Wiz scouts Blackhawks Prospects Ian Mitchell and Blake Hillman

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    The-Rink.com Prospect Guru Bill “Wiz” Placzek gives a taste of things to come with a quick breakdown on two Blackhawk defensive prospects playing at D
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    #4201
    6628
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    Hey wiz, if these guys pan out what would the timetable likely be for them to hit the show effectively?

    #4203
    Mister Ricochet
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    It should be noted that Hillman is 22 and Mitchell is 19 yrs old.  ……… Wiz, any thoughts on Hawks’ 2015 3rd rd pick ND Dman 21 yr old Dennis Gilbert  in these games?

    #4204
    Jeff Osborn
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    I will say that from what I saw of Mitchell at last summer’s prospect camp, he’s going to be a good one.

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    Mister Ricochet
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    Would love to see more from Wiz on Hawk prospects.   A  nice addition to the Rink.

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    Anonymous
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    Wiz, I would also like to hear about your impression of Gilbert.  Also, where do you think their ultimate role will be with the Hawks?  Any of them top pairing potential?

    #4306
    Mister Ricochet
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    [quote quote=4305]Wiz, I would also like to hear about your impression of Gilbert. Also, where do you think their ultimate role will be with the Hawks? Any of them top pairing potential?

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    Todd, I saw Gilbert play for a full yr with the USHL Chicago Steel 4 yrs ago and got a look at him live this yr at ND when U of Minnesota visited.  To be short he was a wild hair of sorts to start with the Steel, tall, thin, +skater, ALWAYS jumped in but learned quickly you’ll get torched playing that way in the USHL.   Ended the yr a much more responsible Dman.

    Has transitioned to a stay at home shutdown PK Dman at ND, fantastic plus minus stats with offensive back class.  Nice size, at least average skater, defensive minded, good in his slot.  Maybe a Stephen Johns type, ceiling would be 2nd pairing but more likely a 4th-5th type Dman.  http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=267396

    Keep in mind I’m no scout but have seen him thru jrs and the NCAA.

    #5002
    jr_howie
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    Thank you for the read on prospects ‘WIZ’. Always enjoy your insight and look forward to more.

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    [quote quote=4201]Hey wiz, if these guys pan out what would the timetable likely be for them to hit the show effectively?

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    It actually depends upon the position but I doubt you wait more than. a season before they turn pro.

    It is all about a comfort zone and growth, not some timetable that the team has planned out, but these kids are the real deal in that top ten…

    #5858

    [quote quote=4203]It should be noted that Hillman is 22 and Mitchell is 19 yrs old. ……… Wiz, any thoughts on Hawks’ 2015 3rd rd pick ND Dman 21 yr old Dennis Gilbert in these games?

    [/quote][quote quote=4305]Wiz, I would also like to hear about your impression of Gilbert. Also, where do you think their ultimate role will be with the Hawks? Any of them top pairing potential?

    [/quote][quote quote=4201]Hey wiz, if these guys pan out what would the timetable likely be for them to hit the show effectively?

    [/quote]

    It actually depends upon the position but I doubt you wait more than. a season before they turn pro.

    It is all about a comfort zone and growth, not some timetable that the team has planned out, but these kids are the real deal in that top ten…

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