“Yeah, it’s pretty awesome actually,” Dahlin said, his blond hair offset by the jet-black suit he wore. At 6-foot-2 and 181 pounds, Dahlin is considered the most NHL-ready prospect in this year’s draft class for his all-around ability. “All those characteristics they bring to the game, Dahlin has the same potential to bring those same characteristics,” NHL Central Scouting director Dan Marr, told The Associated Press last week. Add to that, Dahlin scored seven goals and 13 assists in 41 games with Frolunda of the Swedish Hockey League, and earned junior player of the year honors. ___More NHL hockey: https://apnews.com/tag/NHLhockeyCopyright 2018 The Associated Press.

Source: Washington Post June 01, 2018 23:26 UTC