Richard Baran

BCHL left shooting rearguard good directional mobility, a decent top speed who doesn’t panic, just breaks pucks out under pressure. His gap control and ability to make the correct plays in transition are what had me focus on him. Has very few warts in his game. He seals off guys all the wall, breaking up the cycle, and snuffs out plays early. Has the potential to be future two-way NHL defender.

                                                                              --Bill Płaczek--