Tom Kuhnhackl might have just broke into the league this year, but don’t count him out to make an impact. Kuhnhackl was drafted out of Landshut in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. The German speedster has had a slower development pace than most, but he has impressed at every level. Kuhnhackl has spent most of his shifts with former Capital Eric Fehr and the age-defying Matt Cullen on the fourth line.
While he is tall, Kuhnhackl has a slight build and plenty of speed to burn the Sharks’ bottom pair. Although Kuhnhackl makes his mark as a responsible 200-foot player, he is still a steady contributor to a high-octane Pittsburgh offense.
Name: Tom Kuhnhackl
Number/Position: #34 / Left Wing
Born: January 21, 1992 (24)
Birthplace: Landshut, Germany
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 196
Shoots: Left
Drafted: 4th Round (110th overall) by Pittsburgh in 2010
Assets
Shoots the puck with aplomb and skate pretty well for a player with a very projectable frame. Has scoring instincts and all-around upside.
Flaws
Is somewhat prone to injury, which may limit his National Hockey League aspirations. Could stand to play a more aggressive brand of hockey.
Career Potential
Depth scoring winger, when healthy.
(Assets, Flaws and Career Potential via The Hockey News player page)
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