Prospect Info: 2020 Draft - 1st Pick: Dylan Holloway | SIGNED! ELC Starts 2021-2022 Season | Signs ATO With Bako!

[McJadeddog]

I think he'll be an NHL player, question is if he can help out the top 6 or if he is a utility bottom 6 dude.

I don't really think there is a question about that is there? Unless he is playing "the Kassian role" on one of the top 2 lines, he just doesn't have the innate skill for top-6 duty. Kassian actually looks to have the superior hands, by quite a bit in fact.

 

[MessierII]

I don't really think there is a question about that is there? Unless he is playing "the Kassian role" on one of the top 2 lines, he just doesn't have the innate skill for top-6 duty. Kassian actually looks to have the superior hands, by quite a bit in fact.

He has a nice shot though. I think he can easily be a 3rd wheel. Depends where our team is at whether that’s preferable or is he a 3C? Either one is a great add.

 

[Llamamoto]

Talking about the recent weekend series between MN and WI, keep in mind that not only was it played on a large ice surface, but the camera positions were terrible...very high up, i am guessing due to Covid. The result was that all the play looked slower than usual.

I though Holloway looked like a dominant athlete out there, but not necessarily a dominant hockey player. He is fast...not blindingly fast, but fast. Also more powerful than most college players. He reminds me of a faster, stronger, Luke Kunin. Maybe not as smart.

I see no evidence of an above average passing ability, or hands. Willing "mucker".

Those are definitely the weakest points of his game. I see a 40-50 point complimentary winger that can support a line defensively/physically and finish plays. Hands can be improved, and that'll have an impact on what his ceiling will be.

 

[57special]

The worry is that he something like Bellows, who was a "beast' at lower levels, but can't seem to translate those skills to the NHL. Bellows had a better shot and scoring ability, but couldn't skate like Holloway.

A 40-50 point complimentary winger with good two way play would be a really good outcome.

 

[ujju2]

I don't really think there is a question about that is there? Unless he is playing "the Kassian role" on one of the top 2 lines, he just doesn't have the innate skill for top-6 duty. Kassian actually looks to have the superior hands, by quite a bit in fact.

Holloway has a hell of a shot though, which means he could definitely be a top 6 player if his development goes well.

 

[McTonyBrar]

The worry is that he something like Bellows, who was a "beast' at lower levels, but can't seem to translate those skills to the NHL. Bellows had a better shot and scoring ability, but couldn't skate like Holloway.

A 40-50 point complimentary winger with good two way play would be a really good outcome.

Brian Bellows? Hell yes

Also, Kieffer had 22 goals last season in the AHL

 

[LTIR]

Holloway has a hell of a shot though, which means he could definitely be a top 6 player if his development goes well.

Hopefully he goes at a PPG pace this season. I would call it a successful season.

 

[LTIR]

Savoie and Tullio have higher offensive potential but Holloway will be a career NHLer and is a much safer bet. We don't really need him to be carrying a top 2 line so his game is exactly what McDrai would need to compliment their skill.

 

[Soli]

Two primary PP assists for Holloway through 1 period of play.

Assist #2

 

[snipes]

Two primary PP assists for Holloway through 1 period of play.

Assist #2

Nice feed by Holloway.

Savoie plays soon.

 

[Soli]

Is he playing centre on Wisconsin?

He's the 2nd line center, and on the 1st PP unit.

 

[LTIR]

No Benson?

 

[North]

Looks like Holloway is playing well.

 

[Senor Catface]

So that brings him up back up to a PPG?

7 points in 7 games is a strong start.

 

[nabob]

Looks like Holloway is playing well.

I still think he’s going to be Connor’s winger who takes faceoffs.

 

[McJadeddog]

Looks like Holloway is playing well.

Yeah that is a pretty solid game for that level. 2 goals through 7 GP kinda shows his scoring limitations though as well.

 

[CupofOil]

Yeah that is a pretty solid game for that level. 2 goals through 7 GP kinda shows his scoring limitations though as well.

And it's a lot of PP assists too which count of course but the even strength production is paltry. I don't think he has an even strength point since his return from the WJC.

I'm a big fan of Holloway's game but his offensive production has really dried up (WJC and college) after those 2 college games to start the season. Only 1 goal since then and it was a goal that just bounced off his body. I'd like to see him pick it up offensively at even strength to be confident that he has top 6 upside.

 

[nabob]

Yeah that is a pretty solid game for that level. 2 goals through 7 GP kinda shows his scoring limitations though as well.

Two goals through 7 games spread out over three months does really have enough to show anything...

 

[McJadeddog]

And it's a lot of PP assists too which count of course but the even strength production is paltry. I don't think he has an even strength point since his return from the WJC.

I'm a big fan of Holloway's game but his offensive production has really dried up (WJC and college) after those 2 college games to start the season. Only 1 goal since then and it was a goal that just bounced off his body. I'd like to see him pick it up offensively at even strength to be confident that he has top 6 upside.

He doesn't, there, I solved it for you, lol. That is fine as well, not every player does, and he doesn't need that offensive ability to be useful in a top-6 role with the Oilers either. To be honest, I think he'd likely do very well as a winger for 97. He crashes, bangs, provides offensive forecheck pressure, comes back into the Dzone hard. All of those are things that would be very welcome on McD's line, its basically the role Kassian is playing right now (more or less).

 

[snipes]

Looks like Holloway is playing well.

Damn, so we 24/29 on faceoffs?

I know he’s good on the draws but holy shit that’s impressive.

 

[snipes]

He doesn't, there, I solved it for you, lol. That is fine as well, not every player does, and he doesn't need that offensive ability to be useful in a top-6 role with the Oilers either. To be honest, I think he'd likely do very well as a winger for 97. He crashes, bangs, provides offensive forecheck pressure, comes back into the Dzone hard. All of those are things that would be very welcome on McD's line, its basically the role Kassian is playing right now (more or less).

I agree he’d be an ideal winger for the type of player McDavid usually plays well with. His defensive IQ and compete level are excellent and he does a lot right away from the puck. Adding into the fact that he’s trending to being an outstanding faceoff guy helps even more as he can do some heavy lifting on draws and defensive plays for McDavid.

 

[Digitalbooya]

Just scored on a breakaway against Penn St

 

[Soli]

 

[North]

And it's a lot of PP assists too which count of course but the even strength production is paltry. I don't think he has an even strength point since his return from the WJC.

I'm a big fan of Holloway's game but his offensive production has really dried up (WJC and college) after those 2 college games to start the season. Only 1 goal since then and it was a goal that just bounced off his body. I'd like to see him pick it up offensively at even strength to be confident that he has top 6 upside.

He must have heard you.

 

[Soli]

Cole Caufield and Holloway now on a line.