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RW Jesse Puljujärvi - Karpat, FEL (2016 Draft)

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Will Pulju become the first Finnish prospect to have a 1000 post topic before being drafted?

Maybe Rajala or Granlund?
 
Another good game for Puljujärvi.

Also, I think that Sebastian Repo (b. 1996) has a good chance of getting drafted next summer. He has 5 goals and 3 assists in 12 games so far.
 
Here's 2 assists from his last 2 games



I like how he finally seems to be using that good skating to overtake opponents.
 
That Donkey Kong-ish reach that he uses to protect the puck (and accidentally slash the ref in the face when celebrating his "kick-in goal") is fun to watch. The argument for height being an advantage in hockey has been made. Combine that with incredible speed, stickhandling skill and a very sharp passing ability and you have yourself a contender for 1st overall :) He still needs to shift to higher gear in order to challenge Matthews, but right now the direction is a correct one. Always knew the kid had it in him, though, and things can change if he makes them change.
 
Teukka said:
That Donkey Kong-ish reach that he uses to protect the puck (and accidentally slash the ref in the face when celebrating his "kick-in goal") is fun to watch. The argument for height being an advantage in hockey has been made. Combine that with incredible speed, stickhandling skill and a very sharp passing ability and you have yourself a contender for 1st overall :) He still needs to shift to higher gear in order to challenge Matthews, but right now the direction is a correct one. Always knew the kid had it in him, though, and things can change if he makes them change.
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He just needs to start shooting more. 6 games this year with only one shot, that's simply not enough to score goals.
 
Faerun said:
At this development pace id say atleast 1-2 Years of AHL to learn north american game.
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"At least" is wrong there. He could even very well break in right away, if he has a good season and summer now. No way it's "at least". More like max 2 years of A, where 0-1 more likely.
 
NHL Dude 120 said:
Folks whats his ETA to play in the NHL
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If it were up to me, I'd give him one more year to develop his confidence and frame before bringing him into the NHL.

That being said, I said the same about Barkov too. I still think Barkov could have used another season, but he's not doing poorly.

I'm the type of guy that doesn't want their prospects to make the show until they're ready for the kind of role that reflects their potential. Puljujarvi could probably play in the NHL next year without looking out of place, but bottom 6 minutes and spot PP time scoring roughly 25-30 points isn't what I want out of him, so I'd rather he gets big minutes elsewhere.

I want my prospects coming into the NHL and making an impact, not just holding their own. I'm not sure Puljujarvi can be an impact player immediately next season.
 
Faerun said:
At this development pace id say atleast 1-2 Years of AHL to learn north american game.
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This is what happens when you have superhuman expectations on a player.(there are better examples like people saying he wont be a first rounder). he'll be sold short if he isn't performing on a God Tier level.

If Rantanen could make it to the NHL then why can't Puljujärvi? sure it depends on his team but still
 
He needs to gain much more strength if he wishes to play at NHL level a year from now. Gets knocked down way too easily.

To me seems like a prospect that shouldn't be rushed so at least one more year in AHL/Liiga before seriously pushing for a NHL job.
 
teravaineSAROS said:
This is what happens when you have superhuman expectations on a player.(there are better examples like people saying he wont be a first rounder). he'll be sold short if he isn't performing on a God Tier level.

If Rantanen could make it to the NHL then why can't Puljujärvi? sure it depends on his team but still
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Rantanen is further ahead physically than Puljujärvi.
 
I'm hoping the Sabres get some lottery luck this year. The thought of Puljujarvi playing alongside Eichel and Kane. .. I just want all the #9s.
 
Jussi said:
Rantanen is further ahead physically than Puljujärvi.
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I wouldn't rule out a summer of hard work in the gym to change that, but yeah it's pretty early to say. I'd kinda expect him to make the NHL next year though but we'll see.
 
Teukka said:
Guys that are both tall and fast have the disadvantage of not looking that fast until you compare their velocity to the opposing defenders' :laugh: Ridiculous stride. Ridiculous.
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i can't believe some journos are calling him slow!?! He's so fast and tall aswell.
 
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