Every player encounters a unique path to the National Hockey League. While some share similar journeys as top prospects or late bloomers, others face obstacles, detours, and other hurdles on their way to the top league in the world.
In Justin Brazeau’s case, he wondered if he’d even touch the ice for one NHL shift.
After spending his first six seasons between the East Coast and American Hockey Leagues, the 26-year-old winger finally received that long-awaited promotion ahead of Boston’s tilt with the Dallas Stars on Monday afternoon.
“It’s honestly been hard,” Brazeau said.