Why the Chicago Blackhawks should draft this centerman
Oliver Moore's draft rankings are taking a hit due to his smaller stature, which is a common challenge for undersized forwards.
However, size does not always correlate with talent, as exemplified by elite player
Sidney Crosby who stands at 5'11".
Moore, who is also 5'11", is offensively gifted with a great shot and the courage to take the puck into risky areas in the offensive zone.
He is a fast skater and prefers the left side, top-of-the-point to create scoring opportunities through shooting or passing.
Despite being overlooked due to his size, Moore is not afraid to backcheck and can perform this task competently. Adding more physicality to his two-way play by bulking up could benefit him.
While some may be concerned about his size translating to the NHL center position,
Brayden Point, who is comparable in size, has successfully played as a 1C for some time now.
Moore has the potential to become a 65 to 75-point scorer and lead the team in transition once fully developed.
This could make him an excellent choice for the team and a straightforward pick, especially if he is still available for one of the Blackhawks' 11 picks.
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JUIN 19 | 242 ANSWERS Why the Chicago Blackhawks should draft this centerman Should the Blackhawks draft Oliver Moore? |
Yes | 155 | 64 % |
No | 87 | 36 % |
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