The Calgary Flames hoped to make a splash this past summer with the signing of Jakub Nakladal. A veteran of the Czech Extraliga, the Swiss National League A, and the Kontinental Hockey League, the thought was that Nakladal would provide a great right-shooting option for the team.
Unfortunately, he was hurt during training camp and didn't make a huge impression. However, after a strong season in the American Hockey League with the Stockton Heat, Nakladal's in the NHL.
We had the chance to catch up with the 28-year-old prior to the trade deadline.
You've finally made it to the NHL; what's the biggest difference between this league and the AHL?