Fantasy Focus: Rene Bourque
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After a disastrous debut in 2011-12 upon being acquired from Calgary, Rene Bourque’s first ‘full’ season with the Habs was a step in the right direction.
After a disastrous debut in 2011-12 upon being acquired from Calgary, Rene Bourque’s first ‘full’ season with the Habs was a step in the right direction.
The 2013 Lake Placid tournament, a tune-up for the World Juniors in December, was held from August 4-10.
Strengths: A punishing physical player who is particularly strong in front of the net. His skating is also a plus for his size.
Strengths: He is very mature for his age and is responsible in all three zones. He also isn’t hesitant to mix it up physically.
Strengths: Technically sound with strong rebound control. He is also mentally tough, a big plus given how tough Montreal is on its netminders.
Strengths: He is a speedy and very creative offensive player who plays a strong two-way game.
Strengths: A willing fighter who plays a physical style; he has good hands around the net where a lot of his offence comes from.
Strengths: He is a strong skater with a good shot and protects the puck well despite his small stature.
Strengths: A gifted offensive player with impressive breakaway speed; he plays bigger than his size.
Strengths: He is aggressive and feisty and is a conscientious checker; a strong character player.