International Tournaments:
None
ETA = 4-5 years
Risk-Reward Analysis:
Risk = 5/5 Reward = 5/5
NHL Potential:
First or second line center
Strengths:
• Very good hockey sense and excellent on-ice vision
• Intelligent player with good offensive instincts
• Patience with the puck and great puck-distribution skills
• Surprisingly good defensively
• Accurate slap shot and wrist shot
Flaws/Aspects He Needs To Work On:
• Needs to improve his first few steps and acceleration
• Needs to bulk-up (add 15-20 pounds), and strengthen both his upper body and lower body
• Needs to improve his face-off skills
• Needs to work on the quickness and the release of his shot
Fantasy Hockey Potential:
Offensive = 8/10 Defensive = 7/10
NHL Player(s) Comparison:
- Jason Spezza
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