Ottawa Senators Players Ranked By Importance: 11-20

18. Nick Paul

Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; A general view of the NHL shield logo before the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

A prospect this high? Yes, I decided to put Paul up in the late teens. I don’t think he will become the next Mark Stone like some are suggesting online but he could be a solid role player on the second or third line. He looked very impressive at Development Camp according to many and he will get a chance to prove himself in the AHL next season.

He may not amount to anything, but out of Ottawa’s forward prospects, he seems to be the third closest to the NHL behind Matt Puempel and Shane Prince. He could be getting a chance relatively soon and if he becomes what we think he can, he’s much more valuable than the Greening’s and Smith’s of the organization.

Plus, he has potential to be even better.

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