Justin Siddals vs Julien Treadway

The two centremen play the centre position on two teams. However, because there aren't many rookie centerman entering the draft this time around, Siddals' has had a difficult time finding opposition. Initially this was going to be an article on Aadu Hero but he changed names and signed with the Kelowna Rockets instead.

When comparing the two rookies, it's black and white. Justin, while not having the hottest start, is majorly outperforming Julien and every other rookie center in the the league at the moment.

Goals:
Justin Siddals: 4 Goals
Julien Treadway: 0 Goals

Siddals was never a strong scorer, but he finds himself maintaining a lead of four in comparison to Treadway. However, a large part of this is due to the amount of playing time each of them has. Justin gets a lot more in comparison to Julien Treadway. A lot more.

Assists:
Justin Siddals: 9 Assists
Julien Treadway: 0 Assists

Siddals has always been a pass-first player, and while he has had a disappointing start so far he finds himself miles ahead of where Treadway is. The differences between the two players could not be more noticeable.

Plus/Minus:
Justin Siddals: -2
Julien Treadway: -1

So, we found something that Julien beats Justin in. Treadway beats out Siddals in plus-minus, something that shouldn't be in the negative in any way for Siddals. However, with the incredible difference in playing time, it has to be understood that you have to have realistic expectations with a rookie centerman.