The Flyers have been up and down since the break, asides from rookie sensation Matvei Michkov, to name a few.
Michkov officially hit the 40-point mark on his rookie campaign about a month ago. For his efforts, he became the fourth Flyer in the last 20 years to register 40 or more points in their rookie campaign, joining the likes of Jeff Carter, Matt Read, and Shayne Gostisbehere.
He looks re-energized, and very speedy following the Four Nations break, “Not sure, what to tell you. Most important to enjoy hockey and try to make the playoffs,” Michkov said about the Calder Trophy race. “What will happen, nothing will change, I will continue working.”
“The other rookies are playing good and collecting points, as well,” Michkov continues. “I’m trying to score and give passes.”
Michkov has really played well since coming back from the break. He’s very much engaged, and it appears that Michkov just wants to get better. Michkov now has 20 goals and has registered 27 assists on the season (47 points), which he only trails Lane Hutson by four points for the rookie point scoring lead.
“It’s always a pleasure to go and play against players like Alex. Especially, being in the league when he’s at this amazing level and point. Everybody’s waiting for it and it’s a big honor for all players,” Michkov said via translator Slava.
“I want to score more, but because partners are in a better position. I will feed them with passes.” – Matvei Michkov
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The cool thing about Michkov is he always puts his team first, ahead of stats. He just wants to win, winning is important to Michkov, much more important than scoring a goal.
Nikita Grebenkin
The Flyers/Phantoms are hopeful to get Nikilta Grebenkin’s Visa situation rectified by the end of the week.
I know most fans are excited to see him play. He was scratched again last night for the Phantoms.
