Upon being drafted in 2016 by the Red Wings, management knew exactly what type of player they were getting with Givani Smith. He has the build of a prototypical power forward and plays with a high level of physicality in his game. Two years later and not much has changed in terms of playing style. He is still very much a powerful player relying on force rather than finesse to score while also trying to knock opponents off their game with heavy checking play. The question that’s being asked is can he relay his style of play to be an effective pro hockey player; and is the jump from #17 last year to #15 this year warranted?
Red Wings Top 25 Under 25: Givani Smith at #15
