Hadrian Junior Review

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British defenseman Hadrian declared for the S77 VHL Draft late in S75, so he was an early bird (as Romans tended to be). With five games left in the 75th VHLM season, Hadrian signed with the Houston Bulls as a draftable free agent, playing with friends and fellow historical figures like William of Orange, The Leaning Tower of Pisa, Alexander the Great, and Genghis Khan. In his 5 games with the Bulls, Hadrian held up well to the new North American ice, recording 2 points (both assists) in 5 games. Hadrian also had 18 penalty minutes, 12 hits, and 13 blocked shots, showing off a rough, defense-oriented style of play. Hadrian, a 6'6" blueliner, used his frame well and showcased his obvious potential as a shutdown blueliner, although the lack of discipline is a minor concern. He hoped to impress the team enough in his short stint to make a name for himself not only with the team but across the league as well. 

 

Considered to be one of the best players in the S76 VHLM Draft as a young defensive prospect, Hadrian continued to put in the hard work that had got him noticed by the Bulls in the first place. Of course, he would focus on his defending, but also improving his offensive capabilities, adding some scoring touch, improved passing, and speed to his VHL-ready frame. Considered to be the 3rd best defenseman in the S77 VHL draft class, which already has some players over 200 TPE, he shows immense promise as a defense-first player who can help break out of the defensive zone and start a rush. While hoping to go back to the Bulls, he had no real draft preference and was willing to play for any team.

 

Hadrian himself expected to go in the third round, as a fairly unknown quantity with no real experience in the league. But with VHLM teams needing defensemen more than ever, he was selected with the last pick in the first round (12th overall) by the Mexico City Kings. Hadrian had never been to Mexico (although he never really wanted to; he's used to the cold as a Brit), nor had he interviewed with the organization, but a top 4 spot was his for the taking already, and he is excited to go to work with the Kings and make the playoffs, something he was unable to do with the Bulls in his 5-game stint. He's spent the offseason continuing to improve, and is excited to get to work with Mexico City and win a cup. 

 

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