Following the on-ice portion of the program, the prospects met with media to discuss the upcoming draft weekend. “I’m excited,” said Celebrini, the heavy favourite to be selected first overall on Friday. “It’s going to be a great experience and I’m really looking forward to it.” When asked how the Top Prospects Clinic went, Celebrini said his priority was for the kids to enjoy the day. “Having fun, making sure they’re having fun. I think that’s important,” he said.
“I just try to focus on my game and be the best player I can be,” Iginla told the media when asked how he handles comparisons to his father, NBA Hall of Famer Jarome Iginla. NHL. When it comes to preparing to make the next big leap to the NHL, Iginla knows that big leaps take time. “I definitely want to get to the league as soon as possible, but I also want to be in a good position to be the best player I can be when I get there,” he said.
With one of the biggest days of their lives less than 48 hours away, participating in the Top Prospects Youth Hockey Clinic allowed the prospects involved to unwind and give back to the community in a fun way.
