Empoleon8771
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Back to a topic from the Salary Cap thread about the draft, what's exactly the downside with Kindel that was making some people uneasy in the 1st round? I know there are some concerns with his skating and size, but he's also described as an extremely smart player that reads the ice great. Obviously any sort of skating concerns are a problem, but as McGroarty is showing a high hockey IQ can really minimize the issues with mediocre skating.
I don't think the Penguins should be taking him with the Rangers 1st, but trading down and taking him at about #22 overall would be something I'd be fine with. Like I said, trading down from #13 to #22 and #37 and drafting Kindel and Boumedienne would be something I'd be totally good with.
A comparable that might be worth mentioning: how similar is Kindel to Savoie?
IMO they give up any pick that is #10 or later. They'll want to keep their 2026 1st to use as trade bait to improve for next year.
I don't think the Penguins should be taking him with the Rangers 1st, but trading down and taking him at about #22 overall would be something I'd be fine with. Like I said, trading down from #13 to #22 and #37 and drafting Kindel and Boumedienne would be something I'd be totally good with.
A comparable that might be worth mentioning: how similar is Kindel to Savoie?
I am very curious to see what NYR decides to do with their pick. I don't think it is an easy decision at all. I believe that if Seattle owned their pick, and not us, NYR would probably pick this year and send next year's pick to Seattle. But a rival team makes them pause a bit, I think.
Ultimately, their scouts will likely make their decision for them. I am still rooting for the 2026 NYR first-rounder, mostly because of the potential chaos it may force upon them.
IMO they give up any pick that is #10 or later. They'll want to keep their 2026 1st to use as trade bait to improve for next year.
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