Claimed: New York Americans future rests in Russia? (1/2)

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The Americans, were excited for a new start. Perhaps a team that could finally get over the hump. What they didnt expect, was the communist take over. Drafted to be a big part of the franchise, third overall from Moscow Russia. Six foot eight, 250 pound hulking centerman Sergei Komarov. He was not expected to be the pick, even with his great progress he made most expected HOF agent latest player. There was even a gamble, they could pick Ho Lee Fook with his agents history in the league. 

 

However, he was selected to be the mew face of the Americans. His progress will be closely monitored with a selection so high comes great responsibility. Komarov has developed to be a big time scorer, who can hit like a truck, win a big draw, all well playing a responsibile two way game. The press was not happy with the selection however, mainly the southern fans who hate the commies, calling for the head of the already newly appointed GM. "We dont need no commies, this is America we play hockey the American way, its not fancy Russian iceskating". 

 

The press did not get any better when 7th overall Igor Mjers, the six foot four 200 pound defender. He too hails from Moscow, Russia and has shown suprisingly more progress than he did in his first season in the VHLM. Its is a good sign, as they expect him to play a big role next year. His biggest asset, is his boomong shot from the point, after that he has some solid positioning for a defender, with decent passing. His skill set, is expected to grow as he develops in juniors this season. He is much more raw than he has talent at this point. However if he can progress at a better rate he could develop into something solid down the line. 

 

8th overall the Americans, Krisjan Harma the small, five foot eleven heavy 209 pound winger. He hails from Estonia, not a traditional hockey market. He is not expected to play more than a depth role, as a scorer on a bottom 6, his strongest asset is his shot and his ability to handle the puck. He is a strong skater, the problem? He is not expected to progress, he seemed to start off well but fell completly off the map. 

 

The rest of the picks, are not expected to make any impact not even expected to be signed to a deal. A fake news article, came out three days later, stating the Americans were moving to Russia to be the communists. It was frustrating, like pouring gasoline on an already heavy burning fire. Media, was all over it, its a PR nightmere for new GM who just finished putting out fires after trading the whole team. Luckly, he managed to squash the rumors, but mang fans still bitter wont buy Komarov or Mjers jerseys. 

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I mean...we saw how successful loading up on Russians was for the Caps and the Preds a couple years ago was, right?  

With STZ at the helm I'm sure New York will be going through a successful rebuild, led by Komarov.