Post NHL Draft: Top 10 Ottawa Senators Prospects
By Jack Leiper
8. Filip Chlapik
Forward –Charlottetown Islanders — 2015 2nd Round Pick
QMJHL 6foot0 194lbs
Chlapik is a 2nd round pick who holds a very high upside at the NHL level. He’s a scorer, and it has been noted that he’s also very solid away from the puck.
That said, he projects as a strong two-way center at the NHL level. He’s 194 pounds at 6foot0, but needs to add some muscle and strength according to numerous scouting reports:
"A center who works good in both zones. Uses his stick very effective to interrupt passes and has a good positioning game, seems to be always where the puck will head to. Great ability to dig out pucks from board battles with his good stickwork. He backchecks well and fulfills his defensive responsibilities. Tries to be physical but lacks strength. Needs to improve his shot and overall is lacking strength, also needs to use his shot more often. – Elite Prospects"
Chlapik had 33 goals in the QMJHL this season, and was second on his team in scoring, just behind Pittsburgh Penguins 2015 2nd rounder, Daniel Sprong.
Chlapik’s rankings at this previous draft saw him slotted right around where Ottawa took him. This makes Chlapik a reliable pick and a good building piece for the future. What’s more is that his import status makes him eligible for the AHL sooner than regular CHL players.
Look for Chlapik to light up Binghamton in the coming years..
Next: #7: Projects To Be A Steady Defender