The Carolina Hurricanes selected former Barrie Colt and OHL Number one pick Ryan Suzuki in this year’s entry draft. Have we mentioned what a steal that was? This, however, is not the first Barrie Colt standout turned Carolina Hurricanes prospect; last year saw the luck of the draw win Carolina that year’s best forward prospect, and accomplished Barrie Alumni.
Andrei Svechnikov was the selection last year, as Carolina jumped from late lottery to second overall pick. It was a draft that many viewed as franchise altering. Svech, as he’s come to be known by many Caniac’s, has a skill set that is rare and heavily valued in today’s NHL.