Prospect Info: Brad Lambert, 30th Overall, 2022 NHL Draft

[Gil Fisher]

Lucius is the guy I'd be dangling. I see Lambert on a line with McGroarty and Perfetti in the future. I think it would be really balanced.

I hear Lambert is really dumb. I think we should sell high on him if that's the case.

 

[larmex99]

I hear Lambert is really dumb. I think we should sell high on him if that's the case.

Selling on an internet rumor might not be that wise.

 

[Gil Fisher]

Selling on an internet rumor might not be that wise.

not the internet, but that's why I said "if it's true"

 

[Flair Hay]

More likely that he adds some sandpaper than defense. I see him as a third line scorer.

That's my concern, we don't really have such a thing on the Jets. Not as much a Lambert concern as a fit concern.

 

[snowkiddin]

Selling on an internet rumor might not be that wise.

Calling the Lambert criticism an internet rumour is giving Ippenator way too much credit

 

[BoneDocUK]

Calling the Lambert criticism an internet rumour is giving Ippenator way too much credit

Yep. It's the literal translation of the handle, once it's run through the Pekka Jalonen tabloid filter.

 

[Whileee]

I'll take a talented "dumb" player who gets results over an untalented "smart" player that doesn't.

With Lambert, it's now all about whether he can translate his skills into on-ice impact. If so, he'll be able to contribute to an NHL team.

 

[KingBogo]

I'll take a talented "dumb" player who gets results over an untalented "smart" player that doesn't.

With Lambert, it's now all about whether he can translate his skills into on-ice impact. If so, he'll be able to contribute to an NHL team.

I'm not sure where this dumb label comes from for Lambert, and I don't watch a lot of Moose games, but I don't see anything that would suggest he can't think the game at least at an average NHL level.

 

[bustamente]

I think with Lambert like most of our prospects patience is the key by the end of the season people will have a different opinion of him

 

[tbcwpg]

I'm not sure where this dumb label comes from for Lambert, and I don't watch a lot of Moose games, but I don't see anything that would suggest he can't think the game at least at an average NHL level.

You must have missed the duo from his home country droning endlessly about his "low hockey IQ".

 

[KingBogo]

You must have missed the duo from his home country droning endlessly about his "low hockey IQ".

I will admit by choice I don’t see what every poster has to say.

 

[10Ducky10]

You must have missed the duo from his home country droning endlessly about his "low hockey IQ".

People in glass houses...

 

[BoneDocUK]

I'm not sure where this dumb label comes from for Lambert, and I don't watch a lot of Moose games, but I don't see anything that would suggest he can't think the game at least at an average NHL level.

Yeah, seems like an old knock on a young player.

His interviews have shown him to be pretty thoughtful and articulate, IMO. Maybe you're not looking at him to lead your next tactics masterclass like you might a Cole Perfetti, but those players are a rarity and nothing I've seen or heard about Lambert suggest that he's in the running for the 2023-25 Roslo Award.

 

[Crocket]

Lambert has 3 goals and 2 assists in 3 games so far. It's he keeps it up, he'll be in the NHL soon

 

[MardyBum]

The Moose have 7 goals in 3 games. Lambert has been in on 5 of them. That's great but also concerning for the Moose depth lol.

 

[None]

The Moose have 7 goals in 3 games. Lambert has been in on 5 of them. That's great but also concerning for the Moose depth lol.

It's nice that they're not relying on all their offense from the defense now

 

[Jetabre]

Big Bad Brad off to a good start on the Moose!

 

[RustyCat]

What this kid really needs at this stage of life/career is an organization that lets he grow and that he feels supported. Expectations for him were sky high at a young age and not to mention being under the pedigree of his father and uncle. Not that they were bad, just they were serious hockey personalities and from what I understand and were known locally.

For him I don't think it is a matter of finding his mojo again, I think it more him growing and defining his own mojo. This is a great or to do that as the emphasis culturally is on the needs of the players. Would not be surprised if he has great numbers this year.

 

[DEANYOUNGBLOOD17]

Lambert is just like any 20 year old kid….. Has some growing up to do…. And time to figure things out!

-What works best
- Who to listen to
- who not to listen to
- where to stick handle through life
- when to take his shot

 

[Gil Fisher]

I'll take a talented "dumb" player who gets results over an untalented "smart" player that doesn't.

Of course, if that's the choice.

I'm not sure where this dumb label comes from for Lambert, and I don't watch a lot of Moose games, but I don't see anything that would suggest he can't think the game at least at an average NHL level.

It was from me; and I agree with your observations.

My broader point though is if we are looking to cash in on a prospect for an A-level RHD, Lambert, would be my choice. I think he has higher value in trade than Lucius and Chibrikov, and the off ice intelligence angle (if true) might be cause for concern.

 

[Crocket]

I think if Perfetti is hurt and or Ehlers is, which both might be favoring something right now given their limited ice time, Lambo would be the best call up to replace one of them.

 

[GJF]

He looks like he's going to have an amazing year in the A, probably going to finish in the NHL this year. He's just got all the tools.

With his dominate performance last year, he looks like the furthest thing from a bust at this point.

I just haven't seen anything in is game outside of straight line speed that makes me a believer.

Plus I somehow have this weird feeling about him.

I don't mean to start a discussion or aiming towards convincing anynone. As mentioned: If Lambert turns out to be a great piece for us, I'm going to love being wrong about this.

 

[ffh]

I think if Perfetti is hurt and or Ehlers is, which both might be favoring something right now given their limited ice time, Lambo would be the best call up to replace one of them.

Toninato is the better choice then a few others. Lambo is still a couple of years away at least.

 

[Crocket]

Toninato is the better choice then a few others. Lambo is still a couple of years away at least.

Haha, obviously Lambo is better than Toninato, it's just that Toni can be plugged into the bottom line, Lambo doesn't benefit from that. Lambert is probably getting called up if he keeps up the play though, depending on injuries. He could play in the NHL right now.

 

[Crocket]

I just haven't seen anything in is game outside of straight line speed that makes me a believer.

Plus I somehow have this weird feeling about him.

I don't mean to start a discussion or aiming towards convincing anynone. As mentioned: If Lambert turns out to be a great piece for us, I'm going to love being wrong about this.

Playmaking, vision, controlling the puck, shot. He's such a weapon, as he's proving. Skating is obviously a huge asset with him. An absolute steal at 30th.