C/LW Anton Lundell - IFK Helsinki, Liiga (2020, 12th, FLA) Part2

[ChicagoBullsFan]

 

[ponder]

funny everyone is so thirsty for that big two way skilled #1 c yet they let this guy go 12th

The more I look at this draft, the more I think that there was a very clear #1 (Laf), but 2-12 is remarkably close, and basically a crap shoot. Like 9-12 was Rossi, Perfetti, Askarov and Lundell, all really good prospects, I wouldn’t be shocked of any of them ended up the best of that 2-12 group.

I think when you look at the top 3 in this draft, they’re somewhat average. And after 12, the rest of the first round is pretty average too. But IMO picks 4-12 are very strong, quite close to picks 2-3, and they could have gone in almost any order. Lundell went 12th, but it was quite the crapshoot. Raymond/Sanderson/Drysdale/Holtz vs. Rossi/Perfetti/Askarov/Lundell ... :shrug: They have to go in some sort of order, but I have no idea what the right order is/was.

 

[KirkAlbuquerque]

The more I look at this draft, the more I think that there was a very clear #1 (Laf), but 2-12 is remarkably close, and basically a crap shoot. Like 9-12 was Rossi, Perfetti, Askarov and Lundell, all really good prospects, I wouldn’t be shocked of any of them ended up the best of that 2-12 group.

I think when you look at the top 3 in this draft, they’re somewhat average. And after 12, the rest of the first round is pretty average too. But IMO picks 4-12 are very strong, quite close to picks 2-3, and they could have gone in almost any order. Lundell went 12th, but it was quite the crapshoot. Raymond/Sanderson/Drysdale/Holtz vs. Rossi/Perfetti/Askarov/Lundell ... :shrug: They have to go in some sort of order, but I have no idea what the right order is/was.

the disrespect to Quinn smh...

 

[ponder]

the disrespect to Quinn smh...

Hah, I was just comparing the last 4 in the 2-12 group to the first 4 - it's an odd number, and Quinn is right in the middle, so he didn't fall into either group I think he's right there with the rest.

 

[bert]

The more I look at this draft, the more I think that there was a very clear #1 (Laf), but 2-12 is remarkably close, and basically a crap shoot. Like 9-12 was Rossi, Perfetti, Askarov and Lundell, all really good prospects, I wouldn’t be shocked of any of them ended up the best of that 2-12 group.

I think when you look at the top 3 in this draft, they’re somewhat average. And after 12, the rest of the first round is pretty average too. But IMO picks 4-12 are very strong, quite close to picks 2-3, and they could have gone in almost any order. Lundell went 12th, but it was quite the crapshoot. Raymond/Sanderson/Drysdale/Holtz vs. Rossi/Perfetti/Askarov/Lundell ... :shrug: They have to go in some sort of order, but I have no idea what the right order is/was.

Top to bottom it looks like a terrific draft. So many players are outperforming their counterparts from the 2019 draft. It's really deep.

If you don't think Stuetzle is in a higher tier than picks 4 to 12 I dunno what to tell you. I do agree the top 12 is where this draft separates its self but it is very deep.

Lundell is a heck of a player.

 

[Conspiracy Theorist]

I've liked Lundell's game more than Byfield or even Stutzle's in these WJCs. Thought Detroit might have grabbed him, but falling to 12th was a surprise. Already looking like a steal.

 

[Zub]

I've liked Lundell's game more than Byfield or even Stutzle's in these WJCs. Thought Detroit might have grabbed him, but falling to 12th was a surprise. Already looking like a steal.

Yeah he's been good, only critisism i have at this point is his skating, he doesn't movie his feet alot, but has good strides, will probably take some time for him to adjust to NA sized rinks due to this, but i'm fairly confident he will do fine.

 

[57special]

He is efficient with his skating routes, which allows him to get to places on time. His skating might not be a high point, but it's more than good enough, to me. Probably better than ROR's and Mikko Koivu's at the same point in their respective careers, and certainly better than Mark Stones.

 

[KaseMeOutside]

I love Lundell

 

[MichaelFarrell]

I don’t think there is much doubt he will play in the NHL. I don’t think there ever really was. But I am interested to see what his offensive upside is going to be. I wouldn’t be surprised if he turns into a Jordan Staal-like consistent 40 point player or even as good as Ryan O’Reilly.

 

[Mats26]

Love his game, nice chemistry with Simontaival

 

[iam76]

dude can win a faceoff thats for sure

 

[MintyFresh88]

He could realistically be Florida’s 3C in 21-22.

 

[FinlandPanther]

He could realistically be Florida’s 3C in 21-22.

He’ll start there maybe. He’ll be a 2C by 20 games.

 

[JabbaJabba]

Lundell is going to be great. He's just so smart, knows where to be and what to do and has the means to do it. Game against Canada will be interesting for sure. Let's see how he does against the best.

 

[LeafChief]

Lundell and Barkov anchoring Florida's top two lines should be pretty strong for many years to come.

 

[ChicagoBullsFan]

 

[JuJu Mobb]

I am impress by this player's maturity and hockey sense.

He's NHL ready or close.

 

[QJL]

He could realistically be Florida’s 3C in 21-22.

That’s not just realistic. It would be surprising if he wasn’t a full time Panther by next season. In my opinion, Lundell is ready right now.

 

[thomast]

Lundell might be ready right now for a minor role but i don’t think it is best for his developement. I believe he should stay in Finland for this year to continue progressing like he has this year instead of playing him in limited role. It sure helped Aho and Heiskanen.

 

[Zub]

Lundell might be ready right now for a minor role but i don’t think it is best for his developement. I believe he should stay in Finland for this year to continue progressing like he has this year instead of playing him in limited role. It sure helped Aho and Heiskanen.

Lundell himself said that he's going back to HIFK to try win the SM cup.

 

[Eye of Ra]

Lundell himself said that he's going back to HIFK to try win the SM cup.

well then. he should be a lock to play in wc later in may.

 

[Dread Clawz]

Lundell himself said that he's going back to HIFK to try win the SM cup.

Yup, and Zito said he wants to be patient with him too.

 

[16thOverallSaveUs]

 

[FinlandPanther]

Caught that as well. Yikes.