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5. Jordan Hickmott: University of Alberta Golden Bears
The Golden Bears have had 14 players go on to the National Hockey League, with the most well-known being long-time Edmonton Oilers defenceman Randy Gregg, and the most recent being Carolina Hurricanes forward Derek Ryan. Hickmott looks to be the next in line, and his tryout deal with the Toronto Marlies serves as a promising start. Having previously been given a shot with the New York Rangers coming out of the WHL in 2011, Hickmott has been a focal point of the Golden Bears’ offence since day one. A great eye for the game, Hickmott has a pro-level passing game with a very accurate wrist shot.
Hickmott should be a player who can certainly hang around in the AHL. However, being with a Leaf system loaded with prospects, it’s hard to imagine Hickmott gets a great shot with Toronto, but if anything, his time with the Marlies will be a showcase for other NHL teams expressing interest. The Edmonton Oilers historically have had a great relationship with Golden Bears products. The Dallas Stars have also shown interest as one of Hickmott’s former WHL coaches, Derek Laxdal now coaches the Stars’ AHL affiliate.