I liked his game last night. He is playing a little tentative, but I think thats just because he doesn't want to make mistakes while he's getting comfortable in the league. He's going to be so important to this team breaking up the cycle and getting the puck moving the other way, especially when we start seeing him be a little more physical (goes back to him getting comfortable, he can dominate physically when he wants to). I know a lot of people questioned his offensive upside, but I'm liking what I'm seeing out of him. He's showing more patience and better decision making with the puck in the offensive zone, and he's been a lot smarter with his puck rushing.
I still find it crazy how well he skates at 6'4 215. I think he could easily end up 220-230 and still be an elite skater which is terrifying when you consider his aggressive nature. I also think his shot has come quite a ways and will continue to get better with a couple more off seasons of training. This guy is going to be a top pairing defenceman someday I will almost guarantee it, it just remains to be seen if his offensive game will continue to progress to the point of a #1 D or not. He certainly has the tools if he can put it all together.
