The vote has been unanimous for quite some time now. Matty Beniers is New England’s top prospect for the 2021 NHL Entry Draft and could be selected as high as second overall by the Seattle Kraken when the annual lottery happens July 23. The Hingham, Mass., native, who starred at Milton Academy … [Read more...]
2021 NHL Entry Draft: Why Mackie Samoskevich is a solid bet for first round
For NHL teams looking to pick up a forward with speed, skill and a high offensive ceiling in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, Mackie Samoskevich is an enticing choice. The Newtown, Conn. native joined fellow Nutmeg State product Scott Morrow at Shattuck-St.Mary’s School in Minnesota to play his Midget AAA … [Read more...]
2021 NHL Entry Draft: Will Scott Morrow’s talent, upside lead to early call?
When it comes to pro hockey talent and potential in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, they don’t come much more intriguing than defenseman Scott Morrow. From Darien, Conn., he left his native Northeast to spend the last five years with Shattuck St. Mary’s Sabres in Faribault, Minn. A late ’02 right-shot … [Read more...]
2021 NHL Draft Preview: Who the Boston Bruins could target
The Boston Bruins will be up to make their first-round choice in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft’s first round at 21st overall Friday in the league’s second straight online/virtual event due to COVID. The pick will actually be the 20th selection, given that the Arizona Coyotes have forfeited their … [Read more...]
2021 NHL Entry Draft: Even with skill and pedigree, Ryan St. Louis a wildcard
Being the son of a Hockey Hall of Fame player can open doors for a young player, but it can also create higher expectations. For U.S. National Team Development Program winger Ryan St. Louis, he has unquestionably established himself as a pro hockey prospect with his speed and playmaking abilities. … [Read more...]
2021 NHL Entry Draft: Nate Benoit brings value to the middle rounds
There’s an old hockey adage that says when you don’t notice a defenseman, it means he’s doing his job. When it comes to Nate Benoit, that adage is an apt description of what he brings to each situation. The Bow, N.H., native and University of North Dakota recruit has been an outstanding two-way … [Read more...]