“Learn and grow and get better.”
That’s what Ryan Merkley said he wanted to get out of attending the San Jose Sharks development camp back in July, and it will no doubt remain the 2018 first-round pick’s mantra as he plies his trade for the Ontario Hockey League’s Guelph Storm this season.
As we all know by now, Merkley — who turned 18 on August 14 — was selected 21 overall by the Sharks after recording 13 goals, 54 assists and (for those who still care about this stat) a minus-29 rating last season, his second at the OHL level.