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Originally Posted by theoforever
He looks hesitant to physically engage.
His work ethic doesn't look consistent, it is more visible in the offensive zone.
He looks like Sven but with way more skill.
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He also got nervous on his first shift going into the corner, bailed out and lost the puck. It was smart move one of the 2 Russians would have killed him.
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Like I said before, Johnny will have to get better without the puck.
His commitment is not the same in all zones.
AHL will be good for him.
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By my count Flames have had about 20 players with this type of talent.
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We get it. You're not impressed with Gaudreau. I'm not sure why you feel like you need to go on a one man crusade to "temper expectations," but you're welcome to your opinion.
Personally I don't see the "lack of commitment" in the defensive zone. He's had a number of good take-aways and backchecks throughout the tourney. He's never going to be a Selke candidate, but he's far a liability in his own end.