The "total opposite" of unorthodox is orthodox, and 'orthodox' doesn't describe Sorokins style AT ALL.

Currently, Sorokin depends on his athleticism to recover from the mistakes his unorthodox playing style creates. He is absolutely a bit like Hasek in that regard.

Sorokin will need to conquer a steep learning curve in order to enjoy a long NHL career.
- Puckin_Island

My initial point was that comparing anyone to arguably the greatest goaltender to play the game is a little absurd.

My initial point was that comparing anyone to arguably the greatest goaltender to play the game is a little absurd.
- eichiefs9

And yet you thought Ho Sang comparing himself to McDavid was apt.

Hypocrite.

And yet you thought Ho Sang comparing himself to McDavid was apt.

Hypocrite.
- Wildschwein

When did I say that?

Did he ever actually say that? I remember him saying he wanted to be the best player in his draft class, which I probably said was fine for him to say. But I don't think I ever said I thought he'd be as good or better than McDavid

And yet you thought Ho Sang comparing himself to McDavid was apt.

Hypocrite.
- Wildschwein

Ho Sang’s song writing abilities evens it out with McDavid IMHO.

My initial point was that comparing anyone to arguably the greatest goaltender to play the game is a little absurd.
- eichiefs9

Hasek was totally unique in the way he played. Sorokin is much more technical then Hasek and is very calm in the net compared to Hasek. Obviously the best goalies have and rely on great athleticism when a save is made in desperation.

I think Hasek was one of the greats but not the best imho.

When did I say that?

Did he ever actually say that? I remember him saying he wanted to be the best player in his draft class, which I probably said was fine for him to say. But I don't think I ever said I thought he'd be as good or better than McDavid
- eichiefs9

You didn’t and he didn’t (at least I don’t think he did). I’m just trying to start some poop.

Ho Sang’s song writing abilities evens it out with McDavid IMHO.
- Cptmjl

I wasn’t aware that Ho Sang was musically inclined.

This changes everything...

Hasek was totally unique in the way he played. Sorokin is much more technical then Hasek and is very calm in the net compared to Hasek. Obviously the best goalies have and rely on great athleticism when a save is make in desperation.

I think Hasek was one of the greats but not the best imho.
- nyisles7

Hasek was totally unique in the way he played. Sorokin is much more technical then Hasek and is very calm in the net compared to Hasek. Obviously the best goalies have and rely on great athleticism when a save is make in desperation.

I think Hasek was one of the greats but not the best imho.
- nyisles7

That's better.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXA0xDJm46Q

Watch and you'll clearly see what concerns NHL pundits. He play far out of the crease, leaves the 5 hole open when he moves across and has trouble moving back. His athleticism allows him to get back, but watching those top 10 Sorokin saves and you'll see a few of those aren't really saves at all. The shooter misfires and puts the puck right into the goalie rather than the open net. Most NHL players bury those pucks.

If I could trade Sorokin for Shesterkin tomorrow, I would reduce my risk and make the trade.

That said, Sorokin could be even better, but he could also be a bust.

- Wildschwein

Roy, Brodeur and Dryden for me are 1,2 and 3 but I wouldn’t blame anyone for taking The Dominator as #1.

I wasn’t aware that Ho Sang was musically inclined.

This changes everything...
- Wildschwein

Word is he'll soon be singing the Blues.

Roy, Brodeur and Dryden for me are 1,2 and 3 but I wouldn’t blame anyone for taking The Dominator as #1.
- nyisles7

Perhaps I’m a bit jaded as to who the actual “best” truly is. I think we can all agree that Hasek was the most entertaining to watch, and that figures heavily into my decision.

Word is he'll soon be singing the Blues.
- Puckin_Island

Hon Sang and Leddy for Thomas?

Perhaps I’m a bit jaded as to who the actual “best” truly is. I think we can all agree that Hasek was the most entertaining to watch, and that figures heavily into my decision.
- Wildschwein

Entertaining indeed.
He would flip and spin more than a 2 buck hooker taking care of a bachelor party!

Hon Sang and Leddy for Thomas?
- Wildschwein

I meant he'll be singing the Blues because no NHL team will sign him.

I hope he does find a home in the NHL.

Entertaining indeed.
He would flip and spin more than a 2 buck hooker taking care of a bachelor party!
- nyisles7

That's an interesting life experience perspective.

Perhaps I’m a bit jaded as to who the actual “best” truly is. I think we can all agree that Hasek was the most entertaining to watch, and that figures heavily into my decision.
- Wildschwein

Ted Nolan found his wife entertaining.

Ted Nolan found his wife entertaining.
- Cptmjl

That’s what they say

That's better.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXA0xDJm46Q

Watch and you'll clearly see what concerns NHL pundits. He play far out of the crease, leaves the 5 hole open when he moves across and has trouble moving back. His athleticism allows him to get back, but watching those top 10 Sorokin saves and you'll see a few of those aren't really saves at all. The shooter misfires and puts the puck right into the goalie rather than the open net. Most NHL players bury those pucks.

If I could trade Sorokin for Shesterkin tomorrow, I would reduce my risk and make the trade.

That said, Sorokin could be even better, but he could also be a bust.
- Puckin_Island

What NHL pundits are concerned? I haven’t seen one negative scouting report on him

What NHL pundits are concerned? I haven’t seen one negative scouting report on him
- Vukota

Many, but 1 Puckin Pundit said he could be great or a bust.

What NHL pundits are concerned? I haven’t seen one negative scouting report on him
- Vukota

You haven't read of any concerns regarding his style?

Here's one. https://ingoalmag.com/fea...tyorkin-style-comparison/

Many, but 1 Puckin Pundit said he could be great or a bust.
- nyisles7

It's good to see that you've been working on your reading skills.

It's good to see that you've been working on your reading skills.

- Puckin_Island

New Blog

You haven't read of any concerns regarding his style?

Here's one. https://ingoalmag.com/fea...tyorkin-style-comparison/
- Puckin_Island

Actually I haven’t but I guess some blogger from 2018 qualifies as an NHL pundit🤷🏽‍♂️

Actually I haven’t but I guess some blogger from 2018 qualifies as an NHL pundit🤷🏽‍♂️
- Vukota

I didn't waste any time looking. I know how this works.