Tkachuk compared to Gronkowski at NHL Draft

Matthew Tkachuk was compared to an unlikely player during the 2016 NHL Draft ... Rob Gronkowski.
Shortly after the Calgary Flames selected Tkachuk with the No. 6 pick Friday, NBCSN analyst Craig Button broke down the American-born forward's game, which reminded him of the New England Patriots All-Pro tight end.

"That's a huge compliment, that's awesome," Tkachuk said. "If I could be that type of player in the NHL, I'd be very happy with myself."
Gronkowski was pleased too, and took to Twitter to share his approval of the comparison:

Tkachuk, 18, is the son of 2011 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Keith Tkachuk, who played in the NHL from 1992-2010. The 6-foot-1 native of Scottsdale, Ariz., plays with strength and toughness, just like "Gronk."
Unfortunately, the Flames probably won't allow Tkachuk to spike any pucks after he scores.