F Martin Necas - HC Kometa Brno, CZE JRS (2017, 12th, CAR)

[Kipper933]

I was watching live, the crowd went crazy, a lot of Czech fans in Denmark. Both videos also really showcase his speed. In the 2nd clip, he was too fast for his own good.

 

[Wooren]

I think Necas is done in this tournament, unfortunately. Hopefully it doesn't turn out to be a serious injury.

 

[LeonTheKing]

I think Necas is done in this tournament, unfortunately. Hopefully it doesn't turn out to be a serious injury.

After game Jiri Kalous (Asst. Coach of the Czech nation team) said that Necas looked just fine right after the game and it shouldn't be something serious. I hope he was right!

 

[FaulkYouAho]

I think Necas is done in this tournament, unfortunately. Hopefully it doesn't turn out to be a serious injury.

from what ive heard its only 1 game he is going to be out unless he has a concussion.

 

[that is unfortunate]

Looks really solid out there, had a rough game against Russia but other than that he's played a good mature game, most excited I've been for a Czech prospect since Pastrnak and most importantly, he's 100% a center which we desperately need.

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

Exciting, Speed, skill and a center. Just what the Canes need also.

 

[lilmaxo]

Is he going to make the team this season ?

 

[ookhaab]

Is he going to make the team this season ?

That is the expectation, at worst he first goes to AHL to get some games.

He definitely looks talented enough to make NHL

 

[WhiteTrashAmerican]

Two articles today about Mr. Storm...

Necas Looking to Make an Impact

Necas: From Mini-me to Maxi-me

The second one is the better read if choosing only one.

Reposting in this thread...I am just as excited for this kid as Svechnikov. I think he is going to surprise people this year. Aho-Necas-Svech powerplay unit one day please! Seems like he has a great atittude and work ethic combined with some height, speed, and creativity

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

Is he going to make the team this season ?

Very likely yes.

 

[ookhaab]

Reposting in this thread...I am just as excited for this kid as Svechnikov. I think he is going to surprise people this year. Aho-Necas-Svech powerplay unit one day please! Seems like he has a great atittude and work ethic combined with some height, speed, and creativity

PP formation: Umberella
Net front precense: Staal/Zykov/Ferland
Svechnikov - Necas - Aho
PP QB: Hamilton
Reaction: NUT

 

[emptyNedder]

PP formation: Umberella
Net front precense: Staal/Zykov/Ferland
Svechnikov - Necas - Aho
PP QB: Hamilton
Reaction: NUT

I would hope for this year the two PP units are:

Aho-Teravainen-Svechnikov-Staal-Hamilton. Staal will need to be on the unit for the face-off. As much as I like Necas, no reason to break up Aho and TT. This first unit should be great at moving the puck.

Necas-Zykov-Williams-Skinner-?. If Skinner is not around maybe McGinn.

To the point of this thread--Necas will be able to use his speed and stick handling, though the second unit will be more of a wrecking ball unit with Zykov, Williams, and maybe McGinn.

 

[Rexor]

I believe Nečas is going to be a tremendous PP player down the road. He can already do everything pretty well - carry the puck into the zone, move it around, stay calm under pressure and he's got a terrific one-timer. At the WC this May, he was able to join very quickly the first PP with Krejčí and Pastrňák, and was looking like he belonged from the first shift.

 

[Bologna 1]

Kids a stud. Game reminds me of Kyle Turris. But could see him turning out better.

 

[garnetpalmetto]

He scored his first NHL goal tonight against Tampa Bay.

 

[howkie]

Finally, he was robbed like 2 or 3 times against Jets, so maybe the floodgate opens?

 

[Colt.45Orr]

He's had some bad luck so far picking up points --they should come more frequently here soon.

 

[tarheelhockey]

There has been a lively discussion on the Canes board about whether he should be in the NHL or the AHL this season. He's got the speed and puck skill, but has been a struggling with the NHL pace of play so far. Lots of turnovers and defensive miscues, and to the extent that he uses his speed he tends to race himself out of options.

Doubtful that the team actually sends him down, especially with Rask injured long term, but it's an interesting conversation about what's best for a young star who doesn't find immediate success.

 

[SoundAndFury]

I would send him down after Rask comes back. No point in skipping steps. He never really dominated AHL-level competition, he was pretty good at the Czech league but not above it. So I would send him to the AHL until he really outgrows it, dominating in the WJC did wonders to his season last year, why not try it again. Charlotte also seems to be a good team this year with good partners and fun winning environment.

 

[tarheelhockey]

Necas has been sent down to Charlotte. Not clear on the timeline, but he mentioned playing 5 games in 9 days so we're probably talking a couple of weeks to start, and then evaluating from there.

He'll play on a line with Andrew Poturalski and Janne Kuokkanen, who are both red-hot to start the season.

Martin Necas Ready To Learn From AHL Stint - Charlotte Checkers Hockey - gocheckers.com

 

[that is unfortunate]

I'm glad he got sent down, let him get used to the NA game with 1st line minutes in the AHL rather than playing 4th line minutes, the Checkers seem like a great organisation so he's gonna be in a good spot.

 

[CzechFanMartin]

So, How is he doing in the AHL?

 

[ookhaab]

So, How is he doing in the AHL?

He has played 1 game, no points.

 

[that is unfortunate]

He has played 1 game, no points.

4 games no points, honestly surprised, he will find his game but I didn't expect him to start pointless for 4 straight.

 

[ookhaab]

4 games no points, honestly surprised, he will find his game but I didn't expect him to start pointless for 4 straight.

Damn didnt even realise, that is really weird.