In the Canucks' 50-year NHL history, the team has advanced three times to the Stanley Cup Finals. The SB Nation network of hockey blogosphere has come together (again!) Demko helped guide the Eagles to a Frozen Four appearance in his freshman year, an achievement rarely heard of. Assuming Captain Benning does nothing crazy like move the 6th pick for a box of Haribo Gummi Bears, here's our take. The offensive side of his game and puck possession will always be a work in progress, and his skating stride still needs some attention, though he is by no means a poor skater. The Canucks managed to qualify for the playoffs for the first time since the 2012â13 season.The team would not appear in the post season again until the 2019-20 NHL Season Nathan MacKinnon â F â 9/1/95 QMJHL â 58 GP, 31 G, 47 A, 78 PTS, 45 PIM, +11 2. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. All-time Points Leader: Henrik Sedin, 1070. Stewart has actually defied the odds to make it this far. Staff Writer Thereâs a chance that he could defy the odds and make the NHL. He spent some time waiting for his shot behind Brian Billett in Chestnut Hill, as well as behind Jon Gillies (CGY) when he represented Team USA at the 2014 World Junior Championships. McCann will spend another year in Sault Ste. With their second selection in the first round, the Canucks added a playmaking center. Partly due to being stocked nicely at defense and partly because Jim Benning will have a lot of say, but largely because of the Canucks' drafting position. Round 6: Canucks. Demko, 18, backstopped Boston College to a Frozen Four appearance in his freshman year, stopping 29 shots for the Eagles in their 4-3 victory over UMass Lowell during the NCAA Northeast Regional Final. The Vancouver Canucks stole the show at the 2014 NHL Entry Draft in Philadelphia after trading away Jason Garrison and Ryan Kesler before the draft even started. The Official Site of the Vancouver Canucks. Canucks select seven players at 2014 Draft Sneakers for Childcan. He is the first Russian-born player the Canucks have selected since Ilya Kablukov was selected in the fifth round in 2007. He has the defenseman’s mindset, is very responsible defensively, and skates well for a man his size. Tweet Share Sports A poster on a popular hockey forum recently reported that Gary Mason of the Team 1040 in Vancouver claimed that three scouts have said Jim Benning (GM of the Vancouver Canucks) is going hard after the first overall pick to take Vancouver native Sam Reinhart. The Canucks made a big splash ahead of the draft, shipping disgruntled centre Ryan Kesler and a third-round pick to Anaheim in exchange for centre Nick Bonino, defenceman Luca Sbisa and first- ⦠Most Goals, Season: Pavel Bure (1992-93), Pavel Bure (1993-94), 60 Austragungsort war das Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia im US-Bundesstaat Pennsylvania. Thatcher Demko, G, Boston College Eagles (NCAA) 2nd round, 36th overall Height: 6-3 Weight: 190. ©2021 All Rights Reserved. 2021. Two of his greatest attributes are his excellent skating skills and his superb ability to finish. November 18, 2020 Dave Noordam has always been drawn to Vancouver Canucks with character. Lost amidst the wave of big names the Erie Otters possess – Connor McDavid, Andre Burakovsky (WAS), Connor Brown (TOR), and Canucks free agent signing Dane Fox – Kyle Pettit went about his business with little fanfare. He stopped 29 shots against UMass-Lowell to earn a 4-3 victory during the NCAA Northeast Regional Final. Three years removed from a Game Seven loss on home ice in the Stanley Cup Final, the Vancouver Canucks missed the playoffs entirely in the 2013-14 season.Now, they seem to be in somewhat of a confusing rebuilding process after trading away goaltender Roberto Luongo at last year's trade deadline and dealing star forward Ryan Kesler to the division rival Anaheim Ducks this past offseason. McCann, 18, finished second on Sault Ste. Pettit does a lot of the little things that win hockey games. He has good size, but does not look for hits and only mixes it up every so often. Through an interpreter, Tryamkin spoke with the media, with some of his comments included in this HF video. If he uses his height for anything, it is to lean on players while in the defensive zone. The Vancouver Canucks forewent anything resembling skill of talent in the late rounds of the entry draft, opting instead for size and grit by selecting Kyle Pettit of the Erie Otters and Mackenzie Stewart of the Prince Albert Raiders. Vancouver Canucks Future Draft Pick Status (last updated 2020-10-12) Team yellow = data that is incomplete or uncertain gray = conditional picks that would not be transferred as per current conditions . Stewart, 18, played for Prince Albert of the WHL in 2013.14. Es war die 52. If there ever was a draft year where the Canucks were to throw tendencies out the window, the 2014 NHL Draft in Philadelphia would be the one. In his freshman year, he was the youngest player in College Hockey at 17 years old. He finished fifth in the league in goals scored. 2014 NHL Draft grades: Predators come out on top; Canucks, Penguins struggling How did your team do in Round 1 (or on Day 1) of the NHL Draft? He possesses excellent size and has the ability to play a power forward style of game. Final Grade: B+. Yes, actually. By Adam Gretz Jun 28, 2014, 8:50am EDT Canucks Draft Picks; 2014 NHL Draft Prospects: 1-10. The Vancouver Canucks are a professional ice hockey team based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He was also tied with Fabbri for the most even-strength goals among draft-eligible skaters with 30. Pettit is a player that you never have to worry about from one shift to another; he always leaves it all out on the ice for your team. They play at the 18,810-capacity Rogers Arena. / Vancouver Canucks. to deliver their take on the opening round of the upcoming NHL Entry Draft. Oddly passed over in two NHL drafts, this Zdeno Chara-esque behemoth blueliner immediately gives the Canucks something they have never had before. Marie Greyhounds (OHL) 1st round, 24th overall Height: 6-0 Weight: 179. Round 5: Canucks. With his teammate Johnny Gaudreau (CGY) winning the 2014 Hobey Baker Award, some feel that he lost some of the spotlight. Canucks Gunning for the First Overall 2014 NHL Draft Pick? canucks.com is the official Web site of the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks joined the NHL in 1970 as an expansion team alongside the Buffalo Sabres. He was tied for second with St. Louis pick Robby Fabbri, behind Ehlers, in goal scoring among draft-eligible prospects in the CHL. Virtanen will most likely miss the Canucks’ training camp and prospect tournament due to shoulder surgery. 2014 NHL Mock Draft: Vancouver Canucks latest projections. He was a seventh-round pick back in 2014, drafted by the Ottawa Senators. All Rights Reserved. Nicolaj Ehlers scored twice and added an assist. The Vancouver Canucks have selected forward prospect Jake Virtanen with the No. In 2012.13, he received Ontario Hockey League All-Rookie Second Team honors after recording 44 points (21-23-44) in 64 games. He also represented Russia at the 2014 World Junior Championship where he recorded three points (1-2-3) in seven games. NHL Mock Draft 2014: Vancouver Canucks select Jake Virtanen. Demko spoke with the media after being chosen by the Canucks, with some of his comments being captured in this HF video. Curtis Lazar â ⦠Benning selected a winger, two centers, a goaltender, and three defensemen with their picks. He has also improved his defensive zone awareness and ability to make the safe play. He recorded nine points (5-4-9) and 69 penalty minutes in 55 games. The Vancouver Canucks were one of the busiest teams during the 2014 NHL Draft, selecting seven players, while moving disgruntled center Ryan Kesler to Anaheim and defenseman Jason Garrison to Tampa Bay. Canucks fans have clamored for an improvement in this area, particularly since they lost in the 2011 Stanley Cup Finals in seven games to the Boston Bruins. They are members of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). A two-way center, McCann has an outstanding hockey IQ and his on-ice vision and decision-making are exceptional. When the NHL conducts the 2014 Draft Lottery Tuesday evening, thereâs a chance the Vancouver Canucks could acquire the first overall pick in the 2014 NHL Draft. Tryamkin, 19, spent the 2013.14 season with Yekaterinburg, collecting seven points (1-6-7) and 38 penalty minutes in 45 games. With his first-ever pick as general manager of the Canucks, Benning selected hometown right-winger... Late Rounds (4-7). Considered a gifted playmaker, McCann’s skating ability shines through with good acceleration and strong lateral mobility. Perron himself is in the process of defying those odds. Vancouver Canucks Draft Picks. Round 3: Canucks. His faceoff skills are good, but there are concerns about his weight and injury history. The Vancouver Canucks made nine selections over the seven rounds and left with eight forwards and one goaltender. The Vancouver Canucks were one of the busiest teams during the 2014 NHL Draft, selecting seven players, while moving disgruntled center Ryan Kesler to Anaheim and defenseman Jason Garrison to Tampa Bay.. New General Manager Jim Benning made four different moves at the NHL draft that will significantly impact the organization for years to come. He was born deaf; only surgeries gave him the ability to hear at 12 years of age. Team Name: Vancouver Canucks Seasons: 50 (1970-71 to 2020-21) NHL Playoff Appearances: 28 NHL Championships: 0 (0 Stanley Cup) Playoff Record: 111-135 Record (W-L-T-OTL): 1635-1732-391-157 (3818 points) All-time Goals Leader: Daniel Sedin, 393. Copyright © 1999-2020 Vancouver Canucks Limited Partnership and the National Hockey League. He is an intriguing pickup though, and with some work and attention to detail, could be molded into an imposing defenseman. Hey all, Seeing as I dont generally watch the draft due to sporting commitments I was wondering if someone could give me a brief rundown of what the draft timeline looks like. Vancouver Canucks is a trademark of Vancouver Canucks Limited Partnership. The Canucks didn't just lose 4-1, they lost the 2014 draft. General Manager Jim Benning made no secret of the amount of value he places on the goaltending position. Some fans were a little jolted by his comments on being selected by Vancouver, but it is likely he was disappointed to not be taken higher in the draft. While the Canucks have a couple of offensive minded defenders in their system, Forsling looks to bring a couple of elements to the table that have been lacking. He has a long reach and utilizes it well throughout all three zones. He has excellent puck control and distributes it well and in a timely fashion. I Canucks cedono anche la scelta del settimo giro all'Entry Draft 2015 ed ricevono la 50ª scelta all'Entry Draft 2014. c. I Canucks cedono l'85ª scelta all'Entry Draft 2014 (Anaheim). Following his selection by the Canucks, McCann met with the media, with some of that conversation being captured in this HF video. Listen | Print. New, 260 comments. His relatively low assist totals have created some concern, however, regarding his hockey IQ and on-ice vision. Stewart will never be confused with an offensively gifted defenseman; in 55 games with the Prince Albert Raiders he had five goals and nine points. For the second-straight draft, the Canucks would have two first-round picks, acquiring the Anaheim Ducks 24th overall selection in the Ryan Kesler deal. Virtanen, 24, was drafted by the Canucks sixth overall in the 2014 draft, but has been off to a brutal start to his 2020-21 campaign. Revisiting Jim Benningâs Drafts â 2014 Early Rounds (1-3). Another concern was that Virtanen had strong linemates in Brady Brassart (MIN) and Greg Chase (EDM), who both had 35 goals each, and finished with 85 points. Marie fine-tuning his game, with the goal of turning pro after that. He is projected to be a second or third line center with some offensive upside. Austragung dieser Veranstaltung. After all the wheeling and dealing on Friday, the Canucks finally took the podium to select Jake Virtanen at 6th overall, and later selecting Jared McCann with the 24th overall pick that was acquired in the Ryan Kesler deal. Round 4: Canucks. With an August birthday, Virtanen was one of the youngest players drafted at 17 years of age. New General Manager Jim Benning made four different moves at the NHL draft that will significantly impact the organization for years to come. While he does not have fantastic puck handling skills, he was still used on Russia’s second power-play unit at the World Junior Championships. Juni 2014 statt. In fact, some feel he was the top finisher available in the draft. Jake Virtanen, LW, Calgary Hitmen (WHL) 1st round, 6th overall Height: 6-1 Weight: 210. To be certain, players drafted in the later rounds in the draft are often a crapshoot, and Stewart is no exception. As previously mentioned, the Canucks prospect stable grew, not just in quantity, but also in average height/weight after the 2014 draft. The 2014â15 Vancouver Canucks season was the franchise's 45th season in the NHL. Marie in goals (27) and points (62) during the 2013.14 season. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Vancouver Canucks General Manager Jim Benning announced today that the Canucks have selected left wing Jake Virtanen sixth overall, centre Jared McCann 24th overall, goaltender Thatcher Demko 36th overall, defenceman Nikita Tryamkin 66th overall, defenceman Gustav Forsling 126th overall, centre Kyle Pettit 156th overall and defenceman MacKenzie Stewart 186th overall in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Where Forsling excels is in the creative aspects of the game, controlling tempo and flow, particularly on the power play. He obviously exudes some qualities the Canucks desire, as physically he was not the stereotypical large, brawny prospect they targeted in the draft. Draft Tendencies. He is a good shot-blocker, and despite missing 15 games this season due to a shoulder injury, is quite rugged. Watch Canucks to pick 6th at NHL 2014 draft Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca Canucks GM Jim Benning had his eye on Hawryluk at the 2014 draft. He and the Canucks are willing to gamble on the Boston College star, who will likely require surgery on both hips. by In the Frozen Four semifinals, they were defeated 5-4 by Union College, who went on to win the National Championship. At least for a night. Jared McCann, C, Sault Ste. Still, his raw potential, combined with his excellent skating and ability to finish, are irrefutable. Gustav Forsling, D, Linkoping J20 (Sweden SuperElit) 5th round, 126th overall Height: 5-11 Weight: 175. With Hawryluk off the table, Thatcher Demko became the pick, an interesting twist of fate. Team: Round 1: Canucks. Nikita Tryamkin, D, Yekaterinburg Automobilist (KHL) 3rd round, 66th overall Height: 6-7 Weight: 230. d. I Canucks cedono la 50ª scelta all'Entry Draft 2014 (Tampa Bay). But he loves playing the game, and certainly has some tools that can be worked with. He uses his 6’3” frame effectively, and is an athletic goaltender who focuses on staying square to the shooter. Jared McCann finished the 2013-14 season third on the Soo Greyhounds in goals (27) and points (62). All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks as well as all other proprietary materials depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective NHL teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. Mackenze Stewart, D, Prince Albert Raiders (WHL) 7th round, 186th overall Height: 6-5 Weight: 237. 6 pick in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.. Virtanen, 17, is a right-handed shooting center ⦠Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. NHL Rumors I: The Vancouver Canucks - Coaching, Draft and Ryan Kesler Iain MacIntrye of the Vancouver Sun: Canucks GM Jim Benning on their coaching situation. But shortly after his 18th birthday in December, he became the starter for Boston College and ran with it all they way to the Frozen Four. The Canucks used the seventh-round pick on Arvid Costmar, a player with flaws, but intriguing upside. Photo: Vancouver’s sixth overall pick, Jake Virtanen, tied for second in goals among draft-eligible CHL players with 45 tallies for the WHL’s Calgary Hitmen (courtesy of Jeff Vinnick/NHLI via Getty Images). By gmonk33 on Mar 8, 2014, 7:18pm PST 17. The 2014 NHL Entry Draft in Philadelphia, PA was new President of Hockey Operations Trevor Lindenâs and new GM Jim Benningâs first at the helm of the Vancouver Canucks. He has solid skating ability and is not afraid to mix it up and use his imposing size to his advantage. Read past the jump for a look at these players and some thoughts on Vancouverâs 2014 entry draft. No stranger to hard work and determination, Pettit is a team-first kind of player, and though he will never put up points like some of the afore-mentioned Otters, he is integral to his team’s success. Tryamkin has, as you can imagine, an incredible reach and is a unique player. The Vancouver Canucks used their first second-round pick in the 2014 NHL draft to select Boston College goaltender Thatcher Demko. Seth Jones â D â 10/3/94 USA NTDP U18 â 52 GP, 8 G, 23 A, 31 PTS, 18 PIM, +5 3. Enter Search Term. By Larry Seely Mar 12, 2014 in Sports. He will be 20 years old by the start of the 2014-15 season, putting him somewhat ahead of the developmental curve than most of his fellow draftees. Kyle Pettit, C, Erie Otters (OHL) 6th round, 156th overall Height: 6-4 Weight: 200. 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. Still, the opinion remains that perhaps Nikolaj Ehlers (WPG, 9th overall) or William Nylander (TOR, 8th overall) had higher upside, and that there is the potential Virtanen could be a bust, in the mold of Kyle Beach. This all the while coming off his best season in the NHL that saw him score 18 goals and as many assists in 69 games, both being career highs. My top 5 are 1. monitoring_string = "bc2ae3134a3dd058ed8105843eaa87e4", Hockey's Future | The #1 Online Prospects Resource. Benning scooped him as a ⦠Following the first round of the 2014 NHL Draft, Canucks’ general manager Jim Benning met with the media, with some of his comments included in this HF video. Forsling, 18, played for Linkoping in 2013.14, collecting 18 points (6-12-18) in 44 games and played for Team Sweden at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament. He quietly recorded a 19 game unbeaten streak with 17 wins and two ties. HockeysFuture.com is a property of CraveOnline Media, LLC, an Evolve Media, LLC company. Some feel that he was overlooked somewhat because of his diminutive frame, but he is still very young and has time to develop even further. He will not shy away from the physical stuff either as he dropped the gloves 10 times this past season. In Stagione. Like many newly drafted players, these concerns are usually put to rest during the rest of their developmental period. Virtanen scored 45 goals in 71 games for the Calgary Hitmen last season, ranking him sixth in the WHL. Virtanen spoke with the media following his selection by the Canucks, with some of his comments captured in this HF video. Today, we look at the 2014 NHL Draft. âWeâve been in meetings all day, so we havenât had a chance to really sit down and talk about it,â Benning said Friday afternoon of Bylsmaâs sudden availability. Fans that have been hoping for the Canucks to get bigger certainly had those wishes granted during the 2014 draft. He is strong in the faceoff circle and is called upon for defensive zone faceoffs quite often. Having dealt their fourth round pick to Carolina in the Zac Dalpe trade, the Canucks had to wait to until the fifth round to nab this offensive-minded defenseman. Right wing Linden Vey was acquired in exchange for Vancouver’s 50th selection in the draft. The sun has set on the 2019 NHL Draft. Being able to read the play and anticipate are also considered strengths for Demko. They were defeated in all three attempts; once in a four-game sweep by ⦠Virtanen, 17, collected 71 points (45-26-71) and 100 penalty minutes in 2013.14 with the Calgary Hitmen of the Western Hockey League. The pick came via the Ryan Kesler trade to the Anaheim Ducks. The Canucks like his consistency as well as his determination and his competitive edge. Broadcasting starts at 7pm ET, but how long does it take to get through ⦠Round 7: Canucks . Round 2: Canucks. Though he still has two years remaining on his KHL contract, the Canucks will try to get him to Vancouver for training camp to examine what they have. Pettit, 18, played for Erie of the OHL in 2013.14, recording 10 points (5-5-10) in 53 games played. Der NHL Entry Draft 2014 fand am 27. und 28. The fight of his life. The highest compliments he has been paid were comparisons to Jeff Carter and Ryan Johansen. It begs the question: Did Virtanen make his linemates better, and if so, why did he manage only 26 assists? It is unlikely that Virtanen gets into the Canucks lineup this season. While he will never be a shutdown defenseman, he has made strides in his defensive zone coverage. Right wing Linden Vey from the Los Angeles Kings was also acquired in exchange for Vancouver’s 50th selection in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Hunter Shinkaruk â C â 10/13/94 WHL â 66 GP, 49 G, 42 A, 91 PTS, 38 PIM, +17 4. Although a lot of fans may not be thrilled with the Canucks’ first selection of the draft, Jake Virtanen brings a wealth of talent to the table. Of note, Benning placed the onus on improving the size of the team, particularly with the defensemen they acquired with their picks.