In the previous update, we highlighted Ivan Chekhovich's accolades, including a five-game assist streak, and two NCAA prospects in Thomas Bordeleau and Scott Reedy lighting the lamp early in the season. Let's take a dive into this week's update of our Next Wave report:
He's McBack
What can we say. Jake McGrew has certainly been through some tough times in the last several years, having had three operations on his knee. But it hasn't stopped him from showcasing his talent and playing the sport he loves. In his first game since Oct. 6, 2019 with the Spokane Chiefs of the Western Hockey League, Jake McGrew debuted in his first professional game on Dec. 12 and scored twice for the Allen Americans. His first goal of the game came 2:24 into the first period. Technically speaking, in his last seven games of hockey, he's scored seven goals and three assists for 10 points.
Hot Hands
Definitely keep an eye on Jonathan Dahlen in the Allsvenskan, as he is on a torrent streak, averaging 2.19 points-per-game this year. Now with 35 points in just 16 games, the Timra captain is leading the way in the Allsvenskan by six points after scoring a hat trick plus one assist on Dec. 3, and then earning three straight multi-assist games from Dec. 9-12; two three-assist contests and a four-point game (two goals, two assists).
Ober accomplished
Linus Oberg, a 2020 seventh-round selection, registered a four-point game, a personal single-game best, on Dec. 13 en route to a 5-2 win. He's surpassed his goal and point total as of last season and also has a hat trick under his belt to go with 11 points in 21 contests.
Next Wave: December 17
