Owen Power
It’s tough to call Owen Power a prospect since he is a shoo-in to play in the NHL this season. But with only eight games under his belt, I will call him a prospect until it becomes official that he earned a spot on the Buffalo Sabres defensive rotation, which will become official in about a month.
Anyway, Power’s eight-game sample was a motivating stint and one he will build on in 2022-23. Look for him to score at least 35 points, between 10 and 15 goals, and 20-25 assists. And this is a conservative estimate.
On defense, Power will continue to find himself in position to disrupt plays and create turnovers. Expect him to be on the ice for each phase of the game, and to become a staple at the blue line on the second pairing. He will contend for the Calder Trophy and will earn a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team.