What will the 2011-2012 season bring for Cody Hodgson?
Drafted 10th overall in 2008, Hodgson was considered a can’t miss prospect—especially after following his draft year by leading Team Canada in scoring at the 2009 World Junior Championship (where Canada won gold and Hodgson had 16 points in six games) and being named the 2008-09 CHL Player of the Year.
Since then, Hodgson has hit on hard times. Injuries have marred his development, and Vancouver’s depth at centre has limited his opportunity.
Going into this season, Hodgson once again finds himself on the outside looking in if you go by the Canucks’ depth chart. With Henrik Sedin, Ryan Kesler, Manny Malhotra and Maxim Lapierre tentatively penciled in ahead of him, many fans see Hodgson as potential trade bait or in need of more time in the minors. But I disagree.
It goes without saying that this is a vital year for Hodgson. Assuming he’s healthy, it’s time for him to prove he belongs with the big boys and that he’s ready to be an asset on the Canucks third line. Although he’s played some right wing in the past, Hodgson is a natural tw ...
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