C/LW; Pierre Engvall, 23, 6’5, 214
Being 6′ 5, Pierre has a giraffe like stride, where he has such a strong presence in the middle of the ice, using his long reach and speed.
Engvall being drafted in the 7th round in 2014, wasn’t given much of a chance from the beginning, but that size always stood out. Engvall was able to take his time and develop in his home country, Sweden and as a result, Toronto could have yet another valuable forward on their hands.
Seeing how Engvall is doing this season is quite encouraging, putting up 9 points in 10 games, while playing center too. Management brought in Pierre as a left winger, which is one position of need, but felt it was better to utilize Pierre’s size down the middle. Pierre has a lot of speed, skill and size and as a result, seems to have a legit opportunity to eventually crack the Leaf’s roster.
Like Adam Brooks, Engvall is approaching the “he is, what he is” stage. Pierre’s value remains limited, but his size gives him a bigger window for the Leafs.
ETA; Now/ 2020-21; Pierre could be in the NHL right now, but Toronto is developing him slowly on center. Realistically, Engvall could make it next year.
Scouting report; Versatile, big forward with skill and speed, capable of contributing on special teams.