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That’s Wild
- Next on our Top 25 Under 25 list is the reigning CHL and WHL MVP, winger Adam Beckman. The 19-year-old is certainly appearing to be a third-round steal if he keeps up this progression. [Hockey Wilderness]
- In case you missed it, our pals at BC Interruption talked with Wild prospect Matt Boldy on his play at Boston College this season. [BC Interruption]
Off the trail...
- Fred Sasakamoose, one of the first Indigenous players in the NHL, with the Chicago Blackhawks during the 1953-54 season, passed away by a presumed case of COVID-19. [Associated Press]
The #Oilers are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend & hockey icon Fred Sasakamoose.
— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) November 24, 2020
Fred was the first Canadian Indigenous @NHL player, he participated in our Celebration of First Nations Hockey & often travelled from Sask to bring kids from his community to games. pic.twitter.com/2zr9VLhqLV
- The NHL is running out of time to start the 2020-21 season on the targeted Jan. 1 start date. Player salaries, division realignment, and the concern of outbreak throughout some teams, are just some of the concerns. [Associated Press]
- Both the Vegas Golden Knights and Columbus Blue Jackets have announced positive COVID-19 tests within their team within the last couple days. We might be in for some stressful time as the league tries to start up their season. [Hockey Wilderness]
- Will Jaromir Jagr ever stop playing? Well he might be soon. [ProHockeyTalk]