Lucas Neilson: Fantasy Keeper Pool: who to pick - Nolan Patrick or Nico Hischier? First pick overall

neither, pick Brock Boeser, because he is a neat guy

neither, pick Brock Boeser, because he is a neat guy
- Codes1087

BB GUN

he's going to bang in 30.

BB GUN

he's going to bang in 30.
- Lucas Neilson

Not quite sure about 30, but he is definitely on a good pace. 8 goals in 12 games as a Canuck

I agree that Nico may put up more this year, but Patrick will put up more in the long run.

I agree that Nico may put up more this year, but Patrick will put up more in the long run.
- jmatchett383

Not sure how you've already come to this conclusion other than being a homer.

Right now Patrick has to learn to stay healthy for an extended period and it's not going to be any easier in the NHL.

I agree that Nico may put up more this year, but Patrick will put up more in the long run.
- jmatchett383

based on.... everything other than the numbers and health history?

Id say Nolan Patrick! The kid will be dynamite this yr and moving forward.

based on.... everything other than the numbers and health history?
- MartysBetter88

Based on team construction.

Up until the draft I wanted the Devils to take Patrick and I'd expect him to put up more points as a larger, seemingly more NHL ready forward. But over 5 years, I think Nico could end up being the better player. Hischer just drips skill, vision and puck control. He needs to get a little bigger and stronger but I think he will surprise people with what he can do.

Up until the draft I wanted the Devils to take Patrick and I'd expect him to put up more points as a larger, seemingly more NHL ready forward. But over 5 years, I think Nico could end up being the better player. Hischer just drips skill, vision and puck control. He needs to get a little bigger and stronger but I think he will surprise people with what he can do.
- Queenie_5_hole

He's getting more comfortable playing in the NHL he had a strong game last night with a beautiful deflection goal

He's getting more comfortable playing in the NHL he had a strong game last night with a beautiful deflection goal
- Devils314

I knew he scored but didn't see it. His goal against the Caps was outstanding. As a guy who wanted Patrick, I watch Nico play and think I totally get why the Devils decided to go with him.

Nico is def. Trending up

Lee Stempniak has a nagging injury that's affecting his back/hips/groin

Martin Necas skating on a line with Jeff Skinner and Derek Ryan. Could start season as RW on that line.

Nico is def. Trending up
- Lucas.Neilson

Lucas! Buddy! Old pal! Brother!

I am in dire need of an expert's opinion.

I have the first overall pick in my keepers league. Only points matter here.

I find myself hesitating between Hischier, Keller and Guentzel.

I scratched Patrick because, just like the Devils, I am not convinced he'll remain healthy enough down the road.... and I do think Hischier has the biggest offensive arsenal.

But Keller and Guentzel are intringuing to me.... both have high ceilings and Guentzel is playing with Crosby...

What do you think?

Your (best?) friend,

Scabeh

Lucas! Buddy! Old pal! Brother!

I am in dire need of an expert's opinion.

I have the first overall pick in my keepers league. Only points matter here.

I find myself hesitating between Hischier, Keller and Guentzel.

I scratched Patrick because, just like the Devils, I am not convinced he'll remain healthy enough down the road.... and I do think Hischier has the biggest offensive arsenal.

But Keller and Guentzel are intringuing to me.... both have high ceilings and Guentzel is playing with Crosby...

What do you think?

Your (best?) friend,

Scabeh
- Scabeh

Jake the snake!