To make the money work, the Coyotes have retained 50% of Bjustad's contract . and a 2021 first-round pick in Carson Lambos, Geekie still . 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. The Blackhawks got defenseman Andy Welinski, a 2023 conditional 2nd-round draft pick, and a 2025 4th-round draft pick from New York along with defenseman Vili Saarijavi from the Coyotes. With a right-handed shot, Wright possesses elite playmaking ability highlighted by his passing, as well as being able to score the puck. The Helsinki, FIN native collected 26-22-48, 26 PIM and a plus-five rating in 49 games at the under-20 level from 2020-22. ", More: Arizona Coyotes aim for European talent on second day of NHL Draft, Adam Herman writes: "If a crystal ball predicted 24 hours ago that the Coyotes would land Logan Cooley at third overall, that would have been tremendous news for Arizona. They also have No. The only question that remains now is where this all stops over the next few months. "We had the safe pick, we took Jaden Schwartz (No. 27, which they acquired from the Montreal Canadiens for forward Christian Dvorak on Sept. 4, and the Colorado Avalanche's first-round pick, which they acquired in the trade for goalie Darcy Kuemper on July 28. February 23, 2023 At the Coyotes media day at the start of training camp for the 2022-23 season, Chychrun said he and the team agreed early in the 2021-22 season to work on a trade. 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. "Well, we tried to ruin the trade deadline shows, that's the biggest thing in Toronto, we just like to watch those guys talk about nothing for about three hours on the trade deadline day," Armstrong said. 2022: 1 #3 Logan Cooley (F) 1 #11 Conor Geekie (F) . All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. pic.twitter.com/wqzyQQNiW0. Background: Cooley has been the leading player in the 2004 age group for the U.S. NTDP the last two years, although his pure production doesnt blow you away. Puck skills: NHL average .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. While his offensive game isnt that special, Lamoureuxs got great reach and defensive acumen while also bodying players around with his size. 199293 . July 8, 2022 10:37 am ET With the 29th pick of the 2022 NHL Draft, the Arizona Coyotes selected defenseman Maveric Lamoreaux, which earned a C from our Mary Clarke in her draft grades. The blueliner skated in 35 games in Germany's highest pro league and posted 1-6-7, 6 PIM and a plus-15 rating. In the second, Artyom Duda became the Coyotes' second blueliner, followed by Julian Lutz, who could turn into a late-blooming steal. "It's a little spotty in some areas, but there's some good players there. After trading their original first-round pick at No. Coming in at 6-foot-2 and 175 lbs, the Coyotes snagged what many experts . The Terms of the Deal. Also, two of the three picks are conditioned. The Coyotes are trading Nick Bjugstad and Cam Dineen to the Oilers in exchange for a third-round pick and defenseman Michael Kesselring. 3 in 2022 NHL Draft, Corey Pronman writes: "TheCoyotesgot the player with arguably the most upside in the draft in Logan Cooley. Hes not afraid to fight for pucks and use his size, but also has the ability with the puck to make dazzling passes and set up his teammates. The Coyotes add two high-caliber centers, with Geekie generating elite scoring in the WHL, finishing 2022 with 24 goals and 46 assists. 11 overall C Conor Geekie via trading the 27th, 34th and 45th overall choices to the San Jose Sharks (the 27th pick was originally from the Carolina Hurricanes and in exchange from the Montreal Canadiens). Arizona chose defenseman Matthew Morden from St. Andrew's College (CAHS) with the 131st selection in the fifth round. ", Matt MacKay writes: "Arizona had a slew of first-round draft picks and hit on all three. In addition, Arizona will retain 50% of . He made the USA world junior team as a 17-year-old in a significant role as their No. With their first selection in the second round (36th overall), the Coyotes. On March 1, the Coyotes traded defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for a 2026 3rd-round draft pick. We have three firsts and four seconds, so it's extremely exciting to kind of get on that and add a lot of good, quality players to the organization.". With the Avalanche still competing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, that draft pick has yet to be determined. His season wasnt perfect by any means, especially for a small center in this range, but the upside is huge with Cooley and if he hits, Arizona has a foundational player to build around for years to come which they desperately need. Selected by the Anaheim Ducks with the No. ", 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. The Coyotes will play Shayne Gostisbehere and the Carolina Hurricanes at Mullett Arena in Tempe tonight. With three first-round picks from the 2022 Draft, the rebuild took a big step forward last year. Hockey sense: Above NHL average The timing seems to be a factor here, with him returning from injury and still getting back into form. His skating is just OK and I didnt see a ton of vision in his game either. Hockey sense: NHL average Thoughts on the pick: There was always an expectation that Arizona wanted to get bigger in this draft, and after getting Conor Geekie, they get the biggest top prospect in Lamoureux. Troy Stecher and Nick Ritchie are Calgary bound, with Connor Mackey and Brett Ritchie (yup, you read that right) heading to Arizona, per @FriedgeHNIC. News: We have acquired a 2023 sixth-round draft choice from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for goaltender Jon Gillies. At 13.5%, the Coyotes are only behind the Montreal Canadiens who have an 18.5% chance at the top pick. In return for Ghost, who had just scored his 300 NHL point, the Coyotes received a 2026 third-round pick. The Arizona Coyotes have acquired forward Jakub Voracek from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for goaltender Jon Gillies and a sixth-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, the club announced . When Armstrong, team president Xavier Gutierrez and Arizona's front office took the stage to . 45 in this year's draft. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. With the number of high picks the Coyotes have, one option could be selecting a player they like higher than his perceived draft slot. He'll be an NHLer and could reach first-line status with a lot of work, but for now, he fits the mold of a middle-six center. Kelemen was called up by Arizona on Friday. It was held at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec. 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. . Arizona additionally added a 2024 third-rounder and a 2025 second-round choice. So I do believe that there's a change in when GMs are negotiating. Lawson Crouse scored his 20th goal of the season for the Arizona Coyotes in a five-goal loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. In 51 games for Team USA U-18, Cooley tallied 75 points highlighted by 27 goals. 199192 . I find that A-game quite inconsistent though. 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. By Craig Morgan June 26, 2022. As the busiest trade deadline in recent NHL history continues, moments ago NHL insider Frank Seravalli reported that the Edmonton Oilers are acquiring forward Nick Bjustad from the Arizona Coyotes. He signed with the Desert Dogs in July of 2022 and has been a pleasant addition to the team. Geekie can make plays and run a power play, showing good vision and finish from the perimeter. They will hear their name early on draft night, holding the No. This is how you start a rebuild. Arizona Coyotes. This is the first time in NHL history that siblings have been involved in a trade on both sides of the deal. 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. 3. Hockey sense: NHL average .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) Official: We have acquired a 2022 first round draft . Heres where the Coyotes will pick in the draft and who they selected. He stayed with the team 11 years serving as captain of the team before being traded to the Vancouver Canucks on July 23, 2021. But at the same time, there's always something.". Analysis: Mattika is a tough evaluation. Boomer Esiason Floats Saquon Barkley Trade to Bills, Expect The Unexpected: Arizona Coyotes Trade Up, Select Victor Soderstrom 11th, Arizona Coyotes should stick with the 14th overall pick, Arizona Coyotes must go forward-heavy in 2019 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. 87 - Cameron Thomas, DE, San Diego State Round 3: No. Per Kristin Shilton of ESPN, the first-round pick is top-five protected, becoming an unprotected first-round pick in 2024 if met. Add his 32 goals to the equation and Wright finished the year with 94 points (1.49 per game). Try a week on us. A teammate of Coyotes 2022 1st round pick Conor Geekie, Benson is poised for another big year in the WHL. More likely, he's a middle-six center. Support local journalism: Subscribe toazcentral.comtoday. 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. Compete: NHL average. The Arizona Coyotes took Conor Geekie with the No. The Arizona Coyotes currently hold the No. The Day 2 picks were interesting, but I liked Duda and Lutz quite a bit this year and Matikka is a guy that I think has a real chance to be something if he improves his skating. The 6-foot-1, 187-pound Duda played in 52 games for Krasnaya Armiya Moskva in the MHL and recorded 14-27-41 and a plus-21 rating and added 5-12-17 in 18 playoff contests. We have also acquired the contract of forward Jakub Vorek in the deal.https://t.co/BIdqiPsJwg. He lacks NHL mobility and doesnt have much pace in his game. This kid needs no introduction, hes been penciled in as the #1 pick for the 2023 draft since he was 14. [12], Legend: For a third-round pick three years out, thats a steal for a team contending for the Stanley Cup. A member of U.S. National Team Developmental Program, Logan Cooley is another playmaking center who could be the next prize in the draft after Wright. Hes a big man who doesnt shy away from physical contact, which combined with his skill makes him tough to deal with down low and strip the puck from in general. Enter Search Term. "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. 215 - Lecitus Smith, G, Virginia Tech The Coyotes will acquire a conditional first-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, which is top-5 protected. Shot: Above NHL average. 10 pick in the 2014 NHL Draft, Ritchie has 181 points (80 goals, 101 assists) in 465 regular-season games with the Coyotes, Maple Leafs, Boston Bruins . News: We have acquired a 2025 third-round draft choice from the New York Rangers in a three-team trade with the Rangers and Chicago Blackhawks. Source: National Hockey League. Puck skills: Below NHL average Arizona Coyotes www.nhl.com/coyotes Head Coach Andre Tourigny Tucson Roadrunners (AHL) Atlanta Gladiators (ECHL) Full Cap Breakdown Draft Picks Transactions View All Transactions Cap Breakdown Draft Picks Daily Tracker Historical Arizona Coyotes Draft Picks Analysis: Lamoureux is a huge right-shot defenseman who plays hard. Arizona Coyotes Acquire: 2022 1st round pick (CAR - #27 - Filip Bystedt) [Conditional]* 2024 2nd round pick (MTL) . I can debate whether Id have taken Maveric Lamoureux at 29 or Artem Duda at 36, but in the totality of the draft, the talent they brought in was quite significant. The forward also carries a physical presence, registered 67 minutes in the penalty box. He takes pucks up the ice and to the net often. 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. The work is not close to over yet they still need a lot more talent but I can see Cooley and Conor Geekie becoming important players for them long-term and at least one more regular coming from this class, if not more. While he's built like a power forward, his style more emulates a playmaker, as he's displayed a soft touch. Details:https://t.co/OAd6uDNnWM. The Detva, SVK-born skater recorded 1-3-4 and 19 PIM in 10 games for the Stampede in 2021-22. Geekie contrasts Cooley due to his massive frame while also having a lot of skill. Maveric Lamoureux has size and decent skating and hands to match, but he was more in the 37-45 range for me. Previously, Corey worked in a similar role at ESPN. WOLF PACK AND ICEHOGS COMPLETE TRADE FOLLOWING RANGERS BLOCKBUSTER WITH BLACKHAWKS AND COYOTES Feb 28, 2023. Compete: Above NHL average Denotes player was traded mid-season. Age: 18 Ht/Wt: 5-10/181 Drafted: 2022 round one, third overall by Arizona Coyotes Contract initially takes effect in the 202324 season. Background: Langlois played significant minutes in all situations and put up strong scoring totals for Cape Breton, who finished last in the QMJHL. I can debate whether Id have taken Maveric Lamoureux at 29 or Artem Duda at 36, but in the totality of the draft the talent they brought in was quite significant. After an abundance of trades last offseason, the Coyotes have set themselves up to be major players in this years draft. The final two top-ten draft selections taken eighth were Peter Mueller in 2006 and Mikkel Boedker in 2008. . Prior to his first season playing in North America in 2021-22, Zlinka competed for Assat's U18 and U16 teams in Finland's junior leagues from 2019-21 as well as the HK Poprad program in the Slovakia junior ranks (2017-19). MONTREAL - The Arizona Coyotes selected seven players on the second day of the 2022 NHL Draft on Friday. The pace of his game is why I think he will be a top NHL player. The top defensive prospect in the draft, Simon Nemec is a two-way defenseman who had 25 assists playing for Nitra in the Slovakia Extraliga. 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. Wright made an impact with the Canadian National Team as well, scoring nine goals in five games at the 2021 IIHF U-18 World Championship. 1 center of the future in Cooley, with the bigger, stronger Geekie as a solid depth guy down the road. An A1 top end center prospect like Bedard has never been seen before in the desert, and would give the Coyotes the best shot theyve ever had at building a championship team. 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. With their other first-round pick the Coyotes made a safe choice by grabbing Conor Geekie at 11. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. But taking him over Shane Wright is beyond perplexing. He scored seven points in 35 DEL games. On Feb. 22, the Coyotes traded defenseman Dysin Mayo to the Vegas Golden Knights for a 2023 5th-round draft pick and the contract of defenseman Shea Weber. It's without question, that the Coyotes' top prospect in their system is forward Dylan Guenther. Arizona Coyotes: B for the current trade; A+ for Ghosts Coyote career. 3 in 2022 NHL Draft, Arizona Coyotes aim for European talent on second day of NHL Draft, Arizona Coyotes announce regular season schedule for inaugural season at ASU, NHL draft grades: Arizona Coyotes' 2022 picks receive different marks. Adding Chychrun to bolster a stretch run was an excellent move. Michkov is cerebral and can almost predict what a defense is going to do, making his offensive zone lethality one of his biggest assets. Arizona Coyotes: Logan Cooley, C, USA U18 (NTDP) Matty Beniers' high-IQ, two-way game went No. Denotes player spent time with another team before joining the Coyotes. b Game will be played at the Tucson Convention Center in Tucson, Arizona. That means the Coyotes will pick no later than No. In addition to their own, they own the selections of the New York Islanders, Philadelphia Flyers and San Jose Sharks. In a trade with the Carolina Hurricanes, Arizona shipped off Shayne Ghostisbehere while Jakob Chychrun was sent to the Ottawa Senators. ", Adam Herman writes: "In a vacuum, landing Logan Cooley at third overall is a major catch. After that they went to work adding a lot of big guys who can play into their system. The Coyotes are trading Nick Bjugstad and Cam Dineen to the Oilers in exchange for a third-round pick and defenseman Michael Kesselring. Either way, he would be a welcome addition to the prospect pool just not the franchise-altering player theyre hoping for in this class. Conor Geekie's makeup is very uncommon, and if everything goes right, he could be a top-line center. draft pick has 223 goals and 583 assists between . First they went for the high-paid, obsolete NHL veteran. 29 overall D Maveric Lamoureux via trading the No. 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. With the 2022 NHL Draft Lottery set for Tuesday at 3:30 p.m., the Arizona Coyotes enter with the second-best odds at claiming the No. The Coyotes may not be anything to talk about right now, but in a few years from now players like Geekie and Cooley will make their marks on the league. Arizona selected forward Miko Matikka from Jokerit U20 (Fin-Jr.) with the 67th choice in the third round. He is an excellent skater, puckhandler and passer who competes hard. They also now have three second-round picks in 2024. On Friday, the Coyotes pulled the trigger on another trade, acquiring Connor Mackey and Brett Ritchie from Calgary for Troy Stecher and Nick Ritchie. In the midst of rebuilding their roster, the Arizona Coyotes sit at the bottom of the NHL's standings. 2023 however could be a massive year for Arizona, as this draft class is headlined by multiple potential franchise players. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: NHL draft grades: Arizona Coyotes' 2022 picks receive different marks, Popular Mobile Games You Must Play In 2023, Arizona Coyotes select Logan Cooley at No. Lets outline some of the bigger names for Coyotes fans to keep tabs on heading into this season. It is their first season playing their home games at Mullett Arena. Reach Jeremy Cluffat jeremy.cluff@arizonarepublic.com. List of all players drafted by Arizona Coyotes in the NHL Entry Draft. TEMPE, Ariz. The NHL's trade deadline has now passed and the Arizona Coyotes were very active, making a total of six moves, which were mainly aimed at continuing the team's rebuild through the NHL Draft. Updated to game(s) played on March 2, 2023. ", Bryan Murphy writes: "The Coyotes take a defenseman with their third pick in the first round with the selection of Maveric Lamoureux. "Most teams, it's money in, money out. Immediate impact players all around for Arizona heading into 2023. The 6-foot-3, 187-pound Matikka posted 19-14-33 in 30 games on Jokerit's under-20 club this season. In return, the Oilers will part with a third round draft pick. But I think teams want to get their player that they want. 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. With the Coyotes guaranteed a top four pick, it puts them in prime position to add a top prospect from the 2022 draft class, on top of having two selections later in the first round. Shot: Above NHL average. Among that group was defenseman J.J. Moser, a second-round pick (No. He was the 12th pick in his QMJHL draft. Hockey sense: Below NHL average This is certainly a pick that is going to be a work in progress, and while I think Lamoureux can be a fine defender, his size is the only thing that screams "first-round." His 27 assists ranked tied for second on the team while his 41 points ranked tied for third and paced Krasnaya Armiya defensemen in goals and assists. Analysis: Zlnkas season was ended prematurely due to a knee injury. 55 - Trey McBride, TE, Colorado State Round 3: No. "Jakob was a . All Rights Reserved. With the 11th pick of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, the Arizona Coyotes have selected Conor Geekie from the Winnipeg Ice of the WHL. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. The regular season schedule was released on July 6, 2022. Arizona currently sits second last in the league standings, which would give the franchise a 12.1 per cent chance of selecting first overall in this year's draft. With the groundwork already happening, the fun of the offseason starts on Thursday with the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. Finishing the season with just 25 wins, the Arizona Coyotes turn their attention to a critical offseason for the future of the franchise. "The Coyotes' anticipated move in 2022-23 from Gila River Arena in Glendale to a temporary Arizona venue raises a number of matters that the league and the NHLPA will need to work through.. Early grades for the 2022 NHL Draft are in. Cooley lacks size, but he plays hard. 1.3K 121K views 7 months ago Watch as NHL commissioner Gary Bettman announces multiple trades from the Montreal Canadiens, with the Canadiens trading Alexander Romanov to the New York Islanders for. To give you an example of 2023s draft class strength, Dvorsky could more or less have been a top pick last year. Arizona Coyotes Draft Picks Team Names: Arizona Coyotes, Phoenix Coyotes, Winnipeg Jets Seasons: 43 (1979-80 to 2022-23) NHL Playoff Appearances: 20 NHL Championships: 0 (0 Stanley Cup) Playoff Record: 45-83 Record (W-L-T-OTL): 1380-1548-266-181 (3207 points) All-time Goals Leader: Shane Doan, 402 All-time Points Leader: Shane Doan, 972 If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. They're pursuing that anywhere from, you know, three weeks out.". The 2022-23 Arizona Coyotes season is the 44th season and the National Hockey League (NHL) franchise that was established on June 22, 1979, the 27th season since the franchise relocated from Winnipeg following the 1995-96 NHL season, and the 51st overall season, including the World Hockey Association years. If Dvorsky can work on his offense in high-danger areas, it could really propel his value. "Jakob was a . by News: We have acquired a 2023 first-round draft pick, 2024 second-round draft pick (conditional), and a 2026 second-round draft pick from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for defenseman Jakob Chychrun. The Arizona Coyotes have acquired forward Jakub Voracek from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for goaltender Jon Gillies and a sixth-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. So that just helps further stock our picks for future drafts.". He was the 17th pick in his QMJHL Draft and was invited to Canadas U18 team camp two years ago. *Conditions: If Vegas' 1st round pick in the 2022 draft is a top 10 pick, then Buffalo will transfer their 2024 3rd round pick instead. Although Dvorsky isnt held in as high regard, he is poised for an interesting season that could separate him from the rest of the tweener 1st round prospects. In 63 games with Kingston, Wright was nearly at an assist per game pace with 62 on the season. His main flaw, like his brother Morgans was, is his skating. The question for him is whether he has enough skill and puck-moving instinct to play at higher levels. Analysis: Duda is a skilled defenseman. Should the Canadiens secure a top two selection, the Coyotes would pick no later than No. Cooley was my No. The Montreal Canadiens have acquired centreman Christian Dvorak from the Arizona Coyotes, agreeing to part with their highest first-round pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft (top-10. The tallest Continue reading Howlin' Hockey 0 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. ", VOTE: How would you grade the #Coyotes' 2022 #NHLdraft? Fantilli is a very exciting prospect, but even more so for Coyotes fans. 1 pick and one for the No. 34 and No. It was not a great way for th They picked up Andrew Ladd, who has two more years left at a $5.5 million cap hit, from . This was a salary cap move, something Armstrong is very comfortable doing at the trade deadline. He's a sure top-six NHL center and a first-liner or elite second-liner. He projects as a first-line forward; as a center, he would be a low-end first-line center in the NHL. 1 pick. The Coyotes seemed to panic as their original demands werent met, and the Senators took advantage. The work is not close to over yet they still need a lot more talent but I can see Cooley and Conor Geekie becoming important players for them long term and at least one more regular coming from this class, if not more.