Logan Cooley sends a message to the Canadiens' management and he replies directly to Shane Wright

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Jeff Drouin
May 14, 2022 (9:48)

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After Shane Wright's very confident and clear speech following the NHL 2022 lottery, it was now Logan Cooley's turn to reply and send a clear message to the Montreal Canadiens (we're talking about the youngster who should normally be drafted second)

Cooley really believes he has done enough to be in the conversation for the first overall pick.

The one who is actually seen by many experts as the second best prospect available for the upcoming draft was also paying close attention during Tuesday's draw.

Fun fact: he almost missed it.

"I almost missed it," he admitted with a laugh. I thought it was the next day and while flipping through, I came across the channel. (By accident) It was cool to see where I could end up."

According to many, Cooley probably has the most offensive potential of the 2022 crop, but he's also less ready and more risky than a mature player like Shane Wright.

The plan next season is for Cooley to land in the NCAA and wear the colors of the University of Minnesota, but he also doesn't rule out making the jump directly to the NHL.

Cooley is also speaking out on the subject:

"Right now, I think I have the skating stroke, hockey IQ, hands and several other attributes to play in the NHL. Ultimately, it will depend on my physical strength. I plan on working out this summer to get stronger. Ultimately, I will listen to the recommendations of the team that drafts me."

Good attitude! And this is precisely the analysis of several experts, Cooley has a lot of qualities on the ice, it is very promising, but he must take mass and maturity in his game.

Everyone expects the Habs to draft Shane Wright, but Logan Cooley has a very good and positive attitude and is willing to try anything to change the minds of Montreal officials.

"I think I've done enough to deserve to be in the conversation for the first overall pick."

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