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Originally Posted by New Era
Why? What makes you say that? What is Reinhart lacking? The only knock I see to him is over-exposure from being the top prospect for the past two years.
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He lacks elite speed, isn't particularly physical, doesn't have elite size. Saw a comparison today to Adam Oates. Oates was a great player and a top line centre but there's type of centres I would've take over Oates in his prime. Heard a quote from Loubardias or Cosentino that some scout he talked to said someone's job could be in jeopardy if they take Reinhart too high. I've seen quotes that Reinhart may make a better RWer because he's not speedy enough to cover all the ice you need to cover at the NHL level.
I like Reinhart but he isn't flashy and doesn't really stand out in any area except for hockey sense. Kind of torn on him. He seems similar to RNH. Is RNH the elite centre the Oilers need to lead them to the playoffs and then to the cup? Will Reinhart be a guy you want as your top line centre? Would he even supplant Monahan for us? I think they'd make a great 1-2 punch. That said Draisaitl is a great playmaker too and has better size and puck protection so why not take him over Reinhart? Bennett has better speed and grit while still having tremendous skill so why not take him over Reinhart?
I like all 3 for different reasons. Won't be upset with any of them. I personally think Bennett due to his speed/grit/competitiveness would be a better complement to Monahan. And I think Draisaitl's size would help us match up well against the big Western teams. That's why I think I might slightly prefer both of them to Reinhart.