Team Canada junior would be crazy to not invite this kid to their camp, he is already better than Yager and a bunch of guys pencilled on the team..
He’s already better than a bunch of guys playing in Laval. How many have this kid’s combination of skating, acceleration, puck skills and shot?
It’s going to be very interesting to see what this kid can do when he fills out and gets stronger and faster. If he continues to develop, Hage will materially alter Hughes’ re-build road map. And that is a good thing resulting from a 21 OA pick.
As I said, Hage reminds me of young Mogilny. If you’re a youngster and never watched Mogilny play when he first arrived in Buffalo, or if you had the chance, but have forgotten, watch some videos of the young Mogilny and see if you see in Hage, what I see. The fluidity of skating, quick acceleration, superior hand skills and an effective shot.