Willy Mitchell was the guy who got the concussion from the hit from behind by Malkin. Alberts was taken out by and elbow to the head by Brian McGratton, about 4 years after.
He's already stated that he has no interest in playing in the AHL. He will only leave the KHL to play in the NHL. A lot of NHL scouts over watching the KHL have said he is NHL ready now, thats not just coming from our scouts.
The more I see this kid play the more I love the pick by Benning.
Skates well, good defensively, nice hands, and man what a nice release!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pITc91M6MMU
Called up by the Canucks. Will they get him any game time with the big team before the seasons end? Guess it probably depends on the next 2 games vs the Jets and Kings, but would be nice to see him get into the line up. Definitley one of our black aces for the playoffs.