A bounce-back performance. The Columbus native was taken by his hometown team 12th overall in the 2021 draft, and has convinced the coaching staff over the past 10 weeks to grant him a spot among the 23 players to be paid the big bucks starting Thursday, likely playing with Boone Jenner and Max Domi. Liam Foudy is the most recent of the three selections, having just missed the cut for the NHL roster this year, after bouncing between Columbus and Cleveland last year. After the CBJ prospect development camp and a successful rookie tournament in Traverse City, Mich., it's obvious that first-round draft pick Cole Sillinger is already making a name for himself.. During the 202021 season, Sillinger led the Stampede in points, garnering 24 goals and 46 points in 31 games played. 6-keys: media/spln/nhl/reg/free/playerprofiles, Plus-Minus Goals Scored For or Against Total, Kane trade grades: Rangers get star at bargain price, Oilers acquire Mattias Ekholm from Predators, Rangers' K'Andre Miller suspended three games, Rangers acquire Patrick Kane from Blackhawks: report. Sillinger (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Dallas, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. He could stand to do this more, it never hurts to make the defence respect one more weapon. Hes going to be great.. He loves shooting the puck mid drag, simultaneously threatening both a pass and a shot so that the goalie cant fully commit to the shot. Looking for other scouting reports? There he served as a top-six forward and power-play specialist (26 power-play points) but also killed penalties and delivered 53 points and 181 shots (3.77 per . He tends to draw defenders into him, faking an attack to the outside lane before quickly cutting towards the middle and gaining the zone from there. It took me a few games as I initially misread his off puck movement as laziness or coasting. With the WHL limited this past season, Sillinger headed to the USHL, where his 24-22-46 line in 31 games left him fourth in the USHL in points per game. Its a really cool dynamic.. Sillinger (upper body) was activated from injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site. While he didn't register a point, he was noticeable and effective. We are getting to the group of players that would all be a stretch at the fifth pick and Cole Sillinger is no different. He needs to display better ankle flexion, moving his knees farther over his toes in order to maintain better skating form. Grand total of 6-7-13 in 44 games. Do draft eligibles wait around, hoping that their respective leagues figure out a plan for them to get back on the ice? This is the Columbus Blue Jackets were talking about. It's important to remember that the 12th overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft doesn't even turn 20 until mid-May, and in the long run his struggles this season could be nothing more than a valuable learning experience. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks as well as all other proprietary materials depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective NHL teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. (Jasen Robbennolt / Sioux Falls Stampede) After solidifying himself as a first-rounder in his rookie season in the WHL, Cole's rookie. Sillinger is listed as day-to-day after being injured Saturday versus Boston. When allowed based on pandemic restrictions, Mike and Karla made more than half a dozen trips to visit Cole in Sioux Falls, where Mike became a regular at practice, helping the teams centers on faceoffs. Sillinger, a Columbus native, is already on the map as an 18-year-old prospect with 14 goals and 14 assists through his first 75 NHL games. They get after each other. No points. (Imagine Sillinger and Foudy playing together on Clevelands top line. He is likely one of our top four centers right now. His shooting arsenal isnt limited by any means as he can easily beat goalies with a snap shot, a wrist shot or a one timer. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. In addition, he hides his shot well, masking his intentions until the very last moment where he can open/close the blade and change the angle with a subtle weight shift, all during his very brief shooting motion. So that was the biggest thing was just that I wanted to play hockey. Heloves working his legs, Yaskowitch said, laughing. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. [5] His father played professional hockey for the Columbus Blue Jackets at the time of his birth. He focussed specifically on his lower body and his quickness, honing in on his first few steps in an effort to develop some of the change of pace that he admires in NHLers like Johnny Gaudreau and Nathan MacKinnon. Sillinger was born in Columbus on May 16, 2003, during his dad's rather travel-filled NHL career. Try a week on us. In the neutral zone, he positions himself to be able to retrieve loose pucks or steal a puck thats been knocked away from the other team. It can help generate a stride that is more powerful with longer, deeper extensions thus providing improvements in both explosivity and top speed. The latest projected start date of Jan. 8 is now off the table, but the league is still hoping to get the green light later in the New Year. When it comes to a strength and conditioning coach, you dont have to motivate him.. Max Domi is injured, which leaves first-year head coach Brad Larsen with Jack Roslovic, Boone Jenner, Alexandre Texier, and Sean Kuraly as his options. He demonstrates deception by combining numerous body fakes, look offs and skill moves to create his ideal shooting lanes. Cole Sillinger is not getting that. At the same time, it has been a benefit with a longer training period and more time to work on things that I need to work on that will allow me to have success at the next level.. Its his compete. Sillinger plays with a high pace, something that projects well considering how fast the game is played at the NHL level. If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is. (And) he has a physical element to his game where he embraces contact. Probably. And I think that comes from the demeanor, and the drive and the dedication that he has to this day.. It doesn't sound like much, but that was the longest stay of Mike's journeyman NHL career, as he famously skated with 12 teams over 17 years. He loves it. When away from the puck he picks his routes carefully, trying to cross the opposing blue line in a spot where he can support his teammate. Hell never forget the full set of goalie gear that DiPietro purchased for him, nor how goalie crazy he was because DiPietro was his idol and his two big brothers, Owen and Lukas, needed someone to play net for them. Sillingers a stud., Sillinger is possibly the best pure shooter in the draft. I was seeing the talent but was questionable on his decision making. The Official Site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Copyright 2020 Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Club and the National Hockey League. This kid has a bright future, and it will be fun to see what he can do with additional ice time. Sillinger does possess a wide variety of these traits and with further refinement in how each tool is used in conjunction with the rest of his toolkit, its easy to see how his elusive behaviours would translate to the NHL. Cole showed off his ability to find the back of the net, potting four goals in the high-scoring affair. Youre not just betting on the player, youre betting on the person and thats what I think makes him special. That just leaves four wings and the 3C to find players for. I think he may be the best in-stride shooter in this draft." Sillinger was born in Columbus on May 16, 2003, during his dad's rather travel-filled NHL career. Cole Sillinger was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 16, 2003, the third son to Karla (ne Dreger) Sillinger and former National Hockey League forward Mike Sillinger. PEP skills coach Nick Quinn, who works with dozens of NHL players and prospects, took away the same first impression that Desjardins had. tap here to see other videos from our team, Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account and fewer ads, Get exclusive access to the National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on, Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists, Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists, Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword, Access articles from across Canada with one account, Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments, Get email updates from your favourite authors. Hes more dynamic. Prospect report written by Sam McGilligan. His dad, Mike, played for 12 NHL teams, including two seasons with the Blue Jackets from 2001-03. With the No. Sillinger (upper body) practiced in a non-contact jersey Wednesday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. With the WHL season continuously delayed due to COVID-19, top NHL Draft prospect Cole Sillinger opted to play in the USHL for the Sioux Falls Stampede this year. The family briefly resided in Phoenix, Arizona, St. Louis, Missouri and Garden City, New York, as Mike's career led him on to play for the Phoenix Coyotes, St. Louis Blues, and New York Islanders, respectively. In 31 games, Sillinger proved to be one of the most dynamic players in the league, scoring 24 goals and 22 assists for 46 points. Check out theProspects tabfor our other scouting reports. He goes Danny, I could work my legs four days a week. There are some times actually where I have to put the reins on him a little bit because he loves being in the gym and then hell do stuff at his house. Sillinger (upper body) is not expected to play Tuesday against Philadelphia, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports. Cole was born in May 2003, while his dad finished a season with the Columbus Blue Jackets. Like in the offensive zone, he can position himself accordingly so that hes an open outlet for when possession is regained. And though theyve made way for him on the ice, the golf course has become their latest front for competition, with a foursome that usually pits Cole and Owen against Lukas and Mike. This proves the first danger to Cole Sillinger: injuries. Hockey Sense's Chris Peters says, "Sillinger has one of the best releases in this draft, quick, accurate and deceptive. Cole Sillinger (born May 16, 2003) is a Canadian professional ice hockey center for the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League (NHL). Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Whether by injury, mental intimidation, or other means, its likely in the best interest of both Sillinger and the CBJ to give the rookie a bit more time in Medicine Hat or Cleveland rather than rush him in and keep guys who are NHL ready on the outside. Suddenly, Cole leveled the playing field on both fronts. Bio info:He's a hometown kid - in some ways. Sillinger has battled an upper-body injury during training camp, but he made it through full-contact practice Thursday without issue. 12 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft. His oldest brother, Owen, is the only one who remembers the rest vividly. Hes not perfect in transition, as he sometimes gains the zone with the intention of taking the outside lane and blowing by his defender without the top line speed to actually do so. "Long story short, my transfer from. NHL and the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup are registered trademarks and the NHL Shield and NHL Conference logos are trademarks of the National Hockey League. In fact, the only Blue Jackets prospects to not return to the minors, AHL, or Europe before playing in the NHL, prior to Sillinger, were Rick Nash and Gilbert Brule. In Scott Wheelers draft ranking in The Athletic, Wheeler quotes a source that says, Id say Sillinger is ahead of Guenther. We are less than a month away from the 2021 NHL Entry Draft (July 23-24), so its time to start researching the prospects likely to be selected in the first round. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. By the time the pandemic abruptly shut down the season in March 2020, Cole was the fourth-leading scorer on a team that had championship aspirations. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Theres a significant chance that Sillinger joins the ranks of Brule, Picard, and Milano, and I would very much like that to not happen. It was always Come on, Cole, lets go play. Period. Hes out of the bed in the morning by 7-7:30 a.m., hes in the gym two to three hours, and thats his routine. Thats just the way he was brought up. The 19-year-old forward scored 16 goals and 31 points through 79 games in his rookie campaign. Hes always trying to be an open outlet option for teammates under pressure. He loves being in the gym, Yaskowitch said. Should Jack Roslovic be a top-line center in the NHL? Follow Scott on Twitter @scottcwheeler, Cole Sillinger (Medicine Hat Tigers / RJF Productions), Cole Sillinger, number 34, smiles during warmups. Prior to that, Sillinger had been skating regularly with local pro and junior players at Next Level Hockey Consulting in Regina. [3] He earned 2021 USHL Rookie of the Year honors by a unanimous vote of league general managers for his performance and was elected to the first all-USHL rookie team and all-USHL third team. Coles earliest childhood memories are of Christmas skates at Nassau Coliseum, where hed hold hands with Mike Comrie or Rick DiPietro as he learned to skate. Sometimes its like lets just take a step back for a second and rest. But hes your ideal athlete essentially. He doesnt just mindlessly give the puck away when he cant find a shooting lane, he times his passes so that theyre often received in stride surrounded by an open pocket of space. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. Things also came more naturally to Cole in the gym than for his brothers. There wasnt any guarantee that it was going to work out the way that it did. As a 15-year-old in 2018-19, playing for that same Pats Canadians under-18 team as his brothers, Coles steep development continued when he was named the MVP of Saskatchewans top AAA league, leading it in scoring with 76 points in 39 games. I was able to get into a routine and got to be a part of an actual team again.. The 18-year-old center has collected 27 points, 133 shots on net, 84 hits and a minus-23 rating in 73 appearances in his rookie year, though he's often moved up and down the lineup. Sillinger was fourth among points for the Tigers in 201920, scoring 22 goals and 53 points in 48 appearances with the team. Sillinger scored 16 goals with 15 assists as a rookie in 2021-22. The last morsel of food at the dinner table. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Sillinger grew up in Regina, Saskatchewan and represents Hockey Canada. Cole Sillinger Bio Born in Columbus, Ohio, Sillinger was selected by his hometown Blue Jackets with the No. As an independent site, we're committed to delivering Blue Jackets fans the news and analysis they deserve, all while remaining free. While the Blue Jackets won't have Sillinger, Johnny Gaudreau, who missed the last two games because of a lower-body injury, is ready to return Thursday. [5] His father played professional hockey for the Columbus Blue Jackets at the time of his birth. Sillinger (upper body) continues to practice in a limited capacity. Sign Up for Flagbearer, pres. He wants to be a pro and is definitely going to be, Skinner said. I was down there for about 2 weeks just skating and practising, which was still very good. There were some times he really frustrated me as there were opportunities to make high level plays that he passed up on for low probability 1 on 1 encounters. All Rights Reserved. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. I hope either Saskatchewan opens up some doors for people to train or I can go somewhere and start playing. We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. Sillinger scored a goal in Thursday's 6-4 win against Montreal. Tuesday night's performance was a positive sign in what has been a down year offensively for Sillinger. The Cannon Cast Episode 193: The Gavrikov Trade Debacle, Game #61 Gamethread: Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres, Click here to donate and help pay our writers through the rest of the season, Scott Wheelers draft ranking in The Athletic, Game #61 Preview: Blue Jackets travel to Buffalo to take on red-hot Sabres. He certainly could play, though, racking up faceoff wins all over the place while notching 240 goals and 548 points in 1,049 games. The 2005 6th overall pick has a 43-52-95 stat line in 299 career NHL games, half of which with Columbus, over eight seasons. That gives us two options for the bottom six, depending on whether or not Texier can be trusted at 3C. Sillinger was selected 11th overall by the Medicine Hat Tigers of the Western Hockey League in the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft. He was traded to Anaheim at the 2020 deadline, leaving his career stats as a Blue Jacket at 20-22-42 in 116 games. Like most junior hockey superstars Cole Sillinger is a player who wants to score goals and see that lamp light up. Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. Even if he cant, Sillinger has already demonstrated that he doesnt rely on one method of attacking the zone so it isnt unreasonable to expect more refinement in his decision making in regards to transition. Sillinger has been dealing with a minor upper-body issue in camp but he'll be good to go Monday. Thankfully, despite being the best player every time he steps on the ice, Sillinger continues to demonstrate quality off puck movement. He continues to show promise, and showed hints of chemistry with Alexander Texier in the bubble, but only has a 1-6-7 stat line to show for it in 36 games. Trade Deadline Preview - Defensemen: Where does Vladislav Gavrikov go now? Come on, Cole, be the goalie. Can he salvage it elsewhere? Cole Sillinger may have convinced Brad Larsen and Jarmo Kekalainen that hes NHL ready, but that was by playing in Traverse City and in the preseason. When he couldnt get into the gym with Yaskowitch in March and April, that training included setting up a full home gym in his garage. Sillinger needs a year or so to develop, someone has to play center during that year. Hes a good multi-tasker who can move pucks to space at high speed. Lets start with a pair of left wings who got a cup of tea each in the NHL: Nikita Filatov and Alex Picard. After collecting enough miles going between the two leagues that he began worrying the extended warranty on his car was about to expire, Brule went off to Switzerland so the he could be in Switzerland instead of Norfolk, Virginia. The thing that everybody talks about is that (Mike) played on so many different teams in the NHL but theres a reason for that. Thus far, his stats are as follows: goals: 2, down from 16. assists: 4 down from 15. points: 6, down from 31. This is the type of player, however, that you immediately take if hes available with any subsequent pick. by Bartha & Bread Financial, 50/50 Raffle pres. Jeff Svoboda, Sign Up for Flagbearer, pres. Copyright 2020 Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Club and the National Hockey League. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. He can score from distance, but has good hands in tight as well. Sillinger also didn't play Monday and it doesn't sound like he will be available to play before the holiday break. Cole said he added 15 new pounds of muscle so that by the time he arrived in Sioux Falls, his six-foot frame weighed a lean 200 pounds. Can he salvage it elsewhere? Cole Sillinger was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 16, 2003, the third son to Karla ( ne Dreger) Sillinger and former National Hockey League forward Mike Sillinger. Quinn was wowed first by Coles wicked release, and second by how upbeat and focussed he was. Cole Sillinger, who is affectionately known around the Blue Jackets' locker room as Silly, is off to the best possible start to a season for someone who is still just 18 years old. Four years prior, Sonny Milano, who has never been discussed or debated on this website before, took a similar path. One (1) assist. He can get a shot off in a variety of ways and from various hand positions. Sillinger is still considered more in the day-to-day range, but the Blue Jackets will use his roster spot to activate Adam Boqvist (foot) in a corresponding move. Sillinger was on fire last year, constantly showing signs of improvement as the season progressed until an unfortunate UBI caused him to miss four weeks of play. Just like with his shooting habits, Sillingers priority when passing is to find a teammate in medium/high danger areas and get them the puck. - Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, Being one of the more unique players in the draft, Cole Sillinger tends to remind of Mark Scheifele. His skating is good, hes got great hands, hes got size. BlueJackets.com is the official Web site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Both players had questionable skating at the time of their draft but made up through it with deception, a tendency to hunt for open space, strong off puck play and an eye for narrow passing lanes. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. You can only imagine the battles we have out there, Cole said. Look for a big improvement this season, especially if he able to spend any time at forward with either Johnny Gaudreau and/or Patrik Laine. Sillinger is listed as day-to-day after being injured Saturday versus Boston. Yes, he has impressed in camp. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Cole Sillinger is not getting that. A look at how each fits: Sillinger: After a brilliant run at the NHL prospects tournament in Traverse City, Mich., the rookie earned a shot to practice and play between Laine and Voracek at the . [2] He debuted and appeared in 4 games with the Tigers in 201819, tallying two assists. For the first time in his NHL career, Cole Sillinger was a healthy scratch. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). I cant imagine that Cole Sillinger ever expected his draft year to play out the way that it has. He had little trouble adjusting to playing with Medicine Hat of the WHL two seasons ago, totaling 22 goals and 53 points in 48 games for the Tigers. Cole Sillinger had 46 points in 31 games for Sioux Falls. Im breaking this into two arguments: 1) Club precedent shows its too early for Cole Sillinger, and 2) we dont need him on the roster right now. Read more about cookies here. Four years later, now with double the drafting expertise, the Blue Jackets selected Nikita Filatov 6th overall. Both players had questionable skating at the time of their draft but made up through it with deception, a tendency to hunt for open space, strong off puck play and an eye for narrow passing lanes. While some of these are likely just straight up misses by the scouting department, many are the victims of an expansion team desperate for something resembling talent, or a tweener franchise trying to find a center for their star winger. Durch Klicken auf Alle akzeptieren erklren Sie sich damit einverstanden, dass Yahoo und unsere Partner Ihre personenbezogenen Daten verarbeiten und Technologien wie Cookies nutzen, um personalisierte Anzeigen und Inhalte zu zeigen, zur Messung von Anzeigen und Inhalten, um mehr ber die Zielgruppe zu erfahren sowie fr die Entwicklung von Produkten. Here is everything you need to know about Cole Sillinger . Sillinger was on the top line with Jakub Voracek and Gustav Nyquist for this contest, but they were heavily outplayed. Scott has written for the Toronto Star, the Globe and Mail, The Toronto Sun, the National Post, SB Nation and several other outlets in the past. As Cole prepared for his first full season in the WHL in 2019, his family began to realize that he had something special. And the payoff can be all the greater if were patient. The ball. The last was Jake Sanderson, who was selected fifth overall by the Ottawa Senators in 2020. Sillinger had a very nice rookie campaign in 2021-22, as he scored 16 goals and added 15 assists in 79 games as an 18-year-old. Cole Sillinger Position: Center/Left Wing Team: Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL) Date of Birth: May 16, 2003 Birthplace: Columbus, OH Height: 6' 0" Weight: 201 Shoots: Left Rankings Ranked #13 by CONSOLIDATED RANKING Ranked #12 by ELITEPROSPECTS.COM Ranked #13 by FCHOCKEY Ranked #14 by NEUTRAL ZONE Ranked #17 by MCKEEN'S HOCKEY Then he was like I want to be a goalie so bad and I was like No you dont kid, you just want to be a hockey player.'. Family ties:OK, I think pretty much everyone knows about his dad, as Mike played 155 games with the Blue Jackets over two seasons from 2001-03. I just have to stay focused on what I can do.. "TIGERS SELECT COLE SILLINGER WITH THE 11TH OVERALL PICK Medicine Hat Tigers", "Sioux Falls Stampede at eliteprospects.com", "CBJ select Sioux Falls center Cole Sillinger with 12th overall pick", "Mark Masters: 'Elite scorer' Cole Sillinger seeks family bragging rights at NHL draft - TSN.ca", Columbus Blue Jackets first round draft pick, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cole_Sillinger&oldid=1124881616, Biographical information and career statistics from, This page was last edited on 1 December 2022, at 00:46. View the Columbus Blue Jackets Privacy Policy AdChoices NHL.com Terms of Service Please use the feedback form if you have any recommendations or comments. Once you get a bit after Sillingers 12 spot, the draft becomes much less of a sure thing. It seems like I cant catch a break but at the same time everyone is in the same boat. Aforementioned center Gilbert Brule had the most illustrious career, if that term applies here. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. And though it was Coles shot that leaped out most on the ice, it remained who he was, not how he played, that endeared him to his coach. Zherdev only played in 4.5 seasons in the NHL (netting 99 goals and 239 points) before returning to the KHL, failed comeback attempt with the Flyers notwithstanding. The 12th overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft could be headed for a sophomore slump after recording 16 goals and 31 points through 79 games as an 18-year-old rookie last season. Instead, youll see Cole advance into medium/high danger areas with the puck, often using well timed cuts, crafty footwork and a wealth of skill moves to get by his defender and fire a rocket on the net. by Performance Columbus, The CannonBall pres. Sillinger (illness) will be back in the lineup versus Edmonton on Saturday, Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch reports. However, I feel its safe to assume more development of these guys takes longer than one would need earlier in the first round, perhaps starting to break in to the league around 2 seasons after they were drafted. Per moneypuck.com, Sillinger registered 0.373 expected goals at five-on-five, which ranked fourth on the team, and his 80.4% on-ice expected goals-for percentage was the best on the Blue Jackets. Grand total: Eight seasons, 67 NHL games, two assists. 12 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft. After a 16-15-31 season where he often looked like he belonged at the NHL level, his sophomore year has been anything but up to par. And the times arent even all that desperate. The 19-year-old is poised for a big sophomore season after the Blue Jackets' offseason spending spree improved their offense, so any time lost in training camp could have a significant effect on his chances of winning the top-line center job. No, probably not, but if we want Cole Sillinger to develop into a top-line center in the NHL, he needs time to marinate. section: | slug: | sport: hockey | route: player_profile_home | Sillinger is more than a pure goal scorer, hes also proven to be a dangerous passer in all areas of the ice. Hes effective in give and go situations, often demonstrating that he understands how to utilize his teammates close to him to maintain controlled possession in zone entries. The WHL, as well as the OHL, have still yet to announce their plans for the 2020-21 season leaving all of their prospects in limbo. One could argue that the biggest question mark for Cole Sillinger is his skating. The 6-0, 197-pounder played two seasons in the WHL before heading to the USHL last year because of the pandemic, playing for Sioux Falls in the USA's top junior league. View the Columbus Blue Jackets Privacy Policy AdChoices NHL.com Terms of Service Please use the feedback form if you have any recommendations or comments. BlueJackets.com is the official Web site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. So he can beat defenders one-on-one without ever getting touched and then when they do bump him, hes able to shed past and maintain control too. He also visited Power Edge Pros (PEP) development camp in Kelowna for the first time in an effort to put all of that work to the test on the ice. - Tony Ferrari, Dobber Prospects, Sillingers one of the players Im higher on than most in this draft. You can often catch him scanning around the defensive zone, keeping track of where the opposition is. He uses his stick intelligently when defending against transition, often breaking down plays that come within his vicinity. 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