Is there Hope for Colin McDonald?

Bill James taught us about comparables (comps) and what they can tell us about specific prospects. If a #4 overall pick begins to sputter and make funny noises, Jason Bonsignore might be a comp. If the kid your team drafted in the middle of the first round starts to make ridiculous plays with the puck and make veterans miss while still a teenager, then names like Hossa, Middleton and others come to the fore.It should be mentioned that not all comps go on to have long and productive careers. When we talk about using comparables and cite NHL players we are really talking about "best case scenario" for these players using logic and good sense.There have always been surface things that tie Colin McDonald to Fernando Pisani:Both were drafted out of tier 2 junior (AJHL and EJHL).Both played 4 full years for Providence (NCAA).Both had extended AHL careers (172-164 Pisani so far).Both have good size for the NHL.Both have good shots.Both spent periods of time being "long shot...