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MUST-WATCH: Juraj Slafkovsky Goes Viral for Hilarious Post-Game Interview


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Aaron Itovitch
December 23, 2023  (10:33)
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For the past few weeks, the first overall pick in the 2022 draft, Juraj Slafkovsky, has clearly demonstrated why the Montreal Canadiens selected him so early. Indeed, the 19-year-old forward is simply dominant on the ice, possibly the best forward of the Tricolore since the beginning of December.

Even though his offensive production didn't reflect his real contribution to the team's success, the Slovak continued to adjust certain aspects of his game to help the Canadiens amass victories. However, in the last two games, Slafkovsky was finally rewarded for his efforts, scoring two goals and two assists in less than 24 hours.
If some fans doubted his real potential, we now understand why the management had high expectations for the 6'3", 230-pound giant. There's no doubt that he has all the talent necessary to become a key element in Martin St-Louis' lineup for many seasons. Despite his young age, he is the one who has helped to revive Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, being a perfect complement to the two star forwards of the Bleu-Blanc-Rouge.
It's truly encouraging to see the major progression he has made this season, completely unrecognizable compared to last year. Juraj Slafkovsky is a force of nature along the boards, creating turnovers in abundance in the offensive zone. Moreover, he has excellent game vision that allows him to create scoring opportunities for his teammates.
We also notice a new trend in recent games, where the young forward does not hesitate to charge the opponent's net to seize some loose pucks in the slot. Clearly, this new strategy seems to be working, given that his last two goals were scored close to the opponent's goal crease.
He was notably questioned about his work in front of the net after the victory against the Blackhawks, where he made the journalists laugh with a simply hilarious response. It's evident, the attacker is happy at the moment, and his recent offensive production seems to take a lot of pressure off him, allowing him to express himself freely and put his wonderful personality forward.
Here is the interview in question:
Wow! We love it!
Certainly, the Montreal Canadiens have got their hands on a player with immense potential, and the future looks promising for the young man. For the first time in nearly 20 years, the Tricolore finally has a true first line that can make a significant contribution to the team's success.
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MUST-WATCH: Juraj Slafkovsky Goes Viral for Hilarious Post-Game Interview

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