Lindblom is a powerful skater with a strong, two-way game. He isn't shy to do the dirty work and is a pain to move out from in front of the net. He gets himself open to create offensive chances but isn't overly flashy. (August 2013)

http://www.eliteprospects...m/player.php?player=86181
- Tomahawk

So, NOT a goon? I am flabbergasted.

So, NOT a goon? I am flabbergasted.

- MBFlyerfan

Seems like a really good pick for the 5th-round.

Bill Meltzer
@billmeltzer
Lindblom dominated J20 SuperElit playoffs and then was strong for Swedes at U18 Worlds. Also dressed in 4 SHL games for @Brynas

Btw, biggest WTF pick so far... WSH takes a 20-yo Australian kid who has been already playing for their farm team in Hershey w/ a 3rd-rounder. Odd.

So, NOT a goon? I am flabbergasted.

- MBFlyerfan

I wonder if that pick cost homer his job. 3 weeks later, hextall was hired.

Seems like a really good pick for the 5th-round.
- Tomahawk

It really does. I just like the fact that Hexy seems to be picking guys that may be able to play. I have nothing against Tyrell Goulbourne, but picks like that always have me shaking my head.

Bill Meltzer
@billmeltzer
Lindblom dominated J20 SuperElit playoffs and then was strong for Swedes at U18 Worlds. Also dressed in 4 SHL games for @Brynas
- opeth_pa

Really like the pick...

Talent Analysis - LINDBLOM

Lindblom goes hard to the net and likes to stick around once there. He’s someone who offers up his body in the corners and in the slot. Decent hands in tight and does have an eye for finding his linemates. Can play a corner rotation game. A player who is ready to go where it hurts and take punishment to make things happen. Lindblom is defensively aware and plays the game in all three zones. Sometimes shows some above-average cleverness and tends to enjoy the trust of his coaches.

Lindblom is not particularly fast nor a skater whose agility and movement sticks out at you. Seems to make no impact from more than 5-10 feet within the goal. Not a player who makes things happen much, but more a benefactor who can complement better skill players. Tends not to make an impact in games where his team needs players to step up. Lindblom has decent size, but doesn’t necessarily have a frame conducive to the addition of a lot of weight.

Lindblom is a powerful skater with a strong, two-way game. He isn't shy to do the dirty work and is a pain to move out from in front of the net. He gets himself open to create offensive chances but isn't overly flashy. (August 2013)

http://www.eliteprospects...m/player.php?player=86181
- Tomahawk

They always go for the behemoths!!!

They always go for the behemoths!!!
- PhillySportsGuy

BTW, Leafs retain money in Gunnarsson deal.

It really does. I just like the fact that Hexy seems to be picking guys that may be able to play. I have nothing against Tyrell Goulbourne, but picks like that always have me shaking my head.
- MBFlyerfan

I had a problem of when Goul was picked. I would rather get skill in the 4th round instead of Rinaldo Jr.

BTW, Leafs retain money in Gunnarsson deal.
- Tomahawk

The poop...

The poop...
- bigmookalookie

$630k according to CapGeek.

BTW, Leafs retain money in Gunnarsson deal.
- Tomahawk

How is this possible?

$630k according to CapGeek.
- Tomahawk

good lord... Leafs got fleeced lol

Talent Analysis - LINDBLOM

Lindblom goes hard to the net and likes to stick around once there. He’s someone who offers up his body in the corners and in the slot. Decent hands in tight and does have an eye for finding his linemates. Can play a corner rotation game. A player who is ready to go where it hurts and take punishment to make things happen. Lindblom is defensively aware and plays the game in all three zones. Sometimes shows some above-average cleverness and tends to enjoy the trust of his coaches.

Lindblom is not particularly fast nor a skater whose agility and movement sticks out at you. Seems to make no impact from more than 5-10 feet within the goal. Not a player who makes things happen much, but more a benefactor who can complement better skill players. Tends not to make an impact in games where his team needs players to step up. Lindblom has decent size, but doesn’t necessarily have a frame conducive to the addition of a lot of weight.
- Chris48

Talk about trying hard to find negatives. The kid is 17-18.

$630k according to CapGeek.
- Tomahawk

The Leafs should be contacted and asked if they want VL. I am sure Hexy could spin him off to the Leafs for a good deal

Talk about trying hard to find negatives. The kid is 17-18.
- PhillySteen

Perhaps he has small shoulders and tiny hips

The Leafs should be contacted and asked if they want VL. I am sure Hexy could spin him off to the Leafs for a good deal
- bigmookalookie

VL for Phaneuf

Perhaps he has small shoulders and tiny hips
- PhillySportsGuy

His voice hasn't dropped yet...

1 hour ago

@Real_ESPNLeBrun: Leafs retained $200,000 of cap hit in Polak-Gunnarsson deal

Talk about trying hard to find negatives. The kid is 17-18.
- PhillySteen

That's what the scouting report said, not my opinion btw

12 minutes ago

@TSNBobMcKenzie: MTL D Josh Gorges' name is out there in trade talk. TOR made a pitch for Gorges but no CDN team is on list of 15 teams he can be dealt to.

Flyers 3rd round pick, Mark Friedman, is jewish

Mazel Tov.

Flyers 3rd round pick, Mark Friedman, is jewish

Mazel Tov.
- PhillySportsGuy

gee i would have never guessed from that name