Category Archives: Draft

Gibbs may have blown shot at NBA

Vacation article: This is a re-post from July 7th.  This year was Ashton Gibbs’ chance to be drafted. The opportunity to work his way into the NBA will never be presented in an easier fashion. Thirteen international players and 19 … Continue reading

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NHL Draft: Joe Morrow an underrated pick

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization. With talented forwards like Nicklas Jensen, … Continue reading

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Bennett benefiting from prospect camp

Outside of Simon Despres, there is not a prospect in the Penguins organization with as much potential as Beau Bennett. Not even Eric Tangradi or Joe Morrow. Bennett has all the skills to become one of the game’s highest scoring … Continue reading

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NHL Draft: Penguins round-by-round analysis

Over the last two weeks I have been writing a series that took an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article covered the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization A common theme has developed over the … Continue reading

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NHL Draft: Penguins find great value in seventh round selection

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization Seventh round pick Scott Wilson’s scouting … Continue reading

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NHL Draft: Archibald follows Penguins model

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization For those hoping the Penguins would … Continue reading

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Gil Brown signs professional contract

Going undrafted does not mean the end of professional basketball for a prospect–either across seas or in the NBA. Gil Brown was one of three eligible Panthers to not hear his name called on draft night, but his journey to the Association … Continue reading

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NHL Draft: Little known about Dominik Uher

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization. After drafting Scott Harrington in the … Continue reading

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More on Morrow

Penguins fans were justifiably angered after Ray Shero selected a defenseman in the first round of the 2011 NHL Draft. But, as more research was conducted on Joe Morrow, the anger turned to excitement. Jesse Marshall of Faceoff Factor has … Continue reading

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NHL Draft: Scott Harrington a reach

Over the next two weeks I will be writing a series that takes an in-depth look at the Penguins draft selections. Each article will cover the prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and fit within the organization. If defense wins championships, the Penguins … Continue reading

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Gil Brown may have future with the Celtics

Boston Celtics General Manager Danny Ainge has faith in Pitt prospect Gilbert Brown–at least enough to invite him to a tryout after NBA labor negotiations. Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette has more on Ainge’s interest with Brown.

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Pens, first round pass on Grimaldi

Perhaps the talk of the draft last night was Rocco Grimaldi. His upbeat attitude, strong faith, and, of course, rare talent, had many pulling for him. Greg Wyshynski of Puck Daddy has more. The California native was my choice for the … Continue reading

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Mocks, mocks, and more mock drafts

We are less than an hour away from the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. Eight players have separated themselves as the elite of this year’s first round. After those first few picks though, it is anyone’s guess. Here are some mock … Continue reading

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Experts weigh in on Saad, Miller, other Americans in the Draft

A strong American presence in this year’s NHL Draft has many experts gushing over the first-round, home-grown talent. Three Pittsburghers alone could be selected in this year’s first round. Recently the guys over at Faceoff Factor sat down with draft … Continue reading

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JT Miller looking to join Pittsburghers Saad and Gibson in first round

Native Pittsburghers John Gibson and Brandon Saad have grabbed most of the NHL Draft headlines around the city, but JT Miller is looking to join the duo as a first round draft pick tomorrow night. Check out The College Hockey … Continue reading

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