Elias Lindholm Scouting Report

Lindholm is playing out the final year of his current contract. He's scheduled to become a UFA on July 1st / 2024.

The start to his season has been uneven. He's logging first-line minutes and being used in all situations, but his shift to shift impact and detail has room to go to another level.

Over his last five games his TOI has consistently hovered around 22:00 per game, with the exception being one game vs Ottawa (18:39). He's used in all situations, but hasn't scored a goal in the segment (2A).

Lindholm isn't a physical forward. He's more of an area defender in his zone, and tries to create turnovers in the offensive zone by jumping to space quicker than his opponent / taking away space by pressuring the play with an active stick.

Lindholm can push the pace in transition. He's a solid skater who, when attacking with speed, can drive defenders back with his pace / attack. Once settled in the offensive zone he's best described as equal parts shooter / distributor ... but more natural directing pucks on net than making elite plays to line mates.

Lindhom is a (+77) over his last three seasons, but off to a (-4) start in 23/24. The entire team is just off in most categories and he is no different. His execution, and detail, has room to go to another level ... especially his responsibilities in the defensive zone and consistency in the face-off circle.

He has more to give and would be an attractive target, in trade, for a contending team.
He's a mid-range top line player who might be better suited as a 2C.