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Confirmed with Link: Devils sign Yohann Auvitu

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Anyone got some info on this guy. Never heard of him before, and I am kind of wondering what his playing style is like
 

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Really wonder why NHL teams have been on such a shopping spree for prospects from non-traditional nations. The recently bought products include Andreas Martinsen, Pierre Edouard Bellemare, Ronald Kenins, Thomas Raffl, Borna Rendulic, at best Michael Raffl. What recent prospects from non-traditional countries signed to entry level contracts have actually gone on to become game changers? I'm not saying Auvitu won't go on to become a star but signing a kid fresh out of college isn't more expensive and it probably has a better chance to find accidental gold.
 

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RememberTheName said:
Anyone got some info on this guy. Never heard of him before, and I am kind of wondering what his playing style is like
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In few words :
He is a really smart player, with an excellent work ethic.
Always serious and focused on the ice. He makes almost no mistake in his play.
Could have a better shot, but can bring speed too.
Also really consistent.
 
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kabidjan18 said:
Really wonder why NHL teams have been on such a shopping spree for prospects from non-traditional nations. The recently bought products include Andreas Martinsen, Pierre Edouard Bellemare, Ronald Kenins, Thomas Raffl, Borna Rendulic, at best Michael Raffl. What recent prospects from non-traditional countries signed to entry level contracts have actually gone on to become game changers? I'm not saying Auvitu won't go on to become a star but signing a kid fresh out of college isn't more expensive and it probably has a better chance to find accidental gold.
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Because you're signing a veteran player (albeit from Euro leagues), not a college kid who doesn't know what professionalism is about.
Auvitu played the last 7 seasons in Finland elite league and played vs NHL players at the world championship since... well, can't remember. But a long time. He doesn't have a lot to learn (smaller ice, basically).
 

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Belizarius said:
Because you're signing a veteran player (albeit from Euro leagues), not a college kid who doesn't know what professionalism is about.
Auvitu played the last 7 seasons in Finland elite league and played vs NHL players at the world championship since... well, can't remember. But a long time. He doesn't have a lot to learn (smaller ice, basically).
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Yeah, but what if he never becomes more than like a floater between the AHL/NHL (unrealistic of course, but statistically the probability) but in a year when/if they renew the contract he's gonna cost more than the AHL/NHL kid who's younger with more potential and straight outta college/CHL. Idk, I guess it helps grow the game. Hopefully with Auvitu in the states more French people will start to pick up on hockey and the Devils.
 

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kabidjan18 said:
Really wonder why NHL teams have been on such a shopping spree for prospects from non-traditional nations. The recently bought products include Andreas Martinsen, Pierre Edouard Bellemare, Ronald Kenins, Thomas Raffl, Borna Rendulic, at best Michael Raffl. What recent prospects from non-traditional countries signed to entry level contracts have actually gone on to become game changers? I'm not saying Auvitu won't go on to become a star but signing a kid fresh out of college isn't more expensive and it probably has a better chance to find accidental gold.
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Players in traditional hockey countries often play non-stop hockey from even before they were teenagers. Players in non-traditional hockey countries may not have that kind of upbringing, and even if they do, they have a very limited pool of talent to play with or against - they may be excellent athletes who take longer to develop their game because they don't face that kind of competition.

I love bets on players like this.
 
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No risk signing. He doesnt make the team, he's more depth for Albany. He makes the team and its gravy. He's going to have a strong chance at the roster right out of the gate. I don't think this will wholly diminish our interest in another NHL D-Man via UFA, but it could lower the $ that a guy like Schlemko would potentially get from us.

There was apparently a bit of interest in this dude and we got him, so I'm looking forward to seeing what he can do.
 

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Triumph said:
Players in traditional hockey countries often play non-stop hockey from even before they were teenagers. Players in non-traditional hockey countries may not have that kind of upbringing, and even if they do, they have a very limited pool of talent to play with or against - they may be excellent athletes who take longer to develop their game because they don't face that kind of competition.

I love bets on players like this.
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True but what I was talking, historically the end result of when they come over isn't all that promising either.
 

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True but what I was talking, historically the end result of when they come over isn't all that promising either.
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You left off Mats Zuccarello.

Most bets on overage European pros are going to fail, whether they come from a non-traditional hockey country or not. The NHL is a really difficult league. It's still a no-risk signing.
 
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26 year old offensive defenseman named the Finnish leagues best defenseman from HIFK...where have I heard that before? :D

Would love a Rafalski Redux 17 years later!
 

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Triumph said:
You left off Mats Zuccarello.

Most bets on overage European pros are going to fail, whether they come from a non-traditional hockey country or not. The NHL is a really difficult league. It's still a no-risk signing.
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Not sure 7 off-seasons ago is the "recent" I specified in transactions-speak.

Fair enough, it's not Auvitu it's just the general trend I'm noticing that I'm not very confident will pay dividends. I watched him in the WC and he was probably one of the best players on the team. He moves the puck fairly well, got 3 assists I think.
 

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kabidjan18 said:
Really wonder why NHL teams have been on such a shopping spree for prospects from non-traditional nations. The recently bought products include Andreas Martinsen, Pierre Edouard Bellemare, Ronald Kenins, Thomas Raffl, Borna Rendulic, at best Michael Raffl. What recent prospects from non-traditional countries signed to entry level contracts have actually gone on to become game changers? I'm not saying Auvitu won't go on to become a star but signing a kid fresh out of college isn't more expensive and it probably has a better chance to find accidental gold.
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A 26 year old reigning Pekka Rautakallio Award winner. Worked out well last time we signed one.
 

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kabidjan18 said:
True but what I was talking, historically the end result of when they come over isn't all that promising either.
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Jari Viuhkola immediately jumps to mind.

Quick stat check:


Season Team Lge GP G A Pts PIM +/- GP G A Pts PIM
Rafalski
1998-99 HIFK Helsinki SM-liiga 53 19 34 53 18 38 11 5 9 14 4

Yohann Auvitu
2015-16 HIFK Helsinki SM-liiga 48 6 15 21 6 22 18 6 7 13 14
 
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