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Ranked #9 by ISS Hockey, 2017 NHL Entry Draft: Makar shared the credit in his acceptance speech. Post a scouting report/trivia/player comment in English (visible here), A fantastic skater… an effortless stride and light feet…loses no speed in transitions and is difficult to lock down, He scans the ice well in all three zones and when he made a decision on where to move the puck, delivers passes hard and on the tape, 2017 round 1 #4 overall by Colorado Avalanche. I think Quinn and Cale are going to be in Norris Trophy conversation as the NHL’s best defenseman in the future.”. Makar, a Calgary native, first played within the Crowchild Blackhawks minor-hockey program before moving to play with the NWCAA Bruins at the Bantam level in 2011. Makar’s missed time with an upper body injury created the discrepancy in games. Makar, who played two seasons as a Minuteman, won the 2019 Hobey Bakar Award and led the Minutemen to the program’s first Frozen Four. "Cale just does a little bit more right now with respect to his overall game and I think Quinn is going to get there. and was named the game's No. He proved last season to be versatile in the line up and able to provide hard minutes when needed. FILE - In this Feb. 26, 2020, file photo, Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl … Goals: 2 - 3x - Last at Merrimack (2/28/19) You need to be Premium to access this feature. Makes high percentage decisions that help his team move the puck up-ice. Assists: 3 - vs. Northeastern (1/18/19)

Important: An official team/league url or a team document must be provided for us to update player stats. Combined with his offensive ability, this would make him a star. Upload the photo, let us review it and we will upload it within 48 hours, assuming you confirm you have the photographer's permisson to have it uploaded at eliteprospects.com. Many have called Cale Makar one of the purest talents to ever crop up out of the AJHL. (AEHL U15), AMMHL at www.masslive.com. Hughes leads all NHL rookies with 53 points on eight goals and 45 assists in 68 games. “These are two exceptional hockey players. the story announcing Makar’s commitment to the Minutemen. With the Stanley Cup Finals taking place in Edmonton, several former Oilers participated in the award show.

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These two guys are going to be in the discussion for the Norris Trophy. Former UMass star Cale Makar wins Calder Trophy as top rookie. He has contributed on 33.1 percent of all of UMass' total goals scored this season and has been among college hockey's most dominant players on a nightly basis. The EliteProspects Rinkside NCAA Free Agent Watch List for t... AMBHL “I just want to say I know a lot of people in hockey they not only tell me that you’re a really good hockey player but more importantly they say you’re one of the nicest people that ever has come into the National Hockey League so my hat goes off to your mom and dad and your family congratulations on the award well deserved good for you.”. Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, Amy Cooper made second 911 call about Black birdwatcher in Central Park, prosecutors say, Beyond Amazon Prime Day: 4 ways e-commerce has shaken up the retail industry over the past 5 years. Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) in the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019, in Denver. Quinn also has a good team around him, but this year I'd go with Makar.".

He finished the game with a goal and an assist giving him two goals and four assists in seven postseason games (that includes three round robin games). Registered an assist vs. No. • Cale Makar and UMass' turnaround » Makar leads the team with 46 points, which ties him for fourth in the country.

I’d first like to obviously congratulate Quinn and Dominic on their outstanding seasons,” he said.

He reads and executes plays quickly, making good things happen for his teammates every time he is out on the ice. Cousin: Mark Logan and Tom Lysiak, Powered by FILE - In this Feb. 11, … Makar’s missed time with an upper body injury created the discrepancy in games.

Former UMass star Cale Makar wins Calder Trophy as top rookie FILE - In this Feb. 26, 2020, file photo, Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) skates against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Las Vegas. In his first full season, a relative term in 2020, he’s thrived. “I just liked Cale a little more. The former Minuteman was named the 2019-20 Calder Trophy winner Monday as the league’s top rookie. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. Many Coyotes were caught flat-footed as he flew through the zone. (AEHL U18), RBC Cup Most Valuable Player (Roland Mercier Trophy), NCAA Top Collegiate Player (Hobey Baker Award), NCAA Top Collegiate Player (Hobey Baker Award) Finalist, 2013, 8 #164 overall by Medicine Hat Tigers, Log in or go premium to post and read comments. Makar was virtually presented the award by Wayne Gretzky, who said he’d heard good things about Makar the person in addition to admiring his ability. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Makar spun him around and then flipped a backhander past newly-inserted goalie Antti Raanta. Details --> https://t.co/RArCkhwtNw #AJHL pic.twitter.com/qRBDtQdG7N, “We are excited for Taylor and his opportunity with UMass,” Brooks coach and general manager Ryan Papaioannou said in the story announcing Makar’s commitment to the Minutemen. 4 overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft led UMass to the Frozen Four in his sophomore season before turning professional. All rights reserved (About Us). Career Highs Goals: 2 - 3x - Last at Merrimack … It didn’t take long for former UMass hockey star Cale Makar to make an impact in the NHL.

Makar gets the edge in plus/minus. 4 overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft led UMass to the Frozen Four in his sophomore season before turning professional.

Ranked #7 by Future Considerations, 2017 NHL Entry Draft:

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - JANUARY 04: Cale Makar #8 of the Colorado Avalanche plays against the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center on January 04, 2020 in Newark, New Jersey.

Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC. High-end hockey IQ and understands his own game very well, allowing him to stay coachable and play to his strengths in any situation. Without games to talk about, Hughes vs. Makar has been a popular debate, especially in hockey-mad Canada. [EP 2017] Cale Makar is a year removed from winning the Hobey Baker Award and appears likely someday to compete for a Norris Trophy.

“Thank you very much, I’m extremely honored and humbled to accept this Calder Trophy. There was a debate during the NHL’s pandemic stoppage over which franchise defenseman - Makar or Hughes - was likely to take home the top rookie honor. To the coaching staff obviously thank you for the trust that they show in me through this entire season and thank you to our trainers and everyone in the avalanche administration for everything that they did to help keep our focus on the ice and then Lastly to the great fans of Denver I’m extremely appreciative of the fantastic support you’ve shown me and their team and then lastly to a lifelong family friend Bill Hay who won the Calder in 1960 with Chicago. © 2020 Advance Local Media LLC. The Avalanche defenseman won, but it wasn’t a landslide as Makar’s 53.66 percent edged Hughes’ 43.9.

They’re going to be compared and contrasted for years to come.”, “I would also have Makar a notch ahead,” said Button, TSN resident director of scouting, NHL analyst and former NHL general manager.

“They’re both obviously very entertaining players to watch I can’t give enough thanks to each and every one of my Avalanche teammates.

We only use official stats. Franchise Hockey Manager, Get access to Skill Rating and many more premium features, Drafted 2016, 11 #173 overall by Fargo Force in the USHL Entry Draft, Drafted 2013, 8 #164 overall by Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL Bantam Draft, 2017 NHL Entry Draft: The Hall of Fame could be greeting him in 25 years.”.

Makes high percentage decisions that help his team move the puck up-ice. When the ol’ rumour mill started churning abo... You need to have EP Premium to view these stats.

All rights reserved (About Us). Picked up second assist of the season at Union (10/13) ... Tallied first assist and collegiate point in collegiate debut at Arizona State (10/6) paired with Jake McLaughlin. Earlier this month, The Athletic asked their 41 writers who cover the NHL to vote for each of the league’s awards. He’s expected to … Stickhandling and puck possession play is superb. Stickhandling and puck possession play is superb. He reads and executes plays quickly, making good things happen for his teammates every time he is out on the ice. Sign up at the top of the website.

Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Help fund crucial watchdog journalism. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)Getty Images. Cale Makar made history Monday night, becoming the first former UMass hockey player to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL rookie of the year. Many have called Cale Makar one of the purest talents to ever crop up out of the AJHL. Makar had 12 goals, 38 assists and 50 points in 57 games to lead all first-year players in points per game (0.88 vs. Hughes 0.78). I think for us as a team, we’re all focused on just being in the playoffs and hopefully finishing in first place.

Alex Goligoski was the last defenseman with a chance in the high slot.

Get access to our unique free agency lists and many more premium features. Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. Watch former UMass star Cale Makar’s coast-to-coast goal in Colorado Avalanche win over Arizona Coyotes (video). led UMass to the 2019 national championship game. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. FILE - In this Feb. 26, 2020, file photo, Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) skates against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Las Vegas. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Scored the game-winning goal at.