#15 Colin White (C/RW) - U.S. National U18 Team / USDP
ROUND 3
#66 Jonas Siegenthaler (D) - ZSC Zürich / NLA
#74 Nicolas Meloche (D) - Baie-Comeau Drakkar / QMJHL
ROUND 4
#105 Brandon Montour (D) - UMass (Amherst) / NCAA
#113 Alex Lintuniemi (D) - Ottawa 67's / OHL
ROUND 5
#126 Jérémy Lauzon (D) - Rouyn-Noranda Huskies /QMJHL
ROUND 6
#165 Loik Léveillé (D) - Cape Brenton Screaming Eagles / QMJHL
ROUND 7
#195 Dmitri Zhukenov(C/RW) - Omskie Yastreby / MHL
#15
Colin White
Drafted: round 1, #15 overall by Dallas Stars
Born: 30th of January, 1997 in Hannover, Massachussets, USA
Age: 18
Position: Center/Right Wing
Shoots: Right
Height: 6'0" ft
Weight: 183 lbs
Jersey no.: 36
Scouting report:
A prolific scoring threat, Colin White is a strong 3-zone player with an eye for scoring chances. Thinks the game at a high level and always seeks to make an impact on the ice, with or without the puck. Never seems to be outbodied and is an exceptional skater. Puck-possession is definitely a strength. All-in-all, a skilled, 200-foot player that does all of the little things right and is able to make a large impact on the game and its outcome.
Type of player: Two-way forward
Line-up projection: Top six right-winger who can also take role of centreman
Offense/defense cellings: 84/71
Team comparable: Mikhail Grigorenko with inferior face-off ability
#66
Jonas Siegenthaler
Drafted: round 3, #66 overall by Dallas Stars
Born: 6th of May, 1997 in Zürich, SWITZERLAND
Age: 18
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Left
Height: 6'3" ft
Weight: 220 lbs
Jersey no.: 97
Scouting report:
Jonas Siegenthaler is a smooth skating defenseman with a tremendous combination of size and mobility. Keeps his game simple, by not risking too much and always looking to make a short safe pass. Needs to improve his shoot, despite most of the time being on target, his release is poor and it lacks power. Has fine hands and puck handling and his passes are soft and accurate, but like his shot they lack power. Stands his ground along the boards and is not afraid to use his body, while playing a reliable defensive game.
Type of player: Shut-down defenseman with some upside
Line-up projection: Bottom pairing defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 68/78
Team comparable: Kyle Quincey with inferior checking and positioning
#74
Nicolas Meloche
Drafted: round 3, #74 overall by Dallas Stars
Born: 18th of July, 1997 in LaSalle, Quebec, CANADA
Age: 17
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Right
Height: 6'3" ft
Weight: 205 lbs
Jersey no.: 21
Scouting report:
A smooth skating defenceman who can put up points, utilizing his strength behind his shot, and plays with an edge. Has very good awareness on the ice, and notices possible scoring chances before they happen. Very intelligent defensively and makes high percentage decisions in his own end. When at the top of his game, Nicolas Meloche can be a game-changing, physical two-way defenseman.
Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Top-four defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 74/74
Team comparable: Fedor Tyutin with more agresiveness
#105
Brandon Montour
Drafted: round 4, #105 overall by Dallas Stars
Born: 11th of April, 1994 in Ohsweken, Ontario, CANADA
Age: 21
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Right
Height: 6'1" ft
Weight: 172 lbs
Jersey no.: 62
Scouting report:
Montour is an offensively-inclined defenseman whose style of play can make him a bit of a risk, but he has become very good at anticipating when to jump up into the play and when to exercise caution. A late bloomer. Long-term he projects as a skating offensive defenseman capable of running a power play in the NHL. To reach that potential he will need added bulk and strength and continue to refine the positional aspects of his game on the defensive end.
Type of player: Puck-moving defenseman
Line-up projection: Top-four defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 77/71
Team comparable: Josh Godfrey with weaker shot but better playmaking skills
#113
Alex Lintuniemi
Drafted: round 4, #113 overall by Dallas Stars
Born: 23rd of September, 1995 in Helsinki, FINLAND
Age: 19
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Left
Height: 6'3" ft
Weight: 214 lbs
Jersey no.: 40
Scouting report:
Lintuniemi is a huge defensemen who likes to play a physical game. While his skating could still stand to improve, he has above average stick handling and passing skills. Lintuniemi is sometimes inconsistent in his own end, preferring to go for a big hit rather than a safe ride out, but his decision process should improve as he gains experience. Long-term he projects as a punishing defender. He will likely need some time at the minor pro level to reach that potential.
Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Bottom pairing defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 67/77
Team comparable: Cam Barker with weaker shot but better playmaking skills and slower feet
#126
Jérémy Lauzon
Drafted: round 5, #126 by Dallas Stars
Born: 28th of April 1997 in Val-d'-Or, Québec, CANADA
Age: 18
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Left
Height: 6'2" ft
Weight: 194 lbs
Jersey no.: 5
Scouting report:
A solid two-way defender, Lauzon has great hockey sense and plays a very smart game. He makes
crisp passes out of the zone, and on the point in the offensive end. Owns powerful and accurate shot
from the point. Lauzon is an excellent defensive defender with very good positioning, and active stick, and
the smarts to read the play. He played in all situations for the Huskies this season. Lauzon has very good
straight line speed in both directions but must work on his agility, edgework and pivots.
Type of player: Two-way defenseman
Line-up projection: Bottom pairing defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 69/74
Team comparable: Josh Godfrey with a bit of a weaker shot but harder hitting
#165
Loik Levéillé
Drafted: round 6, #165 by Dallas Stars
Born: 25th of September 1996 in St-Jérôme, Québec, CANADA
Age: 18
Position: Defenseman
Shoots: Right
Height: 6'0" ft
Weight: 220 lbs
Jersey no.: 26
Scouting report:
Loik Léveillé is a minute-munching defenseman that can be relied upon to provide defensive stability, as well as some offensive dynamic. Skates strikingly well, and is quick to notice small openings where he can initiate puck rushes and passing plays. Possesses solid puckhandling and individual skills. Can really protect the puck with his stocky frame and set of hands. All-in-all, a defenseman that offers a lot of positives at both ends of the ice, and can do all of the little things quite well.
Type of player: All-around defenseman
Line-up projection: Depth defenseman
Offense/defense cellings: 68/77
Team comparable: Poor man's Josh Godfrey
#195
Dmitri Zhukenov
Drafted: round 7, #195 by Dallas Stars
Born: 24th of March 1997 in Omsk, RUSSIA
Age: 18
Position: Centreman/Right Wing
Shoots: Right
Height: 5'11" ft
Weight: 170 lbs
Jersey no.: 27
Scouting report:
Zhukenov is a diligent offensive forward that is productive at both ends of the ice. Predatory offensive instincts compliment his competitiveness and motivation to stay ahead of the play. Sees the ice very well and is creative with his abilities, willing to battle in front of the net and do the things that other players of his size would not. His defensive zone play is fascinating because he is always very proactive positionally; that being said, his style of defensive play is not very refined, and ill-suited to a more physical brand of hockey. All-in-all, a distinguished two-way competitor that will have the potential to develop into a crafty offensive producer as he gets stronger.
Type of player: Playmaking forward
Line-up projection: Depth forward
Offense/defense cellings: 71/57
Team comparable: Centreman version of Sergei Tolchinsky
