Justin Adolfsen Junior Review

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Justin Adolfsen - Left Wing

Born - July 17th, 2002

Height - 5' 10"

Weight- 157 LB

Nationality - USA

 

 

Justin Adolfsen models himself after New Jersey Devils winger Jesper Bratt. As a smallish forward Adolfsen makes up for a lack of size with excellent hockey sense, which enables his team to use him in all situations and play up and down the lineup. He is working towards more offensive ability and is likely to put up big offensive numbers in the future, but continues to work hard to improve his skills-especially away from the puck. Has turned himself into a player who is tough to play against and drives play. Adolfsen creates space on the ice for his teammates and himself, by quick zone entry's and the urge to feed teammates the puck.  

 

Notable strengths: 

-Heavy shooter

For a smaller player, Adolfsen can really fire the puck. He's got a quick, heavy release on his snap shot and has the ability to one-time hard or difficult passes. He's very good on the power play because of his shooting ability.

-Changes directions well

Adolfsen is a really quick player that moves east-west well making him dynamic off the rush and makes it difficult for opposing defenders to line him up.

 

Notable weaknesses: 

-Disappears against physical play

Adolfsen is a small player and not particularly strong, which really works against him when he's playing against faster, stronger competition. He's easily muscled off the puck in tight areas and tends to be quiet and ineffective when playing teams that play a more North American style of hockey.

-Needs to improve defensive play

Adolfsen is a skilled offensive player, but needs more of a 200-foot game.

Edited January 21, 2022 by NJDevils24