Prospect Info: 58th Joni Ikonen
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Toligwen
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Never seen that actually.
The recent highlights since his return to play seem to point out the opposite though, praising his quickness (didn't see something about speed) and ability to break from opponent in control of the puck
The recent highlights since his return to play seem to point out the opposite though, praising his quickness (didn't see something about speed) and ability to break from opponent in control of the puck
He had a small growth spurt, so that might've helped. But from videos I've seen, he had some technical issues with his skating. He also had a below-average first 2-3 steps. His top speed is good, it's just getting there isn't. Well, it wasn't, I don't know about now.
montreal
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haven't seen him since last year and don't know when I'll get to see him again since liiga games this year are now very hard to get to see. Last year for an undersized player his skating and speed were average, some were really down on his skating and speed. He needs a lot of work physically, as of last year when I got to see him several times.
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Oh snap! Love when people talk about the future of a prospect in absolute, like they have some kind of gift!
admiralcadillac
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Oh snap! Love when people talk about the future of a prospect in absolute, like they have some kind of gift!
Every prospect will fail except for those that don't
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montreal
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I expected more from him last year and now this year is a write off for me so we'll see how next year goes. If he can show progress they have another year after that before they have to sign him. The skill is there, but with Ylonen doing well at a younger age, Suzuki I think he ends up on the wing, it won't be easy for him to crack the Habs down the road although it's impossible to guess what roster moves will be made over several years.
Brownies
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From what I’ve seen (not much but bear with me), it’s hard to tell if a guy like Ikonen will make it because, well, it’s pretty much on him. He has a lot of work to do and I’m surely not able to tell if he’ll work hard enough from my coach (I’m actually sitting in the stairs). Let’s just say it’s far from a sure thing (big IMO). He doesn’t skate and move like an NHLer, so far, but that can change.
Of the guys we just drafted, after looking at the vids I thought that only Kotka and Romanov (IMO again) were sure fire NHLer.
Of the guys we just drafted, after looking at the vids I thought that only Kotka and Romanov (IMO again) were sure fire NHLer.
Habs Halifax
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You would of likely said the same thing towards Lehkonen back when. We don't know and getting a injury missing half the season in his draft + 2 years of development set him back. Last season was nothing to brag about but he could very well be a middle 6 winger. We have to wait.
no clue how he's game went but he finished
1 assist, 50% in the circle, -2 and 15mins of play
he's now 3-1 for 4 pts in 6 game!
1 assist, 50% in the circle, -2 and 15mins of play
he's now 3-1 for 4 pts in 6 game!
De Montreal
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Look like he slowed down a bit, 5 points in 9 games, but still producing decently for a guy that missed what 8 months.
montreal
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I'm not surprised since some players when being out long term do well at first with the adrenaline boost but when that wears off they the grind gets to them. Since he had a big spike in TOI playing 22:22, he's mostly been around 15ish mins although the last 2 games he's been at 18:44 and 17:10. He's average is 17:00 per game and his ppg so far is double last years despite just 2 pts in the last 5 games.
For me this year is a write off, hopefully he can stay healthy and take a big step forward next year and the following.
His 5 goals this season have come against the same team, Mikkelin Jukurit.
Hopefully, he can show that he can spread his production among teams of different calibers.
Hopefully, he can show that he can spread his production among teams of different calibers.
No rush, he can do that next year. Kid's coming back from a serious injury.
MarkovsKnee
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8 pts in 11 games not bad for a potential bust. 
From what I've seen his skating looks fine, good change of direction and use of edges too. Has a terrific one timer.
He's getting minutes and is off to a good start. Maybe this year isn't a complete loss afterall.
From what I've seen his skating looks fine, good change of direction and use of edges too. Has a terrific one timer.
He's getting minutes and is off to a good start. Maybe this year isn't a complete loss afterall.
WeThreeKings
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Not necessarily a 'concern' as it isn't -bad-, but it isn't where it needs to be a for a player of his stature. Hopefully it comes with strength in the legs.
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Lmao @NotProkofievian . Not the first time this happened. Prospect Info: - Nick Suzuki Part II
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I feel like his skating looks better which would be hugely encouraging for me especially after coming off the injury he had. If he has the will to get faster he could be something. His shot is pretty evil.
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