Quoting: BB0808
I agree with everything you said about Poehling and I love him as much as you do but my ranking is about asset value and upside. I personally think Suzuki has a higher ceiling than Poehling even though Poehling is pretty much a sure thing at this point. KK is by far #1 in terms of asset value.
As for Brook, I doubt he'll be able to play LD in the NHL, as most D playing on their off side in junior end up switching back in the pros, but I would be more than happy if he can play LD. He would fill a huge need, sooner than our other LD prospects. I admit Fleury might be a bit low.
Hudon is done with the Canadiens. I don't see him playing one more game on this team and would definitely take a prospect like Hillis for him if the offer was presented. Wouldn't think about it one second. We have to stop thinking guys will keep getting better when they are 25 and still can't crack the line up. Other than that, I agree with all your other statements.
most D dont play their off side in junior
trust me i've been a regular of the Moncton Wildcats since 2002 i've watched a LOT of D roll through over the years and only Oduya and Yandle played both sides here. we always called up someone if need be as there's no shortage of players waiting for a shot at Major Junior .
you've assumed this is a common thing but really its not .
a Left handed forward skating on the right side is very common
but playing your offside requires a lot of extra speed and strength with greater chances of injury .
when playing pucks along the board if their back hand is extremely good they got to turn
their body towards the puck and their backs to the opponents which results in a boarding like check .
Defensman in the NHL , KHL ,SHL or Liiga even often dont have many D play both sides well and make a career out of it .
in the NHL now there isnt 10 top four LD in the league
i agree with all your other points though completely
i just think you were glossing over how unique it is for a D to not only play LD regularly in junior but for his Country in an international tournament vs his peers.
he's a solid option for 2nd PP with Petry if nothing else