3putt Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 I'll probably get roasted for saying it....but his play style reminds me of McDavid. Disclaimer - I do not think Casey Mittelstadt will reach anywhere near McDavid's level, obviously. He also attacks constantly like McDavid. He is also willing to skate by players on the boards. McDavid burns so many dmen by letting them think they have the angle and he blows right past them. I don't think Casey will reach McDavids level, but it is an encouraging sign. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 He rushes the same way, I see what you mean. Yup, that's exactly it. When he gets the puck near his own blue line, nothing seemingly matters more to him than carrying the puck as quickly as his feet will allow him to, into the opposing zone. His transition game is off the charts. Then he stops on a dime to create the play in zone. He's looks special. Yup. Safe to say he's ranked over Nylander yet? The eye test on Mittelstadt is even more impressive than that written on him. He's gotta be our best prospect, and I'm still a Nylander guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 He also attacks constantly like McDavid. He is also willing to skate by players on the boards. McDavid burns so many dmen by letting them think they have the angle and he blows right past them. I don't think Casey will reach McDavids level, but it is an encouraging sign. The thing that makes McDavid elite is his quickness and top end speed. Mittlestadt looks fast at times against kids his age, let's see what he does in college against 22-24 year olds... I actually think college is more similar to the NHL than juniors because of the size and strength of the competition. If he gets 50-60 points, he'll be one and done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 In seriousness, Botterill must have been internally laughing when this kid fell to 8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pi2000 Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 In seriousness, Botterill must have been internally laughing when this kid fell to 8. I couldn't believe it either.... https://forums.sabrespace.com/topic/24418-2017-nhl-draft-general-nhl-thread/page-16?do=findComment&comment=950872 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3putt Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 The thing that makes McDavid elite is his quickness and top end speed. Mittlestadt looks fast at times against kids his age, let's see what he does in college against 22-24 year olds... I actually think college is more similar to the NHL than juniors because of the size and strength of the competition. If he gets 50-60 points, he'll be one and done. I don't disagree, but it takes a special attitude to challenge d along the wall. They have the advantage. Many players see the window closing and turn. The ones that blow through before the window closes are rarer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 I couldn't believe it either.... https://forums.sabrespace.com/topic/24418-2017-nhl-draft-general-nhl-thread/page-16?do=findComment&comment=950872 Good call. I'll subscribe to your newsletter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustache of God Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 https://www.reddit.com/r/sabres/comments/6r04s6/no_more_mittelstadt_pull_up_jokes_from_me/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted August 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 (edited) https://www.reddit.com/r/sabres/comments/6r04s6/no_more_mittelstadt_pull_up_jokes_from_me/ For those too lazy to click, it's a post of about 8 gifs of Mittelstadt, all from the USA -CAN game today Hoooollllllyyyy hell, does he look pretty Edited August 2, 2017 by WildCard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudacek Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 For those who worry about how we stack up against the Leafs, one could make very interesting, if premature, parallel to Marner. Which then leaves them without a Reinhart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorny Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 For those who worry about how we stack up against the Leafs, one could make very interesting, if premature, parallel to Marner. Which then leaves them without a Reinhart. Everything is going according to plan /Emperor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ct fab Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 For those who worry about how we stack up against the Leafs, one could make very interesting, if premature, parallel to Marner. Marner is a midget next to the mighty Casey though Which then leaves them without a Reinhart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
French Collection Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 Folks, first off I love this draft pick and he seems like a keeper. I think he can be special. But... Cody Hodgson led the 2009 WJHC tournament in scoring with 16 points in 6 games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winston Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 (edited) For those who worry about how we stack up against the Leafs, one could make very interesting, if premature, parallel to Marner. Which then leaves them without a Reinhart. Marner did 11 pull ups. But he does have weak little hands. Seriously though, I like this team comparison. And I like our order of young guns better, because they'll be getting their money after Jack already has his. Is it conceivable that Matthews, W Nylander, and Marner could all want extensions next off season? I'm glad we'll pay Jack, then know our money situation when we extend others. Just dreaming here. It depends on when each extension happens. But imagine if Casey gets a cup of coffee this year, full rookie season next year, then a breakout year on Jack's wing where he puts up massive numbers on an ELC. That stuff right there is how teams win cups. Edited August 2, 2017 by EichSnipe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marions Piazza Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 on draft day, Sabres fans across Twitter posted the meme of CM not doing his pull-ups yadda yadda. I believe Sam Bennett didn't do any or did one, can't remember, but that being said, Bennett had some injury issues with his shoulder. I believe he will play two years in college, his freshman year will have some fans saying he's a bust, but, i bet by his sophomore year he's got 15lbs of muscle added and he dominates college. I saw a few posts suggesting his speed and compete along the boards reminds them of McDavid yet he will never be as good as McDavid. Does he even have to be? If Mittelstadt can be better than Reinhart, then we should be dominant very soon. The future is bright! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 Cy Hgsn sighting!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 Folks, first off I love this draft pick and he seems like a keeper. I think he can be special. But... Cody Hodgson led the 2009 WJHC tournament in scoring with 16 points in 6 games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 Safe to say he's ranked over Nylander yet? The eye test on Mittelstadt is even more impressive than that written on him. He's gotta be our best prospect, and I'm still a Nylander guy. I think this has to be the case. The Minnesota kid whose name I will never be able to spell (hey, at least it has a superfluous D!) is our best prospect. Cody Hodgson led the 2009 WJHC tournament in scoring with 16 points in 6 games. This is fair. Howevah, d4rk's rejoinder is spot on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derrico Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 It moved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 The Sabres Fanatics Twitter is a must follow, btw. They have a collection of Middleshtaht highlights from yesterday's matchup. This one isn't a goal, but it's one of my faves: https://twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/892486549627183107 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 The Sabres Fanatics Twitter is a must follow, btw. They have a collection of Middleshtaht highlights from yesterday's matchup. This one isn't a goal, but it's one of my faves: https://twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/892486549627183107 If this kid pans out, we're going to have a new version of the Pomenstien filter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildCard Posted August 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 The Sabres Fanatics Twitter is a must follow, btw. They have a collection of Middleshtaht highlights from yesterday's matchup. This one isn't a goal, but it's one of my faves: https://twitter.com/SabresFanatics/status/892486549627183107 If this kid pans out, we're going to have a new version of the Pomenstien filter. Knew Smell was a Mass Hole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 If this kid pans out, we're going to have a new version of the Pomenstien filter. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That Aud Smell Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 Knew Smell was a Mass Hole Took me a minute. I was more going for a heavily Germanic sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnyguy Posted August 2, 2017 Report Share Posted August 2, 2017 (edited) I know he is just a young kid but after watching some of his highlights his style and skating reminds of Pat LaFontaine. His ability to get around and behind defensemen is very similar to Patty Edited August 2, 2017 by wnyguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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