nyrcup94
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Hey everyone. I was wondering what everyone thinks of the future of Tucker Poolman. He seems to be having a really nice year with UND, putting up 12 points in 15 game thus far. What is everyone's opinion of his future?
Future Buff.
While possible, I'm doubtful.
PCS never has had players like him over 10% shot of making the NHL, let a lone be as dominant as Byfuglien - a bonafide top 20 d-man IMO.
Maybe like a 3rd pair version of Buff.
If he can play like a smarter Postma, I'll take that on my 3rd pairing. Good on Poolman to look at completing another year of school. That ****'s important, and he realises the long shot had has at making the show.
I like the way he moves the puck too. Im really curious to see him transition to the pro game next year with the Moose.Late bloomer.
Very good skater.
Good size.
If he has enough smarts and puck skills I think he has a chance to be a good bottom pairing D.
While possible, I'm doubtful.
PCS never has had players like him over 10% shot of making the NHL, let a lone be as dominant as Byfuglien - a bonafide top 20 d-man IMO.
Maybe like a 3rd pair version of Buff.
I'm optimistic that that PCS may underrate his chances somewhat, given his somewhat unique path in hockey thus far. Don't forget that his primary sport was football until just a few years ago. There is mounting evidence that multi-sport athletes will reach higher heights in their chosen sport, once they commit, than those who focused exclusively on one sport from a young age, as many hockey players do.
He is by no means a guarantee, but I would place his chances at better than the 10% you've quoted, on that basis alone.
Of course, given Chevy's challenges in assessing NHL talent, his odds may also be quite a bit lless
I'm optimistic that that PCS may underrate his chances somewhat, given his somewhat unique path in hockey thus far. Don't forget that his primary sport was football until just a few years ago. There is mounting evidence that multi-sport athletes will reach higher heights in their chosen sport, once they commit, than those who focused exclusively on one sport from a young age, as many hockey players do.
He is by no means a guarantee, but I would place his chances at better than the 10% you've quoted, on that basis alone.
Of course, given Chevy's challenges in assessing NHL talent, his odds may also be quite a bit lless
Future Buff.
No I dont think so. I've watched him a few times on tv. He does play a similar game, but he doesn't take them over even though he's playing against younger competition. The upside just isn't there. His upside is closer to Paul Postma than buff.
Would you trade Poolman for a 3rd rounder in this year's draft? Is his potential higher than what could be drafted in the 3rd round?
Interesting... so while he's got perfectly good reasons to stay and play there next season it also means the possibility of us getting Jimmy Vesey'd at the end of the year. With a top 4 like Buff-Toby-Trouba-Myers and Morrissey knocking on the door maybe he doesn't see room for himself here in the future? Have to also consider he'd probably start in the AHL regardless and that the team who bids the highest would likely have high expectations (or a need) of him in their future plans.
*Mark Wheeler'd
I'm speculating but as someone with brothers.. The desire to play with a family member, especially in his situation (probably playing ECHL/AHL at best) would be a pretty good draw to stick out 1 more year as a elite #1 on a team pushing for a championship.