At this point, he projects as a possible bottom six roster player for an NHL club based on his smarts, grit, willingness to play in the dirty battle areas, and skills. He surpassed his goal totals at the halfway point of the season, and time will tell if he can continue his upward spiral. Battles hard for pucks against any sized opponents. Excellent defensive player whose improving skill set could see him develop higher than a bottom two-line projection if he builds scoring prowess equal to his elite level skills.
--Bill Placzek--
