Larsson/Rundblad/Erixon
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Honestly, I could see any of them turning into game breaking defencemen. Each could turn into a #1 capable of controlling a game.
KevinRedkey
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A lot of people here are saying Rundblad can put up 60 points but will be a #2 Dman, where as Larsson will be a #1 Dman with around 45 points.
Not to sat Larsson isnt going to be a #1 Dman, and 45 points is bad (it isnt), but since when is a 60 point Dman not a #1 Dman?
Rundblad isn't a 2009 Mike Green defensively... so if he puts up those big numbers, he's a #1 Dman... IMO anyways
Anyways:
Rundblad has by far the highest offensive upside. He's not overly physical but he's not soft either. He's a "game changer" with his creativity and puck skills on the PP. He's not as well rounded as Larsson, but depending on how highly you value offensive output, he could be the best of the three. He can do it all except play the shut down roll, which Larsson can do.
Larsson is very well rounded. Kind of like a Shea Weber if I had to compare. Better defensively than Rundblad.
Tim is definitely "3rd best" but he's still likely to be a stud
I'd take Rundblad of the 3 because I like the game changing aspect he possesses, and it wouldnt be hard to pair him with a defensive minded Dman like Jared Cowen to even things out. thats just preference though.
Not to sat Larsson isnt going to be a #1 Dman, and 45 points is bad (it isnt), but since when is a 60 point Dman not a #1 Dman?
Rundblad isn't a 2009 Mike Green defensively... so if he puts up those big numbers, he's a #1 Dman... IMO anyways
Anyways:
Rundblad has by far the highest offensive upside. He's not overly physical but he's not soft either. He's a "game changer" with his creativity and puck skills on the PP. He's not as well rounded as Larsson, but depending on how highly you value offensive output, he could be the best of the three. He can do it all except play the shut down roll, which Larsson can do.
Larsson is very well rounded. Kind of like a Shea Weber if I had to compare. Better defensively than Rundblad.
Tim is definitely "3rd best" but he's still likely to be a stud
I'd take Rundblad of the 3 because I like the game changing aspect he possesses, and it wouldnt be hard to pair him with a defensive minded Dman like Jared Cowen to even things out. thats just preference though.
Hunter Gathers
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Rundblad
Erixon
In that order and with no big gap between any of them. They are all that good.
Rundblad
Erixon
In that order and with no big gap between any of them. They are all that good.
Am I understanding this correctly, you're saying that Rundblad is better defensively than Mike Green?
The Waffler
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Not if he's behind Gonchar and Karlsson on the right side and getting 3rd pairing minutes.
Not to mention, he will likely start the season in the A.
BigEyedPhish
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doesn't really make that much sense to have both of them playing the point at the same time...seeing how they both have right shots.
ya, I get it, both sides could be interchangeable, I just believe in the philosophy that two 1-timers on the point puts teams on the PP at even greater advantage.
Rundblad one timer isnt that amazing at this points like Karlsson or Gonchar's so i doubt he will be wiring them in from there. it would be cool to see something like
Karlsson - Cowen
Rundblad - Gonchar
Strong Island
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Karlsson plays the right side on the powerplay and it's where he has scored most of his goals with the man advantage.
if it's on your forehand...nope,not really, if it's on your backhand then yes.
While that may be true, it's due to all the rebounds and cross ice passes he receives while sneaking in to the high slot. He's got a massive shot, why not utilize it more like what happened here when he was placed on the left?
Wow good thread guys, not a lot many misinformed posts...barely any in fact. Nice to see some educated opinions.
I only say Larsson at the WJC, so I am really in no position to judge him, but I see fairly eye-to-eye on most of the predictions for Rundblad and Erixon.
Should be a great year if all players make their clubs!
I only say Larsson at the WJC, so I am really in no position to judge him, but I see fairly eye-to-eye on most of the predictions for Rundblad and Erixon.
Should be a great year if all players make their clubs!
I'd take the creativity those two could find over a one time to one time set up. Those two could be all over the ice and I'm sure macleans licking his chops
TheBradyBunch
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Yes, but MacLean said Gonchar will be the "general" on the PP. I think we see a Karlsson-Gonchar, Kuba-Rundblad sorta thang going on.
Lets keep it on track... I agree with the consensus, Larsson Rundblad Erixon in order.
I think Rundblad will have the best rookie year, although Larsson and Erixon both might play more. I expect all 3 to play at least 25 games this year.
Agreed, the advantage of having both these guys on the ice will be significant considering their mobility and Spezza's vision. Teams are really going to have to be careful about the back door play. I could definetely see Rundblad being the one sneaking down more with Karlsson setting up for the big shot. Rundblad's wrister is nasty, but Karlsson's slapshot is far superior.
Marshal Rochambeau
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As of right now:
Larsson
Erixon
Rundblad
Rundblad is going to need a lot of time in the AHL to adjust because of his style. He still is not a definite to pairing d man.
Larsson
Erixon
Rundblad
Rundblad is going to need a lot of time in the AHL to adjust because of his style. He still is not a definite to pairing d man.
Still the same as before, Rundblad needs to adjust to the NHL, but his skill level is clearly high, and he's a much more physical and defensvely aware prospect than people give him credit for. Once he figures it the NHL game, whether in Ottawa or Bingo, he'll be a very good player.
Larsson
Rundblad
Erixon
Larsson
Rundblad
Erixon
