“The Canadiens pick, 18th overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, from the Omaha Lancers of the USHL, Louis Leblanc!”
All I can say is, at least we’re heading in the right direction! A six foot offensive power forward center is EXACTLY what we need, but we definitely could have used that individual this season and don’t tell me that Latendresse was that guy because he wasn’t.
Leblanc skipped the QMJHL to play in the U.S. Hockey League (USHL), with the Omaha Lancers where he netted 28 goals and added 31 assists with 78 penalty minutes, with another 2 goals and 1 assist in 3 playoff games.
What I really like about Leblanc is that this kid can skate! He makes quick strides and really gets up to speed quick. I see him as being a great second line center with 40-50 point seasons once he gets comfortable in the NHL in the next five or so years.
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