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Originally Posted by 868904
Flames get a 2nd round pick if he doesn't sign right?
I don't know that his value is much more than that right now. Yes he was a 1st rounder but it's more about his value now. I haven't watched his games but in the highlights, I don't see too much special there. Nothing to really wow you like Johnny was in college (not that this is a fair comparison). Good size and skills for sure, but at this point, I don't see much more than Joe Colborne.
Is Colborne worth a 2nd round pick?
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Why are you comparing Gaudreau to Jankowski?
Jankowski plays a more important position, has top-6 skills and is a big body. He's also VERY good defensively and on face-offs.
Of course he isn't as skilled as Gaudreau, but there are only a few NHLers that are as skilled as Gaudreau, let alone in the NCAA.
I would rather have him signed than receive a pick, even a 1st round pick. He's taken this long to develop and has progressed well every step of the way. I mean he was playing high school hockey when drafted, it takes time.