Prospect Info: Karson Kuhlman

[DKH]

Kuhlman was right there with Studnicka in DC - I went last 3 days and he was all over the place

If you watched the Frozen Four he was dominant but he wasn’t on lists I looked at one of the handful of top college FA

Last night I was a bit surprised how fast (and good) he looked but apparently I’m late to the party after reading this

Notes from 2nd day of Prospects Challenge

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[Gator Mike]

I don't think he was rated very highly because he's never really been a point producer.

Then again, guys like Noel Acciari, Tim Schaller, and Sean Kuraly weren't real big scorers in college, and they all seem to have carved out productive NHL roles for themselves.

 

[Alan Ryan]

GM Sweeney was impressed with Kuhlman at rookie camp.


Eight different prospects scored goals at the challenge, with Karson Kuhlman being the lone player with two goals. The former University of Minnesota-Duluth forward's level of play since camp started has caused the Boston brass to take notice.

"The tenacity of Karson [Kuhlman] is probably what's going to stand out," said Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney. "Manages the puck really well, goes to the hard areas of the ice, got rewarded the other night, can penalty kill, he'll forecheck, a responsible player. He's certainly a guy we've identified that might grow with us and carve out a niche."

https://www.nhl.com/bruins/news/sweeney ... -300043630

 

[00BW]

Found money. The Bruins were smart to bring him in prior to his senior season for Development Camp. It made him an easy sign.

Most of the media is pegging him as the 1st injury call up.

 

[Johnny Danger]

how do you like Kuhlmans development? He's been an energy-type of player in college and seemed to add some offense in his AHL rookie season (6G, 13pts so far)

 

[Saxon Eric]

how do you like Kuhlmans development? He's been an energy-type of player in college and seemed to add some offense in his AHL rookie season (6G, 13pts so far)

Very smart hockey player, killer on the PK,doesn't have the stone hands the bottom 6 usually have but isn't particularly creative he's right on schedule

 

[ODAAT]

Very smart hockey player, killer on the PK,doesn't have the stone hands the bottom 6 usually have but isn't particularly creative he's right on schedule

does he have the foot speed to compete at the NHL level Eric?

 

[Malt]

He's gaining confidence as the season is progressing, even as Providence struggles to play .500 hockey. As mentioned above, he's great on the PK. Would love to see him get a chance to see him stick with a center and get some chemistry going---he's been all over the lineup this year.

 

[JRull86]

Very smart hockey player, killer on the PK,doesn't have the stone hands the bottom 6 usually have but isn't particularly creative he's right on schedule

This is spot on. I've liked his game in limited viewings.

 

[Saxon Eric]

does he have the foot speed to compete at the NHL level

I assume you didn't get to see him in the Prospect game or Pre-season? He's real fast,arguably the fastest on the team

 

[BruinsNetwork]

Very smart hockey player, killer on the PK,doesn't have the stone hands the bottom 6 usually have but isn't particularly creative he's right on schedule

I second this. Not very creative, but in terms of north-south style, he’s actually quite refreshing in the bottom-six. Really smart, awesome on the PK and has that “killer” instinct on offense, especially along the boards. He rarely lets his foot off the gas in any zone.

He’s one of the players that I wish would get a look in the Boston.

 

[Johnny Danger]

Kuhlman seems getting better and better. of course he's a bottom line type of player ... but i have a strong feeling we might see a callup in a not to distant future ...

 

[Mathews28]

GM Sweeney was impressed with Kuhlman at rookie camp.


Eight different prospects scored goals at the challenge, with Karson Kuhlman being the lone player with two goals. The former University of Minnesota-Duluth forward's level of play since camp started has caused the Boston brass to take notice.

"The tenacity of Karson [Kuhlman] is probably what's going to stand out," said Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney. "Manages the puck really well, goes to the hard areas of the ice, got rewarded the other night, can penalty kill, he'll forecheck, a responsible player. He's certainly a guy we've identified that might grow with us and carve out a niche."

https://www.nhl.com/bruins/news/sweeney ... -300043630

Look forward to seeing this kid's growth with the organization.

Interesting word choice by Sweeney, "carve out a niche." Seems like most of the forward prospects are more likely to, if they make it, "carve out a niche" rather than rapidly ascend to key roles.

Pasta exploded onto the scene. DeBrusk developed into a valuable player quickly. Other picks...not so much, unfortunately.

 

[BruinDust]

I second this. Not very creative, but in terms of north-south style, he’s actually quite refreshing in the bottom-six. Really smart, awesome on the PK and has that “killer” instinct on offense, especially along the boards. He rarely lets his foot off the gas in any zone.

He’s one of the players that I wish would get a look in the Boston.

He can't be any worse than Noel Acciari.

 

[smack66]

He can't be any worse than Noel Acciari.

I've noticed you are the Chairman of the Noel Acciari fan club and was wondering what it would take for me to be nominated as VP of communications for the fan club?

 

[BruinDust]

I've noticed you are the Chairman of the Noel Acciari fan club and was wondering what it would take for me to be nominated as VP of communications for the fan club?

Forget the nomination, the job is yours. It comes with some perks, it gives you free reign to comment on the greatness of Noel Acciari into every thread at your discretion.

Welcome aboard!

 

[smack66]

Forget the nomination, the job is yours. It comes with some perks, it gives you free reign to comment on the greatness of Noel Acciari into every thread at your discretion.

Welcome aboard!

thanks.

 

[PlayMakers]

Yeah, he was one of those guys at development camp that would catch your eye and you'd think who's this guy, hoping he's one of your highly touted prospects.

 

[YouTakeTheVan]

Wow, nice improvement over the course of the season (G-A-P):

1st 15 games: 1-3-4, +1
2nd 15 games: 2-3-5, +9
Latest 15 games: 7-7-14, +9

 

[ODAAT]

I've noticed you are the Chairman of the Noel Acciari fan club and was wondering what it would take for me to be nominated as VP of communications for the fan club?

can I submit my portfolio for Head of HR?

 

[smack66]

can I submit my portfolio for Head of HR?

I have reviewed our organizational charter and believe this needs the approval of chairman @BruinDust

 

[GoBs]

Noel Acciari is there because he hits and kills penalties
Good luck to this kid Kuhlman

 

[Johnny Danger]

what about signing parker mackay? we made some good experienced signing an UMD-captain ;-)

how compareable are Kuhlman and Parker?