Let's Talk Rookies. Philly Rookies.

Well, this blog isn't called Random Prospect Phan in New York. Let's talk rookies.

Johan Backlund, G - Might have a chance at more than a period this year.

Played a few NHL minutes last year.

Sergei Bobrovsky, G - Looked great in the pre-season.

Great pre-season stats.

Marc-Andre Bourdon, D - Solid season in Adirondack last season.

Should be up in the next few years.

Ben Holmstrom, RW - He'll be called up for a few games this season.

He looked good, playin' in the pre-season with the big boys.

Jon Kalinski, C - Top-notch agitator, almost died last year when he was cut by a skate in L.A.

Strong chances at making team this year.

David Laliberte, RW - Scored in his each of his first two games, also assisted in the first game.

Shows a lot of potential.

Joonas Lehtivuori, D - Finnish defender, looks like 5th pair, which isn't bad considering Philly's depth.

The Finnish D-Man. Oh, yeah.

Luke Pither, C - 3rd in OHL points behind Hall and Seguin.

On the cover of CHL 11.

Mike Testwuide, RW - Played at Colorado College last year.

Scouts say he has what it takes.

Eric Wellwood, LW - 68 points in 65 OHL games last year.

Has the skill to be a third line role player.