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CLAUDE GIROUX:

Talent Analysis:
Giroux’s greatest talent is his playmaking ability. Boasting excellent hands and great vision, the diminutive winger is able to use his quick skating ability to turn something out of nothing. Giroux, despite his size disadvantage, does not mind getting his nose dirty, and will stand in to take a hit in order to make a play. He does get bodied often, but the shifty winger is agile enough to avoid checks on a regular basis.

Future:
Giroux’s size may have been a hindrance in the old NHL, however, he appears to be a prototypical product for the net NHL, with blazing speed and dynamite skill. He has the potential to be a first-line winger.



PATRIK BERGLUND

Talent Analysis:
Berglund excels at most offensive aspects of the game. His height gives him a great reach, and enables him to protect the puck well. His scoring touch is evident, and he possesses excellent vision that enables him to find open teammates with his passes. Berglund is continuing to improve on his skating ability, which is good but not great.