The transition from junior hockey or collegiate hockey to the professional level isn’t always a smooth one. This is precisely the case with a pair of Detroit Red Wings prospects who continue to falter at the American Hockey League Level.
David Pope was a 4th round draft pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Level Draft. He played college hockey for four years at Nebraska-Omaha. He thrived in his fourth season scoring 20 goals and added 21 helpers. His 41 points in 35 games was a personal best at the collegiate level.
Pope was expected to make a roster push this summer; he is 24 years old.