Just wanted to share some thoughts on Boqvist, and you can tell me if you agree or if I'm out to lunch. First, let me say that I know he's new to the smaller ice, and he needs time to adjust. I'll just comment on what I've noticed in his game thus far.
So, it's rather obvious that Boqvist is offensively gifted; he skates well, moves the puck out of the zone effectively, great passer, outstanding hands (especially for a d-man), very smooth, but there's another side of Boqvist that I find extremely disappointing. I've noticed that he gets caught out of position quite often, and this has led to odd man advantages--far too many. E.g. early in the season [I think it was the game against the Soo], we gave up a 2 on 0 SH goal because Boqvist was caught out of the play; he's also been on the ice, out of position, quite often for 2 on 1's against, etc...He doesn't seem to be sound positionally.
As for his +/-, to date he is a - 3.
He is being used to QB the PP, and how's that working out? We have one of the worst PPs in the OHL. And, while he's certainly NOT to blame for all our PP woes (or defensive lapses), he has yet to prove his worth with the man advantage.
I was excited when I found out that he was assigned to the Knights, but now the only thing that I can count on is him being responsible for odd man rushes against each and every game. We look to him to be a leader on defence, not part of the problem. Too harsh?