Yes, he Kelowna Rockets defenseman Cal Foote is the son of 20-year NHL defenseman Adam Foote. Pedigree may help Foote make it to the league, but it will not keep him there. His size, skills, and sense will though, and make him a compelling option for the San Jose Sharks with the 19th pick in the first round.
Standing 6-foot-4 and weighing over 210 pounds, Foote’s size is perhaps more noticeable than the famous nameplate on the back of his jersey. Foote doesn’t necessarily use that size to physically intimidate his opponents, but uses it enough defensively. His long reach makes his stick check particularly disruptive, and he pairs that with good gap control.