SHOT

HUGHES GETS HIS SHOT off quicker, while Boqvist is more likely to assess his options and put the puck into more open spaces. Some scouts see Hughes as an average shooter at best. “Boqvist is more deceptive,” a scout said. “He beats goalies. I’d say their shots in terms of pace and speed are very similar, but Boqvist’s is a little more disguised.” Boqvist had 14 goals in 25 games in Sweden’s junior league this year. Hughes had five goals in 37 games. EDGE: BOQVIST