So a few Thunderbirds observations…
Dvorsky. He shines on the powerplay and with the puck. He needs to clean up his defensive game and continue working on his skating. An extra burst would help.
Petersen-he’s hot right now. Solid defensively and skates his butt off. Plus player away from puck. Does all the little things. If he can score in double digits, then he will have a long NHL career.
Sylvegard-I like that he isn’t afraid and finishes his checks. With more adjustment to the pro game, he may be a solid 3rd line player. He has a good shot, but needs to be more selective.
Kaskimaki-he is still adjusting. Makes some plays on his own efforts using his speed and creativity. Seems to steal and thwart the other teams breakouts well. Just no points to show. Needs to find a teammate he syncs with?
Johannesson-he can really move and pass the puck. As he is adjusting, he is getting more confident as well. Very good running power play. He is just okay defensively. Best offensive d man and isn’t close.
Skinner-this kid has played well. Hits boxes out solid first pass. Most surprising player
Buchinger-he is adjusting but will get there. Makes smart plays with the puck.
Loof- I like this guy as a future 5-7. Good first pass not afraid of anyone. Solid defender. He gives you that guy on defense that the other offense looks for, because he will send you flying
Both goalies are very good. We are deep in net. Both could play in the NHL.
