EP19: Is Cameron Schmidt Really a 1st Rounder?

The guys have a lengthy discussion on Cameron Schmidt, the absolutely lethal sniper from the WHL's Vancouver Giants, who at 5'7 looks to become the shortest 1st Round Pick in NHL History. On the other end of the spectrum is 6'5 D-man Peyton Kettles of the Swift Current Broncos who may have his own claims to being a 1st Round Pick. Lastly, the guys discuss Alexander Zharovsky, a little known Russian prospect for Ufa Tolpar who deserves to be a household name in the leadup to the 2025 NHL Draft.

[@Briserlaglace-podcast]

Zharovsky is so fun to watch! I totally agree with what you said. Outside the top ~20/25, there are not many players with that much upside this year. I have spent the past few weeks watching a bunch of players I had not ranked yet, and Zharovsky is the only one I want to binge watch. And his defensive game is decent, he has a very active stick. He'll most likely be in my first round on my next rankings.
Great episode, as always.

[@PuckBunker]

There's no doubt this guy is a first round talent. The upside here is extremely high!

[@jfkst1]

I hear mixed opinions on Schmidt's skating and shot. Some say both are elite. Some say neither are elite.

[@DarrenBoyce]

I think that's fair with his skating. It's decent, but since he's small it probably isnt an elite or even a high end skill for him in the NHL. I do believe the shot is elite though. We rank our skills out of 7, I have him as a 6. It's really good.