Neither are excellent skaters, but they perform a heavy, pro style game. So just how did this get to be a close game in the end? I'm convinced 100 percent you'll get praise from that interview for getting it stuck on him. Carlson exploded to the league this season, as the NHL first round selection of the Washington Capitals came as promoted following his transfer in the USHL. He came to London in Cornell University with a lot of hype and expectations in the offensive end. He's amazingly skilled and can be a solid all around offensive player, owning both an NHL caliber shot and playmaking ability. He looks like he could be a solid 3rd line forward in the NHL level. Continuing to the expert level should motivate him to be at his best in every game.