tigervixxxen
Optimism=Delusional
They traded for him and Sakic said he’s starting as the 4C. Guys who have NHL experience in other orgs always get a long look.If Ranta is ahead of Malstev, why is Malstev penciled in as a 4th line player and Ranta a callup? Shiny new toy syndrome?
I found an interview in Russian from Maltsev, he says he prefers center and likes to PK. Avs always take experienced guys and have them PK regardless if they have experience PKing before or not, so I’d pencil him in there.
Maltsev also said he was surprised by the trade but not surprised it was Colorado as he knew the Avs contacted his agent earlier this year. He also said he’s really good friends with Alexi Gusarov’s son...who happens to be an Avs scout. So yeah...
The only real question is how long is the leash. As a waiver exempt guy they can send him down with ease so he’s easier to cut bait with than some others.