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Liam Pue hockey prospect

2028 NHL DRAFT • #2

Liam Pue

CA RW6'2"176 lbs
Regina Pats • WHL
PROJECTED1WConfidence: MED-HIGH
SCOUTING FINGERPRINT
Skate↑
8.9
Skill↑
9.5
Pass↑
9.5
Shot↑
8.9
IQ↑
9.3
Def→
8.0
Elite PlaymakerPuck ProtectorDeceptionHalf-Wall Creator
CeilingFirst-line W
LikelyTop-6 W
FloorMiddle-6 creator
PLAYER TYPE

High-end playmaking winger whose hands, deception and puck protection create offence under pressure.

Pue has one of the most advanced creation profiles in the class. His hands let him escape pressure, but the more important trait is how he uses those touches to manipulate defenders and open passing lanes. He is comfortable drawing opponents toward him before moving the puck into better ice, and he has enough finishing ability to punish teams that overplay the pass. The next step is proving he can remain a line-driving force independently of elite linemates, but the offensive ceiling is extremely high.