Can't wait to see the kid play his first game but expect many Gardiner type gaffs, head scratchers and growing pains.
I think Lilly has a high ceiling and has all the tools to become a mid pair two-way defender. Right now, he's his own worst enemy and needs to simplify his game, quit trying to make the pretty plays or passes and just focus on cleaning up the mistakes.
I don't know why so many don't think he's got offensive capabilities. He's an underrated passer/player-maker and has a pretty hard/accurate shot. The points will come, especially playing with our high-octane offense.
Really his only weaknesses are his decision making and strength but at least he's willing to throw a hit and be physical when he needs to be. He's still so young and has great potential.
So if he makes the team this year, you're basically going to see a more physical version of a young Gardiner with a bit less offensive flash only because Gardiner could look like Niedermayer out there at times but could never sustain it.
Ceci, Barrie and Lilly as your right side is pretty damn bad defensively though..Possibly worst in the league in their own zone, so have fun Freddy..
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