Like virtually all Chicago Blackhawk fans, I grew up idolizing and modeling anything I did related to hockey after Patrick Kane. Regardless of whether or not you were a Blackhawks fan growing up, you no doubt acknowledged Kane as one of the pioneers of American hockey. As of right now, one could argue that he is the best American player ever.
The 2016 draft is a great look at how American hockey continues to grow and prosper. The draft at Keybank Center in Buffalo saw a record 12 Americans taken in the first round.