CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. -- Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad swears he's still a kid even if his beard, his conduct and his hockey ability make him appear older.
Ekblad is still just 19 years old and one of the NHL's youngest players. He's one of 12 teenagers to appear in an NHL game this season. Despite his age, Ekblad does feel more experienced and more comfortable after going through his rookie season, for which he won the Calder Trophy.
Ekblad discussed the progression he's made, the expectations placed on the Panthers this season, the pressures put on 2015 No.