Vladimir Mlinski Scouting Report

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Vladimir Mlinski

LW | 6' 0" | 215 lb. | Age: 22 |

 

 

 

Season	GP	G	A	P	+/-	SHT	PIM	HIT	SB	GW	PPG	SHG
74 (HOU)	72	10	34	44	-45	138	44	180	43	1	1	0

Vladimir's rookie stats at face value do not look very impressive, but you have to consider that when he joined Houston they were very bare bones. He has a big enough body to survive the rough and tumble pro seasons of the VHL but the question also remains if he is big enough to play a style he prefers?

 

 

Playstle:

Mlinski plays an unselfish, safe defensive game. He's more at home digging the puck out of corners and getting it to snipers than he is taking the big shot. Vlad is very good at checking at both ends of the ice and his defensive prowess made up for his offensive deficiency.

 

Offense:

As mentioned, Mlinski's shot isn't going to impress anyone. His passing, however, is VHL ready. Vladimir made several highlight reel passes to not only set up goals but to set up zone entry. He has enough puck handling skill to get out of trouble and get past defenders, but isn't going on an end to end rush like some of the great danglers of the past.

 

Skating:

This is one area where Mlinski has improved. Once a detriment to his game, he has worked hard to where he can put himself in position for the big play. He doesn't have blazing speed, but is strong on the puck.

 

Defense:

This is where Vladimir makes his money. He's big enough to stop most players and mean and prideful enough to not get beat. He makes himself bigger, uses his stick well and will even cross the line in order to not get beat.

 

Physicality:

Although he's not the biggest, Vlad might be one of the strongest pound for pound players in the VHLM. He loves making the hit, inducing pain onto the other team's star players. He has improved his discipline in his rookie season, but if he's having a bad day, so might the other team.

 

Outlook:

It would not surprise me to see Vlad hit 50 assists this season and approach the 75 point mark. Vladimir's offensive numbers all depend on his ice time and his teammates. 25 goals might be all that you ever get out of him, but if paired with the right shooters, he will rack up the assists. Watch out for his flashy passes as he gets more comfortable with the VHL style of play. His defensive game is good enough right now to be competitive at the VHL level, but Davos won't need him for a season or two. If he got drafted to a lower tier team, I would expect Vlad to be competing for a roster spot.