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Originally Posted by GioforPM
You just never know. Here's his pre draft scouting report:
Backlund has above average skating ability, is strong physically and somewhat aggressive. He is also equipped with good hands and hockey sense. His technical skills along with his passes and goal scoring/release ability make him an intriguing prospect. Could, however, work on his defensive game and consistency.
All of that is pretty accurate and then you get to the last line.
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Ha! That last line is funny in retrospect... "Needs to work on these things" when those things are essentially what has allowed him to have an 18 season (and counting) career.
Maybe Alexander Command will slip to our 2nd round pick. He gives me Backlund vibes.