Prospect Info: Alexander Romanov (2018, 38th OA) - KHL, CSKA Moscow: Part III

[montreal]

Is it good?, ok? Or bad??

an 18 year old getting consistent playing time instead of the 12 mins one night to 4 mins the next, it's a very good sign.

 

[Montreal Impact FC]

guys is romanov wjc elligible next year? I would think so.. but not sure. that will be something to see. the guy is a keeper. cant wait to see if still has untapped potential.

 

[Rockomax]

guys is romanov wjc elligible next year? I would think so.. but not sure. that will be something to see. the guy is a keeper. cant wait to see if still has untapped potential.

WJC is a U20 tournament. Romanov is eligible next year.

 

[DesmondDekker]

guys is romanov wjc elligible next year? I would think so.. but not sure. that will be something to see. the guy is a keeper. cant wait to see if still has untapped potential.

Yes he is. Should be one of the top players for Russia once more.

 

[montreal]

guys is romanov wjc elligible next year? I would think so.. but not sure. that will be something to see. the guy is a keeper. cant wait to see if still has untapped potential.

In order to play in the WJC's, you have to be under 20 by Jan 1st. So if you turn 20 on Jan 1st, you can play in the WJC's, if you turn 20 on Dec 31st, you can not play at the WJC's.

 

[Dannyhab]

When this guy was picked people were scratching their heads because he was a nobody. How is it that MB knew he might be good? Does anyone find this situation to be a bit odd? I'm not complaining but it's just weird we took a flyer on a nobody and now hes a superstar.

 

[Intangir]

When this guy was picked people were scratching their heads because he was a nobody. How is it that MB knew he might be good? Does anyone find this situation to be a bit odd? I'm not complaining but it's just weird we took a flyer on a nobody and now hes a superstar.

We didn't take a flyer on someone we knew nothing about. Our scouting department held something similar to a scouting combine and skill exhibition over in Europe, inviting prospects they were intrigued about but were less well-known, prospects who played for leagues that receive less coverage like Romanov.

After the little combine we held in Europe, our scouting staff noticed Romanov, saw his potential, and simply drafted him in the second round because they thought he was gonna be a really good player, which he will.

Suffice to say it was money extremely well-spent by our owner and props should be given to him for agreeing with it and to our scouting staff for their foresight and insight.

 

[HOPE]

When this guy was picked people were scratching their heads because he was a nobody. How is it that MB knew he might be good? Does anyone find this situation to be a bit odd? I'm not complaining but it's just weird we took a flyer on a nobody and now hes a superstar.

First off Marc bergevin has nothing to do with prospect scouting, he’ll only agree on the final decision because he obviously has too. Second, the post above me explains it pretty well. It was indeed frustrating to draft a player this early when theres no footage available from him! Turned out realy good even if i wanted akil thomas pretty bad!

 

[dackelljuneaubulis02]

I'm a fan and I never preach caution but I still think some are overrating him.

I think top pairing and 30 ish points is the ceiling. Now to me that would be flipping fantastic.

I don't know if I see a #1 there or anything more than 40 pts consistently. Still a future Weber partner (I'm a Mete fan and I don't honestly know who will be better) who can move the puck well with not a lot of razzle dazzle but can get the job done would be amazing.

I personally don't see the puck skills and/or creativity to be a #1. I guess he could be a Weber like #1. He's got a big shot and is strong as hell so I guess there's an outside chance at that but I'd be floored if he could even get 10+ goals a year let along 15-20.

I'm the last one to launch a hate parade on any of our prospects but I think some are getting a little a head of themselves. Still doesn't change that we have a really really good prospect on our hands. And from what I saw at the WJCs he seemed equally good on both sides (I'm no D man expert so correct me if I'm wrong) which is amazing for us.

The production now is gravy to me. He could've gone pointless in the KHL and I'd still be pretty high on him. If he can close out the year strong production wise than I may have to revisit my stance on him. I'm open minded but I don't know why many are so certain he's like a Markov/Subban replacement.

 

[Habs Halifax]

WJC is a U20 tournament. Romanov is eligible next year.

Never thought about the idea of Romanov playing in the world Juniors again next year. Looks like Romanov and Olofsson and whoever we get lucky with in the next draft that would make the 2020 U20's

 

[Habs Halifax]

I'm a fan and I never preach caution but I still think some are overrating him.

I think top pairing and 30 ish points is the ceiling. Now to me that would be flipping fantastic.

I don't know if I see a #1 there or anything more than 40 pts consistently. Still a future Weber partner (I'm a Mete fan and I don't honestly know who will be better) who can move the puck well with not a lot of razzle dazzle but can get the job done would be amazing.

I personally don't see the puck skills and/or creativity to be a #1. I guess he could be a Weber like #1. He's got a big shot and is strong as hell so I guess there's an outside chance at that but I'd be floored if he could even get 10+ goals a year let along 15-20.

I'm the last one to launch a hate parade on any of our prospects but I think some are getting a little a head of themselves. Still doesn't change that we have a really really good prospect on our hands. And from what I saw at the WJCs he seemed equally good on both sides (I'm no D man expert so correct me if I'm wrong) which is amazing for us.

The production now is gravy to me. He could've gone pointless in the KHL and I'd still be pretty high on him. If he can close out the year strong production wise than I may have to revisit my stance on him. I'm open minded but I don't know why many are so certain he's like a Markov/Subban replacement.

Nobody can say anything for sure at this stage. You disagree about the hype and I disagree about your 30 pts ceiling. We just don't know how good he will be. What I would like to see from you to support your narrative is to find a similar example of a 18 year old who made the KHL and played very very well in the world juniors.... and then became the 30 pts ceiling guy you are trying to say he is?

Show me an example and I might change my mind. For now, it's all hope and hype and there are reasons for it. Nobody is saying anything for sure

 

[TT1]

Did we agree on his nickname yet? Roamer or Romi?

 

[The Great Weal]

Did we agree on his nickname yet? Roamer or Romi?

I thought it was the tsar no?

 

[Paddyjack]

Nobody can say anything for sure at this stage. You disagree about the hype and I disagree about your 30 pts ceiling. We just don't know how good he will be. What I would like to see from you to support your narrative is to find a similar example of a 18 year old who made the KHL and played very very well in the world juniors.... and then became the 30 pts ceiling guy you are trying to say he is?

Show me an example and I might change my mind. For now, it's all hope and hype and there are reasons for it. Nobody is saying anything for sure

Just pinching in here, but is there any other examples of a 18-y.o who played in the KHL and world juniors?

 

[Habs Halifax]

Just pinching in here, but is there any other examples of a 18-y.o who played in the KHL and world juniors?

You caught on quick .

To be honest, I am not sure and something tells me there are little to no examples. So Romanov is in unchartered territory so he deserves the hype don't you think? What do you think is his weakness? Be picky?

 

[Nick Slafkofield]

I thought it was the tsar no?

Yes it is

 

[Paddyjack]

You caught on quick

Ahh you know, I'm a very fast learner when explained slowly

 

[The Great Weal]

Just pinching in here, but is there any other examples of a 18-y.o who played in the KHL and world juniors?

Not world juniors, but Andrei Pribylsky is in the KHL and is going this draft.

 

[sandviper]

Yes it is

It's also all over Twitter-verse for quite some time, so I think it's set.

 

[Habs Halifax]

Not world juniors, but Andrei Pribylsky is in the KHL and is going this draft.

It will be interesting to watch. Currently ranked 66th by NHL Central Scouting (EU skaters). He will be 19 by the time the 2020 World Juniors start. Romanov just turned 19 this past Jan I believe

 

[The Great Weal]

It will be interesting to watch. Currently ranked 66th by NHL Central Scouting (EU skaters). He will be 19 by the time the 2020 World Juniors start. Romanov just turned 19 this past Jan I believe

Isn't it like a 2 week difference?

 

[Habs Halifax]

Isn't it like a 2 week difference?

From point of U20's eligibility yes. Romanov will be able to play next season but Pribylsky will not be able in 2021. He likely only gets one crack at it

 

[cphabs]

I thought it was the tsar no?

I thought it was Mowgli from the Jungle Book. Kid looks just like him.

 

[montreal]

When this guy was picked people were scratching their heads because he was a nobody. How is it that MB knew he might be good? Does anyone find this situation to be a bit odd? I'm not complaining but it's just weird we took a flyer on a nobody and now hes a superstar.

he played at the U-18's so not a nobody but even Russian posters were surprised he went that high. We'll just have to wait and see what he turns into, there have been plenty of players that had a big showing at the WJC's and never did anything in the NHL so for now we just don't know what he'll be, at least I don't.

I'm a fan and I never preach caution but I still think some are overrating him.

I think top pairing and 30 ish points is the ceiling. Now to me that would be flipping fantastic.

I don't know if I see a #1 there or anything more than 40 pts consistently. Still a future Weber partner (I'm a Mete fan and I don't honestly know who will be better) who can move the puck well with not a lot of razzle dazzle but can get the job done would be amazing.

I personally don't see the puck skills and/or creativity to be a #1. I guess he could be a Weber like #1. He's got a big shot and is strong as hell so I guess there's an outside chance at that but I'd be floored if he could even get 10+ goals a year let along 15-20.

I'm the last one to launch a hate parade on any of our prospects but I think some are getting a little a head of themselves. Still doesn't change that we have a really really good prospect on our hands. And from what I saw at the WJCs he seemed equally good on both sides (I'm no D man expert so correct me if I'm wrong) which is amazing for us.

The production now is gravy to me. He could've gone pointless in the KHL and I'd still be pretty high on him. If he can close out the year strong production wise than I may have to revisit my stance on him. I'm open minded but I don't know why many are so certain he's like a Markov/Subban replacement.

I'll continue to watch him but so far I'm not going to consider him our best prospect but after the big 3 of Brook, Suzuki, Poehling I think he's now moved into the next level with Ylonen, Fleury, Primeau, Harris.

What there is to like, you have an 18 year old in the KHL on a top team and he's not only made the team but now he's solidified himself as a consistent part of the blueline. He makes some mistakes but really plays a much safer game then I would have expected.

He's got the skating, speed, mobility you want for today's NHL. His upright stance makes him look a little taller, and his impressive lower body strength will bode well for him in the NHL. He's physical but for me that part is overblown by Hab fans, to me he's no Emelin or Kronwall although his physical game may develop into that as perhaps he's taking more caution in the KHL till he gets more comfortable. He can dish big hits but I'd say someone like Fleury in our system has a better physical game.

He's got a good shot but I'm not sure how good it is as in the KHL he doesn't get a lot of shots. He seems more offensive minded but I've heard his KHL coach doesn't want him to take chances.

For me the question is more about how much of an offensive game he'll have.

 

[cphabs]

he played at the U-18's so not a nobody but even Russian posters were surprised he went that high. We'll just have to wait and see what he turns into, there have been plenty of players that had a big showing at the WJC's and never did anything in the NHL so for now we just don't know what he'll be, at least I don't

Romanov will be be what we want him to be or style of play. He is extremely disciplined and a team player. He plays in the KHL as a regular and does exactly what his coach/team wants... as an 18/19 year old. Which is a very tight and conservative game IMO. WJC? That coach took the bridal off, just a bit, and he destroyed offensively against the best players in the world within +2 of his age... He also played outstanding D in the tournament. Also, the kid has charisma and knows how to work hard. I’m not sure why there is not more “hype” to be honest.

On a side note, I’d get him over here as soon as possible. Even a KHL contract buy out. Just my .02