Markus Schauer - Scouting Report

[Plate 285]

Markus Schauer

6’2” | 215 lb. | D | VHLM Drafted: 25th OVR S73

 

Markus Schauer is an explosive offensive defense man coming from the U-16 German league. He signed with Ottawa, where his tenure there landed him 5 points in 8 games. There were massive signs of growth going into the playoffs, as Schauer had a hot streak of a point per game in his last four going into the playoffs. His defensive skill was also noted as he had blocked 21 shots in 8 games. If the entire season were played, he would be 2nd in the league for shots blocked at 189.

 

Schauer crumbled under the pressure. Did not tally a single point, but played a key defensive role blocking 18 shots in 5 games. While there was no offensive production, the defensive play style and awareness was there.

 

Markus was projected to be a 2nd round selection and fell to the 3rd round at 25th overall to the Houston Bulls.

 

STRENGTHS

 

Shot Blocking. Schauer has a great ability to get himself between the puck and the net to block shots and protect the goaltender. His improved puck handling development has also allowed him to strip the puck away from defenders and carry it safely into the offensive zone.

 

Teamwork. There are players that understand there is more than just them on the ice. Schauer is that player. He can get the puck on the stick of teammates who need it most. He also has a natural sense at getting rebounds when the lane is there for some greasy goals.

 

Leadership Presence. In the locker room Schauer has an undeniable ability to put himself forward and get the team going. He’s very helpful to new faces in the room and respects the veterans who know the walls and wear the logo with pride.

 

“AREAS OF DEVELOPMENT”

 

Strength. Schauer relies heavily on his puck handling and skating to keep control of the puck and make plays. All though he does have a big body, it is not clear if he knows how to use it to protect the puck. We see him get shoved off the puck often.

 

Physicality. We put this in a separate section because we feel as though Schauer does not play a physical enough style. In the minors, that is okay. We wonder how Schauer will adapt to the intensity of the VHL. As it stands, Schauer does not have the physical presence enough to compete in the VHL. More development in this area is required.

 

Agent Motivation. Scouts have noticed this player signed a contract with the same agent as the notorious Rhye Tyr. The former S65 9th overall draft pick. The agent went inactive shortly after the draft and ultimately the player was labelled a bust. Players noted a lack of motivation and burn out shortly before the agents exit. We will see if this player agent has had a new change of pace. 

 

We reached out to a couple VHLM GMs to garner their opinion on this potential top 10 prospect in the upcoming S74 draft.

 

“He is." – Houston GM @rjfryman

When pressed he said  "He is exactly what the team needs. He is what his team mates need him to be. he is what our coaching staff need him to be. He is fluid and able to do what ever is needed at the time."

 

“It's not an overstatement to say he carried our defense on our team for Season 72. He was unreal to watch on the ice. Our playoff win, I have no doubt in my mind, is a result of his hard work.” – Ottawa Lynx GM @DoktorFunk

Edited September 12, 2020 by Plate

[rjfryman 1,120]

11 minutes ago, Plate said:

Markus was projected to be a 2nd round selection and fell to the 3rd round at 25th overall to the Houston Bulls.

Everyone else's mistake means Houston gets another steal.

[Plate 285]

Just now, rjfryman said:

Everyone else's mistake means Houston gets another steal.

Just gonna drop this in here

 

https://vhlforum.com/topic/87313-falling-far/