COMMITTED UND Recruits

[hockeytherapy13]

7 hours ago, AlphaMikeFoxtrot said:

Schloss-whiff, the opposite of a Schloss-bomb. Looks like Sanderson just barely made the Sept 15th cutoff.

Was he on anybody’s radar?? Other than the penguins, of course. 

[scpa0305]

I’m still blown away Laurila didn’t go until the 5th.  He should have went late second  to 3-4. I’d bet top $ he plays in the nhl for at least 7-8 years 

[Und Princess]

Just now, scpa0305 said:

I’m still blown away Laurila didn’t go until the 5th.  He should have went late second  to 3-4

I agree @scpa0305

[AlphaMikeFoxtrot]

12 hours ago, hockeytherapy13 said:

Was he on anybody’s radar?? Other than the penguins, of course. 

Our staff to recruit him, as well as the NTDP borrowing him for a weekend. It'd be interesting to know what his role was this year in Muskegon.

[Und Princess]

Will someone please tell me all the names of our newly drafted players? I know Reschny and Laurila. Am I missing anyone? I'm  making a blog post within the next day or 2.

[tnt]

9 minutes ago, Und Princess said:

Will someone please tell me all the names of our newly drafted players? I know Reschny and Laurila. Am I missing anyone? I'm  making a blog post within the next day or 2.

You’re missing Cooper Simpson, Carter Sanderson, Caleb Heil and Ashton Schultz.

[Und Princess]

6 minutes ago, tnt said:

You’re missing Cooper Simpson, Carter Sanderson, Caleb Heil and Ashton Schultz.

Oh! Thank you!!! I can't believe missed those.  I'm making a blog post about the draft on From the Stands To The Spotlight within the next day or two. The url is https://ftstspotlight.blogspot.com/?m=1

[brianvf]

Projections for 2026 draft already coming out. 
I'm really interested to see how Verhoeff handles the jump to NCAA as a really young Dman.

 

[scpa0305]

11 hours ago, brianvf said:

Projections for 2026 draft already coming out. 
I'm really interested to see how Verhoeff handles the jump to NCAA as a really young Dman.

 

He’ll be just fine  

[AlphaMikeFoxtrot]

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/06/29/sports/bruins-development-camp-players-to-watch/

 

Will Zellers, LW

 

One of the top prospects acquired in Boston’s trade-deadline teardown in March, Zellers has elevated his stock since being acquired from the Avalanche in the Charlie Coyle deal. The 2024 third-round pick was a force last season with Green Bay Gamblers — winning USHL Player of the Year honors after compiling 44 goals and 71 points in 52 games. The only players to score more goals than Zellers since the 2001-02 season? Kevin Roy (54), Matt Coronato (48), Macklin Celebrini (46), Thomas Vanek (46), and Rem Pitlick (46). The 5-10 Zellers has a dangerous release, while also possessing the willingness to skate in Grade-A ice to cash in on quality chances. For a Bruins team short on high-end offensive talent, Zellers — who will play at the University of North Dakota in the fall — has the potential to be a 25-goal regular.

[AlphaMikeFoxtrot]

12 hours ago, brianvf said:

Projections for 2026 draft already coming out. 
I'm really interested to see how Verhoeff handles the jump to NCAA as a really young Dman.

 

No Cooper Williams? #chippaz

[nascar99]

Just now, AlphaMikeFoxtrot said:

No Cooper Williams? #chippaz

He's a late 1st rounder for me, but will be an early 2nd rounder for others as of now

[Und Princess]

Good Morning!!! How was your weekend.  New content regarding the draft just dropped onto my blog!!!  https://ftstspotlight.blogspot.com/2025/06/its-draft-oclock-time-to-panic-or.html?m=1

[beastandco]

1 minute ago, nascar99 said:

He's a late 1st rounder for me, but will be an early 2nd rounder for others as of now

He needs a big year in the weight room. 150lbs at 6 foot is very lean. Hes young and has a lot of time. If he’s considered a top 45 pick now, imagine what a big year and 20-30 lbs would do for his draft stock.

[nascar99]

A little update on Zellers and Simpson from our eastern friend Mark Divver.

 

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[brianvf]

I feel like going the USHL route might better develop his defensive side and 200ft game. 

[AlphaMikeFoxtrot]

Tri City gave up a first round slot in the USHL draft a few years ago to tender him. There was a rumor on here they wouldn't let him "before and after" the HS season so he may not want to play for them.

Vancouver is a top 5 hockey city in the world but also insanely expensive. Might come down to the better billet arrangement.

[AlphaMikeFoxtrot]

31 minutes ago, nascar99 said:

 

Love love LOVE that hat. Seems like he's got a good head on his shoulders.

[nodak651]

57 minutes ago, AlphaMikeFoxtrot said:

Love love LOVE that hat. Seems like he's got a good head on his shoulders.

https://cellyhockeyco.com/collections/hats

Looks like that one is no longer available 😕

[brianvf]

Odds of Zellers, Reschny, and Verhoeff all being on the NCHC All-Frosh team at the end of the season?
I'd say pretty good.

[burd]

2 hours ago, AlphaMikeFoxtrot said:

Vancouver is a top 5 hockey city in the world but also insanely expensive. Might come down to the better billet arrangement.

Yeah, my daughter practiced law there for about 6 years before moving to D.C.   She is pleased that DC is more affordable.   
 

But man, Vancouver is beautiful!   

[sioux rube]

 

[brianvf]

Some quotes from that Heil article indicate that Dane visited Heil as well after he got the job.
Sounds like Dane has been visiting recruits and commits all over since his hire.  Good to see/hear.

On going back to the USHL for one more year:

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"My decision to go back to Madison was based a lot on the opportunity I'm going to get by going back there," Heil said. "You can't trade that experience in, just getting a lot of games. (I want to) have a full year of more development, try to dominate, then bring that into North Dakota the following year and be ready to run with the net right away."

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"It was tough seeing that, getting recruited by the staff of Brad, Dane and Karl," Heil said. "Karl was a big reason for me choosing North Dakota. But then the change happens and you just have to mentally re-commit to the coaches that are there. The one thing that stays the same is that it's North Dakota. Who wouldn't want to play there?"

After Jackson was hired, he visited Heil in Madison. Heil also said he was comfortable with the staff Jackson put in place.