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.