Tim Taylor on Stenberg, Lindstein & Carbonneau

[John Cocktoastin]

"Otto is a very smart player. He doesn’t gain a lot of recognition around the ice because he does things that look easy, and he’s always in the right spot at the right time. He got his feet wet last season, and now he’s going through the trials and tribulations. It’s kind of like his second-year pro, where guys fall off a little bit, but then they get going again. He had a tough time at the start points-wise, but we’re happy with his play. I could see him playing some NHL games this year."

Taylor was asked if Minnesota Wild's Jonas Brodin was a good comparable for Lindstein, and Taylor was thrilled to see the comparison.

"This fan really knows their hockey — Brodin is a real good example! Theo has taken a big jump since the start of the year. The ebbs and flows of his game, it’s been really good. I thought it was going to be a harder transition, and we’d have to be patient with him. But he’s been a real pleasant surprise in that he’s handled the AHL grind very well. He’s the type of player where his growth is on a high incline from the start of the year until now.

On Carbo...

Well, as people may know, Team Canada got announced, and Justin Carbonneau was not on it, which we’re disappointed. But you don’t know exactly what they’re thinking. It’s changed dramatically on how the management is going to pick the team. So you hope your guy is picked, but I’m not sure what they’re looking for. I’m not going to speak on their behalf. I will speak for our organization — we’re very happy with him

[Francis Park Thug]

Nice! Thanks for the post, J.C.

[John Cocktoastin]

No problem, FPT.

The most interesting line to me (referring to Stenberg)...

"I could see him playing some NHL games this year."

[John Cocktoastin]

Couple more...

Juraj Pekarcik (my guy)...

Those are big shoes to fill, but Pekarcik (6-foot-2, 205 pounds) has got the size of Malkin, and he likes to hold onto the puck like him. He’s a big kid, especially for a 20-year-old down in the AHL, and he pushes guys off pucks. I’m really impressed with Pekarcik, just the way he’s handled it. He’s one of our players who plays the same way every day. There’s still lots of room for growth, but he’s on track to be an NHL player.

Stancl...

Stancl had a hat trick the other night, so he’s really coming. I hate to say this, but the best part about having injuries up top (on the Blues’ roster) is that younger players get to play more (in the AHL). So a guy like Stancl, he’s been on the fourth line, and he’s moved up the lineup. He’s been on wing, and we’ve moved him to center. He’s shown over the last couple of years, you don’t think he’s going to be a high-end player, and all of a sudden, he’s playing on your top line. At the World Juniors last year, they pushed him down the lineup, and then he’s leading them in goals. He’s the type of player that — he just proves everyone wrong.

Korotky...

He wanted to come to development camp, but his KHL team said no, and we had to respect that. He’s got two more years left on his contract after this year, but he’s playing a big part on that team — top-six minutes as a 19-year-old. He’s a top prospect who’s underrated.

[SameOldBlues]

Thanks for posting the prospect info. Where ya gettin the quotes from, a radio interview? Or from online?

[SameOldBlues]

Nevermind, just saw it on the Athletic

[Rollin' on the River]

I do wish they would’ve given Carbonneau a 9 game look. The kid has everything this roster lacks.

He’s wasting his time in Boisbrand this season, in my opinion.

[DawgDad]

I do wish they would’ve given Carbonneau a 9 game look. The kid has everything this roster lacks.

He’s wasting his time in Boisbrand this season, in my opinion.

You might want to re-read and reconsider your second sentence. Keep in mind they have Dvorsky and he's struggling.

[zamadoo]

Thanks John.

Really agree on his Stancl take, and I like that they've moved him to center. Nice tidbit on Korotky as well. Don't think about the Russian guys often. I liked what I saw from Susuyev in the preseason. Might have a few coming that aren't as talked about.

[John Cocktoastin]

Thanks John.

Really agree on his Stancl take, and I like that they've moved him to center. Nice tidbit on Korotky as well. Don't think about the Russian guys often. I liked what I saw from Susuyev in the preseason. Might have a few coming that aren't as talked about.

Zamadoo:

Nothing specific about Susuyev, but this is a 2-parter article, so maybe an update on him next time. He touched on Russian scouting in general. Still amazed at the draft slot for Korotky and his progression....

Is it currently harder to scout Russian prospects who are draft-eligible compared to five years ago? – Chris B.

Yes, very different. The dynamics of the war have changed everything. We have not gone to Russia, and Russia has not been part of any of the world tournaments, so it’s really tough. Our development guys watch a lot of video, and we have a Russian scout that keeps us updated once a week. But we really have to see them over here to get a full analysis of what their play is like against the competition here. So, there’s a lot of different variables right now, and at the end of the day, it’s just not being able to see enough of them

[Rollin' on the River]

I do wish they would’ve given Carbonneau a 9 game look. The kid has everything this roster lacks.

He’s wasting his time in Boisbrand this season, in my opinion.

You might want to re-read and reconsider your second sentence. Keep in mind they have Dvorsky and he's struggling.

I get why he’s not here. I still would’ve liked to see them give him a 9 game look. He possesses some sandpaper and this roster desperately needs someone with some sack.