The next issue of Regina Leader Post Headline News will soon be in your inbox. Now that Next Levels program has wrapped up, Sillinger trains in small groups at the Co-operators Centre with his former team, the Regina Pat Canadians, who played seven games before their season was put on hold. And I think that comes from the demeanor, and the drive and the dedication that he has to this day.. He has two older brothers that play hockey. Cole Sillinger had 46 points in 31 games for Sioux Falls. Despite the missed time, he came back from injury without missing a beat and went right back to his upwards trajectory of getting better with every game. "Long story short, my transfer from. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. This was a little bump in the road.". Get your Columbus Blue Jackets gear today. The only reason why the 2005 Blue Jackets used Brule was because their best center was Jan Hrdina. I cant imagine that Cole Sillinger ever expected his draft year to play out the way that it has. He made the team out of camp in 2005, got injured in his second game, then got injured again in November. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. The timing of the pandemic isnt ideal for Sillinger, whos a top prospect for the 2021 NHL draft. His 1.1 points per game (53 points in 48 games) also led all of the leagues under-17 players, solidifying him as one of the top prospects for the 2021 NHL Draft. Mike Sillinger played for a lot of teams. Hes always trying to be an open outlet option for teammates under pressure. | View as text Contract Status Cap Hit of $925,000 to 2023-24 (RFA) Contract info provided by Related Information When he couldnt get into the gym with Yaskowitch in March and April, that training included setting up a full home gym in his garage. Period. If you would like to follow Sam on Twitter, his handle is@Sam_McGilligan. Copyright 2020 Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Club and the National Hockey League. 4. Hes a top-10 pick in my eyes, Quinn said. Sillinger made the most of his opportunity in the USHL, scoring 46 points (24 goals, 22 assists) in 31 games and being named the league's rookie of the year. No points. Sillinger (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Dallas, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. Hes the son of former Blue Jacket Mike Sillinger. Thats the easiest way for me to explain it. And Coles drive off of the ice is just as important to on the ice. Sillinger plays with a high pace, something that projects well considering how fast the game is played at the NHL level. The Columbus Blue Jackets currently hold three picks in that round: #5, #24, and #31. The physicality of the pros is a different beast compared to the WHL or USHL, and Sillinger is listed at 6 foot flat and 197 pounds. Sillinger (illness) will be back in the lineup versus Edmonton on Saturday, Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch reports. Before long, Cole took over the teams scoring lead despite having missed their first 17 games, rattling off a 14-game point streak in February and March. On Sunday, Cole Sillinger officially became the first 18 year old Blue Jacket to make the opening night roster under General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen. All Rights Reserved. Cole Sillinger made the decision to play elsewhere, and now hes begun playing his draft year in a league he never expected to, for a team he never expected to play on: the Sioux Falls Stampede of the United States Hockey League. And Sillinger is our best shot at that, a shot we cannot risk on season where contending for the playoffs is a long shot at best. We can divide those skaters into successful and unsuccessful players. View the Columbus Blue Jackets Privacy Policy AdChoices NHL.com Terms of Service Please use the feedback form if you have any recommendations or comments. Sillinger is listed as day-to-day after being injured Saturday versus Boston. Enter Search Term. The Sillinger boys were too close for real fights, but there wasnt a day that went by where the youngest wasnt trying to keep up with his older brothers. Andhes got a lot of talent. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Sillinger was selected by his hometown Blue Jackets with the No. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Just like with his shooting habits, Sillingers priority when passing is to find a teammate in medium/high danger areas and get them the puck. By the time the pandemic abruptly shut down the season in March 2020, Cole was the fourth-leading scorer on a team that had championship aspirations. Competitions over missed box jumps replaced fights over a ball or a puck. Medicine Hat Tigers star Cole Sillinger, who's in his NHL draft year, is crossing his fingers that the WHL will relaunch early in 2021. He has the means to do so as well, as he boasts a quick release that generates a ton of velocity with very little sacrifice in accuracy. Independent scouting for NHL, QMJHL, OHL, WHL, USHL and NCAA teams. A bit too early to tell, probably needs a bit more time to develop. At the same time, it has been a benefit with a longer training period and more time to work on things that I need to work on that will allow me to have success at the next level.. The 19-year-old forward has two goals and six points in 30 games this season. Sillinger (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Dallas, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. Sillinger won't play Thursday versus Minnesota because of an illness. Sillinger, who has missed the past three games, was back on the ice for practice Tuesday. It helps that, aside from Sillinger, all but one prospect in this range was drafted in 2015 or before, meaning that 90% of these guys have had enough time to marinate and analyze. Cole Sillinger Bio Born in Columbus, Ohio, Sillinger was selected by his hometown Blue Jackets with the No. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. He clearly got in the weight room and put the time in. I was able to get into a routine and got to be a part of an actual team again.. The 19-year-old center will be eased in, playing between Mathieu Olivier and Cole Fonstad on the projected fourth line in this contest, though Sillinger should have a chance to challenge for top-six minutes once the regular season rolls around. Sillinger continues to center the Blue Jackets' third line, and with fellow first-rounder Yegor Chinakhov (21st overall in the 2020 draft) catching fire alongside him with five points in the last four games, it may not be long before Sillinger finally gets onto the scoresheet. With that being said, Sillinger makes up for his lack of elite skating with high level deception and manipulation. 1. Theres a significant chance that Sillinger joins the ranks of Brule, Picard, and Milano, and I would very much like that to not happen. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Cole Sillinger, who is affectionately known around the Blue Jackets' locker room as Silly, is off to the best possible start to a season for someone who is still just 18 years old. I just have to stay focused on what I can do.. Im a dual citizen so that was a decision I had made to go down there in early October, said Cole, 17, the youngest son of former NHLer Mike Sillinger. However, when the WHL delayed the start of its 2020-21 season due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus, Sillinger decided to move Sioux Falls of the United States Hockey League. Can he salvage it elsewhere? Hes going to bring both to an organization. Not just once, but two games in a row. Trade Deadline Preview - Defensemen: Where does Vladislav Gavrikov go now? His dad, Mike, played for 12 NHL teams, including two seasons with the Blue Jackets from 2001-03. While he didn't register a point, he was noticeable and effective. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Sillinger also didn't play Monday and it doesn't sound like he will be available to play before the holiday break. He uses his stick intelligently when defending against transition, often breaking down plays that come within his vicinity. And then the switch flipped.. Sillinger had a very nice rookie campaign in 2021-22, as he scored 16 goals and added 15 assists in 79 games as an 18-year-old. "TIGERS SELECT COLE SILLINGER WITH THE 11TH OVERALL PICK Medicine Hat Tigers", "Sioux Falls Stampede at eliteprospects.com", "CBJ select Sioux Falls center Cole Sillinger with 12th overall pick", "Mark Masters: 'Elite scorer' Cole Sillinger seeks family bragging rights at NHL draft - TSN.ca", Columbus Blue Jackets first round draft pick, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cole_Sillinger&oldid=1124881616, Biographical information and career statistics from, This page was last edited on 1 December 2022, at 00:46. He has recorded two goals, six points, 41 shots on net and 39 hits in 30 games this season. (Karla) works out five-six times a week, she pushes the boys on nutrition and shes always hey, lets go do this, lets go do that,' Mike said. You can only imagine the battles we have out there, Cole said. We have Jack Roslovic and Max Domi to center the top two lines. For the first time in his NHL career, Cole Sillinger was a healthy scratch. by He demonstrates deception by combining numerous body fakes, look offs and skill moves to create his ideal shooting lanes. Sillinger is more than a pure goal scorer, hes also proven to be a dangerous passer in all areas of the ice. Do draft eligibles wait around, hoping that their respective leagues figure out a plan for them to get back on the ice? Sillinger (undisclosed) left the Blue Jackets' first practice session early Thursday and did not return, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. The four successful players are Derick Brassard (6th overall 2006, 503 points in 905 games), Jakub Voracek (7th overall 2007, 738 in 968), Alexander Wennberg (14th overall 2013, 230 in 471) and Zach Werenski (8th overall in 2015, 189 in 335). He's a 19-year-old player who is one of the pillars of the franchise's rebuild. He plays a safer game in the defensive zone. Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. Sillinger would be eligible to return following the holiday break -- the Blue Jackets host the Sabres on Tuesday in their first game after the pause. The Columbus native was taken by his hometown team 12th overall in the 2021 draft, and has convinced the coaching staff over the past 10 weeks to grant him a spot among the 23 players to be paid the big bucks starting Thursday, likely playing with Boone Jenner and Max Domi. Cole likely had a lot of addresses as a kid as his dad moved through the league, but he still represents Team Canada at the international level. Sillinger (upper body) will make his preseason debut Monday against Carolina, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. - Smaht Scouting. The Senators swarmed Sillinger, but he still managed to thread the puck to Jack Roslovic for the single Blue Jackets tally. The transfer was completed on January 13th 2021 and, at the time of writing this article, Sillinger is nearly maintaining a goal per game pace with 7 goals and 12 points in his first 8 games. They get after each other. I think he may be the best in-stride shooter in this draft." He showed people hes the real deal. We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. What's next:Sillinger is expected to go back to the WHL this upcoming season to continue his development, but it will be interesting to see just how quickly he makes his way to the NHL. Owen and Lukas followed a different path than Cole, playing their midget AAA hockey for the Regina Pat Canadians before pursuing NCAA commitments to Bemidji State University through the Jr. A BCHLs Penticton Vees. The old-school pickup games are a welcome distraction amid these uncertain times. While skating is becoming more and more valuable with each draft that passes, its not a necessity if the player exhibits traits and skills that help them find space regardless. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Jarmo dropped the ball with Boston. Cole Sillinger Center -- shoots L Born May 16 2003 -- Columbus, OH [19 yrs. Owen Sillinger is a member of Columbus affiliate Cleveland Monsters in the American Hockey League and Lukas skates with Arizona State University. That kids not going to burn out. They were late bloomers and the WHL wasnt an option for them (Owen was a 10th-round pick of the Vancouver Giants in 2012, Lukas was a sixth-round pick of the Regina Pats in 2015). Cole being the youngest, he was just dragged along. Instead, youll see Cole advance into medium/high danger areas with the puck, often using well timed cuts, crafty footwork and a wealth of skill moves to get by his defender and fire a rocket on the net. In Ottawa he only played 9 games before returning to Russia on a more permanent basis. The puck. In 31 games, Sillinger proved to be one of the most dynamic players in the league, scoring 24 goals and 22 assists for 46 points. Should Jack Roslovic be a top-line center in the NHL? Use arrows to navigate between autocomplete results. 12 overall pick in the NHL Draft, the Blue Jackets have selected center Cole Sillinger out of Sioux Falls of the USHL. He returned to the lineup on Tuesday against Nashville, a game the Blue Jackets lost 2-1, but he was one of the team's best players. The 2005 6th overall pick has a 43-52-95 stat line in 299 career NHL games, half of which with Columbus, over eight seasons. In 14:16, Sillinger registered three shots on goal, did not commit a turnover, and won 4/8 of the face-offs he took. Hes going to be great.. I was seeing the talent but was questionable on his decision making. I feel like a lot of teams overlook that stuff. He really is a great character. The HockeyProspect.com Black Book, meanwhile, writes, "Sillinger features one of the most threatening releases in this year's draft, that's mechanically exceptional and can threaten from distance." As a 15-year-old in 2018-19, playing for that same Pats Canadians under-18 team as his brothers, Coles steep development continued when he was named the MVP of Saskatchewans top AAA league, leading it in scoring with 76 points in 39 games. The things I do every day are towards that end goal.. During the 202021 season, Sillinger led the Stampede in points, garnering 24 goals and 46 points in 31 games played. Hes not perfect in transition, as he sometimes gains the zone with the intention of taking the outside lane and blowing by his defender without the top line speed to actually do so. There he served as a top-six forward and power-play specialist (26 power-play points) but also killed penalties and delivered 53 points and 181 shots (3.77 per . After collecting enough miles going between the two leagues that he began worrying the extended warranty on his car was about to expire, Brule went off to Switzerland so the he could be in Switzerland instead of Norfolk, Virginia. Hes more dynamic. [1] Sillinger was selected by the Blue Jackets 12th overall in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. The Columbus Blue Jackets and columbusbluejackets.com are trademarks of The Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Club. Im fortunate to have a pretty good training system here in Regina. Cole Sillinger, a rookie center and the NHL's youngest player at age 18, led the way with his first career hat trick. history of rushing prospects and forcing kids into the NHL who arent ready yet. We need a true 1C. At this level, if you can get a guy like that around the team, it makes a difference.. 12 pick in the 2021 Draft and does have a lot of offensive upside. He could stand to do this more, it never hurts to make the defence respect one more weapon. Sillinger has been dealing with a minor upper-body issue in camp but he'll be good to go Monday. by Nationwide, Learn to Play pres. But its out of my control. BlueJackets.com is the official Web site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Coles earliest childhood memories are of Christmas skates at Nassau Coliseum, where hed hold hands with Mike Comrie or Rick DiPietro as he learned to skate. His puck skills and his shot are definitely elite, Skinner said, chuckling to himself as if thats an understatement. We have enabled email notificationsyou will now receive an email if you receive a reply to your comment, there is an update to a comment thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. His dad, Mike, played for 12 NHL teams, including. Hes a good multi-tasker who can move pucks to space at high speed. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. With the WHL on hiatus,Sillinger had previously arranged to join the USHLs Sioux Falls Stampede, who picked up his junior A rights in late summer. And thats so important. He'll still need to be cleared for contact before a clearer timeline on his return to game action can be determined. The 18-year-old center has collected 27 points, 133 shots on net, 84 hits and a minus-23 rating in 73 appearances in his rookie year, though he's often moved up and down the lineup. The way that it has off of the USHL Monsters in the road. `` play Monday against,! 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