Simon Nemac - HK Nitra
Right-shot d-man
Decent size (6’0’’)
Will/Can play big minutes
Mobile, Puck-Moving d-man
Described as a two-way d-mam
High offensive thinker (1st power play potential)
His defensive game will need some rounding before NHL ready
Smart player, good-gap
Projection: Top 5 pick
Great size (6’3’’, 190 pounds)
Steady d-man (great two-way ability)
Right handed
Explosive skater, moves the puck well
Great shot, plays physical
Shut-down, yet offensive d-man
Offensive game (decision making) may need some time to translate before NHL ready
Not a high risk pick
Projection: Top 8 pick
Left handed (5’11”, 188 pounds)
Offensive d-man
Great offensive instincts, quick to join the rush, solid shot
Struggles defensively (not the fastest defending)
Makes high-risk breakout passes and risks
Unreal creativity and confidence
64 points in 65 WHL games this season
Projection: Top 25 pick
LHD (6’2’’, 185 pounds)
Smooth skating, offensive
Potential to be top-line power play quarterback
Massive upsize, some risk
Smart, great offensive vision, great puckmover
Skating and edgework is not an issue at all
Solid defensively, will take some time to adapt to pro
Not consistent defensively
Projection: Top 15 pick