I'll do this really quick, maybe expand on it later. Laine has the higher offensive upside up but Puljujarvi and Dubois have the better all around game, while both still being capable of putting up 30+ goals and 70+ points. I value that a little more.
Love the physicality of Puljujarvi, Laine is a big hitter too, but Jesse is the more physical guy shift-to-shift I think. Patrick's skating leaves something to be desired as well, probably won't hold him back however, neither Gaudreau or Monahan are speedsters. IIRC sureLoss posted something about Puljujarvi's potenial at center which is really enticing.
With Dubois I admit I'm higher on him than most, but I love watching this kid play. You can't help but love how versatile he is at age 17. Can play either forward position effectively. His wing, off-wing or down the middle. The guy doesn't stop either, is a workhorse and a leader. To me he's a complete player.
And of, he's a creative and dynamic offensive player too. He might not score 40+ like Laine but you'll get 30 goals from him, while also being a positive everywhere else. Dubois has continue to "rise" in draft rankings for a reason and he's going to be the gem that's left after Matthews and the Finns.
Hmmm that wasn't very quick, still could expand more later.
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