Grade: A
It was a coming-out party for the Russian defender, showcasing skills that are barely visible in his regular KHL duties with CSKA. He was the puck-moving defender that Russia chose to build their offence from. Romanov displayed his shot, vision, and hockey IQ on more or less every shift he played.
Despite finishing on top of the scoring race among the defenders, it is in the role that he has with CSKA that he will become an NHL player: playing safe, stable, and smart. The offensive upside might have been showcased in this tournament, but it would be wrong to expect him to shine in those areas on a bigger stage.