The most likely candidate to leave [the University of North Dakota] was VandeVelde – a 6-foot-2, 205-pound power forward. But today, VandeVelde announced he’s returning to UND for his senior year....
VandeVelde is coming off of a strong season in which he had 18 goals and 35 points – both figures ranked second on the team. He was UND’s best face-off guy and will be penciled in as the top-line center. Despite playing with a separated shoulder at the end of the season, VandeVelde was still dominant. He scored two goals in the NCAA regional loss to New Hampshire on highly skilled plays.
Brad Schlossman, Grand Forks Herald (bolding mine)
almost 3 years ago
Jonathan Willis
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I’ve got the kid at #6 with Horcoff as his upside. I like him and I like his decision to stay in college. UND is better than Springfield.
I'm a big fan of VandeVelde
He’s a very good bet ot be an NHL forward. That said, I don’t think he ever climbs above the third line; he seems more like a complementary player than a bus-driver on offense.
It's only my opinion, but it's right.
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by Jonathan Willis on May 1, 2009 4:05 PM MDT up reply actions
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