2015 Final KHL Junior Draft / CHL Import Draft Ranking

Dmitriy Sokolov April 14, 1998
Omsk Hawks (MHL)
Position: forward
Shoots: left
Height/Weight: 6'0''/203
Scouting report

Assets: A power forward who stands out with good hockey sense, skating, hands, shot and scoring instincts. Possesses great offensive upside, which he displays in every episode using his outstanding finishing skills. Has strong, still soft hands.

The player is comfortable with the puck on his stick due to his physical advantages. Is a natural sniper - has great scoring touch. Covers the puck with his body very well. Looks comfortable in physical play - along the wall, in the corners, around the net and at the crease area. Coachable. Owns strong character. Ambitious.
Makes Russia U18 national team.

Flaws: unusual for his age size/weight ratio impacts negatively the player’s mobility, which in its turn makes him more dependent on his partners. Still his excessive weight is mostly due to his wide bone structure. However, the player has great attitude and displays good work ethic, and he is able to overcome this drawback.


Career Potential: Above the average NHL level power forward.

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