After passing up on Dougie Hamilton with the fifth overall pick, the New York Islanders addressed the blue line in the second round, picking up Scott Mayfield from the USHL.
The 6'4'' Mayfield will need to bulk up to become the physical rearguard the Isles covet. Here is a breakdown of Mayfield as a prospect based on my notes from earlier this season.
Scott Mayfield, Youngstown (USHL), 6'4'', 203 Pounds
Scott Mayfield is an impressive talent with ideal size for the blue line.
Mayfield has elite hockey instincts, a phenomenal reach and is a very strong skater. He needs to become more physical and make less mistakes when pinching in on the offensive rush.
He will attend the University of Denver next year, which will provide him a great opportunity to refine his skills and hopefully add some muscle to his lanky frame.
Mayfield is one of the best American prospects to come out of the 2011 NHL Draft Class.
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