Shane Pinto became the first player selected on Day Two of the 2019 NHL Draft, with the Ottawa Senators deciding to stick with their selection amidst plenty of interest around the league.
With players such as Arthur Kaliyev, Raphael Lavoie and Bobby Brink still available, the decision to pick Pinto is one that has surprised and shocked many.
By all account, Pinto has had a solid draft year playing in the USHL – splitting the season between the Lincoln Stars and Tri-City Storm.
In 56 combined regular season games, Pinto scored 28 goals and had 59 total points – adding a further four goals and nine total points in six playoff games with the Storm.