Juraj Slafkovsky - Year Two

[Colezuki]

Respectfully disagree. He goes into corners and comes out with the puck more often than not.

Exactly, but he’s still developing

 

[Andrei79]

Still a Bambi, but it’s coming next year we take a step

Not even close. Are you watching the games ? He's been a tank.

 

[Dutronc]

Still a Bambi, but it’s coming next year we take a step

He's a moose. A big moose.

 

[Gainesvillain]

He's far more physically assertive and developed than KK at the same age. Bambi comparisons are way off.

 

[McGuires Corndog]

He's a moose. A big moose.

He’s a player with big antlers from time to time.

 

[Colezuki]

Guys? I’m not saying slaf is playing bad, I’m saying he’s still growing into his body and no he’s not fully developed look at Meier and how he uses his size that’s what Slaf needs to eventually do as well with speed

 

[MTL Dirty Birdy]

I still think Wright is going to prove some ppl wrong.

I will say this in my defence. I still believe that Slaf playing in lesser leagues would have been beneficial, how much so, who knows? I do believe that rushing players to the NHL has some risks that developing slowly doesn’t have. Where I got it wrong was overstating how much playing in the NHL could hurt him. That position isnt defendable anymore, so I’m not going to continue that line of argumentation here. I was wrong, it’s not the first time and it won’t be the last time.

I’m also guilty of diving in the gutter with some, sometimes I find this place can be a bit toxic and I find myself talking in extremes just to be as far opposite of the person I am disagreeing with. I’ve butt heads with a lot of good posters and for that I apologize.

This. Respect

 

[ottawa]

Another good game from Slaf, such an underrated player

 

[Andrei79]

Guys? I’m not saying slaf is playing bad, I’m saying he’s still growing into his body and no he’s not fully developed look at Meier and how he uses his size that’s what Slaf needs to eventually do as well with speed

I didnt see your post as saying he was playing bad. I just don't think you used the term Bambi accurately. Slaf is already a rock. Guy was so strong against the Avalanche physically that one of their D just completely gave up trying to physically contain him. He's not flopping on the ice, he's solid on his skates, one of the strongest on the team already at 19. KK was a Bambi.

 

[Heffyhoof]

He is leading the Habs forwards in shots blocked and sits at 0.93 blocks per game, while also being third in hits on the team and 1.48 per game. Our ball of hate Pezzetta has 3.39 hits per game

Edit: Xhejak and Struble are the only D-men who hit at a higher rate but neither has played the amount of games Slaf has.

 

[Hannibal]

Gonna be our best player in 2-3 years.

 

[Frank Drebin]

Another good game from Slaf, such an underrated player

Knowing Habs fans, not for long. We're going to shove him down the main boards throat very soon

He's a moose. A big moose.

You ever see a moose in the wild? They look like a dinosaur or something. Just bizarre looking beasts

 

[LesCanadiens]

My favorite play from him today was the beautiful dipsy-doodle. No points came out of it. But it was very nice and like the glimpses he showed of passing skills and IQ early this year, he's periodically going for these elite moves now with confidence. That was a very Jagresque move. And IMO, a harbinger for more of the same with more frequency.

I believe part of this is very deliberate from MSL coaching. MSL has always talked in terms of learning the art of deception. Unpredictability. Defenders not having a clue. Is he going to dish it? Is he going to take it to the net? Is he going to shoot, fake pass then shoot, fake shot then pass? That unpredictability is what makes great players, like McDavid even greater. No one knows what's coming.

Easily our most consistent top-six forward now for a month. IMO.

 

[SlafySZN]

Easily our most consistent top-six forward now for a month. IMO.

10 points in his last 15 games. 4 goals 6 assists.

And it’s not just the points, it’s his overall game. He took a huge step.

 

[Scriptor]

Juraj Slafkovsky - Year Two?

Can't wait to see:

Juraj Slafkovsky -Year Five!

 

[Scriptor]

Slafkovsky:

10 points in last 15 games, with loads of missed opportunities to add more points.

Would expecting that as the baseline for next season be that far-fetched with an actual second line and a stronger third line, plus maybe a 3rd pairing of Xhekaj-Mailloux?

I'm not even considering that Hughes could add an NHL-ready upgrade for the top-6 this offseason, or that our own first round pick could still end up being Clebrini!

Caufield-Suzuki-Slafkosvksy
Newhook-Dach-Anderson
Heineman-Beck-Roy (kid line)
Armia-Evans-Gallagher (veteran line)


Slafkovsky's recent 15-game PPG percentage of .667 would make for a 55-point season next year.

After that, nobody knows how high his production could go?

 

[LesCanadiens]

Juraj Slafkovsky - Year Two?

Can't wait to see:

Juraj Slafkovsky -Year Five!

Slafkovsky:

10 points in last 15 games, with loads of missed opportunities to add more points.

Would expecting that as the baseline for next season be that far-fetched with an actual second line and a stronger third line, plus maybe a 3rd pairing of Xhekaj-Mailloux?

I'm not even considering that Hughes could add an NHL-ready upgrade for the top-6 this offseason, or that our own first round pick could still end up being Clebrini!

Caufield-Suzuki-Slafkosvksy
Newhook-Dach-Anderson
Heineman-Beck-Roy (kid line)
Armia-Evans-Gallagher (veteran line)


Slafkovsky's recent 15-game PPG percentage of .667 would make for a 55-point season next year.

After that, nobody knows how high his production could go?

I know it's cliche. But the sky truly is the limit. Like I mentioned earlier in this thread, It wouldn't shock me if he reaches 90pts. Like 35 goals, 55 assists. It's hard for me not to feel so optimistic because he's only 19 and has been dominating in all 3 zones and vs the best lines of the other team. Nice breakdown btw.

 

[Bombshell11]

Caufield din't look excited when Slaf scored his goal, i also noticed the other players on the ice were like... oh nice you scored a goal, yeh.

 

[Dutronc]

Knowing Habs fans, not for long. We're going to shove him down the main boards throat very soon


You ever see a moose in the wild? They look like a dinosaur or something. Just bizarre looking beasts

Yeah I live in Baie-st-Paul in Charlevoix.

Lots of mountains and a lot of nature !

 

[LesCanadiens]

Caufield din't look excited when Slaf scored his goal, i also noticed the other players on the ice were like... oh nice you scored a goal, yeh.

It's probably because Slaf just can't shut-up about wanting to play with Mesar in the room and on the bench. They're jelly of the Slovakian Gretzky.

 

[Habssince89]

I know it's cliche. But the sky truly is the limit. Like I mentioned earlier in this thread, It wouldn't shock me if he reaches 90pts. Like 35 goals, 55 assists. It's hard for me not to feel so optimistic because he's only 19 and has been dominating in all 3 zones and vs the best lines of the other team. Nice breakdown btw.

He has excellent vision and decisiveness when it comes to passing. The jury is still out on his goal scoring ceiling but 45-55 assists could be had with his talent/style

 

[Kennerback]

Knowing Habs fans, not for long. We're going to shove him down the main boards throat very soon


You ever see a moose in the wild? They look like a dinosaur or something. Just bizarre looking beasts

A benefit in disguise for his early stats woes is that it’s hard to flex on the main board. Habs fans are forced to be cautious before stuffing him down everyone’s throat.

 

[Jaynki]

I have been mocked for that but Slafkovsky is sincerely experimenting parabolic, exponential growth.

 

[CristianoRonaldo]

Continue to prove me wrong, please.

 

[OldCraig71]

He's a moose. A big moose.

Yes, he is. He's a strong young bull with his first set of antlers on a head that looks way too big for them lol.