Quoting: dca919
Veleno's only 23 yrs old and seems like a quality 4th line centre/useful 3rd line centre. He doesn't even have arbitration rights until '24-25. Much, much more likely Zadina is gone before him. So where is he?
Similarly, Husso is 28 yrs old with a Feb birthday. Even 5 years from now he's still backup goalie age. I wouldn't count on him being elsewhere if he can maintain the growth.
You're way overvaluing Buchelnikov and way undervaluing Rasmussen.
Edvinsson should be ahead of William Wallinder at this point...and probably for future projections too.
Personally I want Veleno back. I would want him back more than having Z. There is still upside, and worse case scenario he ends up peaking as a good bottom 6 player which is fine as he will be cost effective. I didn't sign him because until SY makes a move to bring him back (considering who else he has signed) I don't know if SY sees him the same or he would already have a deal. Zadina already has the contract, so I left him there.
Husso could end up being a good backup, and I don't disagree that when Detroit's D corp is in place it will take away from being bombarded so much with high danger shots. Cossa was traded up to acquire and goalies are usually projects. If he is still 2-3 years away, starts out as a back up before taking over, no issue with that. Augustine being drafted also adds a security net considering two higher rated prospects invites competition. If they end up in any way becoming a 1A 1B tandem, that would be a dream. If only one hits its a good thing the other one is there.
I am a big fan of Buch, and have mentioned him in high regard several times due to having some connections with former Russian players. I did mention this is more wishful thinking on my part, but I have also seen some games where I can see him show glimpses of Michkov. At one point this season (fairly early on) he was outperforming Matvei and was seen as a redraft gem. He could end up not panning out as all prospects have that risk. Ras is getting better every year. As a 2-3 LW I see him blending in as a vitally important piece. His offense grew on the wing, and he still has the capability of taking draws and covering down low as a C when needed with his size. He is the top 9 plug that can start one night at 1LW and end them game at 4C, next night play 2C if someone is out or settle in back with the new "RedWood" line.
Edvinsson is ahead of Wallinder. I am of the belief that Wallinder is closer to Edvinsson than other prospects are to Wallinder. Stylistically I like the idea of 6'4 200ft play both sides WW to pair with 6'4 200ft risk taker Seider. Edvinsson looked good with his 9 games. Played physically, potted 2 goals, and his rangy frame paired with the offensively gifted younger ASP seems like it would mesh. I am of the belief that Mo/Ed/WW/ASP are the future top 4. Any combination of them I am excited to see.
Overall, I completely understand your points. Thanks for the comment!
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