F Filip Zadina - Halifax Mooseheads, QMJHL (2018, 6th, DET)

[Agent Zuuuub]

Brock boeser seems like a good comparison.

 

[Halakitlikethat]

If im Montreal i dont think im taking this guy. As much as i like him i believe that Montreal is in a position where they need to build the core of their team. Thats Centers and Defenseman. Unfortunately there are no great C options in this draft. I would say you take the D man that will improve your D core for years to come...Boqvist/Bouchard for Montreal would be smartest IMO.

You never ever draft for need with a pick that high. Zadina should absolutely be the pick as I don’t see the canes passing on Svechnikov

 

[schnapshot]

Assets: A true offensive weapon from the wing position, he has great puck skills and a very quick release. Sees the ice well and is a great passer, too. Has above-average scoring upside for the National Hockey League.

Flaws: Needs to improve his overall play when he doesn't have the puck, especially in terms of defensive-zone coverage. Must also fill out his frame and get stronger physically to win more battles at the highest level.

Anyone can guess which player this Forecaster report is talking about? I'll give you a hint: it's not Zadina and he's a Calder candidate right now

 

[Jabba11]

Kid hasn't been selected for the Czech National Team for the World championships. Martin Kaut (ranked as a 2nder for this year's draft) made it..

 

[Wooren]

What a bust, didn't even make the senior national team.

 

[Rielly4]

If we had the 4th or 5th pick, I would agree. However especially when you have a top 3 pick, you take the best player available, regardless of position

i dont feel Zadina is that much better than Boqvist. I feel they are on even playing field but i would rather have the D if im picking there as a rebuilding team.

 

[Kudo Shinichi]

How does Zadina compare to Boeser?

 

[Plub]

I expect the Zadina smear campaign to be in full effect now that he’s in Montreal’s wheelhouse.

Honestly, right now, it looks like every prospect is getting smeared. What the hell got into HF recently? Every prospect out of the top two is getting trashed on like they are borderline second rounders.

 

[Apocalypse Dude]

They are different players, Hischier is a two speed demon centerman. Zadina is a top flight goal scorer.

Correct. I think a quick two way C will have an easier time making an immediate impact in the Nhl than an offensively minded winger.

 

[KevSkillz4]

He got potential to be a 35-40 goal scorer, no doubt!

 

[BobbyShehan]

Lol you think 7th rounder Otto Somppi is an elite playmaker? That line is all Zadina.

Different story once in the big leagues. The Habs have no one to orchestrate offense, not even on D; they don't even have prospects in the pipeline. Zadina wouldn't be in an ideal environment to showcase his talents and God knows how thin this team's patience is with young offensive players. For those who think that Zadina is the clear cut BPA at third, you'll find many scouts who believe Boqvist, Dobson or even Wahlstrom have superior upsides. It's not an easy decision, especially not for the Canadiens.

 

[1972]

He just seems like a terrible fit for Montreal, i like the player but I wonder if they look at someone else. This kid is going to need to be paired with an elite centre to blossom in the NHL, Montreal doesn’t have that.

 

[Kudo Shinichi]

This kid is going to need to be paired with an elite centre to blossom in the NHL

Based on what?
Pacioretty never had an elite center, but he was a consistent 35 goalscorer and 65 pt man

 

[1972]

Based on what?
Pacioretty never had an elite center, but he was a consistent 35 goalscorer and 65 pt man

They create offense differently. Zadina is a pure shooter, he finds open space and needs someone to find him. Whose going to be able to get him the puck in Montreal? I just think it’s a bad fit.

If Buffalo picked third I liked the idea of Zadina, because Eichel is the type of player that would make Zadina blossom.

 

[The Great Weal]

They create offense differently. Zadina is a pure shooter, he finds open space and needs someone to find him. Whose going to be able to get him the puck in Montreal? I just think it’s a bad fit.

If Buffalo picked third I liked the idea of Zadina, because Eichel is the type of player that would make Zadina blossom.

Habs aren't expecting him to be elite right away. Who knows what happens by the time he is ready for the 1st line?

 

[Kevin Musto]

Kid hasn't been selected for the Czech National Team for the World championships. Martin Kaut (ranked as a 2nder for this year's draft) made it..

Whoever gets Kaut is getting one hell of a steal.

 

[1972]

Habs aren't expecting him to be elite right away. Who knows what happens by the time he is ready for the 1st line?

I don’t think they will take him, that’s honestly what I am expecting.

 

[PuckNorris]

Is Zadina LW or RW? I see him listed as both. I also see reports stating he's a great two-way player and others saying he needs to improve defensively.

 

[schnapshot]

Is Zadina LW or RW? I see him listed as both. I also see reports stating he's a great two-way player and others saying he needs to improve defensively.

Mainly left wing I believe.

 

[Kevin Musto]

Is Zadina LW or RW? I see him listed as both. I also see reports stating he's a great two-way player and others saying he needs to improve defensively.

Mainly right wing I believe.

 

[Tripod]

Is Zadina LW or RW? I see him listed as both. I also see reports stating he's a great two-way player and others saying he needs to improve defensively.

Mainly C I believe.

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

I hope Montreal drafts Zadina. Bergevin made a comment about the player at 30A will probably be able to step right in the lineup. I hope he thinks that's Zadina

 

[BobbyShehan]

Zadina doesn't play C. He's a lefty who can play both wings and loves to play the opposite wing. He's also very good in all zones but, obviously, elite offensive player.

 

[MasterMatt25]

Is Zadina LW or RW? I see him listed as both. I also see reports stating he's a great two-way player and others saying he needs to improve defensively.

LW

 

[Filthy Dangles]

Bad news Montreal fans....he's a Max Pacioretty clone