HW 2011 Prospects: Nicklas Jensen

With each post, you will get to understand what type of player he is, and how he can help the Wild. You'll understand his strengths, flaws and get to understand what type of player he'll develop into.

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Now, introducing Oshawa Generals winger Nicklas Jensen:

History And Accomplishments:

HW's Take:

We have seen this before.

Extremely talented offensively, major consistency issues (Benoit Pouliot anyone?)

But his offensive game is impressive. Can control the pace of the game, very elusive, has a wide range of above average shots and good playmaking skills. Has the frame to protect the puck well and if he added some mass to his body, he can be very dangerous and very dominant.

But how will teams take his bust factor? Will his offensive talents be enough to make him into a top 15 pick or will his inconsistent play scare enough teams to fall into the end of the first?

HW's Projection

Top six offensive winger

Summary Scouts Notes

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Where Does He Fit With The Wild?

For a team that is starved for offense, Jensen is one of the best in the draft in that area.

If the team is hoping for a home-run pick, Jensen could be it.

Good Choice At #10?

After seeing busts from 2004-2009, and seeing two high risk picks (Benoit Pouliot and A.J Thelen) crash and burn, I don't think I will be very comfortable seeing Jensen picked at #10.

I will understand why because his offense is very attractive. I just don't like the bust factor in him. Its too unsettling and with only one blue-chip prospect in our system, I don't think the Wild should take the gamble.

How Does He Look As A Wild?

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