With the 18th pick in the 2011 NHL Draft, the Chicago Blackhawks selected Mark McNeill, a center from the Prince Albert Raiders of the Western Hockey League. McNeill is a well-rounded, two-way center that put up 81 points in 70 games with Prince Albert this past season. He's known for his well-roundedness, mostly: an ability to put the puck in the net, the ability to use his size effectively and responsibility in all three zones of the ice.
NHL Draft Results: Mark McNeill Selected By Chicago Blackhawks With 18th Pick
When selecting McNeill in our 2011 NHL Mock Draft, our Calgary Flames bloggers at Matchsticks & Gasoline called McNeill "the closest thing to a complete, well-rounded player that could be available" with the pick they held, the 13th. He has solid skills in just about all departments -- defense, skating, strength, scoring, you name it.
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