NHL Top 25: #21-#25
#25: RW Mikko Rantanen - Colorado Avalanche
“Finnish RWer who consistently hits a point a game or better in the last 3 seasons. Has ability to score 30 goals a season. Constant producer and necessary key to Avalanche success.”
#24: C Mark Scheifele - Winnipeg Jets
“Hard nosed hockey player capable of point per game production. Scores in the mid 20s to lower 30s and has been doing so for 5 years running. Huge reason for the Jet’s success during that period.”
#23: D Brent Burns - San Jose Sharks
“First round pick in 2003 and converted to a defenseman during his career. Very strong offensive numbers as a defenseman, one of the best offensive defensemen in the league. Has a powerful shot, capable of running the Power Play. His defensive abilities limit his ranking.”
#22 RW Mitch Marner - Toronto Maple Leafs
“Strong playmaker on a very skilled Toronto squad. Had 67 points in 59 games before the COVID pause in March. He’s a young core cog in a fast paced, skilled and young Toronto Maple Leafs team.”
#21 C Jack Eichel - Buffalo Sabres
“The consolation prize of the 2015 “McDavid” lottery. Has put up very strong production despite the lack of help but has more recently come out as a star on his squad. Could see his run for MVP should the Sabres find stride with the moves they made.”