Kakko vs Svechnikov part 2

[Pavel Buchnevich]

It's very close. I'll go with Svechnikov, but there's not a big difference between the two. I think Svechnikov might get the advantage due to superior skating speed and goal-scoring ability, but this is close to 50/50. I wouldn't make much of Kakko's slow start to his NHL career either.

 

[Kupo]

I wouldn't make much of Kakko's slow start to his NHL career either.

What slow start?

It’s been 2 games with Strome as his center.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

What slow start?

It’s been 2 games with Strome as his center.

It's still a slow start. I didn't say anything beyond its a slow start, but let's not act as if its not a slow start. He's looked pretty average in preseason and regular season so far.

 

[Kupo]

It's still a slow start.

What in the holy hell are you talking about?

He’s 18. He’s played 2 games. He’s still scratching the surface of his “start”.

 

[TheOllieC]

I know neither one has a single point in the NHL this season, but I definitely think Kappo will be better than Evgeny.

 

[Kshahdoo]

I know neither one has a single point in the NHL this season, but I definitely think Kappo will be better than Evgeny.

Yeah, but Andrei has 8 points after 5 games...

 

[wetcoast]

The real answer is nobody knows yet. It's been 2 games you should've waited a bit longer for part 2

True enough but I predict that Svechnikov will have the better career of the 2 players, not that Kakko won't be very good also.

 

[Pranzo Oltranzista]

I was of the 21% who were right last time. ;-)

 

[Canes]

Unbiased vote for Svechnikov. Just made it 76 to 76 votes too.

 

[teravaineSAROS]

True enough but I predict that Svechnikov will have the better career of the 2 players, not that Kakko won't be very good also.

Fair enough but I feel like the 2nd poll is being held too soon after the 1st one.

 

[wetcoast]

Fair enough but I feel like the 2nd poll is being held too soon after the 1st one.

I never saw the first one and based my opinion basically on what I think of both players.

 

[Lua]

Fair enough but I feel like the 2nd poll is being held too soon after the 1st one.

Might as well have a poll after every game either of their two respective teams play. What have you done for me lately and so on.

 

[kp61c]

changing my vote to svech. for now. kakko should spend some time in the ahl and figure it out.

 

[Orca Smash]

Definitely kakko for me.

 

[Vide]

I think Svechnikov might have the higher ceiling but I really like how well-rounded Kakko is as a player. If I had to choose one for my team I'd probably go with Kakko.

 

[Brucelenok]

I think Svechnikov might have the higher ceiling but I really like how well-rounded Kakko is as a player. If I had to choose one for my team I'd probably go with Kakko.

Lol if something it is other way around. There is a reason why many people compare Svech to Hossa even pre draft. Probably his ceiling is higher too though

 

[Ivan13]

The only reason people were picking Kakko was the shiny new toy syndrome. Svech is an amazing talent that will be on full display this season. Props to Brindy for bringing him up the right way. Let him earn his time, and work on his defensive game before he took the reigns off.

 

[Kshahdoo]

The only reason people were picking Kakko was the shiny new toy syndrome. Svech is an amazing talent that will be on full display this season. Props to Brindy for bringing him up the right way. Let him earn his time, and work on his defensive game before he took the reigns off.

Yeah

 

[The S5]

The only reason people were picking Kakko was the shiny new toy syndrome. Svech is an amazing talent that will be on full display this season. Props to Brindy for bringing him up the right way. Let him earn his time, and work on his defensive game before he took the reigns off.

Yep.
Svech was playing with Staal and McGinn early in the season. Last year he was on the third line for much of the year. Rod finally moved him up to play with Aho and its paying off.
Now if only Aho can shake the monkey off his back. He has been playing great, but the puck isn't going in the goal.

 

[Albatros]

Svechnikov as of now, but I wouldn't be surprised if it turns around still.

 

[Joe McGrath]

 

[Apotheosis]

Svech for me. Already one of my favourite players. Sky high potential.

 

[Surrounded By Ahos]

This is the closest the OP will ever get to have his player beat Kakko in a poll so he started it now.

You sure about that?

 

[Hisch13r]

You sure about that?

Judging by who said that I imagine at least personally they’d still say Kakko>Svech lol

 

[Surrounded By Ahos]

Judging by who said that I imagine at least personally they’d still say Kakko>Svech lol

You ain’t wrong