Justin Schultz D FA Sat 12/15/12 11:56 AM
Justin Schultz
D FA
Canadian sports network TSN has compiled a Top 30 list of prospects that are already affiliated with NHL clubs and the Oilers' Justin Schultz is atop it.
TSN scout and former NHL general manager Craig Button was responsible for the list. He explains the selection of Schultz this way: "Justin leads the AHL in scoring as of December 14, 2012 and has shown to be everything, and perhaps even a little more, the Oilers were hoping for." Button feels Schultz would fit in very well with the Oilers when the lockout finally gets resolved. "Justin possesses all of the necessary elements to be a catalyst for what looks to be exciting times ahead for the Edmonton faithful. His combination of excellent skating, passing, thinking, anticipation and the desire to make a difference when it matters most, gives the Oilers a look of a player they have not had since the days of Paul Coffey. While Paul remains one of, if not perhaps the best skater in NHL history, Justin looks to provide similar type impact from his defense position."