Claimed:The Next Ones from Brampton [Final 6/6]

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The Next Ones

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The Brampton Blades, since the arrival of GM Terence Fong, have yet to miss the playoffs and as a result have turned into quite the machine for developing prospects for the VHL. Utilizing a system of rotating players into the system and playing them to their strengths and instructing them on their weaknesses to address, many Blades alumni have since gone on to the VHL in large roles. Today we take a look at some of the other players in the Brampton pipeline that may possibly become the next big stars in the VHL.

 

 

 

 

Maxime Perron

Prior to the deadline trade that sent the Brampton star center to the Oslo Storm, Perron was absolutely tearing up the VHLM to the tune of 82 points in 50 games, leading Brampton in all offensive categories. Big time intangibles and scoring skill marked this forward, whom many questioned in prior years as being nothing more than a depth player. A late round pick by Brampton, GM Fong has recently told press that Perron was one of the most impressive prospects in growth that he has seen in a long time. Perron is projected to be a top six forward in the near future, his continued growth trend could see him be a first line center in a few years down the road as well since he is still considered fairly raw but with loads of potential.

 

 

Zach Parechkin

Recently signed and acquired off waivers, the Brampton Blades have taken a special interest in the Canadian winger whom projects to be a top six at the VHL level. Despite only entering the VHLM recently, Parechkin has adjusted to the team style effortlessly and exploded onto the scene of the junior league. With 27 points in 15 games, it is clear that Parechkin’s offensive talent is unmeasurable. Still eligible for the VHLM draft in the coming season, GM Fong expects that he will be a highly sought after commodity both in the VHLM draft and the VHL draft. Envisioned as a speedy sniper with quick hands and a heavy shot, the left wing prospect could bust into the top 5 of the draft in the near future.

 

 

Mathieu Baptiste

The words to describe Mathieu are strong, powerful and with amazing vision. That is the package that comes with Baptiste in what is projected in the long term as strong offensive center. Considered extremely raw at this point, Brampton scouts like the tools and mindset of the big center likening him to Dallas Stars Jamie Benn. Technique in skating and attention to detail will be priority improvements for Baptiste, but he will have the next season in the VHLM to work on his game. When all is said and done, Baptiste projects as a top line center, though there are some concerns that he could fall in the VHL draft if his skating does not improve enough along with his other skills. In his limited action with the Blades, Baptiste has shown he has the vision and craft to play a larger role next season along with his ability to win key draws for his team. Baptiste is expected to be a top line forward in the VHLM in the coming year.

 

 

Lars Siktanc

Siktanc is all about potential. Everything about him currently is either raw or underdeveloped but in his limited action with Brampton, has shown the brilliance of a star calibre player. It is only a matter of time GM Fong thinks, before he breaks out of his shell. With 12 points in 15 games, Siktanc is as inconsistent as they come, one moment he will dazzle and the next moment disappoint. One thing is for certain, and that his when he is on his game, he is as deadly as any star player in the VHL. The massive potential will be his main attraction as any team that chooses him either in the VHLM or VHL will be looking at needing to see him develop for a season or two and work on keeping his play consistent throughout an entire game. A longer term project with massive reward is what Siktanc brings to the table.

 

Tune in next week to see some long shots from Brampton. These are the players that could make or break a franchise as getting good picks in the late rounds is how a team builds the foundation of a dynasty.

 

 

 

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Content 3/3 - Good article creating buzz on your prospects, they've got a great GM developing them.

Grammar 2/2 - Yup

with amazing vision = possessing amazing vision? It doesn't really sound right so I tried mixing it a bit.

has shown = he has shown

of time GM = of time, GM

Appearance 1/1 - Nice

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