CRAZY_4_NAZZY Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 (edited) Rankings NHL Central Scouting (NA Skaters): 112th Parker Alcos is an extremely skilled defender who played this season with the Edmonton Oil Kings. I had the privilege of seeing him go from a player who wasn’t recognized as a top prospect or someone who could even be considered for the upcoming draft, to someone who helped lead the blue line for the Oil Kings in several different scenarios. When I first started watching him at the beginning of the 2023-24 season, he didn’t stand out right away. However, as the games went on and he gained confidence, Alcos began showing signs of a potential shutdown defender. By the end of the season, he had proven himself as a top-four defender with the Oil Kings. Parker Alcos, Edmonton Oil Kings (Oilers Entertainment Group/LA Media) Alcos impressed me with his vision and the confidence he has with the puck on his stick on the breakout. He isn’t afraid to carry it for an extra step and make a long pass if required, but he has the speed and overall hockey IQ to skate from end to end and create plays in the offensive zone. He could use some work transitioning from the offensive zone to the defensive zone, but he has built a reputation as a player who is tough to beat in a one-on-one battle and who can take the right angle on an attacking forward. Related: THW’s 2024 NHL Draft Guide Alcos’ offensive numbers don’t jump off the page by any means, but he still scored one goal and added 14 assists for 15 points through 67 games in his official rookie campaign in the Western Hockey League (WHL) this season. He has all the tools to become a solid depth defender at the NHL level, but he will need to fine-tune his game when he returns to the Oil Kings next season with experience under his belt. I would predict he returns and doubles his point totals with the Oil Kings next season, and continues to elevate himself as a star defenceman. Parker Alcos – NHL Draft Projection Alcos has flown up draft boards this season and has gone from off the board to a potential mid-round draft pick. While none of the writers at THW had him in their top 100 rankings, he could go as early as 120th, but he could go anywhere from 120-210. He could slip quite a bit in the draft, but he could be worth the risk if a team chooses to take him. Quotables “He does a good job at moving the puck up ice and has good vision…He does need to work on his pivoting ability as he is a little slow on the turn.” – Alfonso Acevdeo, Recruit Scouting Strengths Shutdown defender Strong one-on-one against attackers Smooth skater Under Construction – Improvements to Make Offensive ability Transition speed NHL Potential Alcos will have a tough time getting a shot in the NHL, but could earn a spot as a bottom-four defender if he cleans up his transition speed and adds some offensive ability. He could solidify himself as a shutdown depth defender as well. He will likely have to grind his way through the American Hockey League (AHL) before he gets a shot in the NHL, but he could max out as a second-pairing defenceman. Risk-Reward Analysis Risk: 4.75/5, Reward: 4/5 Fantasy Hockey Potential Offense: 5.25/10, Defense: 8.75/10 Edited June 29 by CRAZY_4_NAZZY 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaasty Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 (edited) Not gonna pretend I know about Parker but it never hurts to take a a shot at a big, right shot TWD. Edited June 29 by Coaasty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Stierlitz Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 (edited) dp Edited June 29 by Stierlitz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucker67 Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Big, Canadian right-shot D. I like it. Developing RDs McWard Woo Willander Celebrini Alcos 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pears Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Big right shot Canadian? Yes please. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Even if he was a stay at home RHD that would be a worthwhile pick. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJockitch Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Big right shot D that moves well, I like. Will we complete the draft with all righties? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 If he can keep his offence going at the higher levels, he could be a solid depth defender. It will be interesting to see how he develops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stierlitz Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 Parker is from Port Moody, BC 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R3aL Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 ilike the bets we placing with what we have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Snoop Hogg Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 You gotta love a big d. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pears Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Snoop Hogg said: You gotta love a big d. The bigger the better, or so the saying goes Edited June 29 by Pears typo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reg Posted June 29 Share Posted June 29 1 hour ago, Pears said: The bigger the better, or so the saying goes That's what she said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bure_Pavel Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 I like this pick, in the late rounds going for a big young RD with some untapped potential is a smart play. Could get lucky and develop into a solid bottom pairing guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Shackleford Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 6'3" RHD, still only 17 while rising up the rankings and a BC kid to boot. Will be rooting for the kid! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Hogs and Podz Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 Very intrigued by this kid. Only 17, 6'4 and can skate. Big Rd prospect from Port Moody. Keeping a close eye on him. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Tim Posted September 15 Share Posted September 15 Been impressed with Alcos so far at the Young Stars tourney. Great size, good skating, and assertive with the puck on his stick. Figured he was one of those 'handle the puck like a live grenade' stay at home D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewlowned Posted September 28 Share Posted September 28 Nice pass from the 6'3, 180 lbs 18 year old 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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