The Hockey News’s Jason Chen, a fantasy hockey writer, posted a very long list of all the NHL rookies this upcoming season who may contend for the Calder Trophy this upcoming season, and he included one Simon Edvinsson on the “long list”:
Simon Edvinsson, D, Red Wings: The Wings’ busy off-season takes some pressure off Edvinsson, especially after Moritz Seider’s incredible rookie campaign. Edvinsson and Seider will surely form the backbone of their defense for years to come, and with little pressure to win now, the two youngsters will log plenty of ice time. Edvinsson is likewise an all-around defenseman but is also noted for his mobility and aggressive play on offense. Filip Hronek is back so he’ll take up some power play time but Edvinsson is a name to remember for dynasty leagues.
Continued; it’s his skating that impresses me the best. He’s very confident in his abilities, and his skill level is high “all-around,” but he’s another effortless skater, not quite Seider good, but close.
