“The other pleasant surprise is forward Brett Pollock, who managed to make the club last year, but sat on the bench most of the season. Red Line liked him in a very limited energy role last year, as he used his big frame to spark the team with an up-tempo forecheck. But the fact that he has already eclipsed his offensive numbers from last year in this campaign’s first four games has drawn our attention. Pollock seems to have come back with a much smoother and improved skating stride, and a new-found confidence in his puckhandling.”
–Kyle Woodlief, Red Line Report
#45 - Brett Pollock - C - "Really nice combination of edginess and skills."
"Tall, lanky pivot is a high effort player with a powerful stride. Continues to push our perception of what his offensive ceiling might be at the next level. Has been an extremely consistent producer all season despite playing most often in a 3rd line checking role for strong club. His tireless effort provided excellent secondary scoring. Plays a simple game and doesn't turn over the puck in risky areas. Shields puck extremely well and works the low cycle to perfection, constantly keeps legs churning to create pressure on the forecheck and force turnovers. Jumps on rebounds and show surprising patience in tight quarters around the slot. Already good at manufacturing greasy goals, and in second half he started to score more from clear looks and skilled plays."
Projection: 3rd line character centre with a good club.
Style compares to: Kyle Brodziak
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Granted this is just my friend's take from watching him a bunch with the Oil Kings - but I've heard he's pretty solid offensively, fairly reliable defensively, not very aggressive despite his size, and about average speed.
I've watched him on the Oil Kings the last couple of years. He is a gritty guy, a bit of a pest, and also has size and offensive upside. He stands out on an average Oil Kings team. A good prospect.
would he be better or worse propect than Klimchuck? Klimchuck is almost exactly a year older and had better WHL numbers in his last year. (80 pts in 60 games)
would he be better or worse propect than Klimchuck? Klimchuck is almost exactly a year older and had better WHL numbers in his last year. (80 pts in 60 games)
The fact that Klimchuk is a year older makes me more high on Pollock. Also, Pollock plays C and is big.
Looks to have some real upside...patience and vision in tight and good at sniping corners.
Monahanish .....and Loubo was very happy we picked him up so I like it.
Who is Brett Pollock?
