For a third-round pick three years out, thats a steal for a team contending for the Stanley Cup. Among that group was defenseman J.J. Moser, a second-round pick (No. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. 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. 3 Pick In 2022 NHL Draft No views Jul 7, 2022 1 Dislike Share Save SPORTSNET 735K subscribers Watch as the Arizona Coyotes select American. Offensively he is elite some say he could be even better than Bedard in that respect. As of now I project him as a full-time third-pair defenseman but I wouldnt be shocked if he became a top-four guy. June 4, 2022 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.. He projects as a first-line forward; as a center, he would be a low-end first-line center in the NHL. "Jakob was a . Check out their grades and reaction to the team's draft overall and to the team's three first-round picks (Logan Cooley, No. At 13.5%, the Coyotes are only behind the Montreal Canadiens who have an 18.5% chance at the top pick. The 2024 second-round pick becomes a top ten protected first-round pick in 2024 if the Senators reach the Eastern Conference Finals. 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. His size, also like the slightly-bigger Bedard, is a little concerning for the NHL, but hes still only 17 and has time to grow. He absolutely has a chance to become an NHL player if he can round out his game. Thoughts on the pick: Logan Cooley is the most dynamic player in this draft, with a chance to become a true star play-driving centerman. The pace of his game is why I think he will be a top NHL player. Whoever wins the lottery and secures the top pick will be getting a player who projects to be a star in the league for years to come in Shane Wright. 9), who will challenge for a roster spot next season. The Ottawa Senators have acquired defenceman Jakob Chychrun from the Arizona Coyotes in exchange for a package of draft picks that includes a conditional 2023 first-round pick, a conditional 2024 second-round pick, and a 2026 second-round pick. The Arizona Coyotes took Conor Geekie with the No. WOLF PACK AND ICEHOGS COMPLETE TRADE FOLLOWING RANGERS BLOCKBUSTER WITH BLACKHAWKS AND COYOTES Feb 28, 2023. 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. The first trade of the draft resulted in Arizona moving up from 27th to 11th, swapping picks with San Jose to acquire center Conor Geekie. Grades and analysis for both deals are below. If the Coyotes fall out of the top end talent pool at the draft, Benson wouldnt be an awful consolation prize. His last game was Game 5 of the 2021 Stanley Cup Final when he was with the Montreal Canadiens and he has been on long-term injured reserve for the Golden Knights all season. What could potentially. Arizona Coyotes Salary Cap, Draft Picks, and Player Contracts - CapFriendly - NHL Salary Caps ARIZONA COYOTES PROJECTED CAP HIT : $64,293,696 PROJECTED LTIR USED : $0 PROJECTED CAP SPACE : $18,206,304 CURRENT CAP SPACE : $60,145,826 DEADLINE CAP SPACE : $80,194,434 TODAY'S CAP HIT : $63,727,958 ROSTER SIZE: 22/23 CONTRACTS: 44/50 Later that same day, in the biggest move of the year for Arizona, the Coyotes traded defenseman Jakob Chychrun to the Ottawa Senators for a 2023 1st-round draft pick, a conditional 2024 2nd-round . The one omission is Julian Lutz. Details:https://t.co/OAd6uDNnWM. This was an important week for the Coyotes rebuild. ", Chris Peters writes: "The Coyotes had to take some swings in this draft and I think theyve got their No. In addition, Arizona will retain 50% of . 3. I dont see him make that many tough plays to his teammates and doesnt impact the game for stretches. Almost the rest of the draft fits the theme of interesting prospects taken too early. 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. 1. Its hard to say with everything going on in Russia what will come of Michkov when draft day comes, plus Michkov is already signed with SKA through 2025-26, which is concerning on its surface. . (Photo of Logan Cooley: Eric Bolte / USA Today). The Coyotes elect to go with Logan Cooley, the top American prospect. He was a slight reach at 11th overall and particularly so given that Arizona traded up to get him here. 32 overall selection (from Colorado Avalanche) and taking on winger Zack Kassians contract from the Edmonton Oilers. .mw-parser-output .citation{word-wrap:break-word}.mw-parser-output .citation:target{background-color:rgba(0,127,255,0.133)}a Game will be played at Intrust Bank Arena in Wichita, Kansas. 4 in the 2022 NHL Draft on July 7. They want to get it situated, and they don't want to wait to the last moment to do so. If Arizona is picking Dvorsky, they were either too good this year, or Dvorsky was. His last season with Chicago (USHL) saw him net 37 goals and assist in 54 games, where he was a huge part of an already loaded Steel team. The Coyotes also have four second-round picks. Further, if that condition is also met, then it becomes an unrestricted first-round pick in 2025. The 29-year-old Brett Ritchie joins the Coyotes having played in 34 games for Calgary this season. Compete: Above NHL average. 100 (from BAL) - Myjai Sanders, DE, Cincinnati Round 6: No. He complements the skill they just brought into the organization with high-end physicality. 2 in the draft last year; the same applies to Cooley, the prospective No. By sending forward Jakub Voracek and a sixth-round pick in the 2023 draft to the Arizona Coyotes, Columbus was able to acquire Jon Gillies. "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. The tallest Continue reading Howlin' Hockey 0 Puck skills: NHL average Analysis: Cooley is a dynamic player. Arizona has wanted a player like this for ages and Fantilli makes the most sense in terms of a team fit. Kesselring, a 6th-round draft pick in 2018, has not played a game in the NHL but has 13 goals and nine assists in 49 games for the American Hockey League's Bakersfield Condors this year. The National Hockey League sanctioned the Arizona Coyotes on Wednesday for violating the NHL's Combine Testing Policy during the 2019-20 season, announcing that the club will forfeit its second . 11 to the Arizona Coyotes for three draft choices, the Sharks used the selection at No. Hockey sense: NHL average So if you're dealing with a team, they're also pushing money back your way. The 10 total selections in the 2022 NHL Draft are the most the Coyotes have selected in a Draft since it was reduced to seven rounds in 2005. arizonacoyotes.com is the official Web site of the Arizona Coyotes. The average player height on the Coyotes is 6'2, trailing only the Winnipeg Jets and Calgary Flames (by a mere 1.23 cm). Here's where the Arizona Coyotes pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft Jul 7, 2022, 8:09 AM | Updated: Jul 8, 2022, 11:41 am National Hockey League Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly announces. But passing on Shane Wright is nothing short of stunning here. Below are the Arizona Coyotes selections at the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, which were held on July 7 to 8, 2022. 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. Compete: NHL average The German winger missed most of the season because of injury and played limited minutes in his 14 DEL games. To be a Coyotes fan has also meant for many years now to be a fan of the draft. The Ste-Brigitte-de-Laval, QC native has played the last three seasons with Cape Breton and compiled 16-47-63 and 90 PIM in 131 games from 2019-22. [12], Legend: The Coyotes also own two . 2022: 1 #3 Logan Cooley (F) 1 #11 Conor Geekie (F) . No. Arizona Coyotes is a trademark of IceArizona Hockey Co LLC. The Coyotes had been working on a trade for Chychrun for almost two full seasons. There's certainly a different feeling when you have multiple picks. 45 in this year's draft. Source: National Hockey League, Updated to game(s) played on March 3, 2023. No. His shooting is good, but Dvorskys value lies in his puck possession and playmaking ability, he can slow down a game in the offensive zone and extend plays, as well as patiently regulate traffic under duress. Shot: Above NHL average. 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. Arizona Coyotes: F Logan Cooley, United States National Team Development Program . "That's a huge thing," he said. Miko Matikka is 6'3" and has good hands. His skating is just OK and I didnt see a ton of vision in his game either. "Our whole objective in going through this draft is value. While the order of selection has shuffled in recent weeks, the consensus among draft analysts is that Shane Wright, Juraj Slafkovsk and Logan Cooley will still be the top three picks at the NHL Draft in Montral from July 7-8. He was a top player for the U18 team as a 16-year-old as well. While I like the player, I don't see him worthy of giving up the draft capital that the Coyotes did in order to take their second center of the draft. The forward also carries a physical presence, registered 67 minutes in the penalty box. The Coyotes have sent center Christian Dvorak to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a 2022 first-round pick and a 2024 second-round pick. Shot: Above NHL average. 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. In the midst of rebuilding their roster, the Arizona Coyotes sit at the bottom of the NHL's standings. This deal was a win-win for both teams. With his massive frame he can make a lot of stops with his reach, mobility and physicality. Matthew Morden, LHD, ST. ANDREWS COLLEGE (HIGH-ON). That means the Coyotes will pick no later than No. When he has the puck on his stick you instantly notice him because of his high-end speed, skill and offensive IQ. But at the same time, there's always something.". In exchange for the star defenseman, the Coyotes are receiving a 2023 first-round pick, a conditional 2024 second-round pick (originally acquired from the Washington Capitals) and a 2026 second-rounder. Arizona Coyotes Acquire: 2022 1st round pick (CAR - #27 - Filip Bystedt) [Conditional]* 2024 2nd round pick (MTL) . Lamoureux shows flashes of good hands and vision as a puck-mover and an occasional hard point shot, but that aspect of his game is inconsistent. Conor Geekie's makeup is very uncommon, and if everything goes right, he could be a top-line center. It is their first season playing their home games at Mullett Arena. ", Bryan Murphy writes: "The Coyotes take a defenseman with their third pick in the first round with the selection of Maveric Lamoureux. With three first-round picks from the 2022 Draft, the rebuild took a big step forward last year. Arizona Coyotes Take Logan Cooley With No. In a trade with the Carolina Hurricanes, Arizona shipped off Shayne Ghostisbehere while Jakob Chychrun was sent to the Ottawa Senators. While his offensive game isnt that special, Lamoureuxs got great reach and defensive acumen while also bodying players around with his size. ", VOTE: How would you grade the #Coyotes' 2022 #NHLdraft? Arizona would pick fourth if a team other than themselves or the Canadiens win both draws. The Coyotes will also get a 2024 conditional second-round pick and a 2026 second-round pick in the deal. 29 overall). 2023 however could be a massive year for Arizona, as this draft class is headlined by multiple potential franchise players. 16)," he said. 1 overall pick, Coyotes sign Slovakian forward Milos Keleman to entry-level contract, 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. b Game will be played at the Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, Arizona. 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. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. 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. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Offense is the question in his game. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onArizona Coyotes and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. .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) He's a plus skater, plays a physical game, works hard and has a fierce, if eccentric, shot. ", 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. He can make opponents miss and also sets up teammates well. 199192 . So that just helps further stock our picks for future drafts.". There were many moves made before the trade deadline this year and many of those happened days or weeks in advance. This was an important week for the Coyotes rebuild. The blueliner skated in 35 games in Germany's highest pro league and posted 1-6-7, 6 PIM and a plus-15 rating. Loss (0 points) I also had Jeremy Langlois ranked in my Top 100, which gives Arizona seven players from my list. Maksymilian Szuber, LHD, MUNCHEN (GERMANY). All Rights Reserved. 2 pick of this year's draft. 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. The Coyotes have been involved in the following transactions during the 202223 season. The San Jose Sharks' second-round pick went to the Arizona Coyotes as the result of a trade on July 17, 2021, that sent, The Edmonton Oilers' third-round pick went to the Arizona Coyotes as the result of a trade on July 8, 2022, that sent Dallas' third-round pick in, The Arizona Coyotes' fourth-round pick went to the, The Arizona Coyotes' seventh-round pick went to the San Jose Sharks as the result of a trade on July 17, 2021, that sent, The San Jose Sharks' seventh-round pick went to the Arizona Coyotes as the result of a trade on July 8, 2022, that sent Vancouver's seventh-round pick in, This page was last edited on 2 March 2023, at 23:04. The conditions on the first-round pick are that it will be deferred for one season if it's a top-five . 3 overall, Conor Geekie, No. The Coyotes rounded their second-round selections by taking forward Julian Lutz from EHC Munchen of Germany's Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) with its 43rd overall pick. Nah, There is Reason for Hope! Lutz has NHL tools, though, and I can see him being a bottom-six winger. Jakob Chychrun Trade: The Coyotes enter the 2022-2023 season with the third tallest roster in the NHL. Phoenix Coyotes Future Draft Pick Status (last updated 2023-02-28) Team AvalancheBlackhawksBlue JacketsBluesBruinsCanadiensCanucksCapitalsCoyotesDevilsDucksFlamesFlyersGolden KnightsHurricanesIslandersJetsKingsKrakenLightningMaple LeafsOilersPanthersPenguinsPredatorsRangersRed WingsSabresSenatorsSharksStarsWild Weber will likely never play for the Coyotes due to injuries. With that pick, Arizona chose defenseman Jeremy Langlois from Cape Bretton in the QMJHL. After trading defenseman Jakob Chychrun, the Coyotes are staying committed to the rebuild process and their plethora of future draft picks. He stayed with the team 11 years serving as captain of the team before being traded to the Vancouver Canucks on July 23, 2021. I thought the Lamoureux pick was a pretty significant reach, but you understand reaching for a player with his size and athleticism. Artem Duda was more of a mid-round prospect. The Coyotes drafted Chychrun with the 16th overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft. "We got a little bit of a head start when we were able to make some moves last year and put Guenther on the board, and we had three seconds, and now we're going to go back at it this year. The Terms of the Deal. But the draft haul last season, as well as what they could do next month, has Armstrong excited for the future. The Coyotes will acquire a conditional first-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, which is top-5 protected. 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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. 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. 199091 . Hes 6-foot-2, he has very good puck skills and he can skate well. Puck skills: NHL average (Photo by Chris Tanouye/Getty Images). Conor Geekie is a big center with really good hands. He was a top forward at the U18 World Championships.