I haven't seen anything from him that makes me believe he has a top 6 skill set. He's an OK skater with OK hands and OK (at best) hockey sense and a good shot. I see his future as a 3rd liner who can kill penalties, agitate a bit, hustle, play with enough grit, contribute as an auxiliary scorer, and someone who can also fill in on the top 6 when needed. I do think he will be a crowd favorite type because of how he plays.
I agree with you that he should become a more effective player at the AHL level before given any significant NHL time.