The Sabres have a 31-24-4 record and are in the mix for a wild card spot in the Eastern Conference while . NHL Players. The hallway features a series of images, mostly of recent Minutemen and their accomplishments, testaments to what those players have achieved and the standards the current ones are being held to. It's super great to be joining the culture out there, which is really special, and that's No. The Hockey News surveyed NHL general managers, scouts and agents asking them to rank college hockeys best programs for developing future NHL players. He has seen action in 29 games this season for the Texas Stars, the Stars' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, posting a 14-9-5 record with three shutouts. And then lastly, to the great fans of Denver. Both debuted this season and were named to Hockey Easts All-rookie team. nine of the 11 Hockey East member schools. Selected in the fourth round in 2019 from the vaunted National Team Development Program 2001 birth year, Thrun has far exceeded the value typical of a fourth-round pick. Kessel remains with the program as a rising junior, Mercuri is an incoming freshman and Ellis is slated to play one more season of USHL hockey before arriving next year. Fair assessment. Complete list of NHL players who were born in Massachusetts. Especially here with the emphasis we have on culture. Mike Moran can be reached at mmoran@gazettenet.com. Massachusetts' own Boston Bruins are a star team to place your bets on. He wristed the puck to the net and a UMass player and UMaine player got tangled up at the edge of the crease and bumped into Ostman, who stumbled backward and was off-balance when Morrow shoveled it home. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File) David Zalubowski seven, Providence and UMass with six apiece, New Hampshire with five, Maine with four, UMass Lowell with three, and Lynden Breens second goal of the game and 19th of the season pulled UMaine within two with 5:18 remaining but it was too little, too late. 43 player on the NHL's Central Scouting board of the top North American skaters. 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"I try to be offensive, but I think I'm a 200-foot player and I play to win. As an assistant coach in the NHL, UMass coach Greg Carvel famously helped develop Erik Karlsson, then a young defenseman from the Senators. Howard Herman can be reached at hherman@berkshireeagle.com or 413-496-6253. The one thing holding me back from getting this 6.5 is the . UMass improved to 12-16-5 overall and 6-14-3 in Hockey East while UMaine fell to 15-14-5 and 9-10-4. He was able to get around Bruneski, who was draped over him, and stuff the puck between Victor Ostmans pads. For this modern seven round draft format four players and commits is the record, this year and also in the 2005 Entry Draft which included Jonathan Quick. His success has helped turn the Avalanche into a title contender, but its also left a tail in Amherst as UMass has quickly become Defenseman U. This is the No.1 offense in hockey at 3.82 goals per game while also boasting the best power play at 31.8% on the season and 33% at home. Things are changing. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. var photocredit = "'David Zalubowski' 'FILE - In this Dec. 27, 2019, file photo, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar, left, looks to pass the puck as Minnesota Wild defenseman Matt Dumba covers in the first period of an NHL hockey game in Denver. UMass had three players and commits selected in last year's Entry Draft. var sellablestring4 = "GAZETTE FILE PHOTO"; Harvard Men's Hockey (@HarvardMHockey) February 19, 2023. A student in the Manning School of Business, Lee was first drafted by the Kings as the 188th overall pick in the seventh round of the 2019 NHL Draft. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23. Massachusetts and Northeastern Hockey East Boasts 17 Players and Commits Taken in 2021 NHL Draft - Hockey East Association Hockey East News Reigning Pro Ambitions Co-Rookie of the Year Josh Lopina of UMass was selected by the Anaheim Ducks Hockey East Boasts 17 Players and Commits Taken in 2021 NHL Draft League Once Again Leads All of College Hockey With Most Players Selected Neither team scored in the second period. That number should grow to six by Thursday or Friday at the 2022 NHL Draft in Montreal. The number could go up if Zac Jones (New York Rangers), John Leonard (San Jose Sharks), Mitchell Chaffee (Minnesota Wild) and Filip Lindberg (Pittsburgh Penguins) are summoned from the AHL. Jones and Leonard, who both spent time in the NHL last year, would likely be among the first call-ups for their respective teams in the event of injury. Morrow, a second round draft pick of the Carolina Hurricanes, pounced on a loose puck in the low slot and snapped it past Ostman for his eighth goal of the season and second in three games. PERSONAL. 1 Archbishop Williams, and No. }. The Buffalo Sabres face the Boston Bruins with both teams looking to build off of strong seasons. NHL. He is committed to play at Northeastern University. The Darien, CT native just finished his prep career at hockey powerhouse Shattuck-St Mary's in Minnesota. Makar netted his second by sweeping home the puck from the low slot. Makar capped the three-goal flurry at the 10:30 mark. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. On Twitter: @howardherman. each boast three, Merrimack and New Hampshire claimed two, and one UMass Lowell player was picked. Both Ufko and Lopina played in the USHL. Sheary has won a pair of Stanley Cups with Pittsburgh. Thats always been my philosophy, Carvel said. It will be Senior Night. In a video conference with media members, Morrow said while he was really excited to be drafted by the Hurricanes in the second round, he is just as excited to play for head coach Greg Carvel and win another national championship. Ranked the No. UMass relationship with the NHL Draft has changed rapidly over the past few years. We still lose more than we win, but I think most programs would say the same thing. He was selected by the Montreal Canadiens in the 4th round (No. Boston Bruins. It would be really good to have some moments as a team where we could make some history and get ourselves on that wall. You need difference-makers from the blue line. The University of Massachusetts received a pair of third-period goals from sophomore left wing Taylor Makar, brother of former UMass Hobey Baker-award winning defenseman and NHL Rookie of the Year Cale Makar, and another from freshman defenseman Owen Murray as the Minutemen posted a 5-2 victory at Alfond Arena. He was selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2nd round (No. if (photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring) > -1 || photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring2) > -1 || photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring3) > -1 || photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring4) > -1) { The 5-foot-10, 181-pounder scored 10 goals and had 29 assists in 53 games for the USHL's Steel. Hopefully, it happens. A list of the players who played hockey elsewhere after leaving UMass-Lowell Alumni report for UMass-Lowell 479 players found, (Does not include season in-progress.) They're both playing high level hockey. Cale Makar compared Taylor to either Montreal's Josh Anderson or Calgary's Matthew Tkachuk. 9 players Experience UMass: 1 285 GP Team Captains "C" Eric Faith "A" Jerry Harding Reed Lebster Team captaincy history Arena Information Arena Name William D. Mullins Memorial Center Location Amherst, MA, USA Capacity 8 387 Construction Year 1993 Games Show More RSS Latest Transactions Show complete transfer coverage Team History and Standings tag_id.innerHTML = ''; Try to be a sponge, try to absorb everything and learn as much as I can and prove myself as much as I can, he said in a release. But despite getting offers to sign with the Avalanche after his solid freshman year, Makar, his family and representatives liked the gains he made under Carvel and he stayed another year. I know everybodys just pumped to get back at it, thats for sure. Morrow, Lopina, Ufko and Makar were all chosen on day two, matching the highest number of Minutemen taken in one draft under the current seven-round format. var photocredit = photocredit.toUpperCase(); The players chosen in the 2018 NHL Draft from Massachusetts includes Sam Colangelo, Drew Commesso, Ian Moore, Alex Jefferies, Sean Farrell, Ben Meehan, Riley Duran and John Fusco. //LBtag_id.innerHTML = ''; University of Massachusetts hockey controlled play from start to finish and rolled to a 5-0 shutout of St. Drew Commesso is a 6-foot-2, 180-pound goalie from Norwell. The Norris Trophy is awarded to the best defenseman in the NHL. //LBtag_id.innerHTML = ''; If he was influenced to come to UMass by watching Makar and Ferraro, perhaps theres an uncommitted 15 or 16-year-old defenseman watching Kessel, Ufko and him. 189 overall). All rights reserved (About Us). Additionally, seven players from Notre Dame who competed OHL (Ontario Hockey League) QMJHL (Quebec Major Junior Hockey League) WHL (Western Hockey . Hayes' Funeral Mass will take place in St. Ann's Church, Neponset, at 10am on Monday, August 30. Jim Davis/Globe Staff Jimmy Hayes played seven seasons with four teams in the NHL, including the Bruins. Honestly, I owe them a ton of credit for my success this season and its a pleasure to compete with those guys. Murray became the 13th player in head coach Greg Carvel's UMass tenure to ink an NHL deal and the ninth to do so after coming to Amherst undrafted when he signed with the Stars last fall. Im extremely appreciative of the fantastic support youve shown me and our team. McEwen, 18, former UMass coach Don Toot Cahoons grandson, played for the Tri-City Storm in the USHL. John Gerard Leonard (born August 7, 1998) is an American professional ice hockey player for the Milwaukee Admirals of the American Hockey League (AHL) as a prospect to the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League (NHL). UMass prides itself on man-to-man defense in its own end. He was selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 7th round (No. Hanley became the first player since 1991 to score his first NHL goal in a Stanley Cup Final game. Lots of factors to consider. "I'm excited for him going to UMass.". Creating a legacy at the place you play at is something anyone would take great pride in. OHara poured in 73 points for the USHLsTri-City Storm last season and is a skilled wing. Skip to main content. Wing Taylor Makar, whose older brother Cale signed a six-year, $54 million contract extension with the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, was taken by the Avalanche in the seventh round, to sandwich four current and future Minutemen on NHL draft boards. Vancouver defenseman Quinn Hughes was second (1,337). CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Kessel. NHL; NHL DRAFT; AHL; KHL; SHL; LIIGA; NLA; DEL; OHL; QMJHL; WHL; USHL; WJC-U20; WJC-U18; OLYMPICS; WHC; ENGLISH; SUOMI; . 36 overall). 110 after putting up 75 points in the British Columbia Hockey League for the Cranbrook Bucks. At UMass, Mike played alongside several current NHL players including Pittsburg Penguins Left Wing, Conor Sheary, Philadelphia Flyers Defensemen, Justin Braun, Dallas Stars Defensemen Joel, Hanley, and Nashville Predators Defensemen, Matt Irwin to name a few. ASSOCIATED PRESS FILE PHOTO var tag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkspt-UMassNHLdraft-hg-070722,ph01'); "I've actually been at UMass for two weeks prior to coming out here to Michigan. All time regular season stats for NHL players born in Massachusetts. It makes a good home box pic. UMass was ranked first. Former UMass Lowell ice hockey goaltender and current backstop for the Winnipeg Jets Connor Hellebuyck was named this year's Vezina Trophy winner during the 2020 NHL Awards on Monday evening. 49 pick. Of the 25 players, four spent the 2019-20 season in Hockey East, including UConn defenseman Yan Kuznetzov (Murmansk, Defending Division 2 winner Algonquin is still near the top of the field, seeded fifth, but faces stiff competition from opponents from the South Shore, No. The players chosen in the 2018 NHL Draft from Massachusetts includes, ALLof the players selected from Massachusetts have been a part of our. Cale Makars impact on this program, the ripple just keeps flowing. Makar is the younger brother of Avalance defenseman Cale Makar. 6' 3'' 190 lbs . 52 on the Elite Prospects list. 46 overall). On Twitter: Howard Herman is a sports columnist at The Berkshire Eagle. Breen equalized off a two-on-one with Thomas Freel. if (photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring) > -1 || photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring2) > -1 || photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring3) > -1 || photocredit.indexOf(sellablestring4) > -1) { Now its how many will be selected? But ultimately the kids who come here are the right kids for us.. Leonard was taken by the Sharks in the sixth round of. }, Kenny Connors will join the UMass hockey program this fall but could be selected in the upcoming NHL Draft. Vegas has seen a closing total of 6.5 in just eight . var photocredit = photocredit.toUpperCase(); Carvel and the coaching staff prepare new players for this with rigorous, intense practices well before the season starts. They were on track to make their first consecutive appearances in the NCAA Tournament last season before the COVID-19 shutdown. The Minutemen finished the season with a 20-5-4 record, the fewest losses for an NCAA Champion since Maine's 40-1-2 season in 1992-93. Its been a great place for me to develop. tag_id.innerHTML = ''; var photocredit = photocredit.toUpperCase(); That group was led by Carolina second-round choice Scott Morrow and sandwiched by Colorado's seventh-round pick Taylor Makar. ICYMI: @mkessel72 became the 31st Minuteman in program history to hear his name called in the @NHL Entry Draft earlier today ???? He can only comment on players that have singed national letters of intent but mentioned forwards Kenny Connors and Cole OHara. He was taken by the Anaheim Ducks, and was the second player chosen in the fourth round. Hockey Easts 25 selections were the most of any college hockey conference Murray scored with a nifty move across the middle of the slot and a 25-foot wrist shot past the screened Ostmans glove as a Minuteman player cut across in front of him. A hockey goalie for the Columbus Blue Jackets NHL team who was killed by a firework over the Fourth of July weekend was celebrating at his coach 's home when the tragic incident occurred.. It will be Senior Night. The 2020 NHL Entry Draft tied the record for the most Massachusetts players selected since 2005 when the draft was reduced to just seven rounds. Cal Kiefiuk added an empty net goal. Ive never met him before, so that was a pretty surreal moment for me.. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)'"; var sellablestring = "GAZETTE STAFF"; He is committed to play at Providence College. Ive learned a lot about leadership just being around some of the guys we have, he said. We were also a little loose, defensively., Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window). Subscribe Today, Murdaughs fall from grace ends in life sentence for murder, Biden leaving room to change his mind on reelection, Authorities to discuss breakthrough in 45-year-old unsolved Granby homicide, Man, cats removed from Hadley home with no heat, running water. Gavin Bayreuther and Eric Sweetman both dominated ECAC play en route to All-America honors. Kenny Connors will join the UMass hockey program this fall but could be selected in the upcoming NHL Draft. Alex Jefferiesis a 6-foot-0, 195-pound left wing from Lunenburg. Makar has won the Calder Trophy as rookie of the year. It comes down to picking out a player from the opposing team, keeping up with them (speed) and finding a way to steal the puck (strength). 77 North American skater out of Mount. During the2016 NHL Draft, three Massachusetts players were chosen: Matt Filipe, Casey Fitzgerald and Jake Ryczek. The number also nearly doubles the 44 league alumni who suited up in the NHL on opening night in 2011, showing the I was able to use my size (6-foot-3, 190 pounds) and my speed. NHL star Jimmy Hayes' cause of death may take weeks to be revealed following his autopsy, pathologists say. Sam Colangelois a 6-foot-2, 205-pound right wingfrom Stoneham. Before the season, Makar said he expected to be paired with veteran Devon Toews this year. This year's NHL Draftcame to end on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 after a four-month delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 216 selections were made virtually for the first time ever by all 31 teams. 339 players found, (Does not include season in-progress.) Honestly, to have Wayne Gretzky give it to me, that was pretty cool, Makar told NHL.com. More than 200 people paid their respects to the late hockey player in Florian Hall in Dorchester, Massachusetts. He was selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the 5th round (No. var sellablestring2 = "STAFF PHOTO"; var sellablestring2 = "STAFF PHOTO"; pic.twitter.com/SkBNOt6lTB. The eight players selected ties the 2018 draft and is also tied with Minnesota for the most players from one state this year. Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney has built arguably the deepest team in the NHL, Once again, that depth was on display in a 3-2 win over Connor McDavid (2g), and the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night. var tag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkCaleMakar-HG-092320,ph01'); Ben Meehanis a 6-foot-0, 178 pound defenseman from Walpole. Ben Meehan (Walpole) was selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the 2020 NHL Draft. He backstopped the Kings to another Cup two years later. HUNDREDS of people said their goodbyes to ex-NHL star and Boston College Jimmy Hayes at his wake on Sunday. Jones, a second-round pick of the Rangers, and Blues' fifth-rounder Matthew Kessel replaced Makar and Ferraro, arriving to play big minutes as rookies in 2019-20. Current Team: UMass (NCAA) Acquired: 2021 NHL Draft (4th Round/115th Overall) Player Profile UMass alum Mario Ferraro (38) is a top-four defenseman for the San Jose Sharks this year. Last year the answer was four, tying a modern-era record. His last two scrimmages were a little better than tonight. Follow on Twitter @mikemoranDHG. Lopina, who assisted on Garrett Wait's overtime goal in UMass' 3-2 national semifinal win over Minnesota Duluth, and the game-winning goal in a 5-1 NCAA Tournament win over Lake Superior State, is the first Minuteman taken by Anaheim in the second round since Brendan Montour was selected back in 2014. But the richest veins of UMass talent may be further down the pipeline. Thats what theyve been doing. var currentLocation = window.location; Makar, Ferraro lead a group of UMass hockey alumni into NHL season. Welcome the the #Canes, Scott! Morrow becomes the second-highest draft pick in UMass history after Cale Makar at #4 overall in 2017. Russia/Calgary), Massachusetts defenseman Matthew Kessel (Bloomfield Hills, Mich./St. The Coyotes won 5-4. He was selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the 3rd round (No. Congratulations on a phenomenal first year in the NHL. A UMass player has been drafted in each of the past five years. The Minutemen are third among Hockey East schools with 10 former players in the NHL on opening night rosters. He is committed to play at Boston University. Theres a lot of skill here, a lot of speed, Ferraro said of a group of young forwards that includes former teammate John Leonard. The selections were highlighted Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. TSN's Bob McKenzie, who works for the Canadian version of ESPN, had Morrow as No. Cale Makar made history Monday night, becoming the first former UMass hockey player to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL rookie of the year.The 21-year-old Colorado Avalanche defenseman earned 116 . In total, 20 of the current 31 NHL clubs chose at least one current or future Hockey East player. What does DeBrusk expect on his next contract? UMass hockey has 4 players taken on second day of 2021 NHL Draft. A UMass player has been drafted in each of the past five years. //var LBtag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkLBspt-UMassNHLdraft-hg-070722,ph2'); Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Makar led all rookie defensemen in goals (12) and power-play goals (four) during the pandemic-shortened season. 2022-23 Hockey Roster. I have a lot of skill with the puck," he said. Its not just defensemen. The 2018 NHL Draft was held June 22-23 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Cale Makar made history Monday night, becoming the first former UMass hockey player to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL rookie of the year. For more information on the players, please see the list, links and videos below. Since Greg Carvel was hired to head the hockey program the Minutemen have experienced a renaissance on the ice. (Hockey East) Acquired: 2020 NHL Draft (7th Round/202nd overall) . Since Greg Carvel was hired to head the hockey program the Minutemen have experienced a renaissance on the ice. "I'm real excited to seeing what I can contribute this year," Morrow said. //var LBtag_id = document.getElementById('buylinkLBCaleMakar-HG-092320,ph01'); There may never such a concentration of star NHL players from Massachusetts all playing at the same time. var photocredit = "'' 'UMass hockey jersey originally from a Greg Carvel press conference photo. The teams will play again on Saturday night. Son of Miro and Michaela Knies. total, Hockey East had 16 forwards, seven defensemen, and two goaltenders chosen. The record opening night follows a 2020 NHL Entry Draft that saw 25 current players and recruits selected, representing BOSTON -- The 2022 NHL Draft happened in a flash, and a handful of Massachusetts high schoolers were selected. }. The official 2022-23 Hockey Roster for the University of Massachusetts Minutemen and Minutewomen. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23. So for me its just going to be trying to get better every day, come back next season better than I was this year.. If the three other commits drafted on Wednesday enroll at UMass that would give Carvel and his staff 10 draft picks of 34 totalin the annals of the Minutemen program. Junior hockey in Canada, European leagues and NCAA colleges. #GoAvsGo #HugMeBrother pic.twitter.com/Tmi0ZOGhDa. var sellablestring3 = "STAFF FILE PHOTO"; Kessel is officially the 7th player drafted to the NHL that has played under Carvel in Amherst, and he is the 31st draftee in Minutemen program history. The University of Maines hockey team had its seven-game unbeaten streak snapped on Friday night. Its where we wanted to be. List of players that played amateur hockey for Michigan State Scott Morrow, skates the puck up the ice past Minnesota's David Silye After a record-setting 2018-19 season, that number reached 567,908 -- an increase of more than 190%. Sean Farrell (Hopkinton) was selected by Montreal Canadiens in 2020 NHL Draft. Four Minutemen were taken in the second day of the draft. They got to the net better than we did, said UMaine coach and former UMass associate head coach Ben Barr. While he has not yet played pro games, he projects favorably into an NHL blue line as an everyday player. Only Boston College (21) and Boston University (15) have more. #stlblues #NHLDraft pic.twitter.com/lTfLIELzwJ, Lucas Mercuri - 6th round, 159th overall - Carolina Hurricanes, Lucas Mercuri: not in retrograde pic.twitter.com/EoA6w6wLcJ, Noah Ellis - 6th round, 184th overall - Vegas Golden Knights, We have selected defenseman Noah Ellis with the 184th pick!!! Most Viewed Players Top 10 players NHL Players 2 . Sam Colangelo is a 6-foot-2, 205-pound right wing from Stoneham. UMass also had four players/commits taken in the 2020 NHL Draft last year (Kessel, Mercuri, Noah Ellis and Timofey Spitserov) however in the time since Spitserov has flipped his commitment from . In NHL betting best bet and free pick analysis. Ive been lucky.. Leonard was selected 182nd overall . photo by J. Anthony Roberts. Obviously, the main goal is to help your team eventually get that Stanley Cup, and then after winning the award obviously you want to be able to prove to people why you did. Maine news, sports, politics, election results, and obituaries. Johnny did a good job and had a good camp and deserves to be with the big club.. He was selected by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2nd round (No. The program cannot officially comment on players who are not enrolled or who have not signed their National Letters of Intent. Subscribe Today, Murdaughs fall from grace ends in life sentence for murder, Biden leaving room to change his mind on reelection, Authorities to discuss breakthrough in 45-year-old unsolved Granby homicide, Man, cats removed from Hadley home with no heat, running water. Three schools boast six alumni on club rosters, including The UMass Minutemen Ice Hockey team is a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I men's college ice hockey program that represents the University of Massachusetts Amherst.The Minutemen are a member of Hockey East.They play at the 8,387-seat William D. Mullins Memorial Center (known as the Mullins Center) in Amherst, Massachusetts. Hockey players from Quincy, MA, USA. At 22, Makar doesnt have a lot of NHL experience, but having the Calder on his resume is a way to move to the top of the list. Sean Farrellis a 5-foot-8, 175-pound center from Hopkinton. '"; From @UMassHockey, we have made Joshua Lopina our selection in the fourth round!#DucksDraft presented by @Honda pic.twitter.com/WMsrrBOGos. The NHL, also known as the National Hockey League, is followed by fans in America with 32 teams across the USA. 36 overall). Center Josh Lopina, who was the Hockey East co-rookie of the year in 2020-21, was another fourth-round selection. Makar had four goals and 11 assists in 15 postseason games. For the second year in a row the University of Massachusetts has matched their program-high of four drafted players/commits, only this time they have done it as the defending national champions. Alex Prewitt. We played a little loose at times and they capitalized. Home Pro signings by NCAA hockey players, 2021 offseason Pro signings by NCAA hockey players, 2021 offseason Know of other pro signings not listed here? Cup Playoff roster, totaling 71 former Hockey East players in the playoffs. The final Minuteman selected was defenseman Ufko. Makar is the Calder Trophy winner, given to the leagues top rookie. The Hurricanes added Jesse Puljujarvi from the Edmonton Oilers in a trade on Tuesday, but he isn't expected . Since Day 1, Ive enjoyed hanging out with them, trips, being on the road, in the bubble. He is committed to play at Harvard University. During the 2018 NHL Draft, eight from Massachusetts were chosen:Oliver Wahlstrom, Jay OBrien, Jake Wise, Jordan Harris, Michael Callahan, Liam Gorman, John Leonard and Riley Hughes. John Leonard, seen here playing for the UMass-Amherst hockey team in 2019, is hoping to make the San Jose Sharks roster for this season. 1. Its been great. Notes:The 52 American players drafted represent 21 different states, including California (2), Colorado (1), Connecticut (1), Florida (1), Idaho (1), Illinois (2), Indiana (1), Iowa (1), Massachusetts (8), Michigan (6), Minnesota (8), Missouri (1), Montana (1), New Jersey (1), New York (4), North Dakota (2), Ohio (2), Rhode Island (2), Texas (3), Washington (1) and Wisconsin (3) A total of 18 players chosen have skated with USA Hockeys National Team Development Program A total of 43 drafted have played in the USHL Of those selected, 30 are slated to play college hockey in 2020-21 Twenty-seven players drafted competed in the 2020 BioSteel All-American Game and 45 have participated in USA Hockeys national player development camps Of those drafted, 10 players represented the U.S. in the 2019 World Junior A Challenge Six players drafted competed for the U.S. in the2019 Hlinka Gretzky Cup.