I am still very high on Honzek. I think he had become a bit too tentative after his injuries. There is no guarantee this won't happen again, but as he is filling out, hopefully he will trust his body more and be more engaged. So far, I see him doing this. This has been my one and only criticism of him in the last year.
I bet that he becomes an important part of the solution for the Flames. He has many really good attributes, and as he gains confidence and experience, I bet he starts taking noticeable steps. I think he gets sent down again when Pospisil returns, but that's ok. Having all of these talented kids playing together on the farm bodes well - get them to develop chemistry and feel comfortable with one another. It is a fantastic way to develop.
I just wish there weren't as many bodies up on the Flames so that these kids could get 5 game looks to help them develop.
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