I simply love his physical presence and play and he is great at delivering hits when on his game, one of the best in the entire NHL. For me this is something I value highly but obviously not the market (focusing more on points). He for sure have offensive talent but he will have to take the next step, perhaps focusing more on his offense and less on his headhunting and crushing hits.
Only negative thing for me with Zadorov is being a bit weak mentally and losing his head sometimes but I feel he improved last leason, better self control. It's ok with some aggression and getting under the skin type of play but sometimes his timing has been awful. ;-)
For me it is a big, big mistake not offering Zadorov a decent long term contract but luckily (surprisingly) he accepted this 1 year contract. For balancing a team I think a player like Zadorov is needed.
I'm a bit concerned about this and most probably he isn't one of Sakic's prioritized players, especially not now with all the new talent coming in. Less stupid penalties and > 20 points then he is in I guess/wish. Hmmm, Sakic only winning the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy one year (2001)???