I disagree on Klimchuk's ceiling. I think he will be a very good 2nd liner with 1st line ability.
Klimchuk has a very good skillset - speed, shot, IQ, playmaking ability - he is the type of player that can play in all situations and with all kinds of players and have a positive impact on the line. That is what I meant by 'support player' - not a '3rd line guy'.
He is the kind of guy that you move up onto another line when that line isn't clicking and needs a change - he is a guy that just 'finishes' a good line. For instance, he was fantastic in working with McDavid and Reinhart on a line. Put him out there with literally anyone, and he will find a way to make it work. Klimchuk has been the most underrated player from the draft it seems, but I think a lot of it has to to with him missing camp.
He will be one of the favorites at this year's camp.
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