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2010 NHL Draft Profile: Ryan Johansen

The final prospect profile in advance of the 2010 NHL Entry Draft is on Byrnas Jr. winger Johan Larsson. He's a hard worker and defensively responsible who has got a lot of attention for his World U-18 performance. Perhaps it is enough to push him higher into the second round or better?

Today's draft profile focuses on Portland Winterhawk left winger Brad Ross. He's seen as an agitator with some offensive upside; and as a result, his draft stock has risen - perhaps enough to go earlier than 38th overall at the 2010 NHL Draft.

Draft profiles continue with Soo Greyhounds defenseman Brock Beukeboom. This profile notes that he can be physical and he can be a two-way defenseman, but he needs more experience and consistency at the position itself.

Position:  Center Age: 18 Date of Birth: April 15, 1992 Place of Birth: North Vancouver, BC Height: 5'9, 165lbs. Shoots:  Right 2009-2010 Regular Season Stats: GP G A PTS +/- PIM 72 ...

Today's 2010 NHL Entry Draft prospect profiles is Peterborough Petes center Ryan Spooner. Summary: He's not big, not strong, but he has great speed, a lot of offensive tools, and works very hard.

Beau Bennett will certainly be selected in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, but what does he offer to a team? This profile reveals that he's excellent on offense, there's a lot of risk to this pick, and he's not strong or beefy at all.

One of the top prospects coming out of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League is Rimouski's Czech winger Petr Straka. His offensive skills may keep him ahead of the Devils' 38th overall pick, but this profile reveals his faults that may make him available in the early second round.

2010 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Mark Pysyk

In kicking off prospect profiles for the 2010 NHL Entry Draft, I compile what information is out there for Delbarton left winger Kenny Agostino. Kenneth is ranked 72nd by CSS and could be a third or fourth round selection in this year's draft.