I always really like to see the combine results, and then go back and see how the result may have or not have impacted the players during the season.
For instance, Nylander's numbers look fantastic.
One one hand, it shows commitment on his part to fitness and being a 'pro' at an early age. Seems like a lot less risk involved, as conditioning issues have plagued many a good prospect and prevented a career in the NHL.
On the other hand, Nylander does look like he isn't driving the line, or going at 'full speed', and McLeod (will have to compare his numbers) looks like he has a way better motor and better speed out there. What does this say?
Then you look at a guy like Sergachev. Overweight, but yet had a very, very impressive season. Does this imply that his ceiling - if a team works with him and corrects fitness issues - is actually higher than perceived? He would unquestionably become more mobile out there (though, how much is another question), and we all know mobility for defencemen are critical in the post clutch and grab era.
I don't know if Nylander has risen a bit in my books, or has lowered a bit. You take these combine results with a grain of salt each way I guess, but it is interesting to me.
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