CRAZY_4_NAZZY Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 (edited) https://thehockeywriters.com/riley-patterson-2024-nhl-draft-prospect-profile/ Rankings NHL Central Scouting: 61st (among NA skaters) Peter Baracchini’s March Rankings: 95th Logan Horn’s April Rankings: 78th Andrew Forbes’ February Rankings: 83rd One of the biggest risers from the NHL Central Scouting rankings at the halfway point to the end-of-season rankings, Riley Patterson took his game to another level as the season progressed. The former Michigan State commit made quite an impact on the ice for the Barrie Colts in his rookie season. It did start off slow for him, but he was able to get his feet underneath him and get his game going as time went on. Riley Patterson, Barrie Colts (Terry Wilson / OHL Images) One of the reasons Patterson seemingly struggled to start the season was that he could not give himself and his teammates space to make plays. However, as he became more accustomed to the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) level of play, his high-level hockey IQ kicked in more and more. As his offensive game picked up, he was able to showcase a relentless work ethic at both ends of the ice while also showing his offensive prowess with a strong shot and good passing skills. With some added confidence and experience throughout the season, Patterson got more involved in the special teams play for the Colts as well, adding 14 points on the powerplay. Related: THW’s 2024 NHL Draft Guide One area where his game did not lack at the beginning of the season was his defensive play. While he does not stand super tall at 6 feet, Patterson makes use of the length he does have to put himself in a good position and take away passing lanes and chances for his opponents. While he does play a strong defensive game, becoming a little bit more active in the physicality aspect of the game and adding some “grit” would help add an extra layer to his game. Riley Patterson – NHL Draft Projection With the uptick in play as the season progressed, Patterson has obviously found himself climbing up the boards of teams heading into June’s draft. With the skillset, work ethic, and willingness to hone his game, he could find himself getting picked in the middle rounds of the draft, likely in the fourth round. AD Quotables “His tenacity and urgency to be involved in the play stood out in this viewing. I like the work he put in while on the forecheck to cause turnovers and help regain possession for his team. He seems to be a bit of a puck-hound that frustrates opponents. Patterson is able to find and create space with his hands and vision.” – Mike Kennedy, Future Considerations “Patterson is one of his coach’s go-to men, he is very reliable on both sides of the puck. He has a great ability to maintain control of the puck as he moves through the neutral zone. He is hard on the puck, which makes it incredibly hard to take the puck from him.” – Spencer Lazary, THW Strengths He has a strong work ethic that will make whoever coaches him at the next level a huge fan of him. He possesses a strong hockey IQ at both ends of the ice and good vision with the puck. He has shown a willingness to go to the dirty areas of the ice to help make a play on the puck. Defensively, he shows a good understanding and mindset on where he needs to position himself and limits chances for his opponents. Under Construction – Improvements to Make While he goes to the dirty areas, adding more grit and physicality to his game would help him in those situations and plays. He does not have a singular aspect of his game that jumps off the screen, so adding more to any certain aspect of it will help define his true role and ceiling at the next level. NHL Potential If Patterson can build on a strong second half of his rookie season in the OHL and develop his game even further, there is a chance that he could eventually become a middle-to-bottom-six player in an NHL lineup. With his skillset, he could also become a player on either special teams unit for the organization he ends up with. Risk-Reward Analysis Risk: 2/5, Reward: 4/5 Fantasy Hockey Potential Offense: 5.5/10, Defense: 4.5/10 Awards/Achievements With Patterson picking his play up in the second half of the season, he earned himself OHL Rookie of the Month honors in back-to-back months, winning the award for the months of January and February. Edited June 29 by CRAZY_4_NAZZY 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BPA Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Yay. Another pick!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Outsiders Posted June 29 Popular Post Share Posted June 29 Couldn't get a Pettersson so we got a Patterson 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Sounds like he shot up the draft boards late. Not bad in terms of stats for a 1st year player in the OHL. RH centre. Now let's grab some D and goalies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smashian Kassian Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 29 goals & 62 points in 68 games, skating seems to be a big strength, very interesting. Wasn't on my radar but I like the profile. Will have to see if I can find some tape on him. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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iinatcc Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Just now, Outsiders said: Couldn't get a Pettersson so we got a Patterson 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HKSR Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Patterson uses blazing crossovers and smooth puckhandling to attack the inside and catch the defence off-guard. Sometimes, he dangles through opponents before ripping a quick-release wrister. -EliteProspects 2024 NHL Draft Guide 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkyard Dog Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Just now, Smashian Kassian said: 29 goals & 62 points in 68 games, skating seems to be a big strength, very interesting. Wasn't on my radar but I like the profile. Will have to see if I can find some tape on him. Skating, shooting and work ethic. His biggest knock is his strength and the fact that he doesn’t really have one skill that knocks it out of the park. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EB43 Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Alvin for sure thought he was Swedish 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Sounds like he could have potential to be a solid 3C. RH 3C would be awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CRAZY_4_NAZZY Posted June 29 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 29 Riley just on sportsnet 650: "I think my game is a lot like JT MIller's, play offense, 200 foot game, play heavy". Already like this guy. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Junkyard Dog Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Just now, EB43 said: Alvin for sure thought he was Swedish No takesy backsies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DrJockitch Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Right Handed centre prospects always good to have. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoreanHockeyFan Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Wow, a Canadian! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R3aL Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Like this pick at this spot in draft a lot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkyard Dog Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Just now, CRAZY_4_NAZZY said: Riley just on sportsnet 650: "I think my game is a lot like JT MIller's, play offense, 200 foot game, play heavy". Already like this guy. Needs to get stronger. He doesn’t really have any attribute/talent that truly stands out. He doesn’t really have weakness that stand out either. Good skater and release. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locke Lamora Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Solid. Really like the profile. As with any prospect drafted in this range, many factors will determine if the kid makes it. I happen to believe that a kid’s inner fire makes a huge difference, and it seems Riley might have it. Not too sure about Fernstrom in this regard. It’s just so nice to have new prospects to follow though, isn’t it? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJockitch Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 (edited) 5 minutes ago, CRAZY_4_NAZZY said: Funny, the most impressive part of the highlight package was the goal the Fraska (sp?) kid scores near the beginning. Edited June 29 by DrJockitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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R3aL Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 I mean his teammate Cole beaudoin went in the first round just for some perspective. Will be interesting to see how they develop and compare after next year Cole it was his second OHL year whereas Riley was an OHL rookie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R3aL Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Anytime we can add a RH Canadian C with some upside I am a happy camper. 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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