FanSided’s 2020 NHL Entry Draft Rankings: Top 30 prospects

HAMILTON, ON - JANUARY 16: Alexis Lafreniere #11 of Team White and Quinton Byfield #55 of Team Red talk following the final whistle of the 2020 CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game at FirstOntario Centre on January 16, 2020 in Hamilton, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
HAMILTON, ON - JANUARY 16: Alexis Lafreniere #11 of Team White and Quinton Byfield #55 of Team Red talk following the final whistle of the 2020 CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game at FirstOntario Centre on January 16, 2020 in Hamilton, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) /
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OSHAWA, ON – JANUARY 19: Jack Quinn #22 of the Ottawa 67’s skates during an OHL game against the Oshawa Generals at the Tribute Communities Centre on January 19, 2020 in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Chris Tanouye/Getty Images)
OSHAWA, ON – JANUARY 19: Jack Quinn #22 of the Ottawa 67’s skates during an OHL game against the Oshawa Generals at the Tribute Communities Centre on January 19, 2020 in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Chris Tanouye/Getty Images) /

Hockey Prospects 15-11

15. Jack Quinn, C/RW, Ottawa 67’s — OHL (5-foot-11, 176 pounds)

A forward who improves more and more with each passing game. Quinn’s shot is legitimate, his on-ice smarts are top-notch and his puck distribution is at times underrated. He plays in a diverse network of situations and should attract the attention of many in the NHL.

14. Rodion Amirov, LW, Salavat Yulaev Ufa — KHL (6-foot-0, 168 pounds)

A winger with a very strong ability to combine offensive prowess with defensive responsibility. He boasts a relatively expansive toolkit — the likes of which include decent skating, solid hands and a shot that opponents ought to respect. Amirov’s skill should not be understated.

13. Dawson Mercer, C/RW, Chicoutimi Saguenéens — QMJHL (6-foot-0, 179 pounds)

A talented forward who has been deployed — often successfully — in a vast array of scenarios. Mercer plays good hockey at both ends of the ice, frequently boasting some of the most noteworthy intelligence of the current class. Should be a lock for selection on day one of the draft.

12. Seth Jarvis, C/RW, Portland Winterhawks — WHL (5-foot-10, 172 pounds)

One of the go-to examples of a very good player in this year’s draft. Jarvis plays a fast game and has been utilized in difficult situations by the Portland Winterhawks. He competes hard and produces at an admirable level, offering a wide-ranging toolkit to NHL organizations.

11. Anton Lundell, C/LW, HIFK — Liiga (6-foot-1, 183 pounds)

At the central root of Lundell’s game is a recurring ability to marry offensive production and defensive effort. The Finnish forward is capable of scoring across a broad set of circumstances, while also placing team members in spots to succeed. Look for professional scouts to be quite high on this player.