What Vegas Golden Knights fans can expect from Kai Uchacz

Most 22-year-olds are worried about finishing their college studies. They might also worry about what career they might get into, pondering whether they should be an undrafted lineup piece or a doctor. Kai Uchacz is joining the Vegas Golden Knights after the team lost Jonas Rondbjerg.

It comes with good reason, too. The young forward has six goals and 15 assists in 39 games with the Henderson Silver Knights this season. He's been one of the most surprising AHL players, adding offense and forechecking depth to the Silver Knights.

Now? He gets his moment in the sun with a projected fourth-line debut on Wednesday. The Golden Knights will take on the Vancouver Canucks, which should provide an easy pathway to a smooth debut. Again, the keyword is "should." You don't know what you'll get with a lineup that has lost seven of its last games.

You know what's coming. You want to know what fans can expect from the newest Golden Knight as he prepares to grace the ice. Let's look at that 22-year-old and see what he brings to the table.

What should Vegas Golden Knights fans expect with Kai Uchacz recalled?

Obviously, there's the whole "being an offensive depth piece" thing that comes to mind with Uchacz. He's shown that he's worthy of being that piece when called upon, doing whatever it takes to put points on the board. Take this first video as a perfect example of what the Red Deer Rebels alum can do when he's in the lineup.

Part of his offensive specialty comes from attacking the net, where he'll crash it with exceptional force. Uchacz isn't afraid to get down and dirty in the slot, especially with his 6'2" frame. But that's not all he brings to the table.

Uchacz also brings a decorated career with him (albeit controversial), winning a CWG bronze medal and being a two-time WHL (Central) First All-Star Team nominee. These rewards aren't just handed out to anybody, though. He's defensively responsible and has a good hockey sense to his game.

That should make him a good fit in the Golden Knights' two-way game, turning him into a player with upside like Braeden Bowman. The Silver Knights have benefited from having him in the transition game as well, where he's done some damage.

It's no secret that the Golden Knights don't mind a downhill skater or two in their lineup. They always appreciate forwards like Tomas Hertl wreaking havoc on their opponents. Vegas should get that with Uchacz hanging around, adding more dimension to the Golden Knights' attack. Who knows? He could make an impressive impact like Bowman did when he was called up.