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Originally Posted by kirant
I think the difference is that Bartschi just hasn't faced opponents of this big before and he'll need to learn how to deal with those hits. In the WHL, he seems to be fine just shaking them...in the NHL, I'm a little concerned with how he'll deal with getting bumped by bigger players. .
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In the preseason, I thought he handled the physical play very well. I don't think it's going to be an issue with him. He's a real stocky guy.
I know what you are saying about juniors adjusting to playing against men, but Baerstchi is no Dustin Boyd. He has core strength and stays on his skates when hit and in one on one battles, the kid is solid.