“For the first time – maybe in 4 of the last 6 games – and it’s funny, it’s been happening since he’s been paired with Ivan Demidov and Kapanen… but I’m seeing flashes… Listen to me, I’m seeing FLASHES of Mikko Rantanen when I watch Juraj Slafkovsky.
I’m not telling you he’s suddenly become a 100-point guy, Slafkovsky. I’m not saying that. But I am saying that in the way he carries himself and in the impact he generally has, I’m seeing some flashes of Mikko Rantanen. And that’s positive in the sense that… has anyone ever said there’s a set timeframe to become a dominant player?
No? Is it possible that Juraj is starting to become one right now? Yes.
– Anthony Martineau