Morgan Geekie combined a bigger role, improved two-way play, and the ability to stay in the lineup every night to go from depth piece to legitimate NHL star.
How did Morgan Geekie turn himself into an NHL superstar in just a year and a half?
A year ago, he was the “nice depth piece” on a bargain deal. Now he is chasing Rocket Richard numbers, locked in long term, and even getting quiet Team Canada buzz without anyone rolling their eyes.