Brayden Albrecht-Prospect Scouting Report

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Brayden Albrecht is a Center that was acquired as a hired gun from the DHL. The glue that holds the Houston Bulls together  The style of hockey that Albrecht plays is a physical yet calculated style of play. It isn't the most jaw-dropping style of hockey that makes you stand up out of your seat but it gets the job done.  Albrecht is a true two-way forward who you can throw at the wing if it suits what you are going for. Defensively, Albrecht will throw the body which is like running into a tree for all positions, This is because at 6,2 215 pounds he is built like a wrecking ball. The physical game isn't the only upside on defense as he can use the size to crowd the offense and use the stick to make takeaways. This makes him a tremendous option in PK situations. Offensively both passing and scoring haven't been an issue putting up 31 goals and 36 assists for 67 points in 72 games. Not a huge volume but he contributes in most of the games played and helps on defense with 136 hits and 39 shots blocked. Brayden Albrecht is one of those players who just sees the game 3 steps ahead on both sides of the ice and is a good playmaker. Houston has taken a liking to him by letting him wear the A. At the end of the season, he burnt out a bit. This could be due to the longer scheduling of the VHLM as opposed to the DEL. Not a horrible skater but won't get to the other side of the ice in a flash. On occasion, some penalty trouble has shown up. Despite being a good two-way player he isn't going to break the mold at either side quite yet. Has to crowd the goalie in order to get the puck in the net as his shooting from a distance is not quite there yet. 

 

Pros- Posses solid stick handling and can dazzle the defense on occasion. Has an above-average vision on offense and defense. Has no problem finding the open man and getting open. Elite-level physicality and strength. Solid in the faceoff circle. Versatile and can be played at wing and center. Efficient on the ice and will do anything possible anywhere. Not an easy person to try and get off balance or knockdown. Good team leader and wears the A

 

Cons-Went hot and cold towards the end of the season, Still adapting to western-style hockey. Lacks speed, Sometimes is undisciplined. Doesn't excel at one particular aspect of the game. Not the most accurate shooter from far from the net.

 

Conclusion. A raw prospect with a lot of upsides, The flashes are there, and a team interested in a versatile forward should put Brayden Albrecht on your list. The ceiling is there and with the right development, he might just break that ceiling if you give it the time.  If he falls enough and is there whichever team it is struck gold.

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