Article: Charlie Stramel Can Fill A Void At Michigan State

[Luke Sims]

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[Enforceror]

If Stramel turns into a Sturm type player, I wouldn't be disappointed.

[Kato AK]

3 hours ago, Enforceror said:

If Stramel turns into a Sturm type player, I wouldn't be disappointed.

Hopefully Sturm is the floor. As a 1st round pick, I would hope for another JEEK or Anton Lundell as a ceiling.

[1Brotherbill]

The hope is he has a really good season showing that he is a center who can win draws.  The other hope is Michigan State is an early exit from the playoffs and he joins the Wild organization.  Get a few games in before the playoffs and maybe have him be in the mix in the bottom six.  Someone who wins 52% of the draws would put him at the top of that stat with the Wild.  

The Wild make a trade at the deadline for ROR.  Have Ek, Rossi, Yurov, Sturm and then put Stramel in the mix.  That would be a solid team down the middle with some decent size.  Move Rossi to the wing for the playoffs and you have skill, size, and above all faceoff percentages.

[Scalptrash]

Not that impressed with the video clips. Two wide open nets, hell, even I could've scored goals there and I haven't played in decades. The most impressive clip is the first assist, but that looks more like luck than skill.

Either way, I hope he develops into a top six player, but it seems very unlikely. Thus, another wasted first round pick. I can't wait to see who the cream of the crop is that they passed on with that pick in the coming years.

[Enforceror]

14 hours ago, Kato AK said:

Hopefully Sturm is the floor. As a 1st round pick, I would hope for another JEEK or Anton Lundell as a ceiling.

For sure, that'd be amazing however I'm not overly optimistic that he'll get there. Prove me wrong Charlie!

[MNCountryLife]

I try to be optimistic about our prospects.  But I just don't see Stramel developing into an NHL capable player.  I think Stramel was picked solely for his size and simply doesn't have the necessary skill to break into the lineup... Normally when I watch videos of players that are moving into the NHL their play stands out...his does not.

This is based solely on my unprofessional eye test.  My humble opinion.  I just don't see any flash or skill that makes him stand out against any other NCAA players.  If he doesn't stand out in the NCAA how is he going to make it in the NHL.  I get he is only 20 years old but I think he has a long ways to go.

I hope I am wrong.  We could use a 6' 3'' hard nosed guy in the center position.  

[Enforceror]

25 minutes ago, MNCountryLife said:

I try to be optimistic about our prospects.  But I just don't see Stramel developing into an NHL capable player.  I think Stramel was picked solely for his size and simply doesn't have the necessary skill to break into the lineup... Normally when I watch videos of players that are moving into the NHL their play stands out...his does not.

This is based solely on my unprofessional eye test.  My humble opinion.  I just don't see any flash or skill that makes him stand out against any other NCAA players.  If he doesn't stand out in the NCAA how is he going to make it in the NHL.  I get he is only 20 years old but I think he has a long ways to go.

I hope I am wrong.  We could use a 6' 3'' hard nosed guy in the center position.  

If his faceoff ability can translate to the N, that'll be helpful to the team. I can see him as a 3rd 4th liner who can forecheck and be defensively responsible.

This role has value, especially on an ELC.

[mnfaninnc]

If he can pass the puck competently I'll be happy. As for offense, his job will be to slam in rebounds, screen goalies, and tip pucks. For him to be effective, the home plate area is what he owns. 

There's always a spot for a big guy who can skate. If he's got some quick hands, all the better. My hope is he turns into an Alex Tuch type of player. 

Edited Friday at 03:50 PM by mnfaninnc

[MNCountryLife]

Has anyone ever seen the IA Wild training facility?  If you have, would be great to see a review of it and (if possible) see how it compares to other AHL facilities.  I have questions...

- Do they have trainers that help with specific muscle groups?

- Do they have ways to help with players footwork, shooting, vision etc..?

- How many hours a day are they practicing?

- What do they focus on when preparing these guys for the N?

A general overview would also be great.  

[mnfaninnc]

MNCL handing out homework assignments.  I love it. Maybe Neil can give you the tour?

[TCMooch]

I’m not expecting much if anything from Stramel. Luckily, due to Fenton drafting Filip Johansson, he isn’t the worst first round draft pick in the past 10 years.