Maybe, but Gaudreau is a lot more skilled. Much more upside to him.
Didn't Gallagher had three straight 40+ goals seasons?
And he's currently doing quite well in the AHL. Most Habs fan pencil him as a good 2nd line winger that could give you 30/30 seasons. A more talented, grittier version of Gionta.
What's Gaudreau's upside? Because being that much more skilled than Gallagher implies that he could become a PPG player in the big league.
Didn't Gallagher had three straight 40+ goals seasons?
And he's currently doing quite well in the AHL. Most Habs fan pencil him as a good 2nd line winger that could give you 30/30 seasons. A more talented, grittier version of Gionta.
What's Gaudreau's upside? Because being that much more skilled than Gallagher implies that he could become a PPG player in the big league.
He projects to be a first line forward if he reaches his peak, many Flames fans believe he is more skilled than Sven just depends on him translating.
And he's currently doing quite well in the AHL. Most Habs fan pencil him as a good 2nd line winger that could give you 30/30 seasons. A more talented, grittier version of Gionta.
He's doing pretty well in the AHL, and very well might be a 2nd line winger if he continues his development. Gionta is a good comparison...but he'd be a slower, more in your face version with not as hard as a slapper and perhaps not as gifted hand-eye wise. I can't really say he's more talented but if he develops into anything close to a Gionta Habs fans will be thrilled.
Gaudreau is a very good player, but Baertschi is on a whole other talent level.
No they aren't. I can see it being debatable, but Gaudreau in terms of pure talent is right there with Baertschi if not better. The biggest difference between the pair is Baertschi at this point appears he will be at worst a 2nd line winger. With Gaudreau he will still have to see how his size plays an impact, so his downside is possibly not being an NHLer.
Gaudreau has also shown a clutch ability to score that Baertschi hasn't shown. Gaudreau has more game winning goals this year for Boston College in 11 games than Baertschi had all of last season. Gaudreau has also won a league championship in each of his past 2 years being the MVP for both teams and looks to be on track to do it again. Sven was never able to lead a stacked Portland team to a league Championship in 2 tries in the WHL championship series.
No they aren't. I can see it being debatable, but Gaudreau in terms of pure talent is right there with Baertschi if not better. The biggest difference between the pair is Baertschi at this point appears he will be at worst a 2nd line winger. With Gaudreau he will still have to see how his size plays an impact, so his downside is possibly not being an NHLer.
Gaudreau has also shown a clutch ability to score that Baertschi hasn't shown. Gaudreau has more game winning goals this year for Boston College in 11 games than Baertschi had all of last season. Gaudreau has also won a league championship in each of his past 2 years being the MVP for both teams and looks to be on track to do it again. Sven was never able to lead a stacked Portland team to a league Championship in 2 tries in the WHL championship series.
Clutch ability to score? Baertschi lead the playoffs in scoring.
After seeing both players on the same ice surface, it really wasnt even close to me. They have similar talent, but Baertschi just does it easier. He oozed talent and explosiveness that Gaudreau just didn't.
Clutch ability to score? Baertschi lead the playoffs in scoring.
After seeing both players on the same ice surface, it really wasnt even close to me. They have similar talent, but Baertschi just does it easier. He oozed talent and explosiveness that Gaudreau just didn't.
Sure he produced in the post season, but playoff points is not the same as scoring when your team needs it the most. Sven was shutout in games 6 & 7 against Edmonton in the finals last year.
I am also not saying Sven has no clutch ability, in fact I think he will be a decent clutch performer for the Flames but Gaudreau's ability to score a big goal or make a big play to set up a big goal is off the charts.
Gaudreau is a very good player, but Baertschi is on a whole other talent level.
Not really man, their talent levels are very similar, it's just that we know with some certainty that Sven's talent will translate to the NHL and John is a bit of a wildcard due to his size.
Anyone who's seen Gaudreau play has said his talent level is a 10/10, so no, Sven is not on a whole other talent level.
Talent can be acknowledged in may different ways. Offensively, Gaudreau is without a doubt in the same ballpark as Sven in terms of upside and ability. When it comes to other areas of the game however Baertschi is far more refined and as a result his upside as a complete player is significantly higher and more attainable.
If they both were to hit there "up most" potential it would then be like comparing Patrick Kane to Marian Hossa. For me personally I take the Hossa type player everyday of the week.
Wouldn't that be nice?
I think it's about time we start seeing some high end players come out of this organization on a consistent basis.
From the very start I have taken a "wait and see" approach with Gaudreau, but I must admit that it is becoming increasingly difficult to muzzle my optimism at this point. I am really looking forward to seeing what he can accomplish at the WJC's this year.
Clutch ability to score? Baertschi lead the playoffs in scoring.
After seeing both players on the same ice surface, it really wasnt even close to me. They have similar talent, but Baertschi just does it easier. He oozed talent and explosiveness that Gaudreau just didn't.
I totally disagree with you here. Sven is going to be a very good player but skill wise he does not measure up to Gaudreau, not even that close actually. If Gaudreau can translate his game into the NHL I have zero doubt he will be the Flames future leading scorer year after year. Kid has off the chart skill.
got a question for Flames fan, Why are they always going off the board with long term prospect?
Do management think the crop of star players at the NHL level will still be going strong in 7-8 years? That's my problem with picks like Jankowski and Gaudreau. They may pan out, but not for a long time.
got a question for Flames fan, Why are they always going off the board with long term prospect?
Do management think the crop of star players at the NHL level will still be going strong in 7-8 years? That's my problem with picks like Jankowski and Gaudreau. They may pan out, but not for a long time.
gaudreau was a 4th round pick. not exactly "off the board".
jankowski was going in th first or early second. So wasnt much of a reach at 21 either. HF likes to hate on flames. Seems like popular thing to do.
If u want high end talent but never pick top 5 these boom/bust typeare best way.
got a question for Flames fan, Why are they always going off the board with long term prospect?
Do management think the crop of star players at the NHL level will still be going strong in 7-8 years? That's my problem with picks like Jankowski and Gaudreau. They may pan out, but not for a long time.
As Haatley said JG was a 4th round pick that isn't off the board, and there were 2 other teams willing to take Janko in the first round right after the Flames so he was going in the first. Many say that Janko is comparable to Bjugstad who is arguably the top center in the NCAA he was also drafted out of high school and took half a season to transition to the NCAA. Why would the Flames take Janko because he is follows Bjugstad he could be a top center prospect.
gaudreau was a 4th round pick. not exactly "off the board".
jankowski was going in th first or early second. So wasnt much of a reach at 21 either. HF likes to hate on flames. Seems like popular thing to do.
If u want high end talent but never pick top 5 these boom/bust typeare best way.
I don't hate the Flames, I'm just perplexed by some of their choices. You have to admit their track record isn't the best in the NHL. That being said they did alright in recent years.
I'm not saying Jankowski is a bust, I do think he has great potential. It's just that I think Calgary should go for more polished prospect as they will sorely need help sooner rather then later.
and your right 4 round isn't bad I thought he was drafted sooner.
I don't hate the Flames, I'm just perplexed by some of their choices. You have to admit their track record isn't the best in the NHL. That being said they did alright in recent years.
I'm not saying Jankowski is a bust, I do think he has great potential. It's just that I think Calgary should go for more polished prospect as they will sorely need help sooner rather then later.
and your right 4 round isn't bad I thought he was drafted sooner.
Is it really that bad? Chucko and pelech busted hard. But phaneuf is an nhl captain. Tim erixon is a top d prospect. Nemisz an still be a good 3rd liner. They rarely have had 2nd round picks. With their third a few years ago they nabbed max reinhart who looks good. Brodie was a 4th rounder who looks good. Sven is a stud.
