Carter Bear expects to be healthy for NHL practice camps

“It’s going really well so far. My physio tells me I’m a month ahead of schedule.” – Carter Bear

Not only could he make it back in time for practice camps, but the fact that he’s as far ahead as expected gives him a good case for being drafted sooner.

Teams like to see a player who recovers quickly from an injury, especially to his Achilles tendon, even if it’s only a partial tear. That’s what supports your body, after all.

So it’s safe to say that the chances of him being available at #16 are now a little slimmer with this new information.

Bear could definitely be an interesting prospect for the Habs, having racked up no less than 82 points, including 40 goals, in 56 games.

But what’s interesting in his case is that he’s a left winger, but can just as easily be used at center.

What’s more, even if he’s not the most massive at 6 feet and 179 pounds, he loves to rush the net and deflect pucks. His shot is formidable and he can score in all sorts of ways.

It wouldn’t be a bad idea for the Habs to move up a few spots to draft him, as he’s certainly got a lot of talent and an interesting profile.

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