habsguy26

I missed the Plekanec call. He's never really been that type of player from what I remember. But I still haven't seen it. 

Vanek is playing with his head up his... you know what. Looks lost out there. Not sure what's going on there but I think any chances of him getting a contract with Montreal died off completely because of his performance and body language during this series versus the Rangers.

Never count us out! Never say die! 

Moore will surely get at least 2. 

I don't like the fact they left off a bunch of the OHL's leading scorers. Besides that, I wouldn't change a thing.

I think once Raymond plays a few games in Toronto, you guys will see why Vancouver and 28 other teams passed.. haven't seen a lazier player since Alex Kovalev

Nice Blog

Although I agree with the latter,  I think Kunitz makes the squad.

Thank you Rod. Also HF, I agree 100%. One forward to keep an eye on from Hamilton would be Gabriel Dumont, who played a couple of games last season. Also, look for Parros/Bourque to be put in and out of the lineup. Notice Rene Bourque isn't in my line up, I feel he is more of an asset in the press box, where an injury is not very likely to occur. As long as he remains un-injured, he could be one of Montreal's biggest trading assests (apart from Desharnais, who I feel if he doesn't have a great bounce back season would fetch a high return).

Personally I think the three finalists should be: Andrei Markov, Ryan Getzlaf and maybe Crosby. Also, I think Lupul would have been a better nominee from the Leafs, IMO.

How many Habs games have you watched this year?

Thanks for the feedback, Jammer

I'm also really high on Horvat, I saw him play a few times in London... excellent player

Thanks for your input HF

Elliot would have been a nice goalie to add. But didn't the Blues just sign him to a new deal?

Uh... ya Vancouver is pretty baby'd by the league. It may be tough to see from inside the box but ask any other fan and they'll say yes..

Lol prejudice? Buddy if you think the league is out to get your team you must have you head somewhere the sun don't shine... Vancouver is one the league's golden boy's, I'm amazed Hansen even got suspended.

Good read

Personally I love the shootout.

@hf101

The entire first line played for Montreal last season. Brenden Gallagher appears to be the only NHL ready prospect, but lock out or not, the Habs want him to have atleast 1 year of pro experience due to his small frame.

I don't think so. The have an AHL all star goalie in Desjardins, WHL 50 goal scorer Gallagher, Holland who amassed 100+ points in the WHL, Bournival, Ellis, and Beaulieu have won the Memorial cup in the last 2 years and Tinordi is an absolute BEAST! The only thing this team really lacks is veteran leadership which may hurt them in the long run but every where else, the team is absolutely stacked.

Last year was disappointing for the Dogs', yes, but last year they didn't have good depth, and now they are being called "too deep"...

Great Work.

Haven't the Leafs been in need of a bounce back since '68?

Anyways, good read.

Another nice job Habsguy! The one obvious miss to me is Kyle Palmieri of the Ducks. I would have put him in the top 3 actually. He scored 33 goals in 50+ games in his first year in the AHL and added 4 goals in 18 games playing sparingly for the Ducks during a call up. He as star written all over him.Agree with all the other choices, although Scott Glennie is a guy to keep an eye on for Dallas. He had a slow start to his pro career only scoring 12 times in a full year of AHL for the Texas Stars, but I still think Braydon Schenn's former junior linemate will make a name for himself next year. Would not have included him in the top 10 though, just because of his AHL strugggles. Great job once again!

Kyle Palmieri has played more than 25 NHL games, which was why I didn't put him in. But thank you Jammer for the comment!

Found it on Google

Looks like fun coming up for all HF members! Thanks HF for putting all of this stuff together. Speaking for everyone signed up, you are truly a valued member of this community.

Thanks Idaho, you consistently leave positive comments and it lets me know atleast someone enjoys these! I am always learning stuff too, especially by doing these Future Watch blogs!

Thanks for the info @jammer2, in that case I definitely see him on the Isles, thanks!

Trade will most likely not go through, he didn't waive his NMC or whatever apparently...

Nice blog, good read!

@hf101 thanks for the suggestion

I think Strome definitely makes the Islander's next season. His hands are like silk, amazing skater and amazing vision plus the NHL ready shot. Only way he doesn't make the Islanders is if brass thinks he needs to play in the OHL/AHL (not sure if he's AHL eligible yet) to make sure he adds about 10-20 pounds of muscle.

@flyerrod I think I have Wellwood placed perfectly. He may have had a good post season, but I think the 6 ahead of him are going to be better overall NHL players in the long haul. If this series was called "Habsguy26's best playoff rookies" or whatever he'd be right behind Krieder.

Rad, you're so right. I don't believe you can choose between the OHL and CHL. I was finishing this up around 2 am last night, glad you caught that!

Thanks OC, and yeah, thats what years of horrible trades will get ya!

Can I asked you guys who I missed? If it's Schenn or Coots it was because I didn't really consider them prospects anymore because they stuck with the Flyers last year.

Thanks, ho! I actually considered putting Scott Laughton in the honourable mentions but I think Cousins and Wedgewood have more potential to be valuable NHL players than Laughton does.. If there was a fourth spot I probably would have put him though.Thanks for your input!