Arctic Ice Hockey’s 2013 NHL Mock Draft: Pick #13

Hey all! Welcome to another instalment of Arctic Ice Hockey's annual NHL Mock Draft.

Over the next thirty days, we will attempt to telepathically channel the minds of NHL General Managers as they complete their final rankings in preparation for the 2013 NHL Draft being held June 30, 2012 in Newark, NJ.

Without further adieu, we present our loyal readers with the thirteenth overall pick of Arctic Ice Hockey's 2013 Mock Draft.

Kevin Cheveldayoff: With the thirteenth overall selection in this years draft, the Winnipeg Jets‘ are pleased to select…

Rankings: CSS (17 NA), ISS (20), TSN (27), Hockey Prospectus (44)

The Skinny: Coming off back-to-back forty goal seasons, Kerby Rychel is a player who has been lauded for his shot and scoring sense as well as the sandpaper aspect he brings to the game. With NHL bloodlines, Rychel is no doubt fits the TNSE mold and his two-way two-way game could evolve him into a quality top-six option.

Hockey Prospectus:

"Rychel, the son of former NHL player Warren Rychel, has been a productive OHL forward the past two seasons, averaging over a point per game during that span. He has above-average puck skills, good offensive instincts, and a great shot. While he has good skill, I would not define him as a creative player. The Spitfires used him on the right point of their power play, where he was free to unleash his big one-timer. He can be effective in front of the net, as he has good hand-eye coordination, and a quality power game that helps him establish body position. He projects as a good secondary scoring option, with skill and physicality adding to his value. His skating is roughly average; he has some poor mechanics, but decent speed. He also needs to work on his defensive game."

AIH Draft Board

Community Draft Board