The spotlight has not been shining as much on Jack Roslovic since entering the Winnipeg Jets organization, though that's changing and it certainly hasn't stopped him from standing out.

The 25th overall selection in the 2015 NHL Draft is enjoying a solid rookie pro season and has jumped to the top of my latest Winnipeg Sun Winnipeg Jets Top-20 prospect rankings.

Roslovic, 20, decided to turn pro after his freshman season with the Miami University RedHawks and that choice has proven to be a wise one.

Going into the campaign, there was some debate over whether Roslovic would spend the entire season with the Manitoba Moose in the American Hockey League or perhaps be loaned to the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League after the world junior hockey championship.

Given how smooth the transition went for Roslovic, the junior option was off the table relatively quickly.

Roslovic has showcased his excellent vision and played a key role for the Moose this season, going into weekend action as the leading scorer (nine goals, 28 points in 44 games).

He's been a key cog on the power play and the fact he plays the demanding position of centre is what separates him slightly from Kyle Connor, who played 19 games with the Jets before he was demoted to the Moose.

Connor, who had 35 goals and 71 points with the University of Michigan Wolverines last season, hasn't been as prolific in the goal-scoring department since turning pro but that's not cause for concern.

It's a huge jump from college to the pro game and Connor has been working extremely hard to get better and the one thing that's stood out this season is his quick-strike ability.

Not only does Connor have incredible speed, he's got an outstanding release and those tools should serve him well as he eventually graduates for full-time NHL duty.

Much like Nic Petan found out last season when he was sent down after starting the season with the Jets and playing 19 games, Connor and Roslovic have learned the AHL is a really good league and it's tough to rack up points in it as a young player – regardless of how much talent you might have.

Both Roslovic and Connor are the type of players who are going to be point-producers at the NHL level, it's simply a matter of time.

“What I've learned (about Roslovic and Connor) is that they're really smart kids and they study their games quite a bit,” said Moose head coach Pascal Vincent. “What I like is that they can assess their game. They know when they're going and when they're not. They're not trying to find excuses or to hide behind anything when things are going wrong.

“There's a confidence those guys have and it's important to have, in the sense you want to go out there and be confident and make your plays. There's also a real honest assessment of what they need to improve in order to (get) and stay at the NHL level. I've found they're quite mature for their age (20).”

Lists like this one are extremely difficult to complete, not to mention highly subjective.

And remember, it's about projection and not just what type of season the players are having right now, though that's an obvious consideration.

There's not a hard and fast age cut off, but number of years of experience is a factor – which is why fourth-year pros JC Lipon and Brenden Kichton are not on this list but Jamie Phillips (who is 23 but only in his rookie season as a pro) still makes the grade.

Most of these players – with the exception of Russian centre Pavel Kraskovsky – have attended the Jets' summer development camp but you can't put a whole lot of stock into those skates either.

Several young players are playing against men in pro leagues overseas, while others are skating against their peers, so that's a consideration as well.

Not to mention there are several late bloomers on the list and others who are either on the rise or working to rebound after a tough season.

Complicating matters somewhat this time around is four of the top seven prospects from my 2016 summer list graduated to the NHL on a full-time basis – including top prospect Patrik Laine, goalie Connor Hellebuyck (three), defenceman Josh Morrissey (five) and skilled centre Nic Petan (seven).

That led to a lot of movement and allowed several players with plenty of intrigue – like Finnish defenceman Sami Niku and Kraskovsky – to take big jumps in the rankings.

Goalie Eric Comrie moved up substantially (from nine to three) after showing he can handle the workload of a No. 1 goalie in his second season with the Moose.

Red Deer Rebels forward Michael Spacek is having another excellent season in the Western Hockey League and figures to take on a significant role with the Moose in the fall, though he could get a cameo in the AHL once his junior season is complete.

Rounding out the Top-5 is University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks defenceman Tucker Poolman, who chose to return to try and defend the Frozen Four title and have the opportunity to play with his younger brother instead of turn pro last fall.

Poolman is having a strong campaign and is a good bet to sign with the Jets once his college season is complete.

The blue-liner with the big shot might even make his NHL debut before the 2016-17 season is complete.

Holding strong at number six is Moose winger Brendan Lemieux, who has made a strong transition to the pro game.

Lemieux hasn't scored quite as much this season as some expected, but he's closing in on double digits in goals.

He's going to make his living at the next level as a guy who is incredibly tough to play against and has the ability to chip in offensively in a complementary role.

Rounding out the Top-10 are Windsor Spitfires defenceman Logan Stanley (who may or not be ready to return from knee surgery for the 2017 Memorial Cup), Providence College Friars winger Erik Foley, smooth-skating Finnish defenceman Sami Niku and Moose forward Chase De Leo, who continues to show his versatility and is working hard for his next call-up.

Here's the full list, broken down into three segments: the cream of the crop, the sleepers and the projects.

Let the debate begin.

THE CREAM OF THE CROP

Jack Roslovic

Position: Centre

Age: 20

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in first round (25th overall) of 2015 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 44 GP, 9 G, 19 A, 28 P with with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: The skilled centre has made a smooth transition to the pro game after making the jump following his freshman season at Miami University. He's got great vision, is adept on the power play and is working hard to round out his 200-foot game and might get his first NHL look before the season is over. Also helped the United States capture a gold medal at the world junior hockey championship in January.

Kyle Connor

Position: Left wing

Age: 20

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in first round (17th overall) of 2015 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 32 GP, 8 G, 10 A, 18 P with with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: After starting the season in the NHL, but averaging just over 12 minutes of ice time per game while collecting one goal and four points, it was clear the 2016 Hobey Baker finalist needed some seasoning and he's been getting that. He's a dynamic skater and outstanding finisher who still projects to be a top-six forward.

Eric Comrie

Position: Goalie

Age: 21

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in second round (59th overall) of 2012 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 35 GP, 11-19-2, 2 SO, 2.75 goals-against average, .911 save percentage with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: The second-year pro has done a solid job as the No. 1 starter on a team that's lacking defensive depth. He's a student of the game and sound technically, but likely needs another season in the minors before he's ready to challenge for a spot with the big club.

Michael Spacek

Position: Centre/Right wing

Age: 19

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in fourth round (108th overall) of 2014 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 50 GP, 25 G, 45 A, 70 P with Red Deer Rebels of WHL

The skinny: The skilled Czech forward continues to progress in his second season playing in North America. He's increased his offensive numbers, using his vision and creativity to leave him in a tie for 16th in WHL scoring going into the weekend action – despite missing time while playing in his third world junior hockey championship. Should be with Moose to start next season.

Tucker Poolman

Position: Defence

Age: 23

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in fifth round (128th overall) of 2013 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 30 GP, 5 G, 18 A, 23 P with UND Fighting Hawks of NCAA

The skinny: It's been a strong junior season for the big, puck-moving blue-liner. His shot is a weapon, especially on the power play. Provided he signs a contract at the end of the UND season, his pro journey could begin immediately. If he doesn't jump right onto the third pairing with the Jets next season, he'll benefit from playing in all situations with the Moose.

Brendan Lemieux

Position: Left wing

Age: 21

Chosen by Buffalo Sabres in second round (31st overall) of 2014 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 51 GP, 8 G, 6 A, 14 P with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: The feisty winger plays a hard-nosed game and is approaching double digits in goals. A player who plays on the edge, he's done a pretty good job working to find out where the line he can't cross is – which is essential for him to earn the trust of the coaching staff at the next level. He's progressing nicely.

THE SLEEPERS

Logan Stanley

Position: Defence

Age: 18

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in round (18th overall) of 2016 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 35 GP, 4 G, 13 A, 17 P with Windsor Spitfires of OHL

The skinny: The six-foot-seven, 231-pound D-man had a slow start to the season after returning from NHL training camp, but seemed to be settling into a groove before suffering a knee injury that required surgery. Needs to continue to work on his mobility, but is viewed as a guy who could grow into a physical, shutdown blue-liner who makes a good first pass.

Erik Foley

Position: Left wing

Age: 19

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in third round (78th overall) of 2014 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 29 GP, 14 G, 14 A, 28 P with Providence College Friars of NCAA

The skinny: A strong skater who plays the game hard, Foley has improved his offensive numbers as a sophomore, doubling his goal totals while scoring five game-winners and adding five more on the power play. He projects to be a checker with some offensive upside and also helped Team USA win a gold medal at the world junior hockey championship. Will be interesting to see if he goes back for his junior season or decides to turn pro with the Moose in the fall.

Sami Niku

Position: Defence

Age: 20

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in seventh round (198th overall) of 2015 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 52 GP, 5 G, 19 A, 24 with JYP Jyvaskyla in Finland

The skinny: The smooth-skating Finn is having a strong season in the top Finnish men's league and some observers compare him to a left-handed version of Anaheim Ducks D-man Sami Vatanen. The Jets could use another left-handed defenceman, so getting him signed and over to North America to play for the Moose would seem like the logical next step in the development process.

Chase De Leo

Position: Centre/Left wing

Age: 21

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in fourth round (99th overall) of 2014 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 44 GP, 11 G, 14 A, 25 P with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: A hard-working forward with skill, he spent a good chunk of time with the Jets but didn't get into a game, which likely impacted his timing. He's an energetic and versatile forward who is smart and can make things happen on the ice.

Pavel Kraskovsky

Position: Centre

Age: 20

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in sixth round (164th overall) of 2014 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 58 GP, 8 G, 10 A, 18 P with Yaroslavl Lokomotiv of KHL

The skinny: There's plenty of intrigue surrounding the six-foot-four, 194-pound pivot but he's taken strides during his second full season in the Kontinental Hockey League and already has two assists in the first three playoff games. He's under contract for one more season in the KHL, so we'll see what happens after that.

Jansen Harkins

Position: Centre

Age: 19

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in second round (47th overall) of 2015 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 53 GP, 18 G, 42 A, 60 P for Prince George Cougars of WHL

The skinny: It's been another productive offensive season for the son of former NHLer Todd Harkins. He's got a high hockey IQ and looks ready to make the jump to the Moose – where he'll look to build on a steady six-game cameo at the end of last season saw him produce a goal and three points. Like most young players, Harkins needs to continue to work on his skating as he makes the jump to the pro game.

Mason Appleton

Position: Centre/Right wing

Age: 21

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in sixth round (168th overall) of 2015 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 28 GP, 11 G, 14 A, 25 P with Michigan State Spartans of NCAA

The skinny: The six-foot-two, 194-pounder has more than doubled his goal production during his sophomore season and leads the Spartans in scoring. Has a bit of edge to his game and is trending in the right direction.

Matteo Gennaro

Position: Centre/Left wing

Age: 19

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in seventh round (203rd overall) of 2015 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 56 GP, 35 G, 30 A, 65 P with Calgary Hitmen of WHL

The skinny: It's been a breakout season offensively, as the six-foot-two, 196-pounder was tied for eighth in the WHL in goals going into the weekend and was WHL player of the month in January after amassing 20 goals and 29 points in 15 games. Could join the Moose at the end of the Hitmen season.

THE PROJECTS

Scott Kosmachuk

Position: Right wing

Age: 23

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in third round (70th overall) of 2012 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 37 GP, 8 G, 11 A, 19 P with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: His goal production has dipped as he's missed 16 games due to injury this season. Has a good shot, but needs a strong finish to the season and strong summer of training to get himself back into the recall discussion for next fall after playing his first eight NHL games with Jets in 2015-16.

Jamie Phillips

Position: Goalie

Age: 23

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in seventh round (190th overall) of 2012 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 31 GP, 19-10-0, 2.63 goals-against average, .913 save percentage with Tulsa Oilers of ECHL

The skinny: Signed to be the fifth goalie on the depth chart in the organization, Phillips has done an excellent job in the ECHL and was chosen to the All-Star game as a rookie pro. He's seen only two games of action in the AHL and might need at least part of another season in the ECHL before he's ready for full-time AHL duty.

Luke Green

Position: Defence

Age: 18

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in third round (79th overall) of 2016 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 49 GP, 3 G, 26 A, 29 P with Sherbrooke Phoenix and Saint John Sea Dogs of QMJHL

The skinny: The versatile puck-mover has seen a decline in his goal production but has picked up his game after a trade to Sherbrooke. He'll be back for a fourth QMJHL season in the fall and will need to continue to work on his defensive game.

C.J. Franklin

Position: Left wing

Age: 22

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in fifth round (126th overall) of 2014 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 32 GP, 12 G, 17 A, 29 P with Minnesota State University – Mankato of NCAA

The skinny: Hard-working, straight-line player has eclipsed his freshman point totals as a junior. Will be interesting to see if he returns for his senior campaign or is ready to take a shot at the pro game.

Jacob Cederholm

Position: Defence

Age: 19

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in fourth round (87th overall) of 2016 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 30 GP, 1 G, 5 A, 6 P for Pantern IK in Swedish first division

The skinny: The six-foot-three, 184 pound stay-at-home blue-liner signed a two-year deal with HV71 Jonkoping but only appeared in five games in the Swedish Elite League before he was sent to the first division. He's eligible for the world junior team in December and is likely to spend at least one more season in Sweden before coming to North America.

Nelson Nogier

Position: Defence

Age: 20

Chosen by Winnipeg Jets in fourth round (101st overall) of 20 NHL Draft

2016-17 stats: 48 GP, 1 G, 10 A, 11 P with Manitoba Moose of AHL

The skinny: Speaking of stay-at-home blue-liners, the six-foot-three, 209-pounder has done a nice job of finding his niche as a rookie pro. Brings a physical element to his game and produced a bit more offence than was expected of him.

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Top-20 Winnipeg Jets prospects (previous ranking)

1. Jack Roslovic (4)

2. Kyle Connor (2)

3. Eric Comrie (9)

4. Michael Spacek (11)

5. Tucker Poolman (8)

6. Brendan Lemieux (6)

7. Logan Stanley (10)

8. Erik Foley (14)

9. Sami Niku (18)

10. Chase De Leo (11)

11. Pavel Kraskovsky (honourable mention)

12. Jansen Harkins (17)

13. Mason Appleton (honourable mention)

14. Matteo Gennaro (unranked)

15, Scott Kosmachuk (13)

16. Jamie Phillips (16)

17. Luke Green (15)

18, C.J. Franklin (honourable mention)

19. Jacob Cederholm (20)

20. Nelson Nogier (honourable mention)

Honourable mentions: G Mikhail Berdin, LW Jordan Stallard, C Jimmy Lodge, C Ryan Olsen, D Jan Kostalek