Prospect Info: Kasper Bjorkqvist | Winger | Blues Jr. → Providence (HE) | 2nd round, 61st overall

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I like the comparison to Komarov. I don't care if he ever scores a bunch, but if he can be a gritty, physical ****-disturber, I'm all for it.

 

[Sidney the Kidney]

I like the comparison to Komarov. I don't care if he ever scores a bunch, but if he can be a gritty, physical ****-disturber, I'm all for it.

I'd rather he develop into another Ondrej Palat.

 

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I'd rather he develop into another Ondrej Palat.

Well, that'd be nice. Tempering expectations a bit.

 

[66-30-33]

If he turns into Komarov then I can't be disappointed.

 

[HandshakeLine]

He just doesn't meet our aesthetic.

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[Brandinho]

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No way, that dude has to be Russian. He looks exactly like Alex Semin with an extra chromosome.

 

[Honour Over Glory]

Man I hope he grows a beard to hide as much of his face as possible

 

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It's all good, guys. That Tyler Kennedy-Alex Semin hybrid isn't our guy.

 

[Zen Arcade]

Every time I scroll past that image I worry that he's going to stick his head out of my screen and start telling me about Linux.

 

[HandshakeLine]

Every time I scroll past that image I worry that he's going to stick his head out of my screen and start telling me about Linux.

He probably smells like spoiled milk.

 

[Sjoelbak]

Good to see we actually went from draft interviews to phrenology in order to assess prospects

 

[Shady Machine]

I'm just happy we have more cool names in the organization

 

[Jacob]

Interesting to hear Allvin say he expects Björkqvist to play a bigger role on Finlands WJC squad this year. He played mainly 4th line last year. Anybody expect him to be a top 6 option? Gotta figure Laine and Pulju are in the show next year.

Yep, and Rantanen and Kapanen are too old.

 

[Burgs]

Good to see we actually went from draft interviews to phrenology in order to assess prospects

Well I think it was the Pens who some years asked a prospect which family member he would leave behind if North Korea were to invade...

 

[Darth Vitale]

He's a heart and soul type player. Great in the locker room. I think he's got potential to be a Komarov type.

Everyone on this board should like that Komarov comparison

If that turns out to be an accurate comparison that is ****ing fantastic. Long way to go but You can never have too many of those guys to round out the skill guys.

 

[Freeptop]

The reports I've read say things like he's good at tipping in shots, he goes to the net, he's good in the corners, he's a bit of an agitator, and he skates well.

Is it just me, or does that sound an awful lot like a faster skating version of Hornqvist, to anyone else?

Even if he never scores as much as Hornqvist, just having another player in the system who plays a similar game is something I have a hard time complaining about.

 

[ncm7772]

The reports I've read say things like he's good at tipping in shots, he goes to the net, he's good in the corners, he's a bit of an agitator, and he skates well.

Is it just me, or does that sound an awful lot like a faster skating version of Hornqvist, to anyone else?

Even if he never scores as much as Hornqvist, just having another player in the system who plays a similar game is something I have a hard time complaining about.

Very good point. Like goalie depth, you can never have too many guys like this. Don't necessarily think this guy will make the team soon, but one area I think the Pens really do need to improve in, is having a physical, agitator type that can actually play hockey on the 4th line. I know, I know, they just won a Cup without one. But even Cup champs have areas to improve in.

 

[Doogle]

To me, he sounds like his upside is Chris Kunitz. Someone who doesn't have great hands or agility but skates downhill and can knock in second chance goals. I suppose he could also turn into Eric Tangradi. It wouldn't be the worst thing if we just drafted another Kuhnackl. I think his skill set is somewhere around what those guys have, but how good he is obviously remains to be seen.

I would guess that his chances of being a decent bottom six left wing are fairly good, but he could be that Kunitz or Hornqvist type if we're really lucky. I like the pick. He's a nice contrast to the skill set that Daniel Sprong offers.

 

[Peat]

The reports I've read say things like he's good at tipping in shots, he goes to the net, he's good in the corners, he's a bit of an agitator, and he skates well.

Is it just me, or does that sound an awful lot like a faster skating version of Hornqvist, to anyone else?

Even if he never scores as much as Hornqvist, just having another player in the system who plays a similar game is something I have a hard time complaining about.

I thought that too. A bigger version too.

 

[PensBandwagonerNo272*]

Seems like a great choice at that pick. Low risk high reward player. Taking the college route speaks to his character.

 

[Zero Pucks]

The big dreamer in me wants me to say he's Landeskog 2.0

 

[Burgs]

I'd be happy with Jarkko Ruuttu 2.0.

 

[The Greatest 101]

He's Jamie Benn 2.0.

 

[blazinblair]

I'll be watching a few Providence games this year.

 

[HandshakeLine]

I'd be happy with Jarkko Ruuttu 2.0.

I'd be happy with him turning into vresion 2.0 of ANY of the Ruuttus.