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westbeach55
09-29-2005, 01:51 AM
Mike Gauthier, D, Prince Albert Raiders
169th Overall – St. Louis Blues
Ranked 31st in WHL by Hockey’s Future
6’4 185lbs

Finding big, strong and aggressive defensemen isn’t hard to do in the Western Hockey League and Prince Albert Raiders defenseman Mike Gauthier certainly isn’t an exception. Gauthier, the second Raider defenseman to be taken in the draft, was selected by the St Louis Blues 169th overall. Had Gauthier, a native of North Vancouver, British Columbia, managed to stay healthy for the entire season, he may not have been available at No. 169. Breaking his leg early in the new year, Gauthier opted to have what was thought to be season-ending surgery. Gauthier returned in time to join the Raiders in their playoff quest.

Gauthier, who had but three points in 40 games this season, will not be mistaken for an offensive defenseman. While he’s great with the physical aspects of the game and positioning in his own end, Gauthier has little offensive upside and needs to develop his decision-making abilities, which are slow even at the junior level. His first pass will also need to be addressed, as his ability to find his forwards with the puck is inconsistent at best. That said, Gauthier does have the size to be effective, and will need to increase his aptitude in other areas in order to be successful.


Jeff May, D, Prince Albert Raiders
151st Overall – Detroit Red Wings
Ranked 14th in WHL by Hockey’s Future
6’1 186lbs

Despite scoring 22 points in 67 games for the Prince Albert Raiders this season, defenseman Jeff May wasn’t very noticeable during the 2004-05 Western Hockey League season. That, though, may not have been a disadvantage for the rearguard, though. Playing safe, mistake-free hockey for the majority of the season earned him the privilege of being drafted by one of the most storied hockey franchises in the history of the game, the Detroit Red Wings. Selected 151st overall, May was the first of three Raider teammates to be selected in the 2005 draft.

Steady, sturdy and unspectacular describe the game of May, a native of Richmond, British Columbia. With no real flaws and a solid fundamental game, it’s also hard to find any exceptional qualities about the 6’1, 186-pounder. Playing on both the power play and penalty kill for the Raiders this season, May displayed both adequate offensive skills as well as competent defensive zone coverage. Already possessing good skating ability, May has the ability to develop into a sound player at the professional level

www.hockeyfutures.com

Knuckle Chucker
09-29-2005, 02:09 PM
Thanks for the info. I think the descriptions of both players is bang on.