-AJ- Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted February 25, 2023 Author Share Posted February 25, 2023 Observations from statistical analysis: *Note that all of these are from his NHL experience unless noted* - TOI suggests he's a bottom six forward currently - Has shown skills to be a top six forward at KHL level based on 13 points in 19 games last year - Tall, but lanky at 6'3", 186 pounds - Currently produces at an underwhelming 15-20 point rate in 82 games - Ice time has dropped in 2022-23 compared to 2020-21 - Very non-physical with only 2.06 hits per 60. Only Kakko and Panarin hit less among Rangers forwards - Mediocre shot-blocking frequency - Hasn't drawn a single penalty all year, though also takes very few penalties as well - No PK time at all - Tiny bit of PP time and decent results in that time--more of a backup on the PP than a regular on either unit - Satisfactory puck possession metrics, but not overly impressive - No shootout attempts in his career - Hasn't played in the AHL since 2019-20--has played in the KHL instead since and last played there in 2021-22. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasCanuck Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 This is a pretty solid acquisition really.... I mean, I hate how our GM's mortgage our future, squandering our 7th round picks, but..... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted February 25, 2023 Author Share Posted February 25, 2023 Kravtsov's first two of currently 5 NHL goals: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Provost Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 (edited) I don't hold out much hope, but at the same time he cost us effectively nothing and at least has a better chance of working out than Lockwood. This last part of the season is pretty ideal to find out if he has any potential to be a real player or not. Give him some top 6 time and enough minutes with better linemates to see what happens. Probably not better than Garland/Podkolzin/Hoglander... but maybe. The guys like this who have just been with one team or coach are better bets than guys who have bounced out of several teams. It could just be he didn't get a chance or mesh with their team. Do this a dozen times with similar pedigree players and maybe you unearth a gem. As long as the acquisition cost is minor, why not. Edited February 25, 2023 by Provost 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck You Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 We have the biggest Russian mafia in Canada! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 Lockwood and a 7th is worth a gamble. Low risk, high reward type trade. Worst case neither team gets anything really out of it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 Just now, Canuck You said: We have the biggest Russian mafia in Canada! Who cares, we have Petey who's John Wick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucker 67 Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 Bear is wearing his #74, so I wonder if Kravtsov will wear #47? (Juulsen's number) or maybe #7? (Lockwood's old number) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJockitch Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 26 minutes ago, -AJ- said: Observations from statistical analysis: *Note that all of these are from his NHL experience unless noted* - TOI suggests he's a bottom six forward currently - Has shown skills to be a top six forward at KHL level based on 13 points in 19 games last year - Tall, but lanky at 6'3", 186 pounds - Currently produces at an underwhelming 15-20 point rate in 82 games - Ice time has dropped in 2022-23 compared to 2020-21 - Very non-physical with only 2.06 hits per 60. Only Kakko and Panarin hit less among Rangers forwards - Mediocre shot-blocking frequency - Hasn't drawn a single penalty all year, though also takes very few penalties as well - No PK time at all - Tiny bit of PP time and decent results in that time--more of a backup on the PP than a regular on either unit - Satisfactory puck possession metrics, but not overly impressive - No shootout attempts in his career - Hasn't played in the AHL since 2019-20--has played in the KHL instead since and last played there in 2021-22. Man I thought I have been negative lately. Sounds like a project player. Good size, good speed, good pedigree, needs work. Would actually like to see him in Abby back at C which I believe he was prior to draft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coconuts Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 Low-cost acquisition, I'm not really expecting much. He's waivers eligible and if he can't hack it here other teams would get a crack at him, which wouldn't be the end of the world if he doesn't amount to much. Maybe he turns into something here, he'll certainly be given a chance to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasCanuck Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 From Elite Prospects; A big, skilled winger that can play up and down the lineup and provide scoring in a number of roles. He brings grit and physical size, but could be more assertive in throwing his weight around more. Displays excellent speed on the rush and in zone entry, but could backcheck quicker. Plays well in his own end and takes away lanes. Very good hands and awareness. Kravtsov has the potential to develop into a staple top six forward that can produce at the next level. [EP] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 I think he'll be a more motivated player here for 2 main reasons: 1. The Russian connections available here from Kuz to Mik to Podz to even Gonchar. 2. He'll probably want to show the NYR what they lost out on. What better way than to become a successful top 6 forward. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmm Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 1 hour ago, Provost said: I don't hold out much hope, but at the same time he cost us effectively nothing and at least has a better chance of working out than Lockwood. This last part of the season is pretty ideal to find out if he has any potential to be a real player or not. Give him some top 6 time and enough minutes with better linemates to see what happens. Probably not better than Garland/Podkolzin/Hoglander... but maybe. The guys like this who have just been with one team or coach are better bets than guys who have bounced out of several teams. It could just be he didn't get a chance or mesh with their team. Do this a dozen times with similar pedigree players and maybe you unearth a gem. As long as the acquisition cost is minor, why not. I've seen 3 posters say pedigree https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pedigree#:~:text=%3A a table or list showing,breed recorded by a pedigree I don't see that that is the appropriate use of the word Do Jake and Oli have pedigree as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johngould21 Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 So far how are these college kids working out? Lockwood is the latest that hasn't caught on to a full time gig in the bigs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Provost Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 1 hour ago, lmm said: I've seen 3 posters say pedigree https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pedigree#:~:text=%3A a table or list showing,breed recorded by a pedigree I don't see that that is the appropriate use of the word Do Jake and Oli have pedigree as well? It refers to his draft position. It is a correct usage of the word. the background or history of a person or thing, especially as conferringdistinction or quality. "the scheme has a long pedigree" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noble 6 Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 (edited) Highlights from his draft year (2018, same year as Hughes) where he was taken 9th overall. Edited February 26, 2023 by Noble 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-DLC- Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaos Giraffe Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Love this kind of gamble. Could see him working out here. W Allvin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyLow_ Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 Don't love it. We have enough soft wingers and shit attitudes on the team. This kid flat out refuses to play in the AHL which is where he belongs. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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