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LW Juraj Slafkovsky - TPS Turku, Liiga (2022, 1st, MTL) Part 2

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severian said:
The last time I heard that size and dominated against men line of argument was Rangers fans trying to sell the idea of Kaako over Hughes. Obviously, that doesn't mean this will be the case with Slaf, but short tournament skew results big time. And lets not forget that the Olympics were not exactly the greatest competition this time around.
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Let’s not forget he dominated against men at two major international tournaments.
 
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His work ethic is outstanding that´s well known. And it´s an another reason why his "he´ll bust" believers won´t be right, he´ll be at least very good NHL player if not a star. So we´ll see what the future brings but I´m convinced that his 1st OV spot on a draftday was fully deserved.
 
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Martinez89 said:
His work ethic is outstanding that´s well known. And it´s an another reason why his "he´ll bust" believers won´t be right, he´ll be at least very good NHL player if not a star. So we´ll see what the future brings but I´m convinced that his 1st OV spot on a draftday was fully deserved.
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I definitely agree that his work ethic is excellent, and he seems like a mentally balanced kid otherwise too. I can see him become a good NHL player with his attitude and his physicality. But I still doubt he becomes a real star. I just don't see good enough hockey IQ and decision making on the ice. Not bad with it for sure, but definitely nothing special with it either. True stars have practically always pretty darn good hockey IQ. I just don't see that in him. Of course he might prove me wrong, and I wouldn't mind it at all.
 
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Ippenator said:
I definitely agree that his work ethic is excellent, and he seems like a mentally balanced kid otherwise too. I can see him become a good NHL player with his attitude and his physicality. But I still doubt he becomes a real star. I just don't see good enough hockey IQ and decision making on the ice. Not bad with it for sure, but definitely nothing special with it either. True stars have practically always pretty darn good hockey IQ. I just don't see that in him. Of course he might prove me wrong, and I wouldn't mind it at all.
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A good post and at least you offered your objective view here with which one I can generally agree. Yes, his hockey IQ isn't exceptional, sometimes his handling of situations isn't the best. And it's related with the biggest weakness in his game so far - he could be better on power plays. But again, I see his willingness to learn new things and when he finds that something works, he starts using it. And even if his hockey IQ isn't at the highest level yet, he has other attributes that distinguish him from other players - size, skill, strength, work ethic. I know that improving decision making isn't easy but if he could improve then he could be a real unicorn player.
 
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Kudo Shinichi said:
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What's with this form? Wouldn't shock me if he has many mysterious injuries in the future if that's how he trains. Maybe he can get away with it at 18 years of age, but... Hurt to watch most of that.

Such variety of exercises is of course a good thing but I'd really get the form looked at, hopefully sooner rather than later.
 
ijuka said:
What's with this form? Wouldn't shock me if he has many mysterious injuries in the future if that's how he trains. Maybe he can get away with it at 18 years of age, but... Hurt to watch most of that.

Such variety of exercises is of course a good thing but I'd really get the form looked at, hopefully sooner rather than later.
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I assume the program is made by professionals that consider their client, a young and elite athlete. Looking at their Instagram, it seems like they train other atlhetes and know what they are doing...
 
ijuka said:
What's with this form? Wouldn't shock me if he has many mysterious injuries in the future if that's how he trains. Maybe he can get away with it at 18 years of age, but... Hurt to watch most of that.

Such variety of exercises is of course a good thing but I'd really get the form looked at, hopefully sooner rather than later.
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What is it exactly about his form that has you concerned?
 
ijuka said:
What's with this form? Wouldn't shock me if he has many mysterious injuries in the future if that's how he trains. Maybe he can get away with it at 18 years of age, but... Hurt to watch most of that.

Such variety of exercises is of course a good thing but I'd really get the form looked at, hopefully sooner rather than later.
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What? I’m not a fan of the Habs picking this guy 1OA but his workout looks incredible. That’s a guy who is lean, strong, and (clearly) 100% committed to being the best he can be. He looks great to me.
 
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I'm always concerned with ANYTHING that puts a huge strain on the back. Reaching out with heavy weights is a future back killer. Anywho...I'm sure he's working with trained pros so everything is in moderation.

As for his floor and ceiling...how about we see him on the ice with NHL pros before making any comments?
 
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HabsAddict said:
I'm always concerned with ANYTHING that puts a huge strain on the back. Reaching out with heavy weights is a future back killer. Anywho...I'm sure he's working with trained pros so everything is in moderation.

As for his floor and ceiling...how about we see him on the ice with NHL pros before making any comments?
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Fair enough but floor and ceiling will be discussed with a guy who went #1 and even mores as the Habs really did need a center so if Slaf isn't at least a star Hab fans will be disappointed.

for me I think he will be a good player but his ceiling will be determined by his hockey IQ and how much he can make up with his other attributes to overcome that.

The lack of a star center in Montreal also won't help his development either.
 
wetcoast said:
Fair enough but floor and ceiling will be discussed with a guy who went #1 and even mores as the Habs really did need a center so if Slaf isn't at least a star Hab fans will be disappointed.

for me I think he will be a good player but his ceiling will be determined by his hockey IQ and how much he can make up with his other attributes to overcome that.

The lack of a star center in Montreal also won't help his development either.
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Nick Suzuki might not currently be a 'star' per-say, but he certainly isn't going to hold anyone's development back.
 
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ijuka said:
What's with this form? Wouldn't shock me if he has many mysterious injuries in the future if that's how he trains. Maybe he can get away with it at 18 years of age, but... Hurt to watch most of that.

Such variety of exercises is of course a good thing but I'd really get the form looked at, hopefully sooner rather than later.
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It looks fine? Elite athletes don’t train like bodybuilders
 
Rob said:
What are the chances he goes back to Slovakia to continue his development?
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They want him in North America : AHL or NHL.

If not that, I am assuiming he would be back to the finnish league and if not that maybe Slovakia but there are little to no benefits of that.
 
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