Brooks is a player who could help change the face of NHL drafting going forward. I think it makes a lot of sense to draft an over ager, and I really don't understand why more teams haven't gone this route. There are many factors that can hold a junior player back in the CHL. They only have 1-2 seasons to prove themselves leading up to their draft year. What if you're a late bloomer? What if you're on a team like the London Knights that is stacked with great players, and you just don't get your chance to shine until later on? Why not pick an older player that dominates in year 3? There is a bigger sample size to work with, and with the uncertainty around most players picked from the 3rd round on, it seems like a no brainer to me.
I said when we drafted Connor Brown that he just might be the best late round pick the Leafs have ever made, but Adam Brooks can give Connor a run for his money! The draft cupboards are fully stocked..
Best of luck bud, hopefully be seeing you on the Leafs soon!
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Guy lit up the WHL. Hopefully it carries over to the AHL and beyond.
Brooks is a player who could help change the face of NHL drafting going forward. I think it makes a lot of sense to draft an over ager, and I really don't understand why more teams haven't gone this route. There are many factors that can hold a junior player back in the CHL. They only have 1-2 seasons to prove themselves leading up to their draft year. What if you're a late bloomer? What if you're on a team like the London Knights that is stacked with great players, and you just don't get your chance to shine until later on? Why not pick an older player that dominates in year 3? There is a bigger sample size to work with, and with the uncertainty around most players picked from the 3rd round on, it seems like a no brainer to me.
Next coming of Connor Brown, late round steal, with huge points in junior? I think so…
Good answers. I like this kid! Wish there were two Maple Leafs teams
I said when we drafted Connor Brown that he just might be the best late round pick the Leafs have ever made, but Adam Brooks can give Connor a run for his money! The draft cupboards are fully stocked..
Best of luck bud, hopefully be seeing you on the Leafs soon!