I agree on Kerins losing some luster, but we aren't sure why exactly he was sent to the ECHL. I would like to see a strong showing from him in the AHL this year to renew my faith. He did at least transition to a pro league without looking entirely out of place, so that's good to see. He displayed a lot of offensive pop in junior, but he was an older player dominating young kids, so you can't take it too seriously.
I just see Ciona or Schwindt as more likely NHLers, albeit in bottom 6 roles. Schwindt's potential likely tops out at a 3rd line winger or 4th line center, but he seems steady as she goes. Ciona oozes leadership and character, but his skills are no better than an average 4th liner or replacement level NHLer. Still, I like seeing a player who lacks skill make up for it in other ways, and Ciona does that for me.
It's Ciona this round, but it's pretty close in my mind.
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