David Vermirovsky (G, R, 6’5″, 181, HC Dynamo Pardubice U20, 07/25/2008) David Vermirovsky is a 6’5′, 181-pound right-catching goaltender with NHL-caliber size and intriguing foundational tools, but his current performance profile (27 GP, 3.23 GAA, .904 SV%, .845 SV% on Grade ‘A’ chances) show a raw, inconsistent prospect who is not yet trending toward NHL readiness within a 3-4 year window. His size is a clear asset as he naturally covers net and can eliminate space when his feet are set, and his puck play stands out as a strength as he pulls pucks off the wall cleanly to start transition and he recognizes where to leave the puck so his defensemen can pick the puck up cleanly on their forehands. This awareness allows him to assist in clean breakouts and reduce defensive-zone pressure. He shows flashes of composed puck tracking and the ability to manage volume (29 shots against per game), and his performance is relatively consistent across both club and international play (.904-.906 SV%) as he shows confidence in different settings. However, my concerns are significant and limit his near term ceiling. His save percentage is average despite heavy usage, and his goals-against (2.9 per game) combined with underlying expected goal metrics tell me he is not outperforming the quality of chances he faces. His .845 save percentage on Grade ‘A’ chances is well below his higher graded peer’s and highlights difficulty in getting his feet set in high-danger situations, particularly on broken line rushes and royal road sequences. His movement can be inefficient, especially post-to-post inside thrusts, where his size becomes a hindrance rather than an advantage, leading to openings on the ice and between his legs and the delayed inside edge thrust exposes on backdoor plays. Rebound control is inconsistent, with pucks often bouncing into the slot rather than being directed safely, and his lean frame (181 lbs) limits his ability to absorb contact and maintain structure in traffic. While his tools (size, reach, and puck play) are appealing, his technical execution, lateral efficiency, and ability to handle high-danger chances are not currently at a top prospect level. Overall, I feel Vermirovsky profiles as a long-term development project with upside tied to his frame and puck skills. I would recommend using a draft pick on him in the fifth-round with a clear understanding that he requires significant technical and physical development and you probably won’t see him making a North American push until 2031.