Off The Radar: Jevpalovs finds a home, but quartet still trying to attract NHL attent

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Photo: Blainville-Boisbriand Armada forward Nikita Jevpalovs had been passed over three times in the NHL Draft but was just signed to a contract by the San Jose Sharks (courtesy of Francois Laplante/FreestylePhoto/Getty Images)


 

The NHL Draft often signals the beginning of a future professional career for many young hopefuls. For those not drafted, it can become a motivator to improve and put in the work necessary in order to be noticed. The Off the Radar article is a monthly feature that spotlights prospects that have been overlooked in previous drafts who could be worthy of another chance.

Nikita Jevpalovs – Blainville-Boisbriand Armada
Forward, 6’1â€, 210 lbs., Riga, Latvia

There have been a few interesting chapters in the curious case of Nikita Jevpalovs.… read more

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