Jordan Staal will not be around forever, but the role of the hard-checking defensive center that is tough in the face-off circle will exist as long as hockey is played. Could Lucas Wallmark fill that role for the Carolina Hurricanes one day?
Lucas Wallmark is not a household name among Carolina Hurricanes fans. Very few number 71 jerseys are scattered throughout PNC Arena when the Canes play at home. Yet, one would be hard pressed to say that Lucas Wallmark has not been a huge contributor to the Canes’ recent success. Much like the previously-covered wrecking-ball that is Brock McGinn, Wallmark’s contributions can’t always be seen on the score sheet. We shouldn’t overlook the fact he…
