Mock 2022 NHL Draft: Cooley could go to Coyotes, Flyers

The 2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft will be held July 7-8 at Bell Centre in Montreal. The first round will be July 7 (7 p.m. ET; ESPN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS) and rounds 2-7 are July 8 (11 a.m. ET; NHLN, ESPN+, SN, TVAS). NHL.com is counting down to the draft with in-depth profiles on top prospects, podcasts and other features. Today, NHL.com writers Adam Kimelman and Mike G. Morreale submit their final mock draft of the first round. NHL.com's full draft coverage can be found here.

The 2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft could be one of the most unpredictable in recent memory, with the intrigue beginning as early as the No. 3 pick.
NHL.com writers Adam Kimelman and Mike G. Morreale agree that the Montreal Canadiens will select center
Shane Wright
from Kingston of the Ontario Hockey League with the No. 1 pick, and the New Jersey Devils at No. 2 will choose left wing
Juraj Slafkovsky
from TPS in Liiga, the top league in Finland.
But starting with the Arizona Coyotes at No. 3, their opinions vary widely.
The 16 teams that missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs took part in the lottery drawing for the first two selections; the Canadiens won the No. 1 pick, and the Devils won No. 2. The remaining teams were ordered based on the NHL standings.
The 12 teams that lost in the first two rounds of the playoffs were slotted into picks 17-28. Teams that did not win their division were placed in inverse order of regular-season standings points, followed by the three division winners who lost in inverse order of regular-season points.
RELATED: [More 2022 NHL Draft coverage]
The Edmonton Oilers, who lost in the Western Conference Final, have the No. 29 pick. The Winnipeg Jets have the No. 30 pick, which they acquired from the New York Rangers in the trade for forward Andrew Copp on March 21.
The Tampa Bay Lightning, who lost Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final on Sunday, will pick No. 31.
The No. 32 selection goes to the Stanley Cup champion, but the Colorado Avalanche traded the pick to the Coyotes for goalie Darcy Kuemper on July 28.
The Coyotes have three first-round picks (also No. 27), as do the Buffalo Sabres (Nos. 9, 16 and 28). The Canadiens, Winnipeg Jets, Columbus Blue Jackets, Anaheim Ducks and Minnesota Wild each have two.

1. Montreal Canadiens

Kimelman -- Shane Wright, C, Kingston (OHL): Wright (6-foot, 199 pounds) not only is the most complete player in the 2022 draft, but he also fills a need at center for the Canadiens. General manager Kent Hughes said the goal is to find character players with skill, and it was Wright who said, "My mindset is not to win scoring titles, it's not to win MVPs, it's to win Stanley Cups. I believe that the way I play, my competitiveness and my drive to win is going to help do that." Wright is an easy choice at No. 1.
Morreale -- Shane Wright: One of the more complete two-way centers of this draft class is a player the scouting community has been tracking for some time with what he can bring to an NHL team, including hockey sense, a sniper's mentality and leadership.

2. New Jersey Devils

Kimelman -- Juraj Slafkovsky, LW, TPS (FIN): With Jack Hughes, Nico Hischier and Dawson Mercer, the Devils are in good shape down the middle. As New Jersey looks to build its lineup, Slafkovsky brings elite offensive skills in a power forward body (6-4, 229). He's already shown he can excel against older competition in Liiga, and at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, where he was the youngest player in the tournament and named its most valuable player after leading all players with seven goals in seven games for Slovakia. From a physical standpoint he appears ready to play in the NHL next season.
Morreale -- Juraj Slafkovsky: The big forward would be a nice fit alongside any of the Devils' top centers. He uses his size, reach and strength as an effective and active checker in the offensive and defensive zone and is exceptional at protecting the puck, has creative hands and a high ceiling.

3. Arizona Coyotes

Kimelman -- Simon Nemec, D, Nitra (SVK): With the future of No. 1 defenseman Jakob Chychrun unknown, the Coyotes could opt for one of the top defensemen available in the draft. Nemec (6-foot, 190) is a right-handed shot with an outstanding two-way game who is close to being NHL-ready. He skates extremely well, which allows him to add to the offensive attack and be quick enough to defend in transition. Nemec has three seasons of experience playing in the top men's league in Slovakia, and his six points (one goal, five assists) in eight games for Slovakia at the 2022 IIHF World Championship are the most ever by an 18-year-old defenseman in the tournament.
Morreale -- Logan Cooley, C, USA U-18 (NTDP): A shifty, two-way playmaking center, Cooley (5-10, 180) can process the game at top speed. He was second on the NTDP with 75 points (27 goals, 48 assists) in 51 games, and had 10 points (three goals, seven assists) and 23 shots on goal in six games to help the United States finish second at the 2022 IIHF World Under-18 Championship. He's committed to the University of Minnesota next season.

4. Seattle Kraken

Kimelman -- David Jiricek, D, Plzen (CZE): After selecting center Matty Beniers as a foundational piece at forward at the 2021 NHL Draft, the Kraken now can find a centerpiece defenseman to build around. A knee injury sustained at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship sidelined Jiricek for almost four months, but he recovered to have a strong showing for Czechia at the World Championship where he had two points (one goal, one assist) and averaged 10:28 in ice time in five games. A right-handed shot, Jiricek projects to be a high-skill, top-pair defenseman with the size (6-3, 189) to win 1-on-1 battles in the defensive zone.
Morreale -- Simon Nemec: The right-handed shot plays big minutes and brings excellent mobility, balance, puck-handling and skating to create openings for teammates. He had 26 points (one goal, 25 assists) in 39 regular-season games and 17 points (five goals, 13 assists) in 19 playoff games.

5. Philadelphia Flyers

Kimelman - Logan Cooley: The Flyers are looking to inject young, top-end skill and Cooley is an elite skater with excellent offensive skills and a strong work ethic. He'll play at least one season at the University of Minnesota but is confident that's all he'll need before becoming an impact NHL player.
Morreale -- David Jiricek: A knee injury that required surgery in January limited him this season, but Jiricek plays a mature, physical, two-way game. He's got a cannon for a shot, defends well and can transition from defense to offense quickly.

6. Columbus Blue Jackets (from Chicago Blackhawks)

Kimelman -- Cutter Gauthier, LW, USA U-18 (NTDP): Gauthier's skating and shot are NHL-caliber and he's got a power forward build (6-2, 200) that will be even better when he works with an NHL strength coach. His 34 goals in 54 games were second on the NTDP. Gauthier will start at center next season at Boston College, adding more versatility to his game.
Morreale -- Cutter Gauthier: Gauthier is a powerful wing with a big shot and good set of hands capable of playing a power forward game. He had 65 points (34 goals, 31 assists) and five power-play goals in 54 games, and nine points (three goals, six assists) in six games for the U.S. at the World U-18s.

7. Ottawa Senators

Kimelman -- Joakim Kemell, RW, JYP (FIN): Kemell (5-9, 185) has the potential to be a big-time goal scorer in the NHL, and right wing is an area of need for the Senators; in the past 10 seasons Mark Stone is the only right wing to score at least 25 goals for Ottawa. Playing most of this season as a 17-year-old (he turned 18 on April 27), Kemell scored 15 goals in 39 games, the most by an under-18 player in Liiga since Kaapo Kakko scored 22 in 45 games in 2018-19.
Morreale -- Joakim Kemell: A shoulder injury sidelined him twice, totaling more than two months, but he still led Liiga rookies with 15 goals and was second with 23 points in 39 games. Kemell is a good skater with acceleration and speed who is considered a highly skilled playmaker that sees the ice well. He led Finland with six goals in five games at the World U-18s.

8. Detroit Red Wings

Kimelman -- Jonathan Lekkerimaki, RW, Djurgarden (SWE): Lekkerimaki (5-10, 171) has an NHL-caliber shot, with a one-timer or wrist shot he can use to pick corners. He's an excellent skater with good offensive instincts. A future top line with Lekkerimaki on one wing and Lucas Raymond on the other could be dynamic for the Red Wings.
Morreale -- Jonathan Lekkerimaki: A pure sniper with a hard wrist shot who plays a two-way game with good hands and explosiveness. He led the World U-18s with 15 points and 10 assists for first-place Sweden. He had nine points (seven goals, two assists) in 26 games with Djurgarden in the SHL.

9. Buffalo Sabres

Kimelman -- Matthew Savoie, C, Winnipeg (WHL): Savoie (5-9, 170) has the kind of dazzling offensive skill set teams can build around. He's considered one of the fastest skaters available, and NHL Central Scouting director Dan Marr called him, "Maybe the most natural goal scorer in this draft class."
Morreale -- Matthew Savoie: As one of the most dynamic skaters in the 2022 draft class, Savoie is a top-line playmaker with good hands and is exceptional on special teams. He was seventh in the Western Hockey League with 90 points (35 goals, 55 assists), and had 34 power-play points (12 goals, 22 assists) in 65 games.

10. Anaheim Ducks

Kimelman -- Kevin Korchinski, D, Seattle (WHL):The Ducks have Jamie Drysdale as an emerging No. 1 defenseman and 2021 second-round pick (No. 34) Olen Zellweger was named the best defenseman in the Western Hockey League this season, but Korchinski (6-2, 185) could be too good an option to pass on here. He led WHL rookie defensemen with 65 points (four goals, 61 assists) in 67 games and his playmaking ability ranks among the best at his position in this year's draft.
Morreale -- Pavel Mintyukov, D, Saginaw (OHL): Mintyukov (6-1, 194) is a creative, puck-moving defenseman with a high hockey IQ and is a strong skater. He's capable of creating a seamless transition and pushing the pace into the opposing end. He was the only OHL defenseman to lead his team in scoring, topping Saginaw with 62 points (17 goals, 45 assists) in 67 games. He also led OHL defensemen with three shorthanded goals.

11. San Jose Sharks

Kimelman -- Pavel Mintyukov: The Sharks need to get younger and more skilled at defenseman and Mintyukov is among the most gifted at the position in the 2022 draft class. He's an outstanding skater with high-end offensive instincts. There's a bit of risk/reward to his game, similar to San Jose defenseman Erik Karlsson in his prime, but Mintyukov's skating allows him to make up for any mistakes.
Morreale -- Denton Mateychuk, D, Moose Jaw (WHL): Mateychuk (5-10, 194) was third on Moose Jaw with 64 points (13 goals, 51 assists) in 65 games. He's considered a strong skater who can lead or join the rush for scoring opportunities, creating chances with his ability to anticipate plays.

12. Columbus Blue Jackets

Kimelman -- Danila Yurov, RW, Magnitogorsk (RUS): The Blue Jackets could take a chance with the highly skilled Yurov (6-1, 178). He didn't have a point in 21 games in the Kontinental Hockey League but his average of 1.57 points per game (36 points in 23 games) was fifth among players with at least 20 games in Russia's junior league. One scout compared his game to Hockey Hall of Famer Marian Hossa.
Morreale -- Marco Kasper, C, Rogle (SWE): Kasper (6-1, 187) has good hockey sense, great compete, an accurate shot and is a proven leader capable of playing center or wing. The Austria-born forward had a strong season in the Swedish Hockey League, and six points (two goals, four assists) in 12 games to help Rogle to its first Champions Hockey League title.

13. New York Islanders

Kimelman -- Denton Mateychuk: Getting more dynamic at defenseman could be an area of focus for the Islanders, who had one defenseman score more than five goals this season (Noah Dobson, 13) and lack a game-breaking prospect at the position. Mateychuk can use his outstanding skating as an impact offensive player but also knows how to utilize it smartly to defend. And while he doesn't have towering size, he's not afraid to play physically when needed.
Morreale -- Kevin Korchinski: The Islanders need high-end offensive-minded defensemen in their prospect pool and Korchinski generates scoring chances in all situations. He was second among WHL defensemen with 61 assists and was the first defenseman in the league since Darryl Sydor in 1989-90 (Kamloops, 66 assists) to have 60 or more assists in his first year of NHL draft eligibility.

14. Winnipeg Jets

Kimelman -- Marco Kasper: Kasper's athleticism, skating and offensive ability stood out against older competition in the SHL this season; his 11 points (seven goals, four assists) in 46 games led all under-18 players in the league. With the long-term future of top centers Mark Scheifele and Pierre-Luc Dubois unclear, the Jets likely will look to take the best center available.
Morreale -- Ryan Chesley, D, USA U-18 (NTDP): Chesley (6-foot, 201) is a solid skater who led NTDP defensemen with 12 goals this season. He defends well, can play physical and is consistently reliable. The right-hand shot, compared by some to Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh, will play at the University of Minnesota next season.

15. Vancouver Canucks

Kimelman -- Ryan Chesley: The Canucks need to add youth to their group of defensemen to go along with Quinn Hughes, and Chesley brings a bit of everything. A right-shot defenseman, he played primarily on the left side this season. He also played more of a shut-down role for the NTDP but showcased a high-end offensive game with the U-17 team in 2020-21 (34 points in 37 games). He'll likely be able to showcase more of those offensive skills next season at the University of Minnesota.
Morreale -- Conor Geekie, C, Winnipeg (WHL): Geekie (6-3, 190) fills a big need for Vancouver with more size down the middle. He's fantastic value at this point in the draft and hard to contain with his high-end compete and deceptive speed, and he's shifty in tight quarters. He had 70 points (24 goals, 46 assists) in 63 games.

16. Buffalo Sabres (from Vegas Golden Knights)

Kimelman -- Isaac Howard, LW, USA U-18 (NTDP): Howard (5-10, 180) led the NTDP with 82 points (33 goals, 49 assists) in 60 games and at the World U-18s with 11 points (six goals, five assists) in six games. He was overshadowed by some of his teammates but Howard's skating and strength down low in the offensive zone make him a standout prospect.
Morreale -- Lian Bichsel, D, Leksand (SWE): The Switzerland-born left-shot defenseman moves well for his size (6-5, 225), makes a good first pass out of the defensive zone and is aggressive in battles around the net. He had three points (one goal, two assists) and averaged 11:48 of ice time in 29 games this season, his first in the SHL.

17. Nashville Predators

Kimelman -- Owen Pickering, D, Swift Current (WHL): The Predators haven't selected a defenseman in the top two rounds of the draft since 2016 (Dante Fabbro, Samuel Girard) and Pickering (6-4, 180) is the right player to end that run. At 18 years old the left-handed shot was the top defenseman on a Swift Current team that struggled this season, but scouts liked how he responded to the adversity. He's a strong skater who is solid in his end, handled his high ice time well in all situations, and showed some offensive ability with 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists) in 62 games.
Morreale -- Rutger McGroarty, RW, USA U-18 (NTDP): A versatile player with great leadership skills, McGroarty (6-1, 204) thinks the game at a high level, will shoot the puck and competes all over the ice. He led the NTDP with 35 goals this season and will play at the University of Michigan next season.

18. Dallas Stars

Kimelman -- Lane Hutson, D, USA U-18 (NTDP): Hutson has a dynamic offensive game that stands out among players in his draft class; his 63 points (10 goals, 53 assists) in 65 games were the second-most ever by an NTDP defenseman (Cam York, 65, 2018-19). And fears about his size (5-8, 158) could be moot; he said an endocrinologist informed him his bone age is younger than his chronological age, and there's a good chance he could grow as tall as 5-11 while playing at least a season or two at Boston University.
Morreale -- Owen Pickering: Pickering might have the highest upside at this point in the draft. He's a good skater who defends well with his feet and reach, taking time away from opponents.

19. Minnesota Wild (from Los Angeles Kings)

Kimelman -- Jimmy Snuggerud, RW, USA U-18 (NTDP): Snuggerud (6-1, 188) was called the most improved player during his two seasons at the NTDP by his coach. He improved his skating, which allows him to get into more dangerous areas to use his shot, which is considered by scouts to be one of the best in this draft class. He's a straight-line player with a power forward game that should translate well to the pro level.
Morreale -- Filip Mesar, RW, Poprad (SVK): The Wild could use greater depth on wing and Mesar, who scouts have compared to Carolina Hurricanes forward Teuvo Teravainen, is a strong skater with a good understanding of the game. The right-hand shot (5-9, 174) has great vision, plays with intensity and has good offensive instincts. He had 16 points (eight goals, eight assists) in 37 games in the top professional league in Slovakia.

20. Washington Capitals

Kimelman -- Frank Nazar, C, USA U-18 (NTDP): Nazar (5-10, 180) is an explosive skater, and his speed allows him to pull away from defensemen or to use as a weapon to push defenders back to create space for himself. With Nicklas Backstrom's future uncertain, adding depth at center could be a direction the Capitals look.
Morreale -- Danila Yurov: Yurov is a smart, hard-working, two-way forward with good vision and a high compete level in all three zones. He's under contract in the KHL for at least one more season but taking a chance on him here could be a smart value move.

21. Pittsburgh Penguins

Kimelman - Jiri Kulich, C, Karlovy Vary (CZE): Kulich (5-11, 178) had a star turn at the World U-18s, leading the tournament with nine goals in six games and winning the most valuable player award. The tournament showcased the great speed and all-around play he displayed in Extraliga, and one scout compared him to Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak.
Morreale -- Nathan Gaucher, C, Quebec (QMJHL): A strong right-shot center who was used in all situations, Gaucher (6-3, 207) had 57 points (31 goals, 26 assists) in 66 games. He tied for first among Quebec Major Junior Hockey League skaters with five shorthanded goals and scored five power-play goals. Gaucher is strong on face-offs and is a solid presence in front of the opposing net and was an alternate captain this season.

22. Anaheim Ducks (from Boston Bruins)

Kimelman -- Conor Geekie: Geekie's skating has concerned some scouts, while others believe it's fine now and that as he fills out physically and develops his lower body, it will continue to improve. Adding Geekie here to go with Calder Trophy finalist Trevor Zegras and Mason McTavish, the No. 3 pick in the 2021 draft, could give Anaheim high-end center depth as it moves into a future without the retired Ryan Getzlaf.
Morreale -- Isaac Howard: The Ducks get value late in the first round by taking the leading scorer on the talented NTDP U-18 team. Howard has great quickness, instincts and is tenacious on pucks. He'll continue his development at the University of Minnesota Duluth next season.

23. St. Louis Blues

Kimelman -- Nathan Gaucher: With centers Ryan O'Reilly (31) and Brayden Schenn (30) each older than 30, it might be time to start thinking of the future through the middle. Gaucher is a big, strong center who would fit well with the Blues' physical, hard-forechecking style of play.
Morreale -- Liam Ohgren, LW, Djurgarden Jr. (SWE-JR): An explosive skater with speed, acceleration and balance, Ohgren (6-1, 201) could be a steal at this point in the draft. He plays with a lot of energy, is strong on the forecheck and has great work ethic. He had 58 points (33 goals, 25 assists) in 30 games in Sweden's junior league.

24. Minnesota Wild

Kimelman -- Luca Del Bel Belluz, C, Mississauga (OHL): Del Bel Belluz (6-foot, 179) is a good skater with strong puck control skills and quick hands that make him effective in tight spaces. He's also a committed 200-foot player. After taking centers Marco Rossi (No. 9) and Marat Khusnutdinov (No. 37) with their first two picks in the 2020 NHL Draft, the Wild could continue to enhance their skill at the position.
Morreale -- Jimmy Snuggerud: Snuggerud made tremendous strides in the second half of the season. He was second on the NTDP with seven power-play goals and had a goal and a game-high seven shots on goal at the 2022 BioSteel All-American Game. His ceiling is high because all the elements are there for a long, successful NHL career.

25. Toronto Maple Leafs

Kimelman -- Matias Havelid, D, Linkoping Jr. (SWE-JR): Havelid (5-9, 165) is an outstanding skater with a big shot from the blue line. He was second at the World U-18s with 12 points (four goals, eight assists) in six games to help Sweden win the tournament. Adding strength is a necessity, especially when it comes to playing in his end, but Havelid has all the qualities of a future NHL power-play quarterback.
Morreale -- Owen Beck, C, Mississauga (OHL): Beck (5-11, 187) tied for fifth among OHL rookies with 51 points and was ninth with 30 assists. He was voted best on face-offs in the OHL Eastern Conference coaches' poll after finishing second in the league in face-off winning percentage (60.6 percent; minimum 100 face-offs). Beck doesn't have much flash but might be one of the most consistent players in this draft class.

26. Montreal Canadiens (from Calgary Flames)

Kimelman -- Brad Lambert, C, Pelicans (FIN): After selecting Wright at No. 1, the Canadiens could continue to add depth at the position with Lambert, whose skating and speed drive his offensive game. He can use it to back off defenders and his strong edge work allows him to quickly create room for himself to get his shot off. He has played center and the wing and has top-level experience after playing in Liiga the past three seasons.
Morreale -- Rieger Lorenz, LW, Okotoks (AJHL): Lorenz (6-2, 194) dominated the Alberta Junior Hockey League, and was named rookie of the year after leading first-year players with 38 goals. He had a 16-game point streak from Dec. 4-Jan. 25 and led the AJHL with five shorthanded goals. Lorenz is a power forward with impressive skill.

27. Arizona Coyotes (from Carolina Hurricanes via Montreal Canadiens)

Kimelman -- David Goyette, C, Sudbury (OHL): After selecting a defenseman with their first pick, the Coyotes could opt for Goyette (5-10, 175), who is among the best skaters in this year's draft. He can execute at top speed and finished the season strong with 57 points (29 goals, 28 assists) in his final 45 games.
Morreale -- Noah Warren, D, Gatineau (QMJHL): The right-shot defenseman is physically mature (6-5, 224), has a good skating stride and scouts like his speed and agility. Arizona could use a few defensemen with an edge to their game in the pipeline and Warren checks those boxes. He had 24 points (five goals, 19 assists) in 62 games this season after four points (one goal, three assists) in 29 games in 2020-21.

28. Buffalo Sabres (from Florida Panthers)

Kimelman -- Tristan Luneau, D, Gatineau (QMJHL): The Sabres could use some depth on the right side of their defense and Luneau (6-1, 189) would be a good option here. He's a good skater with a strong, accurate shot he's able to get through traffic. He led Gatineau defensemen with 43 points (12 goals, 31 assists) in 43 games.
Morreale -- Frank Nazar: Nazar is a smart, skilled right-shot forward who plays with energy to be first on pucks and can play big minutes on the power play and penalty kill. He had 70 points (28 goals, 42 assists) in 56 games and nine points (three goals, six assists) in six games at the World U-18s. Nazar will play at the University of Michigan next season.

29. Edmonton Oilers

Kimelman -- Jagger Firkus, RW, Moose Jaw (WHL): One scout said among Firkus' best traits is his ability to hide in plain sight, almost appearing out of nowhere, then finding the back of the net with a quick, hard, accurate shot. With left-shot centers in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, giving them a scoring option at right wing like Firkus (5-10, 151), who led Moose Jaw with 80 points (36 goals, 44 assists) in 66 games, could add some needed youth and versatility to the Oilers offense.
Morreale -- Jiri Kulich: Kulich interviewed with all 32 NHL clubs at the NHL Scouting Combine, showing how interested teams are in him. Recognized as a goal-scorer and quick on his feet, the left-handed shot was a standout at the World U-18s. He's smart and is always on the move, looking to make things happen.

30. Winnipeg Jets (from New York Rangers)

Kimelman -- Rutger McGroarty: McGroarty was the captain of the NTDP U-18 team, which speaks to his leadership ability. His shot and hockey sense are NHL caliber, and his coach compared him to New York Islanders forward Anders Lee. McGroarty's skating also got better from last season to this season, and projects to keep improving as he continues to develop physically.
Morreale -- Luca Del Bel Belluz: A responsible, high-end center, Del Bel Belluz was used in all situations because of his good speed, skating ability, excellent hands and puck skills. Compared by some to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Anthony Cirelli, Del Bel Belluz was second on Mississauga with 76 points (30 goals, 46 assists) and led them with 12 power-play goals in 68 games.

31. Tampa Bay Lightning

Kimelman -- Rieger Lorenz: Lorenz's work ethic and physicality drive a skilled offensive game. He patterns his game after Lightning forward Alex Killorn, so adding a similar type of skilled, gritty player could be intriguing for Tampa Bay.
Morreale -- Reid Schaefer, LW, Seattle (WHL): The Lightning could bolster their pipeline with power forwards on the left side and Schaefer (6-3, 213) popped this season. He's good at protecting the puck, is strong along the boards and in front of the net and became an offensive threat this season. He had 58 points (32 goals, 26 assists) in 66 regular-season games, and was second among rookies in the WHL playoffs with 21 points (six goals, 15 assists) in 25 games.

32. Arizona Coyotes (from Colorado Avalanche)

Kimelman -- Ty Nelson, D, North Bay (OHL): Nelson's skating is outstanding going forward or backward. He can carry pucks out of his zone and lead the rush, and his ability to track back and keep a tight gap allows him to break up plays before they become dangerous and trigger transition offense. A right-handed shot, Nelson (5-10, 196) had 51 points (nine goals, 42 assists) in 66 games this season.
Morreale -- Brad Lambert:Arizona needs to continue to add depth up front, and at this spot Lambert would be a good pick. A skilled forward with playmaking skills, Lambert combines speed, agility, balance and a good work ethic, and he had 10 points (four goals, six assists) in 49 games in Liiga with JYP and Pelicans.
---
Listen: New episode of NHL Draft Class