Original posting at "Resurfacing the Ice."
Alexander Burmistrov is facing the same challenge all Europeans face when coming over to North America to play hockey.
Getting used to the North American style of play. A smaller rink, more physical play, and quicker decision-making.
"I like the Canadian style of hockey more," Burmistrov said in an NHL.com interview. "I like playing in smaller rinks. It's a much faster game. You have to think much quicker, you have to pass much quicker."
However, this new style has not hurt him one bit, as was evident during the World U-18 Championships.
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Article written by Alan Bass