Pyatt file: Son of former NHLer Nelson Pyatt, who played in the 1970s with Detroit, Washington and Colorado. Won the fastest skater event at the 1999 Top Prospects skills competition. Ranked eighth among North American prospects by NHL Central Scouting, down one spot from midseason. Won a gold medal with Canada at the 1998 Under-18 World Tournament. Great skater with a good wrist shot and slap shot. Smart around the net and effective in traffic, he uses his size to work along the boards. Power forward is effective at both ends of the rink. Solid power-play performer who is quick to rebounds.