Adam Jiricek, brother of David, currently playing for the Blue Jackets, is regarded as one of the top prospects for the 2024 NHL draft.
Being a 17-year-old in a men's league presents its share of challenges. While some players have already undergone physical maturation and can handle the rigors, others, like Jiricek, may find themselves less prepared.
Last night, in a game, the defenseman, weighing in at 152 pounds, was on the receinving end of a brutal hit by a player nearly 50 pounds heavier and a decade older.
