Some players just have a gift when it comes to reading defenses and making plays in the offensive zone, and it’s clear as day who those those players are. They just act with a different sort of hunger when they’re seeking out those cross-ice passes or trying to scout out a fellow attacking player in a better position — it’s almost like a natural ability that forms organically after playing hockey for so damn long.
Date of Birth: October 22, 2002
Height: 6’0”
Weight: 172 lbs
Shot: Right
Xavier Bourgault can be that type of player when you watch him perform in the opposition’s zone.