And yes, Nick and Brett are brothers. Cooley was my No. With their first selection in the second round (36th overall), the Coyotes selected defenseman Artem Duda from the CSKA 2 program of the Russian Jr. circuit. But I think teams want to get their player that they want. After trading defenseman Jakob Chychrun, the Coyotes are staying committed to the rebuild process and their plethora of future draft picks. Age: 18 Ht/Wt: 5-10/181 Drafted: 2022 round one, third overall by Arizona Coyotes However, the totality of Ghosts career in the desert was a masterclass of how to rebuild. The Coyotes also own two . 11 to the Coyotes for No. The first round begins at 4 p.m. MST time and will be broadcast on ESPN. TEMPE, Ariz. The NHL's trade deadline has now passed and the Arizona Coyotes were very active, making a total of six moves, which were mainly aimed at continuing the team's rebuild through the NHL Draft. (Photo by Mike Stobe/NHLI via Getty Images), (Photo by Mike Stobe/NHLI via Getty Images). It's without question, that the Coyotes' top prospect in their system is forward Dylan Guenther. Coyotes nab F Logan Cooley in Bleacher Report's latest NHL mock draft, Shane Doan: Work now begins for Coyotes in next phase of arena plans, Coyotes offseason primer: Free agents, trade options and draft picks galore, Arizona Coyotes lose by 5 goals to Hurricanes, Coyotes trade Nick Ritchie in package for brother Brett, per reports, GM: Jakob Chychrun trade probably the best deal for Coyotes, Coyotes trade Nick Bjugstad, Dineen to Oilers for Michael Kesselring, draft pick, Arizona Coyotes trade Jon Gillies to Blue Jackets for 2023 6th-round pick, Voracek, Arizona Coyotes end back-to-back with loss to Stars. Pretend you've only got one second. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Cooley lacks size, but he plays hard. The Montreal Canadiens have acquired centreman Christian Dvorak from the Arizona Coyotes, agreeing to part with their highest first-round pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft (top-10. When healthy Zlnka looked like a winger with a very high skill level who could make highly-creative plays and flashed a strong shot. This draft is set to be a big one for Arizona, which owns seven selections in the drafts top 45 picks. Dudas main limitation is his skating. In 2021-22, Langlois ranked among team-leaders in goals (5th), assists (T-1st) and points (2nd) and finished in the top-10 in goals (T-8th), points (10th) and points per game (0.78, T-10th) among QMJHL defensemen (min. The Coyotes had been working on a trade for Chychrun for almost two full seasons. Armstrong said that is something he and his staff have discussed, and it's something he went through when he was an amateur scout for the St. Louis Blues and they had two first-round picks at the 2010 NHL Draft. The only question that remains now is where this all stops over the next few months. Arizona has added two highly talented prospects now at a premium position to go alongside Barrett Hayton in the organization. Per Kristin Shilton of ESPN, the first-round pick is top-five protected, becoming an unprotected first-round pick in 2024 if met. Arizona Coyotes: Logan Cooley, C, USA U18 (NTDP) Matty Beniers' high-IQ, two-way game went No. The Coyotes are trading Nick Bjugstad and Cam Dineen to the Oilers in exchange for a third-round pick and defenseman Michael Kesselring. This seems like we've been at this for 300 weeks already. It depends on who you get in the bank right off the get-go, and you can go from there. The Chychrun sweepstakes has ended and it was a surprise team, the Ottawa Senators, coming out on top. The only saving grace is that all three picks, even if the conditions are met, are in the first two rounds. The Zamboni word mark and configuration of the Zamboni ice resurfacing machine are registered trademarks of Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. 2023. Also, two of the three picks are conditioned. The 6-foot-2, 187-pound Lutz appeared in 14 games for Munchen, tallying 1-2-3, eight penalty minutes (PIM) and a plus-four rating in Germany's highest professional league. The Coyotes' front office had the most amusing fit for any team at the 2022 NHL draft in Montreal. Skating: Above NHL average At the Coyotes media day at the start of training camp for the 2022-23 season, Chychrun said he and the team agreed early in the 2021-22 season to work on a trade. Acquired in a trade with San Jose for a 2023 seventh-round pick, the Coyotes used their final 2022 pick in the seventh round (204th overall) on forward Adam Zlnka from Sioux Falls (USHL). It feels as though the Coyotes could have recouped a bit more for Ghost than a 2026 third-round pick. As GM Bill Armstrong assembles a colossal swarth of draft picks for his scouting team to dine upon next summer, the Coyotes are on another collision course for the basement of the NHL standings. Stats reflect time with the Coyotes only. Grades and analysis for both deals are below. In part due to him lacking footspeed but in general I find he can fade into the background of games and not assert himself. Analysis: Lamoureux is a huge right-shot defenseman who plays hard. He's an imposing figure on offense and his size makes him tough to play against along the wall. Analysis: Morden is a big defenseman who skates quite well for his size and can break up a lot of plays. Still, this class is defined by the very top. With the puck on his stick he can make a lot of tough plays, mostly as a handler but with flashes of playmaking. Analysis: Geekie has drawn a lot of interest from NHL teams because hes a 6-foot-3 center with a high skill level. His 27 assists ranked tied for second on the team while his 41 points ranked tied for third and paced Krasnaya Armiya defensemen in goals and assists. Like Shea Weber, Voracek may never play for Arizona. 2 center with power play time. As a 6-foot-1 defender who is good but not dynamic offensively with OK feet, its hard to see what his NHL role would be, but he has a lot of talent to give him a chance to play. The Coyotes traded Chychrun to the Ottawa Senators for a conditional first-round draft pick in 2023, a conditional second-round selection in 2024, and a second-round pick in 2026. ", Chris Peters writes: "The Coyotes had to take some swings in this draft and I think theyve got their No. 199293 . Bedard most recently became the youngest WHL player in history to score 50 goals in his mind-bending 51-goal, 100-point sophomore season with the Pats, and could even surpass that mark this year. Matikka, who was ranked 32nd among international skaters by Central Scouting, is committed to the University of Denver (NCAA) beginning in the 2022-23 season. His season wasnt perfect by any means, especially for a small center in this range, but the upside is huge with Cooley and if he hits, Arizona has a foundational player to build around for years to come which they desperately need. Also yesterday, the Coyotes traded forward Nick Bjugstad and defenseman Cam Dineen to the Edmonton Oilers for defenseman Michael Kesselring and a 2023 3rd-round draft pick. Finishing the season with just 25 wins, the Arizona Coyotes turn their attention to a critical offseason for the future of the franchise. He's a plus skater, plays a physical game, works hard and has a fierce, if eccentric, shot. For taking on his $4.5 million cap hit these past two seasons, the Coyotes were rewarded with a second-round pick in 2022, a seventh-round pick in 2022, two strong seasons of play from Ghost, and now a 2026 third-round pick. When he has the puck on his stick you instantly notice him because of his high-end speed, skill and offensive IQ. No. Lutz has NHL tools, though, and I can see him being a bottom-six winger. Conor Geekie's makeup is very uncommon, and if everything goes right, he could be a top-line center. Background: Cooley has been the leading player in the 2004 age group for the U.S. NTDP the last two years, although his pure production doesnt blow you away. It's an OK trade for the Senators, who are in the . In an article like this, he makes it incredibly boring to talk about him hes simply elite in every category. HARTFORD, CT - New York Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury announced today the completion of a three-team trade with the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks and Arizona Coyotes. After trading their original first-round pick at No. Prior to his first season playing in North America in 2021-22, Zlinka competed for Assat's U18 and U16 teams in Finland's junior leagues from 2019-21 as well as the HK Poprad program in the Slovakia junior ranks (2017-19). pic.twitter.com/wqzyQQNiW0. Nah, There is Reason for Hope! I also had Jeremy Langlois ranked in my Top 100, which gives Arizona seven players from my list. If Arizona is picking Dvorsky, they were either too good this year, or Dvorsky was. 201 - Keontay Ingram, RB, USC Round 6: No. Corey Pronman grades how the team performed at the 2022 NHL Draft, and details what to expect from the prospects and how they fit into the farm system. He lacks NHL mobility and doesnt have much pace in his game. The Coyotes now have 12 picks in the 2022 class, including three first-round picks and five second round picks. Morden is committed to play at Harvard University (NCAA) in 2022-23 where he'll be teammates with 2019 Coyotes Draft pick (3rd round, 76th overall) John Farinacci. They also now have three second-round picks in 2024. The Ottawa Senators acquired Jakob Chychrun from the Arizona Coyotes on Wednesday in exchange for a conditional 2023 first-round draft pick, a 2024 conditional second-round pick. Puck skills: NHL average He did suffer a knee injury earlier in 2022 that could play a role in where Jiricek lands. He will be a top-six center in the NHL and has the kind of individual skills that can draw fans to a team that wants to grow an audience. In return for an elite player, the Coyotes get three draft picks, a conditional first-round pick in 2023, a conditional second-round pick in 2024, and a second-round pick in 2026. Offense is the question in his game. An A1 top end center prospect like Bedard has never been seen before in the desert, and would give the Coyotes the best shot theyve ever had at building a championship team. You certainly look at the draft in different ways. The Coyotes traded Chychrun to the Ottawa Senators for a conditional first-round draft pick in 2023, a conditional second-round selection in 2024, and a second-round pick in 2026. Geekie projects as middle-six center with a chance to play higher in the lineup. The first round of the 2022 NHL draft is scheduled for July 7. Unfortunately, that number also landed them in the next to last spot in the league. So that just helps further stock our picks for future drafts.". I can debate whether Id have taken Maveric Lamoureux at 29 or Artem Duda at 36, but in the totality of the draft, the talent they brought in was quite significant. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Hockey sense: NHL average To be a Coyotes fan has also meant for many years now to be a fan of the draft. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. A strong forward still filling into his frame, Juraj Slafkovsky shot up draft boards after being named tournament MVP at the 2022 Olympics, scoring seven goals in as many games for Team Slovakia. The Weingarten, GER native represented Germany at the 2022 IIHF U18 World Championship and registered 2-2-4 and 12 PIM in four games to lead the team in scoring. Previously, Corey worked in a similar role at ESPN. While the top prospect in the draft may be forwards, Nemec gives the Coyotes a solid option should they look to solidify the blue line. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. NHL 2023. . His scoring production saw him finish tied for second on the team in goals, third in points and led the team in points per game (1.10) among skaters who appeared in at least 30 contests. NHL.com is the official web site of the National Hockey League. Arizona Coyotes Draftpicks | Puckpedia Check out myPuckPedia GM Mode to make some moves! 1.3K 121K views 7 months ago Watch as NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announces multiple trades from the Montreal Canadiens, with the Canadiens trading Alexander Romanov to the New York Islanders for. And I think with the depth of it, I can see us making all those picks. Nemec was also a member of Team Slovakia at the 2022 Olympics, where he had one assist in seven games. 1 pick. The regular season schedule was released on July 6, 2022. Compete: Below NHL average The Burlington, ON native also appeared in two games for Muskegon (USHL) as well as three games for Team Canada at the 2022 IIHF U18 World Championship. Hockey sense: Above NHL average The Coyotes will acquire a conditional first-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, which is top-5 protected. With the pick, the Coyotes take Conor Geekie. Immediate impact players all around for Arizona heading into 2023. So if you're dealing with a team, they're also pushing money back your way. Details:https://t.co/OAd6uDNnWM. A native of Moskva, RUS, Duda's 2021-22 also saw him play four games for Zvezda Moskva in the VHL level as well posting 1-5-6 over seven games for CSKA's U18 team. The Coyotes traded a 2023 third-round pick they previous owned to Chicago for the 94th overall pick in the 2022 Draft. Compete: NHL average Geekie can make plays and run a power play, showing good vision and finish from the perimeter. The puck drop is at 7:30 p.m. The Arizona Coyotes' second-round pick went to the San Jose Sharks as the result of a trade on July 7, 2022, that sent a first-round pick in 2022 (11th overall) to Arizona in exchange for Carolina's first-round pick in 2022 (27th overall), the Islanders' second-round pick in 2022 (45th overall) and this pick. The Helsinki, FIN native collected 26-22-48, 26 PIM and a plus-five rating in 49 games at the under-20 level from 2020-22. Arizona certainly can afford to take a risk after having two other picks earlier in the night, but I don't like reaching for Lamoureux here.". The 2022-23 Arizona Coyotes season is the 44th season and the National Hockey League (NHL) franchise that was established on June 22, 1979, the 27th season since the franchise relocated from Winnipeg following the 1995-96 NHL season, and the 51st overall season, including the World Hockey Association years. The 202223 Arizona Coyotes season is the 44th season and the National Hockey League (NHL) franchise that was established on June 22, 1979, the 27th season since the franchise relocated from Winnipeg following the 199596 NHL season,[1] and the 51st overall season, including the World Hockey Association years. Background: Duda was a top defenseman for one of the best junior teams in Russia, playing all situations for CSKAs MHL team. The 2024 second-round pick becomes a top ten protected first-round pick in 2024 if the Senators reach the Eastern Conference Finals. 131 overall, Round 5 D Matthew Morden, No. Conor Geekie is a big center with really good hands. 2 in the draft last year; the same applies to Cooley, the prospective No. He's a strong pick and I would have given the Coyotes an A had Wright been selected before, but I'm not sure Cooley's a better pick, especially since the two play the same position. draft pick has 223 goals and 583 assists between . A teammate of Coyotes 2022 1st round pick Conor Geekie, Benson is poised for another big year in the WHL. 6 min read Coyotes 2021 top draft pick Dylan Guenther holds a team jersey with General Manager Bill Armstrong Wednesday at Gila River Arena. Chemistry with Geekie isnt nothing, and a top end offensive talent could pair nicely with the likes of Geunther and Cooley, the more high-end skilled prospects in the Coyotes pipeline. There were many moves made before the trade deadline this year and many of those happened days or weeks in advance. "It's a little spotty in some areas, but there's some good players there. After that they went to work adding a lot of big guys who can play into their system. 27 overall that they received in the deal to. The work is not close to over yet they still need a lot more talent but I can see Cooley and Conor Geekie becoming important players for them long-term and at least one more regular coming from this class, if not more. The Jakob Chychrun saga in Arizona has reached its conclusion. Arizona has wanted a player like this for ages and Fantilli makes the most sense in terms of a team fit. Analysis: Lutzs talent stands out when you watch him. News: We have acquired a 2023 sixth-round draft choice from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for goaltender Jon Gillies. His brother Morgan Geekie plays for the Seattle Kraken. His size is the biggest draw, as he stands at 6-7. Analysis: Langlois is interesting due to his hockey sense. NHL, the NHL Shield, the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup and NHL Conference logos are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. 11 overall) Bleacher Report: Coyotes get a D+. Nov 23, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Arizona Coyotes defenseman Jakob Chychrun (6) looks on against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at PNC Arena. Puck skills: Below NHL average But draft luck aside, Fantilli is a player I can see Arizona reaching for at pick #2, taking at pick #3, or possibly getting lucky enough to grab at #4, depending on how the lottery shakes out. The Coyotes on Wednesday traded the defensemen to the Senators in exchange for three draft picks, ending Chychrun's seven-year run . 1 ranked player, they got him at third and I think he sets them up well in the long term. The Coyotes seemed to panic as their original demands werent met, and the Senators took advantage. Arizona Coyotes is a trademark of IceArizona Hockey Co LLC. They're pursuing that anywhere from, you know, three weeks out.". The Arizona Coyotes ended the season eighth in the Central Division with 57 points. Hockey sense: Above NHL average ", Adam Herman writes: "In a vacuum, landing Logan Cooley at third overall is a major catch. If he makes the NHL, I think he likely tops out as a third-pairing D-man. Arizona would pick fourth if a team other than themselves or the Canadiens win both draws. His stick bangs the ice to demand his teammate's attention and his feet automatically pursue the puck hard when it escapes his team's clutches. But taking him over Shane Wright is beyond perplexing. Thoughts on the pick: There was always an expectation that Arizona wanted to get bigger in this draft, and after getting Conor Geekie, they get the biggest top prospect in Lamoureux. 3 in 2022 NHL Draft, Corey Pronman writes: "TheCoyotesgot the player with arguably the most upside in the draft in Logan Cooley. Should the Canadiens secure a top two selection, the Coyotes would pick no later than No. Background: Lamoureux played a large role for Drummondville, often logging big minutes and was a regular on their second PP unit. Rounds 2-7 will run on NHL Network and ESPN+ beginning at 8 a.m. on Friday. Puck skills: Below NHL average Weber will likely never play for the Coyotes due to injuries. Last season, he enjoyed a point-per-game scoring pace, as well as being a force in the WHL playoff picture for the Ice. Hes a 6-foot defenseman though who doesnt skate or defend that well, which will be the main questions on him as he advances levels. After trading defenseman Jakob Chychrun, the Coyotes are staying committed to the rebuild process and their plethora of future draft picks. We have also acquired the contract of forward Jakub Vorek in the deal.https://t.co/BIdqiPsJwg. In return for Ghost, who had just scored his 300 NHL point, the Coyotes received a 2026 third-round pick. No. "The Coyotes' anticipated move in 2022-23 from Gila River Arena in Glendale to a temporary Arizona venue raises a number of matters that the league and the NHLPA will need to work through.. While I didnt list Morden, I think hes got a lot of upside as a big defenseman just growing into his body. .mw-parser-output .legend{page-break-inside:avoid;break-inside:avoid-column}.mw-parser-output .legend-color{display:inline-block;min-width:1.25em;height:1.25em;line-height:1.25;margin:1px 0;text-align:center;border:1px solid black;background-color:transparent;color:black}.mw-parser-output .legend-text{}Win (2 points) ", Mary Clarke writes: "While Conor Geekies skating may not be up to par just yet, his hockey IQ makes him a great utility center with offensive upside. The Coyotes may not be anything to talk about right now, but in a few years from now players like Geekie and Cooley will make their marks on the league. Lawson Crouse scored his 20th goal of the season for the Arizona Coyotes in a five-goal loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. "As you seen (sic) last year at the draft, we were able to walk out of the draft with three first-rounders and a host of other picks. Clayton Keller and Barrett Hayton scored for the Coyotes, who finished a back-to-back after beating Chicago at home on Tuesday night. The Coyotes will play Shayne Gostisbehere and the Carolina Hurricanes at Mullett Arena in Tempe tonight. In 63 games with Kingston, Wright was nearly at an assist per game pace with 62 on the season. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Arizona Coyotes / Unsigned Drafted 2021 round 2 #43 overall by Arizona Coyotes Agency PREMIUM Read complete scouting report from EP draft guide Fedotov wants the puck. Wright has been the consensus top pick for some time and backed it up with a stellar 2021-22 season with Kingston in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). Fantilli may not be as high end skills-wise as Bedard or Michkov, but has a big frame, has high-end skating ability, and is skilled at the center position. All NHL team jerseys customized with NHL players' names and numbers are officially licensed by the NHL and the NHLPA. "Most teams, it's money in, money out. 3 in 2022 NHL Draft, Arizona Coyotes aim for European talent on second day of NHL Draft, Arizona Coyotes announce regular season schedule for inaugural season at ASU, NHL draft grades: Arizona Coyotes' 2022 picks receive different marks. TRADE . They also have No. Analysis: Zlnkas season was ended prematurely due to a knee injury. With a right-handed shot, Wright possesses elite playmaking ability highlighted by his passing, as well as being able to score the puck. All rights reserved. (Photo of Logan Cooley: Eric Bolte / USA Today). "Jakob was a . INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 01: A empty podium is seen where linebacker Jalen Carter of Georgia was due to speak at the 2023 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 01, 2023 in Indianapolis . It is their first season playing their home games at Mullett Arena. The 18-year-old center is the No. Loss (0 points) Geekie contrasts Cooley due to his massive frame while also having a lot of skill. Hockey sense: Below NHL average 29. Hes not afraid to fight for pucks and use his size, but also has the ability with the puck to make dazzling passes and set up his teammates. BUFFALO --The Arizona Coyotes are planning to use all seven of their picks in the first two rounds of the 2022 Upper Deck NHL Draft, general manager Bill Armstrong said.