ColoradoAvalanche.com is profiling players who completed their rookie seasons with the organization in 2020-21. This installment takes a look at forward Alex Newhook.
While preparing for his freshman year on the Boston College roster, forward Alex Newhook was selected with the 16th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft by the Colorado Avalanche. Taking the leap from college to pro is no easy feat but after two seasons in Boston, Newhook was ready for the challenge.
Leading up to his NHL debut, Newhook competed in his sophomore year for Boston College racking up 16 points (seven goals and nine assists) in 12 games. He missed the first half of the season due to quarantine protocols ahead of the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship in Edmonton. While representing his country at the World Juniors, Newhook notched six points (three goals, three assists) while helping Team Canada win the silver medal.
Rookie Rewind: Alex Newhook
Forward had three points in his first six NHL games
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