Coach Lauer also spoke about Williams' positioning after the trade.
“With Josh’s skill level, he brings an offensive game to us,” said Lauer. “He’s a guy that doesn’t need a lot of time to get open. His biggest thing is finding that area on the ice in the offensive zone."
Here, he manages to find himself an incredible amount of space against defense-minded Sweden, of all teams:
Many of Williams' goals come from his positioning down low and his knowing when to get in a prime spot for a one-timer:
WEAKNESSES
• Physicality
Williams is on the bigger side for an 18-year-old junior prospect, but he doesn't use that size to play a physical game.