Claimed: The Next Americans?

[Gooningitup 1,290]

Last season New York entered a rebuild, they selected Sergei Komarov, and Igor Mjers to help with the forming of this core. Ike Arkander a goalie from Sweden declared he would only play in New York and would not leave Sweden without proof he will only play there. He now plays in the VHLM preparing to be New Yorks next best goalie. However thats is not what we are here to talk about, its the next wave the S57 draft class that brings in more players to build this franchise core.

 

We will play a few scenarios and tell us who and why we feel they will be selected. 

 

First scenario is New York drafting first overall.

 

Chase Keller

 

This is a no brainer, barring him stating he does not wish to play here. He is the concensus number 1 pick. He is the total package a franchise player in the same elk, as Gabriel Mcallister last season. He has already shown himself to be an elite player on a bad team. Leading the VHLM with 11 goals in 5 games. Tying him with Sergei whose scored similar in 9. This would make for a leathal one two punch for the Americans for many seasons to come. 

 

Second scenario New York drafts 2nd.

 

Boner

 

Its possible he can fall, both Casey Jones and Mat Johnson are close on his heels. With Gow, Louth not too far behind them. However as it stands he is the net best prospect. A hard hitting defender who can anchor the blueline for a long time. Boner brings great pedigree just like Ay Ay Ron he will be a highly coveted defender in the draft. If he continues his pace he should likely be the 2nd overall choice this season.

 

Now thats the Americans pick, onto Riga this pick could fall anywhere from 5-10 depending on how deep they go. Making it impossible to predict so early. So we will select a few names that could see themselves selected. 

 

Mats Johnson

 

Hes unlikely to fall, i suspect out of the top 5 without a big push from others behind him. Alot of this is due to his position and the fact that 2 big names ahead of him are goalies. Which effects their stock. If he falls and others picked before him he seems like a legit man ready to be a top 2 man for years to come.

 

Casey Jones

 

Again like Mats it will play out depending on need and, preferance. Jones plays with Komarov and the two of them have great chemistry. It doesnt hurt that he is a top 2 defender with a HOF agent behind him either.

 

Jeff Gow

 

Will he bust or wont he? The Gow family has seen serious success in the VHL, however a few wonder if he is burnt out. If he can have the success his family has enjoyed. Things have worked out really well so far, and he could compliment Sergei or Keller if picked.

 

Keaton Louth

 

New face turning heads, him and Gow are the guys who have the most likely chance to fall to the Americans. That is not a knock on them. Last year they would be competing for top 3 and top 5. Just that strong a top end draft. Louth should slide in nicely to a top 4 role in the near future.

 

The Americans should land 2 quality players, who can help build the core this team hopes to carry it too many cups in the near future.

Edited August 15, 2017 by Gooningitup

[Kendrick 4,714]

I have a brother?

[Gooningitup 1,290]

2 minutes ago, Kendrick said:

I have a brother?

 

I was reading NHL article on Phoenix prospect Clayton Keller lol so i accidently wrote him in.

[Da Trifecta 1,896]

[Kendrick 4,714]

1 hour ago, Gooningitup said:

 

I was reading NHL article on Phoenix prospect Clayton Keller lol so i accidently wrote him in.

He's pretty damn good, so I don't blame you.

[solas 1,946]

should really be looking out for S58 though 

[Beaviss 4,949]

If I go top 5 I'd nut 

[Gudnason 607]

Review: Nice analysis of the available players that New York can draft. I would imagine that NY would land more than a couple of decent players this draft with the picks they have. You ended up landing in the right spot after all, maybe.