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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
Did you determine this yourself? I don't pretend to know these players inside out any more than I read but I have read more that he's an explosive offensive player than low IQ (apparently he could use his teammates more effectively). Eerily similar to Jake Virtanen would mean that he has question marks around fitness and commitment to the game as that's what's held Virtanen back more than anything. I realize he's a one dimensional player (coaches can work on this element) but guys like Kessel can still be incredibly useful providing you are not counting on them to be your franchise player and leader (where Toronto went wrong). Not every player needs to have Selke trophy qualities. The organization really could use a finisher and this kid projects to be the best pure sniper in the draft.
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No, I do not profess to be a junior hockey expert and rely on what others put out there. Thn profile says he has concerns over his work ethic and hockey smarts. Similar to Virtanen he has a great shot and is best natural scorer in draft (sound familiar)? Players with more goals than assists raise red flags as they may be the beneficiary of playing with good players vs making others around them better.