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In terms of style/athletic talent, maybe there are similarities.

But in terms of mental make up, Virtanen loves the physical side of the game and thrives on it. His internal motor is way better then Booth's motor and Virtanen actually uses what he has in the tool box.

If you're looking for a comparison, think more in line with Dustin Brown or Ryan Callahan with a better shot.

The internal motor disappeared post-concussion.

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He really is identical to David Booth pre-concussion which should be considered a success if he becomes like him.

Virtanen has a far superior shot and plays, in Benning's words, a "meaner" game. They both can skate, hit, and drive the net so they're quite similar in that respect. But I don't think Virtanen is necessarily some carbon copy of Booth. At full potential (which is asking a lot...), Virtanen provides much more than Booth has.

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Virtanen compares to Ovechikn for me (not talent but style). Both are fast and hard hitting. Both have questionable defense (at least Virtanen has time to improve). Both are shoot first, shoot second, pass third guys. I would love to see Virtanen play with the Sedins in a few years.

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How accurate is his shot? He can obviously rip it but can he become a sniper where he can score from anywhere on the ice?

well. that's the question isn't it?

if his hockey IQ improves - he becomes the complete player. finding linemates, and scoring as well as being physical in his play. what a beast of a player he would be.

here's to hoping!

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Virtanen compares to Ovechikn for me (not talent but style). Both are fast and hard hitting. Both have questionable defense (at least Virtanen has time to improve). Both are shoot first, shoot second, pass third guys. I would love to see Virtanen play with the Sedins in a few years.

Can't see the Nucks ever allowing a player to become as defensively inept as Ovi. Ovi's superstar status interfered with his overall development.

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