pilldoc Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 95. Denver Barkey, C, LONDON (OHL) April 27, 2005 | 5′ 9″ | 155 pounds Tier: Has a chance to play games Skating: Above NHL average Puck skills: NHL average Hockey sense: NHL average Compete: Above NHL average Background: Barkey played a big role on London this season and was an important part of Canada’s Hlinka team as well. He was the 16th pick in his OHL Draft. Analysis: Barkey has a lot of things to like about his game. He has good skill and vision and he competes his butt off. He plays without fear and gets to the inside which is what you like to see from a smaller player. He’s a good skater, with strong speed and edgework and has shown in junior he can be a reliable two-way player. Whether the toolkit is dynamic enough at his size to be an NHL player, though, is up for debate but you love the way he plays. From the Athletic 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer2 Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 The highlights looked impressive. Great speed and compete level. All the reports I read were strong character, amazing work ethic, never say die attitude...me like!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OccamsRazor Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 4 minutes ago, jammer2 said: The highlights looked impressive. Great speed and compete level. All the reports I read were strong character, amazing work ethic, never say die attitude...me like!!! Danny B recognizes talent can come in small packages as he was there at one point as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesesteak Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer2 Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 14 hours ago, Cheesesteak said: Have not been to a Spits game in a while, but I'm certainly gonna circle the London games now! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyClarkeFan16 Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 Think of a physical and faster Mats Zuccarello and you've got Denver Barkey. And if you didn't see his performance in the playoffs for London, you missed one of the best performances from a player. And here's the thing - he might end up with one more growth spurt and if he adds two inches and 20 pounds, you now have a 5'11, 175 pound center. This is an absolute sleeper of a pick. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jammer2 Posted July 1, 2023 Share Posted July 1, 2023 16 hours ago, BobbyClarkeFan16 said: Think of a physical and faster Mats Zuccarello and you've got Denver Barkey. And if you didn't see his performance in the playoffs for London, you missed one of the best performances from a player. And here's the thing - he might end up with one more growth spurt and if he adds two inches and 20 pounds, you now have a 5'11, 175 pound center. This is an absolute sleeper of a pick. Have heard rave reviews about his playoff performance. Carried the Knights some games. Really love this pick! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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