Anaheim Ducks Player Grades: Hampus Lindholm

Apr 9, 2014; Anaheim, CA, USA; Anaheim Ducks defenseman Hampus Lindholm (47) celebrates with right wing Teemu Selanne (8) in the second period against the San Jose Sharks at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Playoffs:

The playoffs put a different kind of pressure on players, especially rookies, and Hampus was no exception. Hampus went pointless and went -3 during the series against the Dallas Stars. He was not as sharp as he was during the regular season. He had a little bit of a neck issue that cost him to miss Game 6 of that series and he did not dress for Game 5, even though he reportedly would’ve played if he was put in the lineup so it was not due to his neck. He remained pointless in the playoffs until Game 3 of the series against the Los Angeles Kings. It wasn’t exactly surprising to see him kind of flounder in the playoffs. However, honestly, it doesn’t take away from how good of a regular season he had.

Playoff Stats:

Playoff Grade: C