalanche

PICK: 6th round (174th overall), 2014

Detroit Red Wings

PICK: 6th round (175th overall), 2011

Nedomlel is not going to quarterback your powerplay or thrill you with an end to end rush anytime soon. He is a big, mean, physical stay at home defenseman who isn’t afraid to drop the gloves and who doesn’t lose when he decides to. While he may have little offensive upside, he provides a steady, physical, defensive presence on the back end.

Montreal Canadiens

PICK: 6th round (176th overall), 2013

A hard-nosed, two-way player, Gregoire works hard on the ice and is always willing to mix it up. Although he will never be confused for a speedster or an offensive talent, Gregoire is a character player who does the little things well and always leaves it all out on the ice. Willing to stand up for his teammates and help create room on the ice, Gregoire's all weather game and good size cannot be appreciated enough.

Los Angeles Kings

PICK: 6th round (178th overall), 2013

Leslie has an average game in almost every regard. However he has shown a real knack for improving at a decent rate and having a good solid work ethic. While not doing anything truly outstanding Leslie has a mindset that could see him blossom into a decent all-around defenseman. He could also stand to add a few pounds and get stronger

San Jose Sharks

PICK: 6th round (179th overall), 2011

Demelo is a big strong puck-moving defenseman who likes to jump up into the play and shoot his big booming shot on the fly. He can play in all situations though he thrives in offensive situations because of his shot and hockey sense. He has a great hockey I.Q. and is not afraid of playing a simple unmemorable game if that is what it takes to win. Like with all young defensemen DeMelo’s main development hurdles will be strength related as he moves up from junior to the AHL and competes against men.

Vancouver Canucks

PICK: 6th round (180th overall), 2011

Colombus Blue Jackets

PICK: 7th round (182nd overall), 2012

Curcuruto is a two-way defender who does not excel at any part of the game but is dependable when he plays within his abilities.  When Curcuruto tries to play beyond his abilities is when he gets himself into trouble.  He has the skill to eventually become an effective lower-pairing defenseman, but his hockey sense is not yet well developed.

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 7th round (186th overall), 2011

Fransoo is a bit of an unknown coming out of the WHL but the Senators staff like his competitive level and tall frame, which should fill out as he matures. As with most late-round picks there is much uncertainty. Fransoo's work ethic and desire to succeed are both plusses. More of a defensive defenseman, he has shown the ability to contribute on the scoresheet.

Philadelphia Flyers

PICK: 7th round (192nd overall), 2013

St-Louis Blues

PICK: 7th round (192nd overall), 2011

Eronen is somewhat undersized for a defenseman and is not often physically involved in the game. He is a plus offensive player though, with great offensive instincts, a smooth skating stride, and the ability to run a powerplay effectively.

Carolina Hurricanes

PICK: 7th round (193rd overall), 2011

Despite his huge and intimidating frame standing as tall as 6-5, Sutter had trouble adapting to the pros last year with split time between the ECHL and AHL. He is viewed as an energy player but has been unable to crack the top six. His draft position may be in part due to his family name and not his talent.

Arizona Coyotes

PICK: 7th round (196th overall), 2011

Larraza is a strong winger who is good on the boards and likes to use his size to his advantage in all areas of the ice. Has a quick release and a hard shot.

Philadelphia, Flyers

PICK: 7th round (201st overall), 2012

Detroit Red Wings

PICK: 7th round (201st overall), 2010

Marshall is a pure offensive talent, with a small stature and high-end skating speed. Has a solid shot and is an adept stickhandler. Marshall makes smart decisions with the puck, moving it to his teammates effortlessly. Comes to the rink and competes every night.

Toronto Maple Leafs

PICK: 7th round (202nd overall), 2013

Ottawa Senators

PICK: 7th round (204th overall), 2011

Dzingel is a play-making, skill forward who sees the ice well and creates opportunities for his teammates. He does not play a physical style but seemed to be much more consistent in his second year of junior hockey. He is an accurate, dangerous shooter and some would like to see him shoot more often. Dzingel is still developing physically and will benefit from the time in college hockey.

New Jersey Devils

PICK: 7th round (208th overall), 2013

Brodeur plays an aggressive butterfly style that focuses on strong positioning to the shooter. Whenever the shooter comes in close, he’ll come out to pokecheck or cut down the angle. Similar to his father, his glove hand and stickhandling are two of his strengths. He steers shots into the boards with strong kicks leaving few second chances.

Arizona Coyotes

PICK: 7th round (208th overall), 2012

Though he took a smaller role in the second half of the year when his junior team geared up for the post-season, Hache now has a Memorial Cup championship and some great experience under his belt. A physical presence on the back line, Hache is not afraid to get his nose dirty as he takes care of business in his own end first. Able to make a good first pass out of the zone, Hache will be expected to develop more of his offensive talents in the coming years as well as continuing to get bigger and stronger.

Montreal Canadiens

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

Sekac is a highly skilled winger with good puck possession skills and playmaking capabilities. The 21-year old has played two years in the KHL with solid results this past season but will need to be less of a perimeter player to have success in North American style game. His defensive game is not bad but could use more work and he needs to gains more strength and size. He possesses the potential to be a top six scoring forward at the NHL level.

Tampa Bay Lightning

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

Marchessault isn’t the most talented winger on the ice, but what he lacks in size and pure skill he makes up for with his gritty style of play. He has always been a pass first player and is well on his way to becoming a playmaker in the NHL.

Tampa Bay Lightning

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

Los Angeles Kings

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

Winnipeg Jets

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

The undersized winger combines excellent speed and technical skills in a very impressive way. Pettersson is strong while entering the offensive zone in full speed and has a very good slap shot, which he does not hesitate to use. In addition to being a quite productive player point wise, he has also proven to be a good leader and willing to play physical. Is a high effort player but his size and strength have to be concerns as his production sometimes wanes against stronger opposition.

Washington Capitals

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

Cameron Schilling is a meat and potatoes styled defense first defenseman with little in the way of offensive upside. That’s not to say he is completely void of it however. He possesses good vision and a decently hard shot. He’s responsible first and foremost and will opt to make the safe play rather than the risky one. He won’t draw a lot of attention for his play but more often that not that is a good thing.

Dallas Stars

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

He is a tenacious player that does not back down from any challenge and will often initiate contact.  He will go to war at any point on the ice and has a high level of determination.  He has the smarts to succeed at any level but he needs to continue to get stronger if he wants a legitimate shot.  Has a good skating stride.  Sometimes is guilty of trying to do “too much” on the ice.  Utilizes his wrist shot to get long shots on net from the point.  Will use his body to block shots and passing lanes.  Potentially, future captain material.

Los Angeles Kings

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

MacDermid is a no nonsense, physically-punishing defenseman. Despite being 6’1 and 170 pounds, he likes to take the body and drop the gloves in defense of his teammates and to get the energy going. He has limited to no offensive upside and relies primarily on his average defensive game and physicality.

Detroit Red Wings

PICK: Undrafted Free Agent

A pure offensive player. Coetzee is highly skilled and has soft hands. He is an adept playmaker, and also possesses a good, hard shot. Has very respectable foot speed that translates into more offensive opportunities. His main issue is a lack of size, as Coetzee may not have the physical prowess to compete at the pro level.