When it comes to prospects and NHL rookies, everyone loves to play the “who’s their comparison?” game. Scouts, reporters, and fans alike enjoy tossing names around, often naming current or recent NHL stars who share a similar style with the young player.
So who’s the best comparison for Dallas Stars’ rookie Miro Heiskanen? According to head coach Jim Montgomery, one of the greatest defenseman of all time:
Most people will roll their eyes at a statement like that. But when Montgomery looks at film of Niedermayer and compares it to Heiskanen’s play, he feels the comparison isn’t that far off:
“It’s God-given ability,” Montgomery said.