Prospect Info: Cole Caufield (Part 10)

[Redux91]

He played in only 2 AHL games and his goals were game winners and his 1st NHL goal is a game winner also lol

 

[Garbageyuk]

Can't believe we have drafted this kid at #15.

I know. Couldn't have imagined getting a 1 goal scorer 15th overall.

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

What I love about the goal is that a normal shooter will get it in a few inches from the post in the open area, but Cole made it perfect silky smooth just next to the post. A pure goal scorer.

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

Yea 100%, he's gonna be so fun to watch. His puck touches are so precise and quick and his feet can keep up too.

I remember everybody made fun of Button when he compared him to Messi on draft day haha, wouldn't be crazy if it turns out he was right? One can only dream lol

Ok, bear with me... My mom died 20 months ago and ever since I've been doing a lot of introspection, a lot of time reflecting on the past and where I am and where I'm going. Reflecting on life, purpose and happiness. Realizing life is so precious and short, I want to make the most of it. Along and among these thoughts, there was a point where I thought about all those great years of sports I had in the 90's. Watching the Spos rise, watching Roy become the best goalie in playoff history, watching MJ completely dominate his sport, ect. So I got to thinking and wishing "man, it would be so great if the Habs could haphazardly draft the next goal scoring prodigy. And the more I look at Cole, the more I'm thinking, holy crap has my wish come true???

 

[cphabs]

Caufield battles for the puck because his hands eye coordination are elite. Basically quick hands. Guys like Drouin shouldn’t have issues but his lack of desire to get in the dirty areas keeps him below average player. Players like Chiarot and Kulak process the game slower. That’s why you see them taking so much time to move the puck.

Caufield hands and hockey sense are elite. His skating is above average better than Suzuki and Kotkaniemi. Just size that is small. If he can bring it together he could be a Theo Fleury type.

Hell yes!

 

[sandviper]

Caufield battles for the puck because his hands eye coordination are elite. Basically quick hands. Guys like Drouin shouldn’t have issues but his lack of desire to get in the dirty areas keeps him below average player. Players like Chiarot and Kulak process the game slower. That’s why you see them taking so much time to move the puck.

Caufield hands and hockey sense are elite. His skating is above average better than Suzuki and Kotkaniemi. Just size that is small. If he can bring it together he could be a Theo Fleury type.

His skating is worth noting because it was a knock against him in his draft year. Not only does his mobility improved, he’s much faster than I would had expected at the pro level.

He does take a lot of low percentage shots, which is ok I guess, but I’d like to see him work on his vision and slow down a little.

 

[Gally11]

His skating is worth noting because it was a knock against him in his draft year. Not only does his mobility improved, he’s much faster than I would had expected at the pro level.

He does take a lot of low percentage shots, which is ok I guess, but I’d like to see him work on his vision and slow down a little.

I think those will improve naturally as he was probably trying to get that one off his back but then again he did take a lot of shots in College.. Shooters shoot!

 

[McGuires Corndog]

His skating is worth noting because it was a knock against him in his draft year. Not only does his mobility improved, he’s much faster than I would had expected at the pro level.

He does take a lot of low percentage shots, which is ok I guess, but I’d like to see him work on his vision and slow down a little.

He does have pretty good vision, I suspect he was kind of shooting from everywhere because he was looking for that first goal. But he’s a super high volume shooter by nature, some of them will be from bad angles because that’s just who he is. He’s a shooter through and through.

 

[Habs Icing]

Dany dubé made a very good point daying him and suzie don't match that well bcz CC needs faster and more active / dynamic centermen

Dube is out in left field on that one.

 

[A55P2]

He does have pretty good vision, I suspect he was kind of shooting from everywhere because he was looking for that first goal. But he’s a super high volume shooter by nature, some of them will be from bad angles because that’s just who he is. He’s a shooter through and through.

I have absolutely no problems with him taking shots. Honestly, he's taken the best shots out of our forward groups these past few games. Except for Suzuki of course.

I think he's already an NHLer. Maybe a second line winger at the moment. He's gonna get even better quick.

 

[Habs Icing]

He was absolutely looking for that all the way. First of many for him.

If you take a look at the previous rush, Petry had the puck and Caufield pulled the same move but Petry didn't make the pass. I don't know why. So he retreated out of the offensive zone and tried it again and this time Petry got the pass to CC.

 

[Deebs]

If you take a look at the previous rush, Petry had the puck and Caufield pulled the same move but Petry didn't make the pass. I don't know why. So he retreated out of the offensive zone and tried it again and this time Petry got the pass to CC.

He didn't make the first pass because it wouldn't have been successful. Smart decision to pull up and try again.

 

[Chili]

Welcome to the NHL.

What a way to get your first NHL goal and to be able to celebrate it with all your teammates on the ice.

The kid knows where the net is.

 

[CheldishGamibno]

Is there a photo of him with his 1st goal puck? Can't seem to find it anywhere.

 

[26Mats]

Ok, bear with me... My mom died 20 months ago and ever since I've been doing a lot of introspection, a lot of time reflecting on the past and where I am and where I'm going. Reflecting on life, purpose and happiness. Realizing life is so precious and short, I want to make the most of it. Along and among these thoughts, there was a point where I thought about all those great years of sports I had in the 90's. Watching the Spos rise, watching Roy become the best goalie in playoff history, watching MJ completely dominate his sport, ect. So I got to thinking and wishing "man, it would be so great if the Habs could haphazardly draft the next goal scoring prodigy. And the more I look at Cole, the more I'm thinking, holy crap has my wish come true???

We've needed a real talent at forward for a long time. Cole could definitely be it.

Keep the faith.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

On a side boat, love Perry grabbing thar puck and going to Primeau to congratulate him

 

[Miller Time]

instincts and puck skills are off the charts, and the kid competes at an elite level... most exciting prospect we've had since PK.

hope he can build off last night and coaches see the value in giving him opportunities to do what he does best. that energy and excitement level is awesome to see, want to see him keep it up.

 

[superstar436]

I knew 2 small individuals in my high school (oddly enough both are Iranians) who grew a could 3-6 inches at the age of 20-21.

I hope it happens to Caufield. Guy is as good as they get.

 

[didimentionlarseller]

That way he slows down his skating to adjust speed just after going past the defensive coverage but before the pucks comes to him is really impressive to me. Really great use of space

 

[McGees]

Massive goal for the kid - hopefully he can go in a little run now. Hope the Bilbo nickname doesn’t stick, kinda demeaning and can’t see him liking it

 

[BLONG7]

Massive goal for the kid - hopefully he can go in a little run now. Hope the Bilbo nickname doesn’t stick, kinda demeaning and can’t see him liking it

His nickname should be Coffee!! Coal Coffee!! The kid is gonna be money guys!

 

[McGuires Corndog]

His nickname should be Coffee!! Coal Coffee!! The kid is gonna be money guys!

It’s Cold Coffee

 

[MarkyMarkov]

Massive goal for the kid - hopefully he can go in a little run now. Hope the Bilbo nickname doesn’t stick, kinda demeaning and can’t see him liking it

The one thing I like about it is he's going to help us chase that ring... our precious.

 

[Habs]

Hate to be a party pooper but after Poehling's 4 goal debut, I'm going to wait and see before claiming we got the next Stamkos here.

 

[OldCraig71]

For his first NHL goal to be a game-winner is a big deal, they have to continue to put him in a position to succeed and build off this. First wave pp is one place to start and he seems to be a very good fit next to Jake Evans, I would leave that as it is.

I have knocked him for his diminutive size and there will be times that he will suffer because of it but as others have said, there have been many little guys that have been very successful NHLers. He is definitely an exciting player to watch and we haven't had that in way too long.