Jake Gardiner, a 17th overall pick in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, has experienced an eventful beginning to his professional hockey career. A product of the University of Wisconsin, Gardiner was the key asset in the deal that brought him to Toronto alongside Joffrey Lupul in 2011. In addition to being traded as a prospect, Gardiner experienced a setback in his development due to a concussion sustained during his second full season in the league (2012-13). Fortunately, Gardiner has proven himself resilient by fully recovering from this injury and only missing eight regular season games in the past three years.
Jake Gardiner – 2016-17 Player Preview
