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Originally Posted by ricardodw
Did you actually read that article, or just browse it until you found a blurb that matched your inner dialogue?
Seems like the scout was saying that he had some difficulty stepping up to play against Swedish men...
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This isn't surprising as a 17 year old playing against bigger/stronger players. Jankowski had similar struggles this season jumping into the NCAA (and was similarly moved to the wing to aid his adjustment.) Thats one of the reasons Lindholm is rated below Barkov and Nichushkin. He will likely need to get bigger to be successful in the NHL.
As far as Lindholm vs Monahan I think the differences are marginal at best. Monahan is a bit bigger and possibly more NHL ready. Lindholm looks to be a slightly better skater. Both are said to be good two-way players with high hockey IQ. Personally I would be happy with either one.
I just think it's ridiculous that you feel the need to paint Lindholm as a prototypical soft-euro player to better your argument for Monahan when all evidence is to the contrary.