He’s a very talented defenseman who plays his position with decisiveness and confidence. Zboril is not a offensive defenseman in the classic sense, but he is an accurate passer from both forehand and backhand which can create a quick transition out of harm’s way. He possesses a very hard, accurate shot, but his ability to be smart and patient with it makes him an ideal option for the power play. Not one of the draft’s faster blueliners, Zboril is still a mobile skater in that he can find holes and attack them if passing lanes are clogged. He’s very strong on his feet and has very good balance, and he uses his size, reach and an active stick to fix opponents into low-scoring opportunities. All signs point towards Zboril possessing an NHL-caliber noggin, and while his projection is that of a dependable defenseman rather than an explosive points producer, the right system and enablers would likely result in gaudier numbers. Zboril can play with more snarl than you’d think and will take the opportunity to throw a shoulder into somebody.
