C Samuel Honzek - Vancouver Giants, WHL (2023, 16th, CGY)

[Hinterland]

Is 21 in 17 any concern? Slightly lower scoring rate than last season

I don't think so. Only two teams in the entire WHL scored less goals than Vancouver...and Honzek is just coming back from injury. He'll be fine.

 

[Hockeyville USA]

Regressed from his 18 year old season to his 19 year old season. Has dealt with injuries though. Interested to see what his rookie season in the A looks like.

 

[MichaelFarrell]

Regressed from his 18 year old season to his 19 year old season. Has dealt with injuries though. Interested to see what his rookie season in the A looks like.

I wouldn’t focus too too much on the numbers for Honzek. The most important thing for him is to fill out his big frame. He has the size and skill to play in the NHL, it’s really important that he continues to get stronger though.

I think he’ll take 2-3 more years before he’s ready to play unless he takes a huge step.

 

[Hockeyville USA]

I wouldn’t focus too too much on the numbers for Honzek. The most important thing for him is to fill out his big frame. He has the size and skill to play in the NHL, it’s really important that he continues to get stronger though.

I think he’ll take 2-3 more years before he’s ready to play unless he takes a huge step.

I understand what Honzek is, likely a fast middle 6 energy forward who is very defensively responsible, but you'd still like to see his offense grow while in junior

 

[josra33]

Regressed from his 18 year old season to his 19 year old season. Has dealt with injuries though. Interested to see what his rookie season in the A looks like.

Can he go to the AHL next year?

 

[Hockeyville USA]

Can he go to the AHL next year?

2004 birth year, so yes