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Jalen Smereck is putting in the work to make his way to the NHL

Related Topics: Flint Firebirds, Tucson AHL team

Where Did He Come From?: Undrafted, 2016 Camp Invitee

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2016-17 Point Totals: 2 games with the Tucson Roadrunners (1-1-2), 60 games with the OHL’s Flint Firebirds (9-36-45)

Has He Played in the NHL?: Yes! One preseason game

Jalen Smereck is a trailblazer. Last season he became the first African-American to play for the Flint Firebirds, which began operations in 2015. Even though he went undrafted, his talents earned him an invite to the Coyotes development and training camps. He even got to play in one pre-season game, against the Los Angeles Kings, before being sent back to his junior club.