Yes another defensemen.
Mikkelson was picked 31st in the 2005 draft, Mikkelson last year got his first taste of NHL hockey and struggled at times. He can skate that’s what you notice, and he’s rangy but does he have the puck skills to make it? Is the question we all ask because he’s not particularly strong to be a significant presence defensively.
He will challenge for a spot in camp, but the late signing of Eminger makes it highly unlikely, he should be the first injury call-up and we will find out how much he’s developed and if he’s stronger or not.
Mikkelson still has a chance to be a solid pro but I don’t think he has a long term future with the Ducks unless he takes a big step forward. Long term I have him behind 6 other defensemen but this is his chance to show he belongs, other wise he will be passed by Mitera and Gardiner, as soon as next year on the teams depth chart.
A 4-7 D is what I see here.
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