Scouting the 2020 NHL Draft: Noel Gunler. This is a stylistic comparison only though and not one based on skill and ability.

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He can score in a variety of ways.

There are a lot of good targets for the Rangers in that range. Right Wing/Left Wing — shoots Right This year, he played in four J20 games, putting up six points.

This makes him very difficult to defend against on the rush.

(Photo by RvS.Media/Monika Majer/Getty Images). Gunler also played for Lulea in the Champions Hockey League. Last season, Noel Gunler got in 15 games at the SHL level, putting up two goals and three assists for five points while playing in the men’s league as a 17-year-old. With some refinement and commitment, Gunler can be a high-level scorer at the next level. BSH 2020 Community Draft Board, No. Gunler has a high hockey IQ and impressive positional awareness. Gunler could also stand to improve his defensive consistency or he will drive his coaches crazy at the next level.

Gunler shows a pass-first mentality when in the offensive zone.

In 11 games, he scored four goals and two assists for six points. — Mike G. Morreale, NHL.com, "A wildcard for a number of reasons, including limited playing time, being excluded from international teams, and inconsistency. However, he tends to overcomplicate things for himself when he tries too hard to make a play work.
"Noel Gunler is a really good-sized winger and has a really great skill set." The following is a compilation of some of the highlight packages and features of Noel Gunler that are available on youtube. Check back tomorrow for the next prospect on our draft board. There are times he is moving his feet, gets himself into good positions, and helps to cut down passing lanes and create turnovers.

In 2018-19, Gunler got his first crack at the SHL. Born October 7th, 2001 — Lulea, Sweden This would improve his balance and help him to be stronger on his skates. Now, before I get into detail, remember that these are stylistic comparisons, not a comparison of skills and potential.

He has had limited experience with Swedish National Teams, as there is plenty of competition for spots.

"Noel Gunler is a really good-sized winger and has a really great skill set."

He will need to become more disciplined as he matures going forward. Gunler also possesses a good first step and good acceleration, which allows him to reach his top speed rather quickly. He played 31 games, scoring 27 goals and 46 points.

Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on Puck Prose and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Gunler has the potential to be a top-line winger in the NHL and an effective point producer. I’m afraid that if a team takes him within the top-15, they will rush him up in 2 to 3 years, and unless he takes a monumental step forward in his development following the draft, won’t be ready by then.

— Blackhawks Vice President of Amateur Scouting Mark Kelley. Gunler doesn’t have a stand-out shot, though he isn’t necessarily bad, either. However, the potential here is high if a team is willing to wait for him.

On the power play, he plays the high-slot area, putting him smack in the middle of the umbrella formation. He has the speed and acceleration that is necessary when chasing the opposition, so he has the foundation to be effective in that area. He is a bit slight though, and he can improve his lower-body strength.

Gunler forces a lot of passes that aren’t always open.

However, if grown correctly and according to plan, he has elite potential. Gunler is a bit inconsistent in his own zone. He is a strong forechecker, as he combines pursuit and anticipation to force turnovers. I will attempt to give you at least one scouting report on all the prospects you need to know!

But few of those players are more fascinating than Swedish forward Noel Gunler.
Gunler played in the 2017 Under-17 World Hockey Challenge but did not score a point in five tournament games. Regardless of his issues overcomplicating things, Gunler is still good at stickhandling and protecting the puck. Gunler is a very quick skater with great acceleration. He led the North Division in both goals and points He also added three points in three playoff games.

Required fields are marked *. He races towards them and waves his stick out in front of his body, forcing the opposition to make a play quickly, often resulting in turnovers.

The NY Rangers currently have a second 1st round selection in the 2020 NHL Draft that will be in the 21-24 range. Those factors work against his elite scoring ability." On the backcheck, he has the basic necessities to succeed.

Gunler’s speed is one of the best in the 2020 NHL Draft class. Gunler also does a nice job supporting the defense down low when the puck is on his side, which is something a lot of teams are looking for. Gunler scored 27 goals and 19 assists for 46 points in just 31 games last season. Each day I will bring you a new player profile or topical article in the lead-up to the 2020 NHL Draft. He makes mistakes when teams put pressure on him. 17 overall.

He has great defensive zone positioning, not allowing himself to get sucked out of a play and into a puck battle. LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND - DECEMBER 03: #8 Noel Gunler of Lulea HF warms up prior the Champions Hockey League match between Lausanne HC and Lulea HF at Vaudoise Arena on December 3, 2019 in Lausanne, Switzerland. However, he has been used mainly in the SHL, scoring twice and adding 7 assists for 9 points in 34 games.