DANIEL SPRONG - Left Winger - 22 - $.750MM Cap Hit - RFA in 2020-2021
LAST UPDATED 7/18/19
While Daniel Sprong has posted downright ridiculous numbers at every level he's played at in his hockey career, those numbers have not translated into NHL success just yet. For Sprong, the tools are all there. He's a tremendous skater, has great playmaking instincts, and possesses a lethal shot. He's truly a threat to create scoring chances whenever he's on the ice, and his isolated impact metrics bear out that point. That all being said, though, Sprong is a liability on defense, lacking the willingness to backcheck relentlessly and lacking the defensive IQ to be an asset in his own zone. Sprong is not strong enough to consistently win fights for pucks, and as a result that lack of strength impacts his offense, as he's less able to create the time and space needed for his offensive talents to shine through. He'll need to get stronger or faster in order to keep this from relegating him to being a career AAAA player, and he'll also need linemates who can cover for his mistakes and make the most out of his talents. The upside is very much there for Sprong, but it's far from a sure thing that his upside will actually translate to numbers on the box score.
While Daniel Sprong has posted downright ridiculous numbers at every level he's played at in his hockey career, those numbers have not translated into NHL success just yet. For Sprong, the tools are all there. He's a tremendous skater, has great playmaking instincts, and possesses a lethal shot. He's truly a threat to create scoring chances whenever he's on the ice, and his isolated impact metrics bear out that point. That all being said, though, Sprong is a liability on defense, lacking the willingness to backcheck relentlessly and lacking the defensive IQ to be an asset in his own zone. Sprong is not strong enough to consistently win fights for pucks, and as a result that lack of strength impacts his offense, as he's less able to create the time and space needed for his offensive talents to shine through. He'll need to get stronger or faster in order to keep this from relegating him to being a career AAAA player, and he'll also need linemates who can cover for his mistakes and make the most out of his talents. The upside is very much there for Sprong, but it's far from a sure thing that his upside will actually translate to numbers on the box score.
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