LUKAS CORMIER

2024-07-24

Scout: Puneet Sharma

Skating:

Possesses strong skating abilities and elite edge work.

Passing/Handling:

Good distributor of the puck in the offensive zone, works the blue line very well and strong on the power play.

Shooting:

elite shot and willingness to jump into the play has fueled his offensive numbers

IQ (Vision, Anticipation, Panic/Poise):

Frequently executing controlled zone exits and entries by utilizing his excellent acceleration, speed, and agility to swiftly navigate through the neutral zone.

Forechecking:

Although he is a strong offensive defenseman, He has at time displayed strong two-way tendencies however he needs to be more consistent.

Defense:

Cormier's proficiency in offensive playmaking and adaptability as a younger defenseman in professional hockey highlight his potential for NHL success.

Best Asset:

His confidence and know ability that he can run a second power play unit on Vegas when the time comes.

Biggest Concern:

Defensive challenges further development and improvement with his defensive consistency.

Top Tier/Role Potential:

Top four potential paring with the capabilities of running a powerplay unit

Justification for Top Tier Assessment:

if this was any other team that didnt have Theodore, Pietrangelo and Hannifin I would say that the would have a top 4 role.

50th Percentile Tier/Role:

With a lot of money put into the back on in Vegas, it will definitely be a barrier of entry for any young up and coming defensemen.

Justification for 50th Percentile Tier Assessment:

He has a more likelihood of being a player that is able to crack the bottom defensive pair lineup and slowly work his way up to a middle 4

Stylistic Comparable:

Quinn Hughes – this is more based on his hockey IQ and over size.