Prospect Info: At 9th Overall the Detroit Red Wings Select Michael Rasmussen

[jkutswings]

I think when people hear net front they think "lol Holmstrom was bad at hockey but good at standing in front of the goalie". But yea there is no reason a good net front guy can't also do other things.

You mean this isn't the required uniform for a net front role?

 

[newfy]

Not arguing your point, but Helm is really never on the PP.

This year wasnt so bad but the year before, Helm and Sheahan combined for 2 mins a game on the PP almost. There always seems to be a guy out there that shouldnt be, adding Rasmussen frees up Mantha to take one of those spots

I think when people hear net front they think "lol Holmstrom was bad at hockey but good at standing in front of the goalie". But yea there is no reason a good net front guy can't also do other things.

Yeah and even Holmstrom didnt get enough credit for his play outside of the crease front. He rarely scored from anywhere besides there but he was great in the corners and puck retrieval for the skilled guys and played decently physical out there as well.

 

[waltdetroit]

This year wasnt so bad but the year before, Helm and Sheahan combined for 2 mins a game on the PP almost.

I believe that was mercy PP time for Sheahan to get a goal.

 

[newfy]

I believe that was mercy PP time for Sheahan to get a goal.

He averaged over a minute a game on the PP. He was regularly out there which made him not scoring a goal even more hilarious really

 

[lilidk]

I like to see him with Larkin and Mantha next season

 

[Henkka]

 

[Konnan511]

I'd prefer if Ras wasn't roughing up his future teammate.

 

[Hen Kolland]

Would pay good money to watch Rasmussen and Quinn Hughes drop the gloves. Reminiscent of watching Nate Robinson jumping into Shaq's arms.

 

[Hen Kolland]

Better yet, that moment when Brendan Smith almost made the 200 IQ level decision to fight Chara.

 

[Henkka]

Better yet, that moment when Brendan Smith almost made the 200 IQ level decision to fight Chara.

He still lives.

 

[newfy]

Apparently Rasmussen had a really nice assist in this game but the highlights didnt show it. It was funny watching him going into a scrum with the Hughes brothers, they would need stilts to hit him lol

 

[Henkka]

Did see one period of Rasmussen.

- Scored a goal
- Did cut the offensive pressure from Quinn Hughes with his long reach on the Defensive zone.
- Assisted a High-Danger chance for Cody Glass from behind the goal.
- Was banged against boards, and no stick on use. Did kick the puck away and go it back after few seconds and got a shot on goal.

Seems to make some smart play always.

 

[Oddbob]

2 penalties for Quinn, what a GOON!

 

[newfy]

Did see one period of Rasmussen.

- Scored a goal
- Did cut the offensive pressure from Quinn Hughes with his long reach on the Defensive zone.
- Assisted a High-Danger chance for Cody Glass from behind the goal.
- Was banged against boards, and no stick on use. Did kick the puck away and go it back after few seconds and got a shot on goal.

Seems to make some smart play always.

I watched the whole game against Finland and youre right about his reach. He almost seemed Datsyukesque out there and had a lot of takeaways from behind on guys.

Hes going to create a lot of turnovers

 

[Konnan511]

The latest numbers I've seen for Ras is that he is 6'7". Is that true??? That's a monster of a kid.

 

[newfy]

The latest numbers I've seen for Ras is that he is 6'7". Is that true??? That's a monster of a kid.

Where did you see this?

He had 2 goals and an assist for Canada in te showcase this weekend to lead the team I believe. One goal and an assist for McIsaac as well.. some people penciling him in to Canadas top 4 for the WJC

 

[Christien]

I believe he’ll be one of the best, if not the best net front player in the league pretty soon. His hand-eye coordination and size is special. He’s just one of those kids that wants it and works for it.

I admit, like a lot of people I was pretty disappointed with the pick at the time, but not anymore.

 

[Konnan511]

Awwww, they're so cute

Rasmussen's hand-eye coordination, combined with his size, makes him more dangerous around the net.
"Once I got old enough that we had shots from the point, I started working on tipping them in front," he said. "You don't try to aim it, just change the direction."
Rasmussen also enjoyed playing with Zadina.
"[He] is obviously highly skilled," Rasmussen said. "He can really shoot and he gets himself into good positions. It is going to be fun."
Zadina was equally excited playing alongside Rasmussen.
"He's an unbelievable player," Zadina said. "He's strong and knows how to pass the puck. We play well together."

 

[Ezekial]

Where did you see this?

He had 2 goals and an assist for Canada in te showcase this weekend to lead the team I believe. One goal and an assist for McIsaac as well.. some people penciling him in to Canadas top 4 for the WJC

Wikipedia and google list him at 6'7"

Eliteprospects, NHL.com, Hockey Reference, HockeyDB and basically every other publication have him listed at 6'6"

 

[Dotter]

Awwww, they're so cute

Zadina said. "He's strong and knows how to pass the puck. We play well together."

HF posters on the main board like to say his passing is 'subpar' (paraphrased), but I've seen no indication RAS passing is bad. I've always seen his passing and vision as another one of his GREAT assets. Apparently Zadina likes his passing.

I think RAS has to be, by far, the most underrated prospect drafted in 2017 entry draft.

I think this is proof people reading random scouting reports as bible literature and have no ability to form their own opinions and/or don't watch players before posting nonsense.

 

[Hatter of the Beach]

Where did you see this?

He had 2 goals and an assist for Canada in te showcase this weekend to lead the team I believe. One goal and an assist for McIsaac as well.. some people penciling him in to Canadas top 4 for the WJC

McIssac is essentially a lock baring incredible circumstances. He’s been selected by Team Canada for pretty much every showcase since 15 and is a known commodity to them

 

[newfy]

McIssac is essentially a lock baring incredible circumstances. He’s been selected by Team Canada for pretty much every showcase since 15 and is a known commodity to them

All the while playing like a future top 10 pick though. Then he had his first down year which saw him fall out of the first round and is now competing for the U-20 team which is Canadas biggest competition (outside of Olympic years). Hes also still a year younger and Canada is notorious for not bringing guys that young.

But this year the whole defense is going to be young and hes likely their best option for a defensive guy/Pker. He'll likely make the team but hes definitely not a lock yet either. I think hes more likely than not to make it at this point but theres only 3 locks on the defense.. Dobson, Bouchard and Smith

 

[Hatter of the Beach]

Disagree here, though.

Perhaps I misstated what you quoted. I think Mantha may have more straight line speed, but due to floating, Rasmussen plays faster on average. You could still disagree of course, but from what I’ve watched, Ras readjusts very quickly around the net and always looks invested

 

[SirloinUB]

Based on the summer camps Pronman did a “for fun” WJHC/U20 roster project and has Rasmussen and Veleno making Team Canada. He did not mention McIsaac making the team.

 

[newfy]

Based on the summer camps Pronman did a “for fun” WJHC/U20 roster project and has Rasmussen and Veleno making Team Canada. He did not mention McIsaac making the team.

I would be more surprised if Veleno made it than if McIsaac did actually. But Veleno is a hockey Canada guy like McIsaac so its not that far fetched. He needs to start the season like he ended last one if he wants a shot though

 

[SCD]

I'll be the first to admit, I have not watched Rasmussen that much over the past few years except for highlights.

He does seem to possess excellent hand-eye coordination, making him ideal for net front presence. We have not had anything close since Holmstrom.
I keep imagining a Chara with hands in front of the net. Boston did have some success with Chara in front of the net on PP back when Chara was healthy.

With Larkin and Veleno, I would develop Rasmussen into a wing ( power forward type ) on the top two lines, rather than a third line center. In reality, we still need top notch center for the long term.