Schmaltz one of a trio of defenders providing offense for North Dakota

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Sophomore Jordan Schmaltz (STL) is in the midst of a breakout season with the University of North Dakota and is one of college hockey’s rising young defensemen. The Verona, WI native currently co-leads the team with 23 points (six goals, 17 assists) in 40 games. He and senior defensive partner Dillon Simpson (EDM) comprised arguably the NCHC’s best defensive tandem this season.



Hockey’s Future caught up with Schmaltz after practice on Wednesday at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA for this interview.

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[Vladys Gumption]

I was pretty concerned about Schmaltz coming into this year, but he's taken a major step forward. It will be interesting to see how he does next year.

 

[bleedblue1223]

I might find myself watching North Dakota instead of the Blues tonight.

 

[bleedblue1223]

Schmaltz really is a fantastic skater. With his defensive development this year and if he continues to put muscle on, I think we could have a very special player.

 

[Vladys Gumption]

He's impressed me a ton tonight. He looks like he's got a ton of promise. If all goes well we could be looking at a Shattenkirk type player.

 

[bleedblue1223]

Definitely and since Schmaltz has a bigger frame, there is potential for more. Not saying that would happen though.