"What do you mean when you say that you are looking for size? Are you looking for someone tall, someone with a large wingspan, or someone who just looks big in his equipment?" I asked.
I was met with a blank stare.
That was the response I received from an NHL scout, who had spent the better part of the past 30 minutes talking about the importance of size in a prospect. That particular scout had been very successful in uncovering overlooked prospects for an organization which has been, in turn, very successful at turning payroll into wins and Stanley Cups.