| Redmond Savage | NTDP U18 | USHL | L | F | 5’11” | 177 | Miami (Ohio) | 2021 | Scottsdale, AZ | 2003 | 2020-2021: C+ |
U18 World Championship Quarter Finals: Team USA vs Team Sweden, May 2021: Savage is a hardworking forward for the United States who leads his team by example and plays the right way. He competes hard in battles and doesn’t shy away from the difficult areas of the ice. He is not a big player but plays bigger than he is and always gives second and third efforts. The Miami University commit registered a goal in this game, which came as a result of his tenacity around the net as he was able to finish a greasy rebound goal in the crease. Offensively, he works hard and grinds down low, doing a good job on the cycle and protecting the puck. He can also make plays in open ice, but is simple in his intentions, always looking to work the puck to the net. Defensively, he blocks shots, wins pucks, and does the little things that are necessary to win. He has great detail in his game and it is easy to understand why he wears the “C” for the United States. Overall, he is a competitive, detailed player who leads his team by example and is a good two-way player. Grade: A-
2021 USHL: Biosteel All American Game, April 2021: Savage was one of the most noticeable players on the ice in this game, starting on the opening shift when he buried a goal after a turnover was created on the forecheck. He has been the energy source for his team throughout the year and continued that trend in this game. The Miami University commit never stops moving his feet and is effective on both sides of the puck. He creates chances by winning battles and creating turnovers in the offensive zone. He also has good skill and speed, which he uses to push defenders back and take advantage of poor gaps. In his own zone, he does a great job of taking care of his responsibilities and helping his team transition from defence to offence. Overall, Savage is the energy source that his team feeds off of and his work ethic, tenacity around the puck, and details in his game are a big reason why. Grade: A
USHL: NTDP U18 vs Youngstown, January 18, 2021: Savage was actively involved in this game. His first noticeable contribution came on the penalty kill early in the first period, by using good stick position to intercept the puck near the blue line, begin a shorthanded rush, and ultimately draw a penalty on the ensuing rush. In multiple penalty kill shifts, he did a great job of disrupting entries and the flow of the Phantoms. His efforts in this game were rewarded in the third period on a 2-on-2 rush. He drove the net, stopped in front, got his stick in a good position, and buried it once he got the puck. With less than four minutes left in a one goal game, this goal gave the US a 4-2 lead which helped to secure the win. Grade: B+
Neutral Zone NHL’s Ian Moran’s comments, January 2021: I just love how competitive he is. Redmond forces turnovers in all three zones by using an active stick and his high IQ. His angles while in pursuit are excellent. He recognizes forehands or backhands quickly and limits an opponent’s options by forcing them to make poor decisions. He is a turnover generating player. And the best part? Redmond has the skills and awareness to make plays after winning the puck battle. He has nice touch on his passes and can easily put the puck through the triangle into open space. He is a kid who just keeps getting better and better.
NAHL: USNTDP U18 vs Johnstown Tomahawks, January 7, 2021: A smooth skater with great energy. A great example came during a 4-on-4 play in the second period. He used speed to drive wide, chip it in, blow by the defenseman and win the puck battle in the far side corner against the other defenseman. Following up this puck retreat, he made a nice pass cross-ice to set up a chance. In the same shift, after a turnover by a teammate, he was the first guy back to his blue line to provide an outlet for his defenseman. Later, a neutral zone transition led to his goal for 3-2 lead. He rushed in wide past the defense, won a battle behind the net, and won positioning on the backdoor to get open. After receiving a nice back door pass from Wilmer, he quickly controlled and released it for the goal. Great game: A-
USHL: NTDP 18s vs Youngstown, January 6, 2021: Savage competed hard in this game, creating offense by forcing turnovers and leading quick transition attacks for the NTDP. The Miami commit battles on both ends of the ice, driving his feet on the forecheck to finish hits and force hurried plays. In the neutral zone he had two big open ice hits, which both led to rush opportunities for the NTDP. In his own end Savage looked to block shots, one of which also led to a rush chance for the NTDP. The forward scored a goal, which came with just over five minutes left in the game to extend his team’s lead to two. Overall, Savage’s compete level puts him in positions to create offense and he has the skills to capitalize and take advantage of those opportunities. Grade: A
USHL: NTDP U18 vs Muskegon Lumberjacks, December 19, 2020: Savage is a hardworking forward for the NTDP that has some good skill and plays well on both ends of the ice. Savage did some of his best work on the forecheck, skating hard and finishing his checks consistently. He caused a number of loose pucks and then did good work in those battles, coming out on top the majority of the time. Savage competes hard and makes life difficult on the opposition. He had three points in this game, all of which were a result of his hard work and compete level. On his first assist, Savage won a battle on the wall in the neutral zone that led to a nice rush goal. On his own goal, Savage won a net front battle for a loose rebound and buried it hard. Overall, Savage’s compete level and hard work directly contribute to his team’s offense. Grade: B+
Neutral Zone NHL’s Ian Moran’s comments, October 2020: Redmond is as consistent as they come. You know what you’re going to get every night and that alone will make him very appealing to NHL teams. He’s strong along the walls and wins battles or races to the scoring area. I love how competes in the defensive end away from the puck and how aware he is. Redmond is a 200′ foot hockey player. There are other draft eligible players who might put up better numbers, but in all honesty does their game translate to the NHL?. Well I think Redmond’s game does.
USHL: NTDP U18 vs. Muskegon, October 19, 2020: Savage possesses great speed through the neutral zone when he has room to get his feet moving. There were multiple instances early in the game where Savage was able to use his speed to turn a defender inside out and then beat them wide, taking the puck hard to the net. In one such instance, his speed through the neutral zone and net drive with the puck led directly to the second goal as his teammates came in and cleaned up an easy rebound. By using his speed through the neutral zone, Savage was able to create multiple really high quality chances for his team that resulted in loose pucks and rebounds around the crease. When he got the defenders to turn their feet something good pretty much always followed. Grade: A-
U16 USA Hockey Nationals, May 2019: Savage is a well-rounded, two-way prospect with strong edges and the ability to contribute in all areas of the game. He can get off checks, he make plays at full speed, he can drive the net both with and without the puck, he has quick hands to make defenders miss or deke goalies in tight and he has a quick release to score from outside the dots. He won puck battles here with his strong stick, he played on the right side of the puck and was able to make plays in traffic. He saw a lot of minutes, he was killing penalties, making plays off the wall on the power play and was on the ice every other shift or every third shift 5v5. He scored a beautiful goal coming down the wall and firing a low snap shot off angle which snuck by the goalie and took them off guard. He showed a high IQ here and a versatility to play any position and fill any role the team needs. He scored 3 goals and added 1 assist to finish the week with 4 points. College: Miami-Ohio
NTDP Evaluation Camp Report, March 2019: Savage doesn’t get the same kind of attention of teammates Duke and Pastujov, but his complete, two-way game really impressed here. He is more skilled than he gets credit for and showed great scoring ability with two beautiful snipes; his first off a rebound from Ryan St. Louis and the second in the final game where he sniped top corner from the slot with a backchecker hard on his hip. He also showed a hungry, strong stick around the net and banged home a nice effort rebound goal in traffic. He’s strong on the puck, he shoots to score with power and accuracy and is physically engaged in all 3-zones. He’s not only a finisher he made a highlight reel assist to Borst in Day 2 off the wall from the hashmark cross crease for an easy tap in. The played showed both his vision and his ability to deliver a pin point pass under pressure. A multi-dimensional prospect who can battle down low for pucks and use his strength and grit to gain position; he can play with skill and has a scorers shot and he is smart and makes the mature, selfless decisions. He’s got a winning style and proved he deserved to be on the squad. He’ll need to improve his overall speed and quickness as that would open up more lanes and opportunities offensively. College: Miami-Ohio
2018 Minor Midget International Silver Stick, December 2018: Savage is a speedy, mobile forward who plays a gritty sandpaper 200 foot game with skill. A forward with high hockey IQ, Savage plays in all situations for Compuware and does well in skating and tight checking games. Savage was very effective in the finals against Don Mills and on a number of goals, scoring chances, and key momentum shifts for Compuware. College: Miami of Ohio
Battle of the Border U15/U16, December 2018: Savage uses his speed to get to loose pucks and is extremely smart winning the battles by shielding the puck with his body or by getting a good stance and overpowering the opposition with a stick lift. Savage is smart finding open ice on the offensive zone knowing he will be found with a pass. Savage was able to finish on a few occasions showing many skills to do so. College: Miami (Ohio)
U16: USHL Fall Classic, October 2018: Red was a 1/3 of one of most dominant lines at the event. He has great hockey sense along with his feel for the game. He knew where to go to get open and when he got the puck he made the right play with it all the time. A smooth skater with the stick to match it. He was able to make plays on the forehand and the backhand, which was very impressive. His vision along with skill proved too much for defenders. USNTDP Candidate. College: Miami-Ohio
MAHA Festival 2003s, July 2018: Redmond scored a nice goal rolling off the boards. He is very good on his edges and is able to separate from his opponent to make himself available. He has a quick, accurate shot and is able to capitalize on his scoring chances, but he also makes nice passes for his teammates.
U14 Nationals, April 2018: Savage is an excellent defensive forward who also chipped in with a couple of goals. He is strong on his skates, stayed around the puck with a good glide, anticipated well and showed a quick first step to hunt and collect pucks. With possession, we liked his approach. He can wheel and separate while using his reach and strength to protect the puck. Invited contact and is balanced on his edges. His touches were good and passes were accurate with proper pace. Moved to smart spots, played some point on the PP and hid his release on his shot. He does a lot well right now and can play every role in every key situation. Very good on the penalty kill (which was important to Compuware’s success) and was out at the end of games. He scored an empty net goal to seal the win over MFF in the semis. Balanced, mature three -zone player for the champs. College: Miami (OH)
U14: Michigan State Finals, April 2018: Redmond scored a nice goal rolling off the boards. He has good edges and his quick feet allow him to separate from his opponents. He has a quick, accurate shot and is able to capitalize on his scoring chances, but he also makes nice passes for his teammates. College: Miami (OH)
U14: Compuware/HoneyBaked Invitational, October 2017: Redmond is very good on his edges. He has the ability to capitalize on his scoring chances as well as the puck skills to make nice passes for his teammates.