Patrik Hersley, Niklas Hjalmarsson

[blueliner]

I'm looking for information on LA Kings prospect defenceman Patrik Hersley. Can someone who has seen him play perhaps provide some insights into his attributes and whether they feel his game might translate effectively to North America?

Also looking for similar information on rearguard Niklas Hjalmarsson, who's currently Chicago Blackhawks property, if possible.

Thanks in advance for any feedback received.

[MifRedhawks]

Hersley,

His a very talent Big offensive-defender.
Very good shooter and a good pysicle player.
Are allways at a good position for shots.
Last season he scored 5 goals in 34 matches, and he's just 20 years old.
Not so good at passing but still a very good player.
Will be LA's new top defender in about 2 years.
But ofcourse, I hope he will stay in Malmö

[blueliner]

many thanks for the response! Hersley certainly looks to have all the tools.

[An Ape called Yoko]

Originally Posted by MifRedhawks

Not so good at passing but still a very good player.

I strongly disagree.. he has very good passning game and an excellent hockeysense. Maybe sometimes a bit too sloppy, but very good passing game.

[DP]

I see he is playing for Malmo, is that a good team and how big a role will he play on that team(will he play a lot in all situations)?

Thanks

[MifRedhawks]

Originally Posted by Fat Elvis

I see he is playing for Malmo, is that a good team and how big a role will he play on that team(will he play a lot in all situations)?

Thanks

Malmö isn't one of the best teams in Sweden.
But they are on their way.
Hersleys role is quite big in Malmö, I think he will be playing lot of PP.
Will be playing like 20 min/game, think he will be playing in the 2nd or 3rd line (depend on how good defender Malmö will contract as next)