Player Discussion Kaapo Kakko

WojtekWolski86

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Nov 14, 2019
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I think Kakko knows he's getting maybe his first real opportunity here right now. Being asked to move to center is a big ask. I think he was excited to be rewarded with something, given a chance to have a real impactful role. And I think there's aspects of center that fit with him too, that I've said for a long time, since we drafted him. But I really get the sense this is about Kakko finally excited, with some encouragement behind him, not afraid to fail and get shuffled back into the deck. JMHO. Hope it continues and if it's at center, all the better. We're suddenly very short on those.
Also 3Cs get paid more than 3RW. Lineup versatility and penalty kill ability are skills not just intangibles that add value come contract time as well as self worth. You feel like a contributor on the team and in some cases the team may be dependant on you which is something he hasn't felt since before he was drafted.
 

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