Zuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuc Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 There he got his first assist aswell. Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoMinutesForNothing Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 There's no way he's not better than Hughes. He's better right now as is and both are the same age and will both develop more. It's Kakko all day long, they just don't want to change their opinions because Hughes has been viewed as the number one for so long that it seems too late in the game to change, plus he's North American. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThirtyONE Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 There's no way he's not better than Hughes. He's better right now as is and both are the same age and will both develop more. It's Kakko all day long, they just don't want to change their opinions because Hughes has been viewed as the number one for so long that it seems too late in the game to change, plus he's North American. But you don't draft for "now" you draft for "later." Who is the better player down the road? Hard to know but it seems people think Hughes is the better all around player in the long run. Right now? Yes. Kakko is head and shoulders above Hughes, literally. He's dynamic in every aspect of the game. I argued that if we get Hughes he should spend time in the minors before being thrust into the NHL roster. Where as Kakko would probably become a 1st or 2nd line player immediately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 There's no way he's not better than Hughes. He's better right now as is and both are the same age and will both develop more. It's Kakko all day long, they just don't want to change their opinions because Hughes has been viewed as the number one for so long that it seems too late in the game to change, plus he's North American. I still think its Hughes. But if he slips to 2, great. Theres a reason why all of Hughes' linemates have been/will be drafted in the top 15. And the #1 reason is their center. Best skater, best puck handler, best passer in the draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoMinutesForNothing Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 I don't agree, they're both the same age and both have the same time to continue developing. Kakko already has no weakness anywhere in his game and will only get better. Hughes is not as well rounded and will probably never be well rounded. He will never be big or physical or tough or as good in his own end. Kakko's offense is already just as good if not better. Hughes had great numers, he was playing children. Also people never seem to recognize that Hughes has a well below average shot. Kakko will be a puck possession monster and analytics darling like we've never seen. I felt Kakko was the superior player long before the lottery even took place and would take him at #1 without hesitation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Point, Barzal sometimes it takes a few seasons to find your groove Even Patrick Kane took a few seasons. And Hughes destroyed his USDP numbers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersIn7 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Point, Barzal sometimes it takes a few seasons to find your groove Even Patrick Kane took a few seasons. And Hughes destroyed his USDP numbers. Look at MacKinnon too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 So, what you're saying is, you're going to get much less value out of Hughes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siddious Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Kakko is filthy. Vids of him practicing are just as good if not better than ones of him in games Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooksBurner Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 I still think its Hughes. But if he slips to 2, great. Theres a reason why all of Hughes' linemates have been/will be drafted in the top 15. And the #1 reason is their center. Best skater, best puck handler, best passer in the draft. Yup. The guy is electric and will excel in today's NHL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersIn7 Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Yup. The guy is electric and will excel in today's NHL. He totally will Probably needs to gain sone weight and some strength and I’d be a little concerned about him being in the middle of the ice for 20 minutes a night at his size. But he’s undoubtedly a superb talent and a potential franchise player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuc Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 I just cant wait to se Kakko on Zib?s wing Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 So, what you're saying is, you're going to get much less value out of Hughes. What? How? I?d take a potential Patrick Kane in the middle. Or Kakko. I don?t care either way. But I think Hughes is more dynamic.. and a center. And I love speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josh Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 I just cant wait to se Kakko on Zib’s wing Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Smith - Howden - Kakko 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuc Posted May 16, 2019 Share Posted May 16, 2019 Smith - Howden - Kakko Lol. Dont even joke about it man. Seriously tho, he looks so NHL ready. Cant see him not being a Calder finalist, especially on Zib?s wing he will light it up from the start. Sent from my iPhone using Blueshirts Brotherhood mobile app powered by Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tphilly5 Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 I wanted Kakko since we got the #2 pick and will be bummed if we don’t get him. Was hoping Hughes would look better in the Worlds, but it is tough to judge given his limited ice time. Kakko looks like a top line guy from day one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 What? How? I’d take a potential Patrick Kane in the middle. Or Kakko. I don’t care either way. But I think Hughes is more dynamic.. and a center. And I love speed. It's plausible that you'll get more production out of Kakko than Hughes in their ELC years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunny Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 I'm also 100% fine with Hughes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasRanger Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Still can?t see Devils taking Kakko over Hughes Lots of connections between them Kid has been projected as the undisputed top pick in this draft for 3 years Shero has connection to his family Hughes is buddies with Hall and they work out together Hynes is coaching him now at the World?s Again they?d be stupid not to at least fully examine and discuss drafting Kakko. But in the end I think that would be just due diligence. They?re taking Hughes While anything is possible, I have no realistic doubts on them picking Hughes. Is it possible that he is not getting much ice time because Hynes doesn't want him hurt? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Lothbrok Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 I truly hope Kakko continues to dominate, because either we're getting that dominant player, or we're getting a franchise center like we've never drafted before that I was praying against all hope for three years now would end up a Ranger. We literally cannot lose here. Every day Kakko excels is better for us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzy Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Smith - Howden - Kakko Insert progression speed bump here!! :rofl: I knew you couldn't resist!!! LOL I really can't see New Jersey passing on Hughes....they would look terrible if they pass on the highest touted player for 3 years, the guy goes to the hated Rangers, and then wins them a cup inside 5 years... The Devils are building through the middle as well, and Hughes fits their build pretty well. He has connections with them, and his buddy Nico Hischier is already there picking out his linen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Future Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 It's plausible that you'll get more production out of Kakko than Hughes in their ELC years. I bet that's pretty close to a toss up, but it will also really depend on linemates. If Hughes is playing with Taylor Hall but Kakko is playing with, like Howden and Vesey or some shit, that will make a lot of differnece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangersIn7 Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Is it possible that he is not getting much ice time because Hynes doesn't want him hurt? No I don’t think so It’s more likely simply due to the fact that he’s the only amateur on a roster full of NHL’ers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasRanger Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 No I don’t think so It’s more likely simply due to the fact that he’s the only amateur on a roster full of NHL’ers That would make sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranger Lothbrok Posted May 19, 2019 Share Posted May 19, 2019 I do wonder if people would still be all about Kakko if we had the 1st overall pick. Like I wonder as to the extent to which the likelihood of getting him impacts folks' opinions. Anyone still taking Kakko if we were picking 1st overall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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