Just to add, from what I gathered from Stars Fans is that Nichushkin has completely bought-into the defensive side of things, and plays really well along the boards. He plays a very north american type of game already. Some are surprised it hasn't translated into more points, some think his lost year of development to injury is the reason and that he will 'catch up' developmentally, while others feel he doesn't have high-end offensive talent at all.
Kind of mixed bag really, but they seem in agreement that he does do fine along the boards and defensively. If he could be had for a 2nd round pick or equivalent, I would be all over it. Probably wouldn't risk a 1st round pick on him, however.
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