Can anyone add some insight into Olesz?

[fullmetalninja]

As a hawk fan who is still reeling from not getting a top 2 pick....

I just want to know from anyone who has actually seen this kid play day in, day out-

What type of player is he?

I think Michalek(sp?) in San Jose looked pretty damn good... How does Olesz compare to him?

Is he a set up center(*shiver*) or is he a guy that can bury the puck?

Is he an NHL center, or will he be moved to the wing?

Is he so much better than a guy like Shremp, or A Radulov, or Ladd.... that it would be worth our while to stay at #3, or do we play the Cam Barker card to Columbus and a few others that will desperately want a big time dman? Trade down and add another asset?

Thanks for the help. Afterall, our logo in chicago should be this guy____

-fullmetalninja

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[leafaholix*]

I've seen him 3 times only... but I'd take him #3.

He's extremely skilled and is a strong player. Big kid too.

 

[Edge]

I like him better as a winger and if puts all the pieces together he could be a very dangerous forward with a great combination of size {and the willingness to use it} as well as skill.

 

[Croc]

I think he has a higher offensive ceiling than Michalek, i am a big fan of both however. I think he will be converted to wing and possibly score 30 goals a season. Hes big mean and has a great scoring touch, should be a great linemate for Ruutu down the road(if the hawks draft him).