Uhm. Pedigree??
It's not up to Bedard to prove he's on the same level here... how about we let Michkov get a point in the NHL first? Lmao.
RW Matvei Michkov (2023, 7th, PHI) Part 4
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It's not up to Bedard to prove he's on the same level here... how about we let Michkov get a point in the NHL first? Lmao.
skagittarius
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I'm looking forward to seeing him when he visits FL. Love his game but one thing I noticed against NHL competition is his straight line speed seems below average. I know that wasn't a strength but I didn't expect him to look a step behind the play as much as he has on breakouts. That was one of the first things that concerned me about Nolan Patrick's game. I think that may limit his game somewhat more than I expected, but he's going to be a monster on the power play and offensive zone starts.
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If Russia plays the 2023 WJHC this is a totally different conversation
“Pedigree” is not a good argument at all, there is no ability based reason Michkov should have gone below 2nd overall
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And what will your argument be when Michkov does the same this year? Draft pedigree?
Sorry but what?..
I'm genuinely confused by the wording of your post.
Anyhow IF he manages to be PPG, and that's a huge if, then you can say he's not far off depending on Bedard's current season's outcome.
This is exactly why he's overrated and it's based on wild projections.
It's hilarious to see.
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Sombastate
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Was at the game, and he was clearly the best player on the ice during stretches. Looked dangerous quite regularly. A few chances his teammates didn’t finish but also a few chances he didn’t do himself any favors with
It’s clear the people who watch the game and the people who just want to be right or prove that he somehow isn’t a fantastic looking 19 year old
It’s clear the people who watch the game and the people who just want to be right or prove that he somehow isn’t a fantastic looking 19 year old
So he’s fantastic at the passing that actually generates goals. Got it
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Generates certainly types of goals, yes. He's a very productive player. Really quite excellent at hockey imo
Vinh
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Switching his center from Couturier to Frost about halfway through the game made a world of difference. All of a sudden, he was getting touches, linking up with linemates in the NZ and generating opportunities. He needs a C who can push the pace and apply pressure on defenses in order to let him cook. His puck skills and IQ are undeniable, but his lack of speed is only highlighted next to a lumbering center like Couturier.
Granted, this is a small sample, but scoring chances at 5-on-5 were 3-2 with Frost and 0-4 with Coots. Hopefully, Torts makes the adjustment.
Granted, this is a small sample, but scoring chances at 5-on-5 were 3-2 with Frost and 0-4 with Coots. Hopefully, Torts makes the adjustment.
Yeah this kid won't last here. He looked terrible in his first game. I can see why he didnt go top five. I f***ing knew he was getting overrated because he's Russian . Again production in the KHL/MHL means nothing .
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I don’t understand why Torts decided to switch him to left wing….why not make a decision like that when he has some games under him.
All in all, he flashed a bunch this game. I’m excited to see how he progresses through the year.
All in all, he flashed a bunch this game. I’m excited to see how he progresses through the year.
EdmFlyersfan
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The Good
Showed flashes of creativity and being able to maneuver in tight spaces to create offense
Drew 2 penalties
Solid defensive plays (especially on Hughes)
The Bad
Looked extra slow in the first 2 periods, looked slightly better in the 3rd
Fumbled the puck a couple of times (was clearly nervous)
Penalty shot was weak
The Ugly (Tortorella)
Starting him off on LW made no sense
Starting him with Couturier over Frost made no sense
The kid needs time to adjust to the NHL, and he is not going to be a point-per-game in his first NHL season. Let him play his game, and hope he can hit 55 points and build on that along with working on skating (maybe Jett can offer 10% of his speed to Mich
)
On a side note, Jett looked good for his first game vs men other than blown coverage and admiring his pass where he got clocked (lesson learned...hopefully).
Showed flashes of creativity and being able to maneuver in tight spaces to create offense
Drew 2 penalties
Solid defensive plays (especially on Hughes)
The Bad
Looked extra slow in the first 2 periods, looked slightly better in the 3rd
Fumbled the puck a couple of times (was clearly nervous)
Penalty shot was weak
The Ugly (Tortorella)
Starting him off on LW made no sense
Starting him with Couturier over Frost made no sense
The kid needs time to adjust to the NHL, and he is not going to be a point-per-game in his first NHL season. Let him play his game, and hope he can hit 55 points and build on that along with working on skating (maybe Jett can offer 10% of his speed to Mich
)On a side note, Jett looked good for his first game vs men other than blown coverage and admiring his pass where he got clocked (lesson learned...hopefully).
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HeadLiceHatty
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Bedard was held scoreless in his first game in his second year? Lmao, see what I did there?
I think he will end up with about 4 points in first 10 games and the trolls will take their victory laps.
Then he will start heating up and the trolls will come up with excuses.
It’s funny how some people expose themselves. “He’s small and can’t skate fast in a straight line. How can he be good?” Low hockey IQ fans.
Then he will start heating up and the trolls will come up with excuses.
It’s funny how some people expose themselves. “He’s small and can’t skate fast in a straight line. How can he be good?” Low hockey IQ fans.
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I think this is a good recap of his first game. I wouldn't be anything close to 100% sure, however, that he won't average a point per game. Kid's a serious talent and is 19 months older than rookie Bedard was when he averaged .9 per game on a very low-scoring team.The Good
Showed flashes of creativity and being able to maneuver in tight spaces to create offense
Drew 2 penalties
Solid defensive plays (especially on Hughes)
The Bad
Looked extra slow in the first 2 periods, looked slightly better in the 3rd
Fumbled the puck a couple of times (was clearly nervous)
Penalty shot was weak
The Ugly (Tortorella)
Starting him off on LW made no sense
Starting him with Couturier over Frost made no sense
The kid needs time to adjust to the NHL, and he is not going to be a point-per-game in his first NHL season. Let him play his game, and hope he can hit 55 points and build on that along with working on skating (maybe Jett can offer 10% of his speed to Mich
On a side note, Jett looked good for his first game vs men other than blown coverage and admiring his pass where he got clocked (lesson learned...hopefully).
HeadLiceHatty
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Bedards usage and way he's allowed to play is completely different as well, guy was what almost -50 are we going to ignore that? There's a ton of variables at play here. That being said, Michkov has played 1 NHL game let's watch a bigger sample size.
