Gator Mike
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First things first... we all agree to call him JFK, right? Because if I have to spell out Forsbacka-Karlsson from now on, I'm going to strangle one of the Bruins' regional scouts.
Jakob Forsbacka-Karlsson
Center
6-1, 185
Stockholm, SWE
Omaha Lancers (USHL)
Born October 31st, 1996
Commmitted to Boston University for the 2015-16 season
RANKINGS
29th by McKeen's
31st by Central Scouting (NA Skaters)
47th by Last Word on Sports
52nd by TSN
55th by ISS Hockey
61st by HockeyProspect.com
69th by Future Considerations
SCOUTING REPORTS
Jakob Forsbacka-Karlsson
Center
6-1, 185
Stockholm, SWE
Omaha Lancers (USHL)
Born October 31st, 1996
Commmitted to Boston University for the 2015-16 season
RANKINGS
29th by McKeen's
31st by Central Scouting (NA Skaters)
47th by Last Word on Sports
52nd by TSN
55th by ISS Hockey
61st by HockeyProspect.com
69th by Future Considerations
SCOUTING REPORTS
A player who has worked hard at his all-around game, but needs to gain more consistency. That being said, he can be an offensively effective center; possesses a high level of hockey intelligence and plays with intensity. A smooth, yet not dynamic skater. An excellent passer; can turn a "nothing doing" play into a scoring chance. - See more at: http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=115158#sthash.OadpGHnM.dpuf
He's a good, industrious type player who can contribute in multiple ways. He has confidence and smarts with the puck offensively. Attuned to the defensive aspects of the game and invests in this area. He competes through the game and is not deterred in any way. Improving his speed will enhance his efforts.
While Forsbacka-Karlsson lacks a wow-factor to his game, the Swedish import is an effective two way pivot who profiles well as a second or third pairing center at the highest level. He was one of the top play-makers in the USHL in his draft year.
He has good stickhandling, and uses his size to protect the puck down low, working well in that cycle and maintaining possession for his team. Forsbacka-Karlsson is very effective on the forecheck, forcing defenders to rush plays and make mistakes.
He is very good in the face-off circle, winning draws in both the offensive and defensive zone. He is a top penalty killer for the Lancers, and shows very good anticipation and the ability to cut down passing lanes with his long and active stick.
"JFK" is a classic Swedish two-way center that does not stand out offensively, but that is good in the face-off circle, stable in short-handed and uses his game inside to reduce the time and area of their opponents: "An honest player, very good defensively. Without the puck, he is very good, "said one of THN's surveyed scouts.
Who wants to win a draw? One of the best prospects at winning faceoffs in the draft. A good two-way player his skill set leans to defence which is the strength of his game. Comparable: Jarrett Stoll
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