Much has been made of the high-end Ducks prospects looking to make an impact this season; whether it be those with a relatively high draft pedigree (Sam Steel, Isaac Lundestrom or Maxime Comtois) or those who have already carved out an early career of success on the world stage (Troy Terry) but there is one name that has taken everybody by surprise.
So who is Kiefer Sherwood?
Born in Columbus, Ohio to Roger and Yuko Sherwood, Kiefer grew up playing in suburban New Albany. He spent much of his development in the Columbus Blue Jackets junior system - playing 2 seasons for their under-16 team and one for the under-18s - from there he got a 4 game look with the USDP before moving onto the in-state Youngstown Phantoms of the USHL.