GoldiFox
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- Apr 21, 2014
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Can anyone chime in what kind of game we should expect from Valentin? The scouting reports seem to describe him a essentially a poor mans Thomas Vanek. Is that somewhat accurate?
Closer to a poor man’s Holmstrom or Hornqvist.
Very strong on his skates. Battles in front of the net well. Has excellent hands in the crease. Great finisher if the opportunity is there. Has a knack for pissing off the opposing goaltender.
Personally I think his skating issues are overblown. Not a speedster but he can keep up fine. Zykov spent much of the Summer as one of the only Hurricanes players training in Raleigh which was encouraging. Seems dedicated to winning a spot.