Even though he was a European import playing in the OHL, Landeskog still able to demonstrate the leadership qualities that helped make him a captain. In fact, at 17 years old he was the youngest player to wear the “C” for the Kitchener Rangers in three decades. People are so obsessed with his spectacular leadership qualities that sometimes his play on the ice isn’t adequately appreciated. Landeskog has the ability to play the grinding game of a power forward, but still possesses the vision and skill of a potential top five pick. Since he has off-the-charts leadership qualities, the most common comparison is to former Flyers captain Mike Richards.
Something to keep in mind when looking at his statistics is that he was injured when playing with Team Sweden at the World Junior Championships. If it weren’t for the midseason injury, the numbers would have been that much more impressive. Landeskog is the most NHL ready player in this year’s draft and could very well make an NHL roster this fall.
Height: 6’0”
Weight: 207 lbs
Position: Left Wing
Team: Kitchener (OHL)
- 2009-10: 24 goals and 22 assists (46 points) in 61 games
- 2010-11: 36 goals and 30 assists (66 points) in 53 games
Rankings
NHL CENTRAL SCOUTING | #2 SKATER (NA) |
TSN | 4TH OVERALL |
INTERNATIONAL SCOUTING SERVICES | 6TH OVERALL |
THE HOCKEY NEWS | 3RD OVERALL |
NHL Central Scouting’s Chris Edwards
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