Building a NHL Champion: Top Five Prospects To Watch

The miraculous goal is now one month old.

The parades and appearances have come and gone, just as players have.

How the Blackhawks have gotten to this moment is by having one of the best organizations from the top down.

Once again the cycles begin.

Today through Monday, the organization will hold their annual Prospects' Camp at Johnny's Ice House West.

With nearly 70 prospects looking to prove what they have is valuable, look for intense play in July.

The tentative schedule is as follows:

Friday, July 9
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Saturday, July 10
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sunday, July 11
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Monday, July 12
10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Of the 70 prospects that will be in attendance there are obviously ones to keep watch for. Take a look at the top five prospects to keep your eye on.

Talent descriptions courtesy of HockeysFuture.com

No. 5 Dylan Olsen

Position: Defenseman
Height: 6' 2"
Weight: 206 lbs.
Acquired: First Round (28th Overall) 2009 Draft Pick

According Hockey's Future:

"Has the ability to take over games from the back end. Skates well for a big man. He isn't punishing physical but can over power the opposition when the need arises. Skates well and has shown the ability to move the puck on the rush. In order to be effective on the man advantage at the next level he will need to continue to develop his offensive instincts. Has a hard, accurate shot from the point."

No. 4 Nick Leddy

Position: Defenseman
Height: 5' 11"
Weight: 180 lbs.
Acquired: Via trade with Minnesota in 2010

According Hockey's Future:

"While many view Leddy as an offensive defenseman, he could potentially blossom into more of a two-way defenseman. His play is equally strong at both ends of the ice. Leddy combines superb offensive prowess with conscientious and responsible defensive zone play. He does an excellent job of taking away time and space from the opposition, and can also create it for both himself and his teammates."

No. 3 Marcus Kruger

Position: Center
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 172 lbs.
Acquired: Signed as FA in 2010

According Hockey's Future:

"Krüger is an exceptionally skilled playmaker with elite hockey sense. He likes to set up plays and find his teammates with tape-to-tape passes. Has become much stronger which has improved his game, although he still could use additional strength and muscles. Works well in all three zones and has leadership qualities."

No. 2 Shawn LaLonde

Position: Defenseman
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 175 lbs.
Acquired: Drafted third round (68th overall) in 2008

According Hockey's Future:

"Lalonde is a mobile defenseman who has the ability to jump into the rush when required. Though he displays good instincts on the ice, Lalonde needs to improve his defensive play and make better decisions at times. He also needs to prove he has the strength and play consistently for the entire game."

No. 1 Kyle Beach

Position: Left Wing
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 182 lbs.
Acquired: Drafted first round (11th overall) in 2008

According Hockey's Future:

"Beach is a big physical force on the ice. He has a nose for the net, is a force on the power play, and will not shy away from dropping the gloves. Beach is as close to a total package as the WHL had to offer. A bruising power forward, Beach is plagued by perceptions of attitude problems. But Beach is capable and he will be given every opportunity to develop as a professional next season."