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New article on Gaudreau:

http://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/20...tCM/story.html

“We got a Christmas present early with Johnny Gaudreau,’’ said York. “We were never actively involved in recruiting him because he committed so early. He certainly has all the attributes of some of the top players we’ve had here.

“I think what makes him a little bit different is his vision. He can see people who are open that normal people cannot see. He has great hockey sense and terrific vision on the ice. He sees all 10 players on the ice at once.’’

Montgomery said Gaudreau was a joy to watch develop into a dynamic talent.

“He can turn nothing into something just because of his creativity and his hands and his lateral movement,’’ said Montgomery, who said Gaudreau reminds him of Red Wings star Pavel Datsyuk. “He’s just an exciting hockey player who can take fans, and even his own teammates, out of their seats. I think he’s a great fit for any type of hockey at any level.

“He’s fearless. He’s small, but he goes to tough areas and that’s why he scores goals. He has a rare combination of skill and will. He’s a force even as freshman in college hockey. BC plays a very up-tempo offensive-minded game, and that suits John right to his strengths.’’