Johnny Gaudreau Scouting Reports

To say Gaudreau has struggled to start the season is a gross understatement.
He's averaging 19:17 TOI - 15:39 ES - 3:38 PP but only scored 2G - 6A through his first 20GP
Gaudreau is obviously a better player than his stats suggest, but his compete and detail have not been to his standard. The team needs more out of him and he's capable of providing more.
Dynamic, undersize, play maker when he's going.
Had a decent first year in Columbus last year. Capable of more.

The Blue Jackets are struggling to find a 'team identity' and Gaudreau is struggling to find the back of the net offensively.
Through the first 17GP he has averaged 19:08 TOI - 15:43 ES - 3:24 PP. Much has been made about his recent third period benching, but the fact of the matter is he has been given ample opportunity to get his game in gear. He simply hasn't played to his identity.
Making matters worse is the fact he hasn't been involved extending plays, battling, or pushing the play the way he is capable. He's scored (1G -5A). He's a (-7). In his last 5GP he only has 1assist - 4 shots on goal - 0 hits - 1 shot block
Monitor how he reacts to recent benching and if he competes in the trenches, even if he isn't scoring.

Took his game to another level in 2021-2022 scoring a career high 40g-75a-115pts
Earned the trust of his coaches to be used in all situations when required
Much improved off the puck detail and back tracking effort
Elite offensive talent who is a threat off the rush and in small areas
Equal parts distributor and finisher