Though their are many promising young players in the NHL today, these are three young players who I feel, will make a huge impact both for their NHL team and for your fantasy teams.
Peter Mueller (Colorado)
Mueller has never been questioned about his skill level, it has always been about his heart and will to play the game.
However, that question has been answered by the play of Peter Mueller after he was dealt to the Avalanche at the trade deadline.
Playing on a young and relaxed team has really helped Peter in the 15 regular season games with the Avalanche, Mueller notched a very impressive 20 points in 15 games.
Don't expect him to be a on 1.25 point per game pace next season, but you should expect a very solid player who is under many peoples radar.
Point prediction: 70-78 points
Jakub Voracek (Columbus)
Voracek did not have great numbers last year (50 points in 81 games) but if you look closely he along with a few other young players in the NHL (Erik Karlsson, and Peter Mueller) went on an impressive offensive run to end the season.
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