RW/LW Valentin Zykov (2013, 37th, LAK; 2016 trade, CAR; claimed by EDM; claimed by VGK)

[Mathletic]

And he scores a goal in his first NHL game!

ok, but he's a bust already

 

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[wings5]

Could the guy look anymore unhappy? lol

http://www.canescountry.com/2017/3/9/14876784/watch-valentin-zykov-scores-first-nhl-goal

 

[howkie]

Could the guy look anymore unhappy? lol

http://www.canescountry.com/2017/3/9/14876784/watch-valentin-zykov-scores-first-nhl-goal

Old school Soviet player, he knows he is great, don´t need to show it

 

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[seafoam]

So what does he project to become?

I remember him having a great rookie season in the Q, and then seemed to fall of a cliff as he was coming up through the ranks with LA.

 

[Roboturner913]

I'm seeing him as something like a premium 4th liner who can move up to the third if needed. His game reminded me a little bit of Victor Stalberg. Honestly, I'd be a little surprised if he doesn't make the Canes next year, he seems ready and they need size in the lineup.

 

[NotOpie]

I'm seeing him as something like a premium 4th liner who can move up to the third if needed. His game reminded me a little bit of Victor Stalberg. Honestly, I'd be a little surprised if he doesn't make the Canes next year, he seems ready and they need size in the lineup.

Robo - I think you're underselling him a bit. He's got one of the best, if not the best wrist shot on the Checkers. He plays a solidly physical game and skates much better that many originally thought. I think he projects as a middle six RW and between he and Lucas Wallmark probably have the best shots of any forwards on the Charlotte squad of graduating to the big club next season.

 

[Raccoon Jesus]

This is good to hear as it was kind of his projection in the first place--middle six winger who can play up if needed. Was always responsible, always took leadership roles at Kings camp, can bang and work in the corners--almost certain to be an NHLer, ultimate ceiling TBD.

 

[TheOllieC]

It's still funny to me that this guy weighs like the same as Hedman or Jordan Staal. He's like a tree trunk.

 

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Got 2G+2A last night Vs Marlies.

 

[Tryamkin]

He’s been lighting it up as of late, looking strong.

 

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Another goal for Zykov.

 

[Hulkacaniac]

I hope he gets called up, he plays a style the Canes could use

 

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[Hulkacaniac]

Call him up please

 

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