Really happy with Tkachuk. I didn't think he would fall - I actually thought it may have been Dubois that fell.
Kid probably has an even higher compete level than Bennett, and has very soft hands and a quick and accurate shot. He can make plays in-tight and under pressure.
What I really like? His skill set is so translatable to the NHL. He doesn't over-power guys in junior - he is just like a dog on a bone and just refuses to give an inch and just out-compete guys.
I am huge on prospects with high IQ, non-stop motors and high compete levels. Flash is nice too - I really like Keller as well and he is flashy - but Tkachuk just has everything you want in a player to help you win.
I am not worried about his skating - I think it was similar to Monahan's in his draft year, and I would say Monahan is doing fine. If he didn't have the high hockey IQ, then it would be more of a concern. Kid will be a core player for at least a decade.
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