Q: Dayton holds 39 picks in the 2019 CCHL Entry Draft, what's the plan? We'll assess everything as we go along like we always do. We currently have our 1st and three 2nd's which will give us four of the top 36 picks overall. We'll be able to add quality with those picks. After that, who knows? Deals could be made between now and that may add or subtract how many picks we wind up with. If we move some of our top-end veteran talent, we'd expect to bring in a few more high end picks that will improve the incoming quality in its own right. We really like how we've positioned ourselves for building through youth. The scouts have done a brilliant job.
Q: If you can add one or two elements to this year's squad, what areas would you be most interested in acquiring? I'd be interested to bring on a legit #2 Center. Frankly, it's a #1 I'd like to add because the guys we have in our system who project to be a #1 Center - guys like Villardi, Chytil, Kupari, Suzuki and Batherson - won't be here for 2-3 years. Another area might be an upgrade defensively anywhere. If we are going to compete this season, adding defensive is usually less expensive than adding offense is.
Q: One final question. Of the seven players currently assigned to the farm roster and the two guys on the reserve squad who do you think can make a contribution this year and who should we be watching for next year? Christian Fischer is the first name that comes to mind. he had a strong rookie year but is pretty blocked by several guys who can play a top-six role for us. If injuries or trades leave us short, he'd be our first player to promote.
Q: What about next year? A few guys come to mind like Danny Sprong and Travis Sanheim. Will Butcher's path will be cleared out for him to join the top 8 Dmen in the 2019-20 season...
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