30-35pts this year.... possibly as high as 40...
all depends on his condition and mental preparation for the season.
Carlyle is a very systematic coach who matches lines a lot. i don't think Kessel to see much icetime against top lines like he's faced against some teams, and his +/- should improve. I expect he'll also be kept away from top pairings as much as possible.
There's something to be said for competent coaching.
We really saw what Carlyle could do last year.He was terrible. Granted he took over late in the season, but the Leafs played the worst I've seen under Carlyle.
His on pace for fell to 22 goals after Carlyle came in.
It really makes no sense to me why people need more than 15-20 games to evaluate a coach.
You mean after Lupul got injured?
He's peaking, possibly still rising as a star. His teammat Lupul returns beside him. Unless a move happens, Bozak also remains and he still hasn't hit his ceiling.
I know people may think I'm being optimistic, but honestly, I think he'll have an even better year this year over last. For a full season, I'd guess 45-50 goals, 95 pts. I might be the lone voter for it, but I say 50+ pts.
Could be just the hockey returning though, ha ha.
I agree with this. I think Kessel is still a rising star. I think in a short season he will contend for hardware, like the Richard trophy.
I expect 50+ pts. ~35 goals.
How many points did Kessel have after 48 games last season? I just know it was more than a ppg, so I think he kills it this season with a 50+ point season...the question is if he can keep his 30 goal season streak going in this shortened season...I say yes![]()