Prospect Info: LW Viktor Neuchev -- Taken 74th overall in 2022

[Fjordy]

His shot is so good he scored at Sabres camp today from there.

It was on Leinonen…but still.

It was not difficult to do, he can open portals like Doctor Strange.

 

[Reddawg]

It was not difficult to do, he can open portals like Doctor Strange.

And that's how his team nickname became SlingRing

 

[Dingo44]

 

[Ralonzo]

Jeez, looks like got beat up in a cartoon. I wonder how many lumps are under his hat.

 

[Chainshot]

Jeez, looks like got beat up in a cartoon. I wonder how many lumps are under his hat.

Pete Puma?

 

[old kummelweck]

Jeez, looks like got beat up in a cartoon. I wonder how many lumps are under his hat.

 

[DatDude44]

Kid's giving me kaprizov vibes.... cook him slowly. reap the benefits 4+ years from now

 

[Nikolajs Sillers]

At least he hit puberty

 

[Fjordy]

Stud

 

[Dingo44]

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[don22]

Kid's giving me kaprizov vibes.... cook him slowly. reap the benefits 4+ years from now

Is that how long his contract is with Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg? I don't necessarily like blanket philosophies. If his contract is up, and it's before four years from now, and he's ready for a step up, then sign him

 

[don22]

I just checked. His contract with Yekaterinburg ends on 4.30.2023, so at the end of next season. It will be interesting to see how his next season plays out. If he gets limited ice time, you might be able to convince him to go to the AHL instead of splitting time in the K and Vhl. If he performs well, he may sign another contract in the K. If he's ready bring him over next year with Ostlund in the AHL so they can soak up some valuable ice time in NA.

 

[Fjordy]

I just checked. His contract with Yekaterinburg ends on 4.30.2023, so at the end of next season. It will be interesting to see how his next season plays out. If he gets limited ice time, you might be able to convince him to go to the AHL instead of splitting time in the K and Vhl. If he performs well, he may sign another contract in the K. If he's ready bring him over next year with Ostlund in the AHL so they can soak up some valuable ice time in NA.

He can also re-sign contract at any time, so you never know.

 

[DatDude44]

Is that how long his contract is with Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg? I don't necessarily like blanket philosophies. If his contract is up, and it's before four years from now, and he's ready for a step up, then sign him

I just meant in terms of development. He’s not the type of player u rush. It’s not a blanket statement, just a literal statement based on how I see the player

 

[Jim Bob]

 

[Fjordy]

If he can get a foothold in the KHL this season, it will be great.

 

[Club]

Was nice while it lasted.

Here Lies Spongebob Tombstone

 

[Jim Bob]

 

[RhinoFan]

I saw someone mention a comparison to Brandon Hagel, "the one that got away", what do we think of that as a far too early player comp?

 

[DeletedUser539]

I saw someone mention a comparison to Brandon Hagel, "the one that got away", what do we think of that as a far too early player comp?

Not the worst

 

[Rastin]

I saw someone mention a comparison to Brandon Hagel, "the one that got away", what do we think of that as a far too early player comp?

I don't think it's a very good comparison. Hagel is a high energy, does all the little things right guy. Neuchev is a raw prospect with some elite traits. I'd say he's more like a Josh Ho-Sang / Bayden Point - type at time of drafting. Now we just have to hope his development goes well and he turns into a player to get excited about.

 

[Fjordy]

Probably more Kevin Fiala type than Hagel, the same can be said for Poltapov.

 

[SnuggaRUDE]

Hagel was a very different player. Especially in juniors.

 

[Zach716]

Probably more Kevin Fiala type than Hagel, the same can be said for Poltapov.

I really like that comparison. Still can’t believe how intrigued I am about a 3rd round prospect.

 

[Dingo44]

I really like that comparison. Still can’t believe how intrigued I am about a 3rd round prospect.

Russian factor. Maybe it really pays off for us that draft.