Monday, August 17, 2009

Canadiens Top 20 prospects, Fall 2009


Below is a small exerpt from the Hockey's Future article which rates the Habs top 20 prospects:


11. (NR) Joonas Nattinen, C, 18 Acquired 3rd round, 65th overall, 2009

Big, skilled, and fast -- the 6'2 Nattinen may eventually develop into the large center for whom the club has been searching.

With excellent hockey sense and a strong ability on faceoffs, Nattinen is highly regarded and has been touted as a can't-miss talent. He'll remain in Finland this season and the club will look to bring him to North America the following season.

Nattinen, who remains with Espoo Blues in Finland, will play a larger role on that squad. The young forward also played on the top power-play unit at last year's World Junior Championship and will be looked to fill a similar role long term with the Habs.

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