Washington Capitals: Top 10 Prospects Post-2015 NHL Draft
Washington Capitals #9 Prospect: Zach Sanford
Position: Left Wing
Age: 20 (turns 21 in November)
Height/Weight: 6’4”, 191 pounds
Shoots: Left
Sanford had a successful freshman season for Boston College, scoring 24 points (7 goals with seventeen assists) in 38 games. He projects to be a pretty good power forward with skill.
"Talent Analysis Sanford is a raw but talented two-way forward with good size and a knack for puck movement. His playmaking skills and vision are exceptional and he often elevates the play of those around him. He isn’t overly strong and could stand to pack on some muscle to his rather lanky frame. Sanford’s skating could use some work but he has made a smooth transition from junior to college hockey and possesses an intriguing package of both skill and size. Future Sanford is in his freshman season at Boston College in 2014-15 and has stepped right into the lineup for an Eagles’ team that is one of the top squads in the country. One of three freshmen along with leading scorer Alex Tuch (Minnesota) and 2015 draft eligible defenseman Noah Hanifin to have an immediate impact, Sanford should continue to develop as a prospect during his college career as he matures physically and continues to refine his game. Moving forward he is a potential top-six or top-nine player due to his skill set. – Hockey’s Future"
Sanford was one of the very few freshman who were able to make an immediate impact on their college team. The Washington Capitals must be patient with Sanford, but he has top six potential. At worst, I see him as a checking line wing.
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