Randy Bobandy is a BUST

[AJW 2,196]

Randy Bobandy is a 6'4 centreman playing in the VHLE for the Oslo Storm. Bobandy is one of two exceptional status players in S86 that moved up to the VHLE instead of sticking around in the VHLM. Bobandy was seen as a gifted player and projected to perform well this season in the VHLE, although that is not the case so far. In 29 games with the Storm, Bobandy seems no where to be found as the center accomplished 3 assists for 3 points. On top of that Bobandy averages less than 2 shots a game with a 0% shooting percentage, he has a -3 ratings, and his faceoff percentage is 46%. Bobandy currently plays on the second line between Vinny Lecavalier and Jon Webber Jr who both have less than 20 points in 29 games played. It's no surprise the team has a losing record going 13-14-2 so far, and Bobandy is not doing anything to help out at the moment. He averages just shy of 20 minutes a period and just recently has been put on the powerplay but has no points for it.

 

Keep in mind the kid is still developing. After skipping the VHLM, it is a struggle to compete with professional players right away. Bobandy is growing rapidly with 12 capped TPE earned weekly plus extra uncapped opportunities. He should be fully developed for the VHLE come playoffs, but after a rough start to his season it is hard to trust that he can perform down the road. Bobandy is focusing on his defensive game and is slowly but surely catching up to his teammates in that sense. Bobandy is determined to be a VHL star, and hopefully his hard work can pay off as the season continues.

 

GM JB has been making changes this season after a S85 Cup Win with the Storm, and it is no doubt he will find a way to bring this team down a lengthy playoff run in S86. The entire team has been struggling this season with a -4 GD and no players in the top 10 for points. The team will have to keep battling and working together in order to be playoff ready. Playoffs will be here in around 3-4 weeks, which means Bobandy should be around the 300-315 TPE range. At this level he could definitely wake up from this slumber and help the Storm out for once. Bobandy is currently 2nd in his draft class so if he wants to shoot for 1st overall, now is the time to start acting on it.

 

Now that we're on the topic of the draft, let's see potential spots Bobandy could go by looking at the bottom 3 teams in the VHL standings. Riga Reign are still deep in rebuild and after drafting OD first overall last season, I don't think they need another center on their squad soon. They do lack in defense including their prospects. So I believe this will be Skor McFluery's home especially since Alex's played for Riga with this previous player Alex Johnston. Malmo Nighthawks are a bit similar to Riga in the centerman department, except their number 1 center is an S83 with 3 seasons left guaranteed, and their number 2 center is an S84 welfare player with 370 TPE. Malmo does have their defence complete but their goalie is also an old veteran. So Malmo will most likely be looking for another center to replace the two in 3-4 when they retire, and with this draft class lacking any talented goalies, I believe Bobandy will be drafted here if Malmo holds the second pick. Then to Toronto, who has no good centermen, they are extremely lucky that 3/4 of the top prospects are centermen. If Toronto has the 3rd pick and Bobandy is still on the board then I believe he will go there.