1. James Greenway (D) – U.S. National Under 18 Team (USDP) – April.27.1998 – 6’4, 205 – Potsdam, New York
38 GP – 3 G – 10 A – 13 PTS – 42 PIM
A physically imposing, two-way defender with impressive mobility, James Greenway projects as a quality defensive prospect for the upcoming NHL Draft. While Greenway is sound defensively, the hulking defender boasts intriguing puck skills, deceptively good vision and intriguing puck control. Greenway shows the capability to both carry the puck with effectiveness and make a tape to tape stretch pass. Tough to play against in his own zone, Greenway excels as both a stick on puck defender and a physically imposing defender. Showing strong contain, impressive cap control and continually improving hockey sense, Greenway would instantly become the Firebirds top defender should he choose to come to the OHL.
2014 – 5th Round – 87th Overall
2. Jack Phibbs (LW) – Brantford 99ers (GOJHL) – March.5.1999 – 6’0, 165 – Cayuga, Ontario
40 GP – 16 G – 18 A – 34 PTS – 14 PIM
Phibbs is a highly competitive two-way forward with impressive offensive traits. While Phibbs shows an effectiveness in the offensive zone, producing at a fairly potent pace in his freshmen season with Brantford of the GOJHL, his best trait would be his hockey sense. Phibbs thinks the game extremely well showing impressive awareness and strong anticipating skills. A player who puts forth a tireless effort on a consistent bases, Phibbs argubably could be effective in a depth role, but shows the capabilities to thrive in a top six role. With a high end shot that is equipped with a quick release and good accuracy, Phibbs shows an ability to get his shot off at deceptive release points and shows little hesitance to shot the puck. Phibbs possesses good, but not elite speed however he gets around the ice fluidly. With a competance in all three zones, Phibbs almost made the Firebirds this past season and should be a lock to be skating in Flint next season.
2015 – 7th Round – 133rd Overall
3. Rylee St. Onge (LW) – Markham Royals (OJHL) – April.2.1998 – 6’0, 185 – St. Catharines, Ontario
41 GP – 14 G – 15 A – 29 PTS – 14 PIM
St. Onge is a two-way scorer with an effectiveness in all three zones. Possessing strong physical attributes St. Onge possess quick feet, an explosive first step and strong straight lines speed. When combined with his impressive puck skills, St. Onge can become very shifty and elusive in possession, which make him tough to contain in the offensive zone. St. Onge’s most impressive attribute is quiet conceivably his shot as it comes off a quick release and boasts excellent accuracy and velocity that stuns goaltenders catching them flat footed. While St. Onge shows intriguing offensive upside, he’s deceptively strong in his own zone as well. Using strong hockey sense and anticipation skills, St. Onge thrives on the penalty kill and displays strong positional play at the defensive end of the rink. With a dependable defensive game, St. Onge is versatile and can be deployed in a number of rolls.
2014 – 6th Round – 107th Overall
4. Andy Nedeljkovic (RW) – Victory Honda U18 (T1EHL) – January.18.1999 – 5’11, 190 – Canton, Michigan
19 GP – 7 G – 8 A – 15 PTS – 28 PIM
Nedeljkovic is an intriguing two-way forward who plays with an impressive amount of speed and tenacity. Offensively Nedeljkovic shows a tenacious in puck pursuit and an aggressiveness on the forecheck, along with a willingness to engage physically, which not only make him an agitating presence but a player who uses his speed and tenacity to create turnovers and make things happen offensively. A player who boasts average size, Nedeljkovic uses his size and strength to his advantage shielding the puck effectively while excelling on net drives and off the half boards. A player who plays well through traffic and gets to the gritty areas Nedeljkovic shows strong hockey sense, along with sound on ice awareness and anticipation skills. Strong positionally Nedeljkovic is reliable defensively, can excel on the penalty kill and despite the report reading of that as a checking forward, Nedeljkovic does so intriguing offensive upside.
2015 – 10th Round – 184th Overall
5. Alec Semandel (D) – Madison Capitols U18 (NAPHL) – May.23.1998 – 6’3, 194 – Waunakee, Wisconsin
25 GP – 5 G – 10 A – 15 PTS – 26 PIM
A physically imposing defensive defenseman, Alec Semandel boasts intriguing shut down capabilities. A defender who shows impressive mobility for a player of his stature, Semandel’s quick feet and four-way mobility allow him to close gaps effectively and show strong contain in his own zone. Tough to play against, Semandel shows a willingness to engage physically along with a strong work ethic and tireless compete. With not much of an offensive game, Semandel is at his best when he keeps it simple, making the smart and easy plays. While his offensive game is improving, it’s not likely to shine bright at the next level, which is fine because of his shutdown defensive capabilities.
2014 – 8th Round – 147th Overall
6. Wyatt Bongiovanni (C) – Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL) – July.24.1999 – 5’11, 174 – Birmingham, Michigan
32 GP – 2 G – 3 A – 5 PTS – 26 PIM – -6
Arguably Honeybaked U-16’s top player behind top OHL youngsters Alex Chmelevski and Vanya Lodina last season, foward Wyatt Bongiovanni possesses some intriguing aspects to his game. While he’s not a high end offensive talent, he does show an ability to contribute in a variety of roles. He shows an effectiveness in a top six role playing alongside skilled forwards, but is more suited for a depth role at the next level. An intelligent, two-way centre, who skates fairly well, Bongiovanni shows a reliability in all three zones and deceptive offensive traits.
2015 – 8th Round – 144th Overall
7. Evan Barratt (C) – U.S. National Under 17 Team (USDP) – February.18.1999 – 5’11, 172 – Morrisville, Pennsylvania
35 GP – 11 G – 19 A – 30 PTS – 26 PIM
Barratt is undoubtedly the Firebirds top prospect at this point, and would be rated #1 if not for his commitment to Penn State University for the 2017-18 season. Barratt is being included in this list as I have heard some rumblings he may consider the OHL, however those are rumors at best and I advise readers to not hold their breath on this young prospect. None the less Barratt is a highly intriguing offensive talent that shows impressive hockey sense. Boasting an fluid stride with impressive speed and strong change of pace/direction abilities, when combined with his high end puck skills, Barratt becomes extremely slippery and elusive in possession. A player that owns a lethal shot that combines a quick release with impressive velocity and pin point accuracy, Barratt also shows deceptively good vision and playmaking skills.
2015 – 5th Round – 84th Overall
8. Liam Walsh (LW) – Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (USHL) – July.14.1999 – 6’0, 181 – Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
13 GP – 2 G – 1 A – 3 PTS – 8 PIM – +1
Walsh shows prototypical power forward traits as the sizable winger shows a willingness to engage physically along with an overall heavy game. While Walsh doesn’t possess high end offensive upside, the winger does show some deceptively good offensive traits that continue to develop. A player that has shown an ability to finish in prior years, Walsh also shows deceptive vision and an ability to find the open man, however his puck skills and offensive creativity aren’t elite by any means. A player who could potentially mold himself into a complementary winger on a skilled line, his likely project-ability is a safe and heavy third line check or fourth line role player.
2015 – 14th Round – 264th Overall
9. Brett Callahan (D) – Brookings Blizzard (NAHL) – October.16.1998 – 5’9, 146 – Westmont, Illinois
37 GP – 3 G – 10 A – 13 PTS – 24 PIM – -13
Callahan is a player who has impressed in viewings. While he is noticeably undersized, Callahan uses his fluid skating and intriguing hockey sense to make up for a lack of physical attributes. Showing good vision and decision making, Callahan is at his best in possession and shows attributes of an offensive minded defensemen. A player who won’t strike fear into the opposition at the defensive zone, he quietly goes about his business. He won’t stand out, but for an offensive minded defender in his own zone that’s not always a bad thing.
2014 – 10th Round – 187th Overall
10. Lanny Korbee (G) – Toronto Jr. Canadiens Midget “AAA” (GTHL) – May.14.1999 – 6’0, 187 – Toronto, Ontario
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An athletic netminder, who shows impressive poise, Korbee moves well laterally and shows strong rebound control. A goaltender who tracks the puck well, Korbee fights through screens and challenges shooters. With quick reflexes and an impressive glove, Korbee moves around in the crease under control, rarely overplaying his posts. Korbee battles in the net and never gives up on a play, often making impressive second and third chance saves.
2015 – 12th Round – 233rd Overall
NCAA Commitments
Noah Lalonde (D) – Youngstown Phantoms (USHL) – Committed to Michigan State University for the 2016-2017 Season
Vasili Kolias (D) – Youngstown Phantoms (USHL) – Committed to Boston University for the 2016-2017 Season
Laine McKay (C/RW) – Markham Royals (OJHL) – Committed to Merrimack College for the 2017-2018 Season
Aaron O’Neill (C) – Chilliwack Chiefs (BCHL) – Committed to University of New Hampshire for the 2016-2017 Season
Keegan Ward (F) – Omaha Lancers (USHL) – Committed to Northern Michigan University for the 2016-2017 Season
Adam Parsells (D) – Chicago Steel (USHL) – Committed to University of Wisconsin for the 2016-2017 Season
Grant Jozefek (RW) – Lincoln Stars (USHL) – Committed to Northeastern University for the 2016-2017 Season
Jack Roslovic (C/RW) – Miami (Ohio) University (NCAA)
Written By: Mike Mackley (@Macker61)
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