What can you tell me about Tristan King?

[MVNWriter23]

I have to admit this is more personal for me since Tristan King is from my hometown, and I don't know him as he graduated long after I left. Either way I am curious to hear your thoughts as to how he's doing. Do you think he'll have what it takes to make the NHL. What parts of Tristan's game are his strengths, what are his weaknesses? Do you know if he's heard anything from Dallas about his development as he appears to be having a great year so far. Any information you could give me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[Tiger Trauma]

Short basic list,

Strengths
He has a very good skillset, and a quick release on his shot.
He has a bigger frame and he is good at protecting the puck.

Weaknesses
He is not an aggressive type of player.
Sometimes doesn't get involved enough in the play

Chances at nhl: I think he has the tools to make the nhl. With him i think its a matter of how much he wants it. I think he has 2nd/3rd line scoring potential, however i could also see him being the career 1st/2nd line scorer in the ahl

[MVNWriter23]

He never really played high school hockey for my hometown team, and we're known as a gritty, blue-collar...relentless forecheck type of team. His parents are lacrosse coaches. Very interesting stuff to hear. Anything else you can tell me about his game and how he's been performing in your opinion for the Tigers is always welcome. Thanks for giving me the 411 on the hometown kid!

[Razz]

He never really played high school hockey for my hometown team, and we're known as a gritty, blue-collar...relentless forecheck type of team. His parents are lacrosse coaches. Very interesting stuff to hear. Anything else you can tell me about his game and how he's been performing in your opinion for the Tigers is always welcome. Thanks for giving me the 411 on the hometown kid!

He has great hands and when he comes to the rink to work he can dominate. Just wish he did it consecutive to benefit himself.

[MVNWriter23]

So you would say this effort is intermittent, some nights he really brings it and is productive and other nights he's invisible?

[Razz]

So you would say this effort is intermittent, some nights he really brings it and is productive and other nights he's invisible?
That explains it yes

[bardown]

I just watched the Hat play the Cougars in PG. 1st game he got 4 assists. 2nd game he gets 1 assist, named 1st star of game. For me, he was a pleasure to watch, a pure talent.

[west coast]

i watched the medicine hat tigers play the prince albert raiders last night and king had a great game.He has big league speed, awesome hands and can rifle a puck.He had a great burst of speed in the third period, he had a few dangles and looked like a speed demon racing down the wing and i can see this kid putting up some pretty big numbers

[Razz]

I can't believe he was chosen 2nd star tonight against the Blades. What a joke. This kid does have the tools, but he doesn't have the heart. He gets a minor penalty in the 1st and on the way to the box is chirpin the ref huge, then gets an unsportsmanike. Shoulda benched him to wake him up, because he slept the rest of the game. On the pk twice cost a goal b/c of positioning and total lack of effort. Lack of effort until He finally worked a bit in the last 4 minutes of reg time, but never won a single battle on the wall all game. Pathetic for a 19 yr old. The Blades looked great, nice team from the crease out with size. I'd like to see them against the Wheaties. Stanford played awesome and will be back next year. Zemlak is 20 yr old & done this season. One of the many dumb trades on PA's part.

[Razz]

Whoever picks the stars most nights needs to learn the game.

[tigsfan0809]

Agreed with Kinger getting second star......Not many guys from the Tigers seemed deserving of a star selection......Hopefully last night's game will wake the guys up and realize that they need to bring a full 60 minute effort all game, every game. Well played road game from the Blades, they'll be tough come playoffs.

[Razz]

It's time they bench such individuals who lack the heart and dress the ones who have.

[MVNWriter23]

So is this assessment of Tristan King's heart and desire based on your observations from one game or a whole series of games? So would you all agree he is more of a perimeter player, a guy who looks to cherry pick as opposed to getting his nose dirty and battling for the biscuit?

[Tiger Trauma]

In short yes.

I can start to hear alot of boo-birds in the stands regarding his play lately
(that could also factor in with the tigers only winning 1 out of the last 7 games).
To me i don't think he is ready to move up to the pro ranks yet, he still has a lot to learn.

I think he gets intimidated easily/worried about getting crunched. Until he gets over that he wont reach his full potential.

[tigsfan0809]

Just curious, if anyone thinks his shyness from physicality came from getting demolished by Klassen in Saskatoon last year?

[MVNWriter23]

Interesting so he steps back when there is a possible collision in the corners? Rather than paying the price?