This Jets prospect had no idea he was even drafted
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Winnipeg Jets prospect Jacob Julien recalls his hilarious NHL draft experience.
Julien, 19, was a 5th round overall pick for the Winnipeg Jets in 2023. During an interview, he recalls being at home during the 2023 NHL entry draft, playing cards with his family without even knowing the draft was taking place.
«I was playing cards with my family that night,» Julien said. «Cowan texted me saying, ‘Hey congrats bro,' and I said, ‘Oh, for what?' and Cowan said «You got drafted» and I was just like «oh cool, thanks, bro.»
Juliens road to being drafted in the NHL has been far from normal.
The London, Ontario native spent part of the 2022-23 season with the GOJHL's London Nationals while also going to school for engineering. It was his competitive level and tenacity that got the attention of Knights head coach Mark Hunter, who called Julien one afternoon to let him know that the Knights were watching. London took Julien No. 43 overall in the 2021 OHL U-18 draft
Julien has been an absolute weapon for the London Knights so far. Last season, he notched 29 goals and 49 assists for 78 points. On top of that, he was instrumental for the Knights during their Memorial Cup championship run.
It will be interesting to see how Julien continues to develop in the OHL next season. He took part in the Jets summer development camp and had an impressive showing. One can only assume his emergence in the AHL for the Manitoba Moose will be coming soon.
source: Daily Faceoff
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