And The Thunder Rolls... Players Assigned Today

The Oklahoma City Barons have announced that Philippe Cornet and Toni Rajala have been sent down to the Stockton Thunder this morning.

While I'm not rat all surprised Rajala was sent down (He's just turned pro and Stockton would be a great experience for him), I am very surprised they sent Cornet to the ECHL.

Cornet had a great season last year with the OKC Barons. He scored 24 goals. He's played the last two seasons with the Barons and was even an AHL All Star last year. There has to be more to this story. But whatever it is, the Stockton Thunder just gained a heck of a player.

The Barons also lent defenceman Tiegan Zahn to the Thunder as well.

-WRITTEN BY SMOKIN' RAY BURNT-

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The NHL Lockout Provides Oklahoma City With A Boost

Oklahoma City

Everyone knows that with the lingering NHL lockout that's going on, the Edmonton Oilers have sent down a couple of their young stars to Oklahoma City to play with the Barons.

Jordan Eberle, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Justin Schultz, Anton Lander and when ready and healed, Taylor Hall are going to be in the OKC Barons lineup.

This is a once in a lifetime (probably not now with Bettman still in charge) opportunity for the people of Oklahoma City to come out and watch some very good NHL talent play right in their own back yard.

Jordan Eberle was a Lady Byng finalist this year. He piled up the numbers while playing a gentleman's game. He's classy through and though. To have him around your community is something to cherish and embrace. He's a great ambassador of the game.

Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was a finalist for the Calder trophy which is awarded to the NHL's top rookie. Some say he should have won. Who better to be a part of your hockey club to show what hard work really is than RNH? His work ethic will rub off on the rest.

When he's ready to play again in a couple of weeks, Taylor Hall is going to bring leadership to the team like they have never seen before. He oozes a winning attitude and no doubt, he will help bring the team to new heights in their quest to winning the Calder Cup.

Let's not forget the fact they still have Oilers prospect Magnus Paajarvi on the team. He's a year older and another year wiser. I'm expecting a big year from him too before he can make the jump to the Oilers.

Oklahoma City is extremely lucky to be getting these guys. Coach Nelson was given an NHL top line to have at his disposal. I can guarantee he isn't going to squander this. You can hear it in his voice, he's excited.
Not only are the OKC Barons going to flourish because of the NHL lockout, so will the ECHL affiliate, the Stockton Thunder. With the Barons gaining a few new players, that means they are taking spots from guys up there. Those guys will go down to Stockton until a spot becomes available with the Barons.

Goaltender Tyler Bunz and at least 3 other players will be sent to the Stockton to play in the ECHL with the Thunder. It could even be more.

The ripple effect has begun. Enjoy this Oklahoma City, it won't last forever.

-WRITTEN BY SMOKIN' RAY BURNT-

REVS Top 15 NHL Draft Prospects "#2. Seth Jones"

#2. Seth Jones

At 6'4 and 205 lbs, Seth is no easy pushover on the ice. Scouts and GM's are already dreaming of what it would be like to have this great defensive beast on their blueline protecting their 'Guardians of the crease'.  He has a late birthday, otherwise was close to going in last years draft. It is unlikely he changes much size wise. He has made the jump this year from USNTDP to the WHL Portland Winterhawks after his rights were traded from Everett. Scouts tell everyone he has potential franchise defencemen capability at the NHL level. Some will argue he is good enough to be ranked #1, but I don't see it whatsoever. He may have no place but to drop in ranking by years end due to a lack of high offensive potential but don't let that scare you off. It's the same every year with defencemen and going #1 OV.

Below is a chart from Eliteprospects of his stats...

Seth Jones  was born October 3, 1994 and an American born player. When Jones finished his career with the U.S. National U18 Team, he had to make a choice whether to play his draft year season with the North Dakota Fighting Sioux or the Everett Silvertips. His rights were picked up by the Winterhawks of the WHL and he signed shortly after.

Seth Jones accomplishments...

Award	Year
World U-17 Hockey Challenge All-Star Team	2010–11
World U-17 Hockey Challenge Silver Medal with Team USA	2010–11
2012 IIHF World U18 Championships Gold Medal with Team USA	2012

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