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Sandman · 03-22-2024, 01:15 AM

Draft Thoughts (Jacked Edition):

LHC Jack Berglund comes from a strong hockey background, being the son of former-NHLer Christian Berglund (who played for the Devils and Panthers), and nephew to Swedish pros Carl Berglund, and Daniel Berglund. Jack, who measures 6'3",207lbs, spent most of this season with Farjestad's J20 team, posting 15 goals and 34 points in 41 games- but had an 8-game cup of tea with the SHL team, nabbing a goal in 8 games. He turned heads in the most recent edition of the 5 Nations Tournament, with 4 points in 3 games, and scored a natural hat-trick in the first game against Finland- including the game-winner in OT.

Though it seems like Jack has been talked about forever, most see him turning out to be more of a shutdown, defensive player going forward, as was his role in the 5 Nations, and in all other international play. Berglund is not the greatest skater- it pervades many aspects of his game, and he can be exposed when he's not in position. He's not particularly great on his edges either. Good thing for him is that he's a meat-and-potatoes type of player, and is at his best when keeping things simple. On the plus side, he's a smooth stickhandler with quick hands, and is tenacious on the puck with airtight control- this, combined with his reach and protection skills, makes it hard to strip him of the puck. Berglund flashes high-end skill and playmaking ability- he makes good decisions with the puck, and his passes are crisp and accurate. On occasion, he can connect on a difficult, more complicated pass in traffic. His shooting arsenal is fairly deep, but he could use more zip on his shots. He plays very well around the net, and displays silky soft mitts to beat goalies with, and the understanding of how to dip in and out of open space around the crease.

Berglund is a physical player, and can outright bully opponents in junior, but he's not really mean- he needs to be more aggressive, and use his size better to impose his will, and wear down opponents. He pays attention to his defensive duties as a center, and doesn't cheat. He has the ability to play his man closely, and can cut off lanes, and intercept passes, while keeping the crease clear. The coaching staff trusts him in defensive situations, and gives him penalty-killing duties. This may help him, as his defensive game might just be his bread-and-butter one day in the pros, and if he improves his skating, he'll make a great option for bottom-6 duty. Look for him in the 5th/6th round.

03-22-2024, 01:15 AM	#1229
Sandman Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Calgary Exp:	Draft Thoughts (Jacked Edition): LHC Jack Berglund comes from a strong hockey background, being the son of former-NHLer Christian Berglund (who played for the Devils and Panthers), and nephew to Swedish pros Carl Berglund, and Daniel Berglund. Jack, who measures 6'3",207lbs, spent most of this season with Farjestad's J20 team, posting 15 goals and 34 points in 41 games- but had an 8-game cup of tea with the SHL team, nabbing a goal in 8 games. He turned heads in the most recent edition of the 5 Nations Tournament, with 4 points in 3 games, and scored a natural hat-trick in the first game against Finland- including the game-winner in OT. Though it seems like Jack has been talked about forever, most see him turning out to be more of a shutdown, defensive player going forward, as was his role in the 5 Nations, and in all other international play. Berglund is not the greatest skater- it pervades many aspects of his game, and he can be exposed when he's not in position. He's not particularly great on his edges either. Good thing for him is that he's a meat-and-potatoes type of player, and is at his best when keeping things simple. On the plus side, he's a smooth stickhandler with quick hands, and is tenacious on the puck with airtight control- this, combined with his reach and protection skills, makes it hard to strip him of the puck. Berglund flashes high-end skill and playmaking ability- he makes good decisions with the puck, and his passes are crisp and accurate. On occasion, he can connect on a difficult, more complicated pass in traffic. His shooting arsenal is fairly deep, but he could use more zip on his shots. He plays very well around the net, and displays silky soft mitts to beat goalies with, and the understanding of how to dip in and out of open space around the crease. Berglund is a physical player, and can outright bully opponents in junior, but he's not really mean- he needs to be more aggressive, and use his size better to impose his will, and wear down opponents. He pays attention to his defensive duties as a center, and doesn't cheat. He has the ability to play his man closely, and can cut off lanes, and intercept passes, while keeping the crease clear. The coaching staff trusts him in defensive situations, and gives him penalty-killing duties. This may help him, as his defensive game might just be his bread-and-butter one day in the pros, and if he improves his skating, he'll make a great option for bottom-6 duty. Look for him in the 5th/6th round.