One thing is certain, Matvei Michkov is full of talent.
His 27 points in 30 games in his rookie season demonstrate this well.
On the other hand, we have often criticized a few things about his defensive play and his behavior.
And on this Saturday afternoon, during a clash between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Minnesota Wild, Michkov seems to have taken notes on the defensive aspect.
He even prevented a certain goal… from his own teammate Travis Konecny.
Amazing…
John Tortorella most likely told him about his shortcomings and Michkov probably misunderstood his coach.
He prevented a goal and it was well thought out… if it wasn’t your teammate who was going to score.
As Pete Blackburn said so well in his retweet above: “And people say he’s not good defensively.”
The defensive IQ should not be very high in the case of the Russian.
Following this match, the excellent page Big Head Hockey released a summary of his performance this afternoon.
“He does things that no one thought was possible in the NHL. »
I love this comment.
-1 goal and -2 in the differential, we have to do it…
Michkov’s defensive play: another dilemma for Tortorella to resolve.
Perhaps he will have to abandon this fight, as he abandoned the debate of the attempts at the goal Michigan.
At least, Torts will be able to count on the offensive contribution of his young protégé, failing to have a contender for the Frank J. Selke trophy (best defensive attacker).
In burst
– Good news for the Laval Rocket.
– We’re getting attached, everyone.
– We can expect a big tournament for Schaefer who has big motives for the competition.
– To read.
