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Originally Posted by LouCypher
I picked Gaudreau, Reinhart and Wotherspoon. My reasoning being that all 3 in my opinion have a certain intelligence, maturity and refinement to their games. Tough choice between Sven and Johnny but I give Johnny an edge because his hockey sense is on another level. Reinhart has some experience under his belt, can play physical, can probably step into any role the team gives him and run with it. Wotherspoon as far as the D-men go seems to be the most NHL ready defensively.
Really cool poll I must say, especially with so many great prospects pushing to make it.
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My picks exactly and for almost all the reasons.
Also Gaudreau consistently hustles to get back and be responsible defensively. Seems to be very coachable and not have this 'my way or the highway' mentality that to a minor extent Sven had perhaps shown.
Reinhart seemed to have - while not overly impressive - the most solid all around game, intelligence and maturity of the call ups over the past couple seasons and after last season deserves a much longer look.
Granlund would be my second choice after Gaudreau, but he's still new to north american hockey, and while I think he's ripe for NHL action, a little extra time learning couldn't hurt.