One thing I like with him in Providence is he is for the first time in years playing at a lower level where he can actually potentially start really developing the offensive side of his game . Obviously playing in the top league in Sweden as an 18, he played a safe no mistake game. And yes he probably could play that game in the NHL right now. But maybe letting him play down there, focusing a bit more on his offense, and being told to take chances can help him become a better player
He's an NHLer right now. I honestly think Donnie needs to make room for him. After Krug is back for a couple of weeks I expect a trade, especially if the first line is only line really doing anything still. With all the solid forward prospects, Urho deserving to be playing, and the fact that we could sorely use a true top 6 winger instead of forcing a kid there too early etc.... it just has to happen. Makes too much sense. Only problem is that he is 5th on the depth chart.
why not continue to allow him to get loads of minutes in Providence? I liked him and believe also he`s NHL ready but being NHL ready does not necessarily mean his game is complete, there will be aspects of his game that at some point, at the NHL level will get exposed at times.
The B`s have a cupboard full of D right now, I`ve long been a big believer when you have the luxury of time with prospects, use it. I understand this might be frustrating but if you are looking long term, I see no reason to push him up to the NHL quite yet regardless if he is ready for prime time
Lines from Saturdays loss
Hughes JFK McNeill
Fitz Frederic Kuhlman
Blidh Cave Fyten
Cehlarik Pond Senyshyn
Vaakanainen Goloubef
Zboril Lauzon
Breen Clifton
Vladar
Didn't watch live,but I'm watching now