Wright's Post-Draft Comments

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VHL.com has caught up with rookie centerman Nate Wright who was drafted 41st overall to the Malmo Nighthawks on Sunday and 23rd overall to the Yukon Rush on Monday.

 

Do you have any comments on your draft position or the team that picked you?

 

"I'm honestly surprised I even got picked in the VHL draft. I felt like my performance last season was lackluster, but nonetheless I'm eternally grateful to the Nighthawks for giving me a chance. They will not regret this, and I will make sure of that."

 

How do you feel about remaining with Yukon next season for more conditioning?

 

"I'm glad that Josh saw enough potential in me to want to keep me around. I've been busting my [expletive] in the gym to make sure I'm the best I can be. Our playoff run was, to be frank, embarrassing, but we're going to make up for that this year. Mark my words.

 

How have you been spending your time during the offseason?

 

"Other than waiting for the draft, I've been grinding day in and day out to make sure I'm still in good shape for next season. My focus has mainly been on my faceoffs and playmaking skills. If I'm not creating chances for my wingers and defensemen, then what good am I as a center?"