Of Semin, Gabby says Greatness Is Already Here, and More Is on the Way

SovetskySport's Dmitry Chesnokov passed along an audio file of an interview he conducted this week with Capitals' Head Coach Bruce Boudreau. It was an illuminating exchange, with much of it focused on Alexander Semin's development as an NHLer. Chesnokov asked the coach to assign a numerical rating, 1 to 10, for Semin on an array of evaluative categories such as "tactical ability," "skating," and "work ethic." Highlights:The coach characterized Semin's work ethic as "much improved." "When I first saw him, if there was a battle, he probably wouldn't compete as hard as other guys for the puck. But now, he works really hard at it, and he wants it. I really like his 'compete level' and his work ethic." Grade: 7.The coach described Semin's skating as "unparalleled" -- "north, south, east west, with the puck [he] skates as well as anybody." The coach called Semin's skill l...