Sillinger was on the top line with Jakub Voracek and Gustav Nyquist for this contest, but they were heavily outplayed. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Sillinger scored 16 goals with 15 assists as a rookie in 2021-22. In elementary school, when teachers would ask him what he wanted to be when he grew up, his answer was always simple. Instead, youll see Cole advance into medium/high danger areas with the puck, often using well timed cuts, crafty footwork and a wealth of skill moves to get by his defender and fire a rocket on the net. Hes more dynamic. The Sillinger boys were too close for real fights, but there wasnt a day that went by where the youngest wasnt trying to keep up with his older brothers. Sillinger's closest comparable, in terms of development timeline, is Gilbert Brule, the guy who got injured in his second game and never recovered. He clearly got in the weight room and put the time in. The Columbus Blue Jackets cannot let Cole Sillinger follow that path. For Sillinger's sake and the Blue Jackets' sake, hopefully, this wasthe last time he's scratched. Even the best results the Blue Jackets have gotten in this range, three of the four taken several picks before him, were all given at least a full season before making their NHL debuts. You can only imagine the battles we have out there, Cole said. Sillinger was unable to play Thursday versus Minnesota, but he could be ready to go versus the Oilers on Saturday. Sillinger (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Dallas, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. (Jasen Robbennolt / Sioux Falls Stampede), Cole Sillinger, second from right, with his dad and two brothers at the golf course. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. This kid has a bright future, and it will be fun to see what he can do with additional ice time. All Rights Reserved. But unlike his father, Sillinger has a scoring touch that should make him an important top-six player for whichever NHL team selects him. He doesnt just mindlessly give the puck away when he cant find a shooting lane, he times his passes so that theyre often received in stride surrounded by an open pocket of space. He missed Saturday's win in Detroit and Monday's loss to the Rangers in Columbus. Twenty-two years later, Cole went 12th to the Blue Jackets. Sillinger was 18 and 302 days old Sunday, which made him the second-youngest player in franchise history to score three goals in a game, topped only by Nikita Filatov's hat trick Jan. 10, 2009 at 18 and 230 days. Sign up to receive daily headline news from Regina Leader-Post, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. The Cannon Cast Episode 193: The Gavrikov Trade Debacle, Game #61 Gamethread: Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres, Click here to donate and help pay our writers through the rest of the season, Scott Wheelers draft ranking in The Athletic, Game #61 Preview: Blue Jackets travel to Buffalo to take on red-hot Sabres. He has the means to do so as well, as he boasts a quick release that generates a ton of velocity with very little sacrifice in accuracy. He could also feel the work hed done paying off in his acceleration, his strength below the circles, and how hard he became to knock off of pucks. I believed that I took full advantage of those 10 months off of training and did everything I possibly could in that time and I wanted to go showcase it in a season.. You wont often see Cole blindly firing pucks from awkward angles along the perimeter or from far away at the point. Sillinger was selected 11th overall by the Medicine Hat Tigers of the Western Hockey League in the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft. Family ties:OK, I think pretty much everyone knows about his dad, as Mike played 155 games with the Blue Jackets over two seasons from 2001-03. But this team has a lot of centers. Sillinger, who was selected 12th overall in 2021, has two goals and eight points in 52 games this season after a 16-goal, 15-assist rookie performance in 2021-22. And I think thats so important for players. These days, Mike and his two eldest sons know the youngest in the hockey family is primed to become its best. He loves shooting the puck mid drag, simultaneously threatening both a pass and a shot so that the goalie cant fully commit to the shot. But Im for sure chomping at the bit. Four years later, now with double the drafting expertise, the Blue Jackets selected Nikita Filatov 6th overall. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. This marks the first time Sillinger's been on the ice since suffering an injury on the first day of training camp. He could stand to do this more, it never hurts to make the defence respect one more weapon. Thankfully, despite being the best player every time he steps on the ice, Sillinger continues to demonstrate quality off puck movement. The ball. The. Thatd be really fun, and a great way for Cole to get used to the pro game.) These players tend to have a hard time when transitioning to higher level hockey as understanding how, when, and where to move away from the puck is a necessity in order to be an effective player in all 3 zones of the ice. "I don't worry about him. And thats so important. Is giving Sillinger another year to bulk up in his best long-term interest? With the WHL on hiatus,Sillinger had previously arranged to join the USHLs Sioux Falls Stampede, who picked up his junior A rights in late summer. Sillinger (upper body) practiced with Columbus' second group Saturday, per Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch. He has two older brothers that play hockey. As Cole prepared for his first full season in the WHL in 2019, his family began to realize that he had something special. These are the standard examples of the standard timeline for a prospect of Sillingers level. He was the kid that used to get nervous for fitness testing. We have enabled email notificationsyou will now receive an email if you receive a reply to your comment, there is an update to a comment thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. NHL and the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup are registered trademarks and the NHL Shield and NHL Conference logos are trademarks of the National Hockey League. Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger says it is his hope that he continues to get to be a part of the team's penalty-killing units. Owen Sillinger is a member of Columbus affiliate Cleveland Monsters in the American Hockey League and Lukas skates with Arizona State University. Cole Sillinger was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 16, 2003, the third son to Karla (ne Dreger) Sillinger and former National Hockey League forward Mike Sillinger. Sillinger (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday. As could Skinner. That kids not going to burn out. His dad, Mike, played for 12 NHL teams, including two seasons with the Blue Jackets from 2001-03. [5] His father played professional hockey for the Columbus Blue Jackets at the time of his birth. Im breaking this into two arguments: 1) Club precedent shows its too early for Cole Sillinger, and 2) we dont need him on the roster right now. But it wasnt until his dads fifth and final stop, a three-season stint with the Islanders in the twilight of his career, that Coles memories start to come into focus. He returned to the lineup on Tuesday against Nashville, a game the Blue Jackets lost 2-1, but he was one of the team's . With the WHL season continuously delayed due to COVID-19, top NHL Draft prospect Cole Sillinger opted to play in the USHL for the Sioux Falls Stampede this year. Its his compete. Just 19 years old, Sillinger is going to experience growing pains at the top level; he's produced two goals and four assists through 29 contests. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hes going to bring both to an organization. The last was Jake Sanderson, who was selected fifth overall by the Ottawa Senators in 2020. Theres notable improvement between the WHL shut down and his arrival in the USHL but its still among his weaker attributes. Id go as far as to say he even has some chippiness in his game. Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule, Roster, News, and Rumors | The Cannon, 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Cole Sillinger has a high ceiling and Columbus connections, Wild Trade: Gus Nyquist dealt to Minnesota, Game 61 Recap: Blue Jackets slash down Buffalo thanks to Eric Robinsons hat trick. Its a habit., When Cole showed up to training camp with Medicine Hat to begin his 16-year-old season, those habits paid off when he finished in the Tigers top five in fitness testing, something the teams head coach and general manager Willie Desjardins said was very unusual for a first-year player.. [3] He earned 2021 USHL Rookie of the Year honors by a unanimous vote of league general managers for his performance and was elected to the first all-USHL rookie team and all-USHL third team. Hes a good multi-tasker who can move pucks to space at high speed. 1. Liam Foudy is the most recent of the three selections, having just missed the cut for the NHL roster this year, after bouncing between Columbus and Cleveland last year. Simply put, the Blue Jackets' depth at center is non-existent. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Also, removing Sillinger and goaltender Pascal Leclaire leaves 10 skaters in our sample, which seems like a reasonable number. If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is. Thats just the way he was brought up. Like most junior hockey superstars Cole Sillinger is a player who wants to score goals and see that lamp light up. by Bartha & Bread Financial, 50/50 Raffle pres. Hes certainly too good for the USHL and would benefit from playing against better opposition for the sake of his development. Eventually, keeping up turned into equalling, and then surpassing. Try a week on us. Why picks 6-19, you might ask? The puck. Gambling problem? Back to the AHL before returning for 23 games in 2006-07. All Rights Reserved. Tuesday night's performance was a positive sign in what has been a down year offensively for Sillinger. On March 13, 2022, Sillinger scored his first NHL career hat trick with the Blue Jackets against the Vegas Golden Knights. Sillinger (upper body) will play Thursday versus the Blues, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. (Jasen Robbennolt / Sioux Falls Stampede) After solidifying himself as a first-rounder in his rookie season in the WHL, Cole's rookie. He hasn't found the back of the net in 23 straight contests, with his last goal coming Nov. 17, and he's managed only two assists and a minus-6 rating over that stretch. However, when the WHL delayed the start of its 2020-21 season due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus, Sillinger decided to move Sioux Falls of the United States Hockey League. Sillinger is listed as day-to-day after being injured Saturday versus Boston. Both points came in the third period as the Blue Jackets pulled away. Cole Sillinger was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 16, 2003, the third son to Karla ( ne Dreger) Sillinger and former National Hockey League forward Mike Sillinger. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The things I do every day are towards that end goal.. It doesnt matter what Cole does, he just seems to be good at everything, Mike said. Its just how I am as a person to be honest. Owen and Lukas followed a different path than Cole, playing their midget AAA hockey for the Regina Pat Canadians before pursuing NCAA commitments to Bemidji State University through the Jr. A BCHLs Penticton Vees. Check out theProspects tabfor our other scouting reports. Sillinger continues to center the Blue Jackets' third line, and with fellow first-rounder Yegor Chinakhov (21st overall in the 2020 draft) catching fire alongside him with five points in the last four games, it may not be long before Sillinger finally gets onto the scoresheet. This was a little bump in the road.". Im just hoping COVID is going to get better and we can start playing again. He can take over a game by himself. He shows no difficulty making plays in motion but can also enter a glide and make plays w/ the game slowed down. He was more committed this season which is nice to see. BlueJackets.com is the official Web site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. - Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, Being one of the more unique players in the draft, Cole Sillinger tends to remind of Mark Scheifele. Werenski and Voracek not only became bona fide stars, but will also be joining Sillinger for the 2021-22 campaign. Thus far, his stats are as follows: goals: 2, down from 16. assists: 4 down from 15. points: 6, down from 31. As things usually do with Cole, that pursuit then became an obsession. One (1) assist. And all four went on to at least have fruitful NHL careers. Competitions over missed box jumps replaced fights over a ball or a puck. Second of three Columbus picks from this class, he recorded two goals and 12 points in 37 games before demanding a trade and leaving. Sillinger scored a goal and an assist in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Canadiens. I just have to stay focused on what I can do.. 3. 12 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft. Well lucky for us, a conveniently-no-longer-injured Max Domi arrived to training camp earlier than expected! The Official Site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. It took me a few games as I initially misread his off puck movement as laziness or coasting. Over three years, he tallied 32 points while bouncing between the fourth line, the press box, the IR, and the minors, before being traded to his hometown Edmonton Oilers to continue an injury-riddled career. Follow Scott on Twitter @scottcwheeler, Cole Sillinger (Medicine Hat Tigers / RJF Productions), Cole Sillinger, number 34, smiles during warmups. When it comes to a strength and conditioning coach, you dont have to motivate him.. Look for a big improvement this season, especially if he able to spend any time at forward with either Johnny Gaudreau and/or Patrik Laine. It seems like I cant catch a break but at the same time everyone is in the same boat. I don't. Ive yet to see many shifts where he displays all these attributes in succession but the individual skills are there and, with the right development, could come together to be a good supporting defensive winger at the NHL level. Zherdev only played in 4.5 seasons in the NHL (netting 99 goals and 239 points) before returning to the KHL, failed comeback attempt with the Flyers notwithstanding. He played on the penalty kill but wasnt really a defensive stalwart by any means. In fact, the only Blue Jackets prospects to not return to the minors, AHL, or Europe before playing in the NHL, prior to Sillinger, were Rick Nash and Gilbert Brule. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. 16 TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. Cole Sillinger already has the frame of an NHL center, not that of a typical 18-year-old. They get after each other. NHL and the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup are registered trademarks and the NHL Shield and NHL Conference logos are trademarks of the National Hockey League. Sillinger is a skilled two-way player who is equally adept at creating offense and playing sound defense. The WHL, as well as the OHL, have still yet to announce their plans for the 2020-21 season leaving all of their prospects in limbo. And I want to pump the brakes on it, at least for a second. tap here to see other videos from our team, Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account and fewer ads, Get exclusive access to the National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on, Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists, Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists, Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword, Access articles from across Canada with one account, Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments, Get email updates from your favourite authors. He also played four regular-season games with the Tigers in the WHL. Other times you may find Sillinger attack the zone and find himself driving right into pressure with no way out other than to dump the puck or surrender possession to the opposition. I couldnt play any games so I had to come home. As an independent site, we're committed to delivering Blue Jackets fans the news and analysis they deserve, all while remaining free. The Columbus native was taken by his hometown team 12th overall in the 2021 draft, and has convinced the coaching staff over the past 10 weeks to grant him a spot among the 23 players to be paid the big bucks starting Thursday, likely playing with Boone Jenner and Max Domi. He combines strong edgework with a lower center of gravity to shield the puck from bigger opposition, while also displaying sharp cuts and pivots to quickly slide through narrow gaps. While not overly physical, he doesnt shy away from contact in order to make the best play available. For him, when the games on the line he always plays his best. All Rights Reserved. Guenthers very good, really good, but Sillinger is scary. There he served as a top-six forward and power-play specialist (26 power-play points) but also killed penalties and delivered 53 points and 181 shots (3.77 per . Since being a healthy scratch for the Blue Jackets' Jan. 14 win against Detroit and Jan. 16 loss . When he couldnt get into the gym with Yaskowitch in March and April, that training included setting up a full home gym in his garage. Both very solid options, and neither risk the long term development of an important prospect. Need a scouting report on a particular prospect,contact ustoday. "I'm a dual citizen so that was a decision I had made to go down there in early October," said Cole, 17, the youngest son of former NHLer Mike Sillinger. Heloves working his legs, Yaskowitch said, laughing. Even if so, Id still like for Boone Jenner to pair with him for defensive draws and as a general security blanket. He impressed in his emergency debut during the 2019-20 season, a year and a half after he was taken 18th overall in the 2018 Draft. Which leads me to my next point. "I think this is gonna serve him well," head coach Brad Larsen said regarding scratching Sillinger at Monday's morning skate. So he can beat defenders one-on-one without ever getting touched and then when they do bump him, hes able to shed past and maintain control too. Please try again. He really is a great character. The timing of the pandemic isnt ideal for Sillinger, whos a top prospect for the 2021 NHL draft. This is the type of player, however, that you immediately take if hes available with any subsequent pick. In 14:16, Sillinger registered three shots on goal, did not commit a turnover, and won 4/8 of the face-offs he took. On July 23, 2021, Sillinger was selected 12th overall by the Blue Jackets in the 2021 draft.[4]. The latest projected start date of Jan. 8 is now off the table, but the league is still hoping to get the green light later in the New Year. Sillinger got off to a really slow start, registering just two assists in his first 13 games. [5] His father played professional hockey for the Columbus Blue Jackets at the time of his birth. - Tony Ferrari, Dobber Prospects, Sillingers one of the players Im higher on than most in this draft. 6-keys: media/spln/nhl/reg/free/playerprofiles, Plus-Minus Goals Scored For or Against Total, Kane trade grades: Rangers get star at bargain price, Oilers acquire Mattias Ekholm from Predators, Rangers' K'Andre Miller suspended three games, Rangers acquire Patrick Kane from Blackhawks: report. He tends to draw defenders into him, faking an attack to the outside lane before quickly cutting towards the middle and gaining the zone from there. The Medicine Hat Tigers made him the 11th pick of the 2018 bantam draft after he scored 50 goals and 90 points in 33 games with the Okanagan Hockey Academys under-15 AAA team. And then Mike will pop in for something and hell chirp all three of them. For Sillinger to get an NHL shot, he had to go from skinny kid to gym rat and become a relentless, powerful and hard-hitting 6-foot, 201-pound menace. The former 11th overall pick in the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft and son of former NHLer Mike Sillinger certainly expected to play the most important season of his junior career with the Medicine Hat Tigers, especially after his incredible rookie season where he accrued 53 points in just 48 games played (1.10 ppg). Coles earliest childhood memories are of Christmas skates at Nassau Coliseum, where hed hold hands with Mike Comrie or Rick DiPietro as he learned to skate. His skating is good, hes got great hands, hes got size. He races on retrievals, forcing defenders to go at 100% to stop Cole from sneaking by them and grabbing the puck behind the net. Just as he was really starting to put it all together, the WHL season came to an abrupt end due to the COVID19 pandemic and Sillingers impressive rookie season had come to a close. In addition, he hides his shot well, masking his intentions until the very last moment where he can open/close the blade and change the angle with a subtle weight shift, all during his very brief shooting motion. Mark Scheifele, Center, Winnipeg Jets. Sean Kuraly was explicitly signed to slot in at the 4C. Both of these are likely more of a miss by the scouting staff than a rushed development by the coaching staff. Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. On Sunday, Cole Sillinger officially became the first 18 year old Blue Jacket to make the opening night roster under General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen. Sillinger had a very nice rookie campaign in 2021-22, as he scored 16 goals and added 15 assists in 79 games as an 18-year-old. He dominated. His shooting arsenal isnt limited by any means as he can easily beat goalies with a snap shot, a wrist shot or a one timer. Cole said he added 15 new pounds of muscle so that by the time he arrived in Sioux Falls, his six-foot frame weighed a lean 200 pounds. Look for Cole to possibly play a large role next winter for the Canadian team. by Nationwide, Learn to Play pres. Bio info:He's a hometown kid - in some ways. Both players had questionable skating at the time of their draft but made up through it with deception, a tendency to hunt for open space, strong off puck play and an eye for narrow passing lanes. While skating is becoming more and more valuable with each draft that passes, its not a necessity if the player exhibits traits and skills that help them find space regardless. Grand total of 6-7-13 in 44 games. He had little trouble adjusting to playing with Medicine Hat of the WHL two seasons ago, totaling 22 goals and 53 points in 48 games for the Tigers. The Official Site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. I never really tried to look at any other career or anything I wanted to do. After a 16-15-31 season where he often looked like he belonged at the NHL level, his sophomore year has been anything but up to par. Regina-born Cole Sillinger enjoyed a standout rookie year as a 16-year-old with the Medicine Hat Tigers, registering 53 points (including 22 goals) in 48 games during the 2019-20 WHL season. And Coles drive off of the ice is just as important to on the ice. But its out of my control. It helps that, aside from Sillinger, all but one prospect in this range was drafted in 2015 or before, meaning that 90% of these guys have had enough time to marinate and analyze. Long story short, my transfer from Hockey Canada to USA Hockey wasnt accepted. His top speed is lackluster, but he has shown improvement between last year and now so theres room to reasonably believe hell continue to improve. During the 202021 season, Sillinger led the Stampede in points, garnering 24 goals and 46 points in 31 games played. I honestly havent been blown away by Hofmann, and hes about to turn 29, so Im fine with him sitting as the 14th forward. by Bartha & Bread Financial, 50/50 Raffle pres. Sillinger was born in Columbus on May 16, 2003, during his dad's rather travel-filled NHL career. He also visited Power Edge Pros (PEP) development camp in Kelowna for the first time in an effort to put all of that work to the test on the ice. Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule, Roster, News, and Rumors | The Cannon, High Risk, No Reward: Why Cole Sillinger Playing in the NHL This Season is a Terrible Idea, Wild Trade: Gus Nyquist dealt to Minnesota, Game 61 Recap: Blue Jackets slash down Buffalo thanks to Eric Robinsons hat trick. Sillinger was on fire last year, constantly showing signs of improvement as the season progressed until an unfortunate UBI caused him to miss four weeks of play. That just leaves four wings and the 3C to find players for. When the Sillingers settled in Regina in Mikes retirement, hockey was all that Cole ever thought about. The Senators swarmed Sillinger, but he still managed to thread the puck to Jack Roslovic for the single Blue Jackets tally. So that was the biggest thing was just that I wanted to play hockey. Now that Next Levels program has wrapped up, Sillinger trains in small groups at the Co-operators Centre with his former team, the Regina Pat Canadians, who played seven games before their season was put on hold. Aforementioned center Gilbert Brule had the most illustrious career, if that term applies here. (Imagine Sillinger and Foudy playing together on Clevelands top line. The Blue Jackets failed to bounce back from Tuesday's shutout loss to the Panthers, but the silver lining for Sillinger is that he put an end to a 12-game point drought. Sillinger, who has missed the past three games, was back on the ice for practice Tuesday. Selected 8th overall in 2004, Picard was forced to develop another year due to the lockout, followed by 45 games with the Syracuse Crunch in 2005-06, before joining the no good very bad Blue Jackets for 17 games. 12 pick in the 2021 Draft and does have a lot of offensive upside. Sillinger is listed as day-to-day after being injured Saturday versus Boston. Sillinger is more than a pure goal scorer, hes also proven to be a dangerous passer in all areas of the ice. Trade Deadline Preview - Defensemen: Where does Vladislav Gavrikov go now? BlueJackets.com is the official Web site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sillinger (illness) was at practice Friday, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports. Sillinger made the most of his opportunity in the USHL, scoring 46 points (24 goals, 22 assists) in 31 games and being named the league's rookie of the year. Hes not perfect in transition, as he sometimes gains the zone with the intention of taking the outside lane and blowing by his defender without the top line speed to actually do so. We have Jack Roslovic and Max Domi to center the top two lines. Sillinger supplied an assist in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Lightning. When it was Coles turn to be drafted, he was already 5-foot-10 and 160 pounds, a full four or five inches and 40-plus pounds more than Owen and Lukas were at the same age. Hes a freak. Being one of the more unique players in the draft, Cole Sillinger tends to remind of Mark Scheifele. I really hope everything with the Western league pans out and we all get to play.. Honestly, I dont really know what the plan is for after Christmas. Before long, Cole took over the teams scoring lead despite having missed their first 17 games, rattling off a 14-game point streak in February and March. 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