Dobson posted 13 points (3G, 10A) in 20 games of postseason play. You would like a bit more physicality and see him push attackers off the puck, he already does show he can separate them decently although they won’t be looking to see if he is coming next shift. He uses his height well to gain ideal positioning, create leverage to clear the front of the net and win board battles. Dobson was already expected to be a top-10 pick in the draft, but with an outstanding showing of 20 points en route to the Memorial Cup championship, Dobson solidified his draft stock as one of the draft’s best defensemen, possibly second best behind only the expected first overall pick, Rasmus Dahlin. Noah Dobson 2017–18 Team: Acadie-Bathurst (QMJHL) Date of Birth: January 7, 2000 Place of Birth: Summerside, P.E.I.

EliteProspects Rinkside reporter Kajsa Kalmeus spoke with New York Islanders rookie defenceman Noah Dobson abo... You need to have EP Premium to view these stats. Canada won four of their five games and took home a gold medal. We only use official stats. Noah Dobson had a good start to his NHL career with the New York Islanders.

Each day over the next month leading up to the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, held on June 22 in Dallas, we will be taking a look at the top 31 prospects available, starting with the 31st and leading up to number one. ", With the combine coming to a close, the 18-year-old defenseman will look to return home for a small break before getting back to training where he plans to put on weight in the form of muscle to be able get into an NHL camp and give the decision makers, "no reason to send me back to juniors.". Dobson has the skills required to be a good puck-moving defenseman. Eventually the team  that selects him gets a big framed two way defender with good feel at both ends and has a strong high hockey IQ to build his game into a possible first pair big man. He finished the QMJHL playoffs with three goals and 13 points in 20 games but increased his level of play during the big dance.

He finished tied for third in tournament points with two goals and seven points in four games. Ranked #10 by Future Considerations, 2018 NHL Entry Draft: The smooth-skating, right-shot defender led his Acadie-Bathurst squad to a Memorial Cup victory. "My agility has always been pretty good, and the pro agility and jumps are usually my strongest tests, so I felt I did really good in those. AGE: 18HEIGHT: 6'3''WEIGHT: 180TEAM: Acadie-BathurstCSS RANKING: 5th among NA Skaters, Video: Noah Dobson on Combine testing, Blackhawks. Ranked #8 by ISS Hockey, 2018 NHL Entry Draft: “The draft’s biggest riser finished his season with a bang. Dobson not only led a defense that only gave up seven total goals, but also helped on the offensive end, registering three assists. Those watching Dobson blossom were taking notice. Implications for the Blackhawks Dobson’s draft stock has risen in the last month or so with his excellent performance at the Memorial Cup. Upon development, Dobson would likely slot in as the long-term top-pairing right defenseman for the Blackhawks, giving the team an amazing one-two righty punch with Henri Jokiharju. Get access to our unique free agency lists and many more premium features. Whether skating the puck himself on a rush or making a nice breakout or stretch pass, Dobson can lead a team’s transition to offense effectively. NHL Draft 2018 NHL Draft: Bouchard vs. Dobson Scouts discuss abilities of each defenseman, debate who should be chosen first by Mike G. Morreale @mikemorrealeNHL / …

For scouts working to add prospects to their club's system, it is a sought after and intangible trait that a player either possesses or doesn't. Offensively, he utilizes his keen sense of awareness to be in the right spot at the right time, every time.

The biggest (and perhaps only) knock on Dobson’s game is his lack of strength. He does not have NHL strength. All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks as well as all other proprietary materials depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective NHL teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. The smooth-skating, right-shot defender led his Acadie-Bathurst squad to a Memorial Cup victory. Tweet from @PR_NHL: A pair of right-handed defensemen, Noah Dobson (@_ND53) and Evan Bouchard (@EvanBouchard02), impressed at #NHLCombine.Details: https://t.co/2xsBu0KnBj pic.twitter.com/jsu1OQgvvN, "It's a quick turnaround with finishing up my season Sunday," said Dobson, who arrived in Buffalo for all combine activities on just three days later. He gained invaluable playoff experience.

Most recently in the NHL with New York Islanders. He also is confident in his abilities and what he will bring to the team that selects him. Having the experience of a proven winner is invaluable to a draft prospect's resume. Ranked #8 by McKeen's Hockey, 2018 NHL Entry Draft: Deceptively fast and always willing to lug the biscuit up ice. Blackhawks.com is the official website of the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Viewing 2 posts - 1 through 2 (of 2 total). Copyright © 1999-2020 Chicago Blackhawk Hockey Team, Inc. and the National Hockey League. But making the leap to a top-pair defenseman isn't in the cards in year two. The Chicago Blackhawks and Blackhawks.com are trademarks of Chicago Blackhawk Hockey Team, Inc. NHL, the NHL Shield, the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup and NHL Conference logos are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. Dobson also has a nice wrist shot with good power and accuracy and a pretty quick release. He was the heart and soul of the team while also piling up the points at a rapid pace.

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Adding muscle will allow him to be even more effective in the offensive and defensive zones, with the ability to improve his already great shot and be even better in front of the net and along the boards. Despite being a taller player, Dobson skates exceptionally well. "I think I played well in the last two rounds of the QMJHL playoffs, especially the semifinals going into the final and playing Blainville-Boisbriand," Dobson told NHL.com's Mike Morreale.

During his 67 regular season games for the QMJHL's Acadie-Bathurst, Dobson tallied 69 points (17G, 52A) with 11 goals on the man advantage and two game-winning tallies.

Dobson’s all-around game would be something head coach Joel Quenneville would appreciate, and Dobson would likely be able to earn Quenneville’s trust pretty quickly. Soft hands and a deadly shot accentuate his ability to get creative, on occasion. Because he is bigger and his stride is so fluid, he catches you off guard with how fast he can accelerate and then surprises again when he executes at top speed.

Draft Prospect Profile: Noah Dobson Eric Andrews June 17, 2018 June 16, 2018 Each day over the next month leading up to the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, held on June 22 in Dallas, we will be taking a look at the top 31 prospects available, starting with the 31st and leading up to number one.

Desde NHL VAVEL como cada año, analizaremos a los jugadores más importantes del draft. However, his abilities to perform at a high level both mentally and physically were put to the test yet again as he showed up for the NHL Combine just days after winning the Memorial Cup.

His game is ready, but an additional year of development would be hugely beneficial in his development. Dobson's dream of the NHL will be confirmed when he becomes what many scouts say is a top-tier draft pick. "He increased his value throughout Acadie-Bathursts's run to the Memorial Cup championship," said NHL.com's Guillaume Lepage.

Dobson’s draft stock has risen in the last month or so with his excellent performance at the Memorial Cup.

"With his extraordinary vision and skating ease, he shouldn't need to much more development time to establish himself as a major part of an NHL team's future.". Getting the puck behind pesky opponents in the neutral zone can be done with either his wheels or with hard, crisp passes, but Dobson isn’t the kind of defenseman who lets his forwards take it from there — he loves to jump into openings and create or finish from areas close to the hashmarks.” — Steve Kournianos/The Draft Analyst, Center Ice › Forums › Draft Prospect Profile: Noah Dobson, Each day over the next month leading up to the 2018 NHL Entry Draft, held on June 22 in Dallas, we will be taking a look at the top 31 prospects avail[To continue reading full article, click here: Draft Prospect Profile: Noah Dobson]. Find Noah Dobson stats, teams, height, weight, Position: Defenseman

"I bring a complete two-way game," he said. Dobson is a rare specimen for a teenage defender in that he is a big-bodied puck mover with speed who plays with poise in all three zones. The past year of Noah Dobson's career has proven he's a coveted option. Has a slapper he keeps low and a strong accurate wrist shot.

This playmaking ability also allows Dobson to be very effective, though not necessarily elite, on the power play in a quarterback role.

"I did pretty good in the jumps," Dobson told Morreale. "It's been a great experience though, and I think all hockey players want to be in this position at the NHL Combine so I am doing my best to soak it all up.". Uses his edges well and is, for the most part, a very smooth skater; however, as he gets stronger and adjusts to a more up-tempo style of hockey, he will need to work on his speed in gap-closing. Dobson’s hockey sense and vision allow him to be very good positionally, recognize threats and quickly shut threats down. I felt I had a really good first game and things kind of just kept progressing from that.". He is able to get the puck through traffic and on the net. Complete player biography and stats.

"I am reliable defensively and I can also get up in the play and create offense which makes me very valuable.".

Noah Dobson's father, Andrew Dobson, took this picture of his son being interviewed at the 2018 NHL Draft in Dallas Friday. Upon development, Dobson would likely slot in as the long-term top-pairing right defenseman for the Blackhawks, giving the team an amazing one-two righty punch with Henri Jokiharju.

He has all the tools needed to be highly effective in both the offensive and defensive zones. Given Dobson can fill out his big frame, there is no reason to think he will not become a high-end top-pairing defenseman in the NHL.

Dobson is a strong, agile skater with a deceptively quick first step and the ability to make sharp directional changes in open ice.