I don’t understand why Kane has dropped so much. Does anybody know? From looking at his stats compared to Duchene’s, he seems like more of a solid pick because his goal scoring is much more balanced with assists. I’ve never been a great fan of the term “play maker”, it’s too hard to tell if they are just surrounded by talent or are they really making the plays. Hensick was supposed to be a “great playmaker”. We need somebody that can bury the puck with or without a top 2 line mate. With that said, I would slightly prefer Tavarez and Kane over Duchene. If Tavarez is not available at 3, I would like to see us trade down 1-2 spots and pick Kane. Maybe we could get another 3rd or 4th round from it.

taking Matt Duchene at #3 was a no-brainer

Uh oh.

I can’t speak for the other people, but I’ve become more aware of the prospects since the first poll. Tavares and Hedman were the only ones I really knew before, now I’ve read up on and watched highlights of Duchene and I’ve also been a little put off by Tavares’ attitude in the interviews I’ve watched as well. I’m sure I’m aligning my wants with reality some as well.

So yeah, I’m one of the guys that switched.

Duchene fits because he grew up an Avs fan. Hensick won’t fit because he grew up a Wings fan. That’s really all there is to it.

I started out wanting Hedman because I thought our defense needed some serious help. Hedman seems to be a beast and is probably going to be one in the NHL very soon and could be a big asset on our blue line. But maybe, just maybe our current defense can be fixed with a “system”. The same could be said for our anemic offense, that a “system” can fix it but maybe our current “depth” isn’t as deep as we may have thought (by the result of recent call ups) and adding the caliber of player like a Tavares or Duchene would really help in the long run. I, like thedoctor, have become a little more aware of the available prospects and have some what been turned off by what I have seen and heard about Tavares’ attitude. While at the same time, I have liked what I have seen from Duchene. I still like Hedman and I would take which ever of the three that is available when are turn arrives.
But I also admit that the fact Duchene is an Avs fan, and is most likely our “consolation” prize in the Ti4T sweepstakes has probably swayed me somewhat as well.

I’m actually John Kerry

You’ve got to think that even though Tavares may have more raw talent, Duchene appears to have a better work ethic at times which could bridge the gap between them results-wise (even though the questions about Tavares work ethic are probably blown out of proportion)

And trade the pick away for a bucket of pucks?

Yes, but he he remained focused…. at no time did he say, “With the 1st pick in the 2010 Draft, the Colorado Avalanche select Taylor Hall…” He should be commended!! :-)

If he’s available. After that, Duchene and perhaps Kane. I dunno, something just feels fishy and Tavares.