Post by NWTHabsFan on Jul 1, 2024 2:30:18 GMT -5
My take: Another goalie prospect to add to the list with so many picks makes good sense. I actually watched him (on tv) as the Latvian goalie who stood tall against Canada in the quarter finals of the U18s in April. He kept the game close, with only 3 goals against and a .919 save percentage in a tough fought 4-0 win (last goal was an ENG). Yup, that is five guys that I randomly or intentionally watched this past year.
The reports:
Even after drafting three goalies last year, the Habs elected to take one this time around. Once again, it’s a longer-term project as Vecvenags will need to establish himself after bouncing around with four different teams this season while also needing to fill out his frame.
Bio
Goalie
Catches: Left
DOB: Jan. 17 2006 – Riga, Latvia
Height: 6’3
Weight: 159 lbs
Scouting Report
Future Considerations: Vecvanags is a very intriguing goaltender because of his flashes of brilliance. He plays a very active style of goaltending, and it works with his above-average athleticism and footwork. He is incredible in the rebounding sector of goaltending. He punches away rebounds on the blocker side with ease and control, and snaps pucks into his glove.
The reports:
Even after drafting three goalies last year, the Habs elected to take one this time around. Once again, it’s a longer-term project as Vecvenags will need to establish himself after bouncing around with four different teams this season while also needing to fill out his frame.
Bio
Goalie
Catches: Left
DOB: Jan. 17 2006 – Riga, Latvia
Height: 6’3
Weight: 159 lbs
Scouting Report
Future Considerations: Vecvanags is a very intriguing goaltender because of his flashes of brilliance. He plays a very active style of goaltending, and it works with his above-average athleticism and footwork. He is incredible in the rebounding sector of goaltending. He punches away rebounds on the blocker side with ease and control, and snaps pucks into his glove.
