Prospect Info: Charles Hudon (Recalled)

[Fifthgear]

Maybe it´s to early to think this but i was looking at Charles Hudon stats and they are quite impressive as a rookie in the AHL. He has 6 goals 12 assists for 18 points in 18 games played with an 11 +/-. Both are centerman and both are pretty much good defensively, Hudon seems to be gifted also offensively and seems to adjust fast at any challenge he´s given and Both have the same height. Hudon has been converted to center i think during the pre-season and since has been a center. Do we have here a Tomas Plekanec 2.0 with more features? To be honest, i really think he will be and even better.

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[Lesglorieux]

Thats a very bold comparison thus far haha

 

[Scintillating10]

Hudon in his first pro season has more offense than Ghetto or Thomas, both older but still projected NHL players. Hudon obviously has exceptional trait in some area to be able to do this. Likely, a Ray Ferraro type, he naturally knows where to be on ice to create offense. So, it looks real good for him.

Plekanec played 3 full seasons in Hamilton before he was able to make the jump to NHL. I haven't seen any Hamilton games this season, going by stats Hudon may be able to make the jump this spring. Could be a good addition for the playoffs. Something Serge Savard employed, bring up top prospect late in season in hopes they add for playoffs. He was able to do fairly sucessful many playoff years, in rookies like Lemieux, Chelios, Brunet or Desjardins.

 

[MasterDecoy]

wasnt he chosen for team canada (wjc) because of his defensive abilities?

comparison doesn't seem that far fetched to be honest. only hope he's as durable

 

[Fifthgear]

wasnt he chosen for team canada (wjc) because of his defensive abilities?

comparison doesn't seem that far fetched to be honest. only hope he's as durable

I agree, durable is his weekness i think, lets hope he proves us wrong ....

 

[Canadiens93]

I understand its a longshot but I love where the OP is going with this. We should be estatic that Hudon at his age is playing such a great 2 way game according to the people that have seen him play for Hamilton this year. I don't think its farfetched to believe he'll become the next Tomas Plekanec, but its in due time. Let him grow and mature for a while in the minors. Even if we have a roster spot call up the experienced players that can play minimal minutes. Skill wise he's good enough to play in the NHL but why force it. Let him see a couple games throughout the year to feel the pace and make him a black ace. Having him next year as an impact player on the first year of his ELC is going to be huge.

 

[AllanMTL46]

Nope.

 

[Richiebottles]

One of our blue chip prospect amongst many now !

 

[waffledave]

I always liked this guy. In fact, I think I predicted he would have a breakout year and start turning heads if he could stay healthy. The guy is gritty and skilled, and he just makes things happen every time he's on the ice.

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Ha!

 

[Jeffrey]

Plekanec is a better skater tough...

 

[MasterD]

He's been highly touted, played the WJC, has had success everywhere... but the few times I saw him play I just didn't see him. Maybe as a 3rd liner with great defense, but didn't see more.

Really wish I'm wrong.

 

[TofoEmptyNt]

How does Hudon look in a turtleneck?

 

[Rock On]

His ceiling is probably near Plekanec but I could live with him being an average second line center playing on the third line

 

[MTL-rules]

The next Sergei Kostitsyn with better attitude ???

 

[jpchabby]

How does Hudon look in a turtleneck?

This is the real question.

Seriously though, I didn't realize he's a PPG in the AHL right now... Pretty impressive indeed.

 

[rockjngo]

I say no. Hudon looks more like a Cammalleri lite

 

[sharks9]

Do we see him as a center or winger long-term? Because I think Pleks will still be around by the time he gets called up, he might need to spend a couple years on the wing.

 

[Smokey Thompson]

I say no. Hudon looks more like a Cammalleri lite

He's nothing like Cammalleri lol.

I tend to agree with the OP in that Hudon will be an impact 2 way forward in the NHL. I understand the comparison to Plek, but they are different players. Plek's skating and athleticism is on another level, but Hudson's hockey sense and vision may trump Pleks. He may be more skilled too.

Either way barring injury this kid will be an important player for the Habs for a long time.

 

[Tyson]

Plekanec is a better skater tough...

If Hudon can improve his skating he will be an NHLer. That's the key

 

[ak90210]

He plays a lot like Sergei Kostitsyn.

 

[ProspectsSTC]

I see Andrighetto as very very similar to Cammalleri, agree with the Plekanec comparison for Hudon.

 

[Michelangelo]

What if Charles Hudon was the first Charles Hudon?

 

[WeThreeKings]

What if Charles Hudon was the first Charles Hudon?

History will be made.

 

[Deebs]

He plays a lot like Sergei Kostitsyn.

Well that sucks....trade'em, lol



Kidding aside, it's nice to see him doing well in the A.

 

[Habsfan2731]

Saw him in the game vs the Marlies last Sunday, he was everywhere, played well defensively, 3 points I believe, plays the point on what was the first PP wave, smart player.