I really dont know how to feel about this prospect, I want to believe he turns into a regular but have my hesitations. I felt the same way about Lucas Lessio.
Current NHL comparison in your eyes?
Only time will tell. Right now though, I think he looks ready for the AHL and would fit right in with the play there. Unfortunately he isn’t eligible for AHL until next year. If he keeps up with how he plays his game, I could see him eventually being in the NHL.
As for a comparison, I’ll defer that to someone else as it isn’t a strong suit of mine. Someone asked if he’s like a Lucic. Again, comparing isn’t really my thing but he doesn’t have a frame like Lucic, is a decent skater, and is more offensive. He’s not a goon but he plays with an edge and isn’t afraid to go into the corners. When he’s in scrums, people are generally after him and he’s actively drawing penalties by enticing opponents. He tends to play on a bit of a fine line of getting penalized but he’s usually on the right side and draws a lot more than he takes.
I also think Jenik and Kaliyev are perfect for one another as line mates because of their level of talent. They’re both highly skilled players who can push each other, which helps with development. Both are very different players but they compliment each other very well.
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