EDITOR'S NOTE:NHL.com is providing in-depth prospect analysis for each of its 31 teams throughout August. Today, the top five prospects for the Arizona Coyotes, according to NHL.com.
1. Dylan Strome, F
How acquired: Selected with No. 3 pick in 2015 NHL Draft
Last season: Arizona: 21 GP, 4-5-9; Tucson (AHL): 50 GP, 22-31-53
Strome was the leading scorer for Tucson in the American Hockey League in his first full professional season. The 21-year-old was recalled by Arizona on March 20 and had eight points (three goals, five assists) in the final 10 games of the NHL season.
Expectations have been high since Strome was picked after Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (No. 1) and Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel (No. 2) in the 2015 draft. Arizona general manager John Chayka said Strome is still a can't-miss prospect because of his production last season, his size (6-foot-3, 200 pounds), and his age. The Coyotes want to see him have a strong training camp so he can start the season in a top-nine role, even if it's on the wing.
Projected NHL arrival: This season
NHL.com: Top Prospects for Arizona Coyotes
Strome leads pack, with Hill goalie of future
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