Draft day #2: We got the Russian!...now how about defense?

Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports How many of you picked the Russian in your mock draft?

Liars.

Let’s face it, Vasili Podkolzin was not thought of by many as a fit for Vancouver because he was listed too high on a lot of draft boards in March and April. He was a big unknown when it came to his KHL contract and how that would play out. And most importantly, the Canucks under GMJB have not done well with Russian players.

I know I was vocal in my choice for Zegras but getting Podkolzin is better. His skill is better, his 200 foot game is better and his attitude on the ice is nastier. Just look at his size, 6’1 and almost 200 lbs at 17 years old.....knocking him off the puck will be very hard.

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