Top 10 Anaheim Ducks Prospects: June 2018 Edition Part One, 10-6
6. Josh Mahura, Defenseman (2016 third round)
One of two defensemen on this list,
checks in at number six. That isn’t a knock on the Ducks defensive prospect pipeline. It’s a testament to how many prospects they have graduated to the professional ranks in the last few seasons.
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The Ducks seem to be focusing more on offensive prospects as of late which makes sense however, Josh Mahura is definitely not a prospect to sleep on. Two years ago Mahura was traded midseason to the Regina Pats where he became a teammate of Sam Steel.
In a year and a half, Mahura has put up 89 points in 94 games for the Pats as well as the more telling stat of being a +54 in that time. His numbers show that Mahura not only puts up points but keeps opposing teams off the boars with great efficiency.
"Josh Mahura, who has become one of the top defensive prospects in the CHL and only played two regular season games in his NHL draft year (although did make it back by the playoffs). – OHL Prospects"
Mahura could afford to bulk up a bit but at only age 20 he should have time to do that. Also with numerous prospects/players ahead of him, he should get top pair minutes in San Diego this coming season allowing to learn the pro game and maybe receive a call-up due to injury but overall have time to grow with the Gulls.
Next: A healthy Patrick Eaves impact on the Ducks lineup
Don’t forget to check out prospect numbers 5-1 tomorrow.