A top prospect wasn't happy at all with the team that drafted him
Tij Iginla's preference to be drafted by the Calgary Flames over the Utah Hockey Club has caused controversy.
Whether this situation parallels the Eric Lindros saga with the Quebec Nordiques remains to be seen, as Tij's sentiments about his draft placement become public. His outstanding performance in Kelowna indicates he has NHL potential, similar to his legendary father Jarome Iginla.
Time will reveal how this situation unfolds and whether it impacts Tij's future in the NHL.
Source: Marker Zone
Tij Iginla reportedly not happy he was drafted by Utah Hockey Club
POLL |
JUILLET 15 | 71 ANSWERS A top prospect wasn't happy at all with the team that drafted him Do you think Tij Iginla should have avoided this kind of remark? |
Yes | 53 | 74.6 % |
No | 18 | 25.4 % |
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