Flyers Get an “A” in 2006 Draft
Allan Muir of Sports Illustrated gives the Flyers an A for their value picks in the 2006 draft and even sees Giroux as a sleeper pick that could become a premium league star.
GM Bobby Clarke may have forgotten his name on the podium, but Claude Giroux (22nd) could become a great value pick. His size (5-10, 169) is a concern, but the kid can flat out score. He could become one of those guys like Joe Sakic that you can’t believe fell so far in the draft. Andreas Nodl (39th) is several years away, but the kid can put the puck in the net. In grabbing Michael Ratchuk (42nd) and Denis Bodrov (55th), Clarke addressed the defensive void in the system and continued his trend of getting good value prospects for the position. Grade: A
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Posted on June 27, 2006 by Micah | Filed Under Flyers, Philadelphia
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I thought this was a good pick by the Flyers since Giroux seems like the type of athlete that is ideal for the new form of the NHL. He’s a little guy with alot of speed and talent so hopefully Clarkie made the right pick here.