In his first year in the organization, Rhett Pitlick, a 2019 selection of the Montreal Canadiens, was able to crack the Top 25. He’s an intriguing prospect who has a lot of potential and raw skill that needs to be polished.
The Habs were lucky enough to be able to draft Pitlick in the fifth round, considering scouting outlets had him as high as #43, with most projections placing him from the second round to late third.
At this year’s draft, the Habs targeted players who could play with pace. They picked athletes who were quick, have great vision, and can impact the game in different ways.