Simashev played 20 mins his last game. But played 11. Based on what i have seen i’m excited with those 2 players. I don’t think you can judge a draft class at this point. I loved Bensen but had reservations about his size and durability after his olayoffs. I think this is going to be a good discussion just like the Hayton at 5 discussion which 5 years later doesn’t look as bad as we once feared. Now he’s not Quinn Hughes but in a redraft today Hayton isn’t the reach that everyone said he was. Personally i think But is going to be amazing. I need to see what offense is their from Simashev before i anoint him a top 3D. 2 year expectation’s seems arbitrary goven the length of a nhl career. We had Selanne who didn’t come over for 4 years and i will take the magic of that 76 goal season again. Drafting is about patience and process.It's early but I'd much rather have players that will make an impact here in the next 2 years instead of guys who won't be around for another 3-5 years. I can't see Lameroux or But playing on this team for at least 3 years minimum and that's if they make it.
EDIT: Also I'd much rather us have guys developed in the CHL where they actually get to play compared to Russia where these kids won't play much. Benson and Danielson should have been the 2 players picked.
I also think you are sleeping on Lamereoux. Chl app is worth the investment to watch him and Geekie (who has displayed some great playmaking skills early this year).
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