Fire on Ice: Andy McDonald
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The following article, which features former Colgate standout Andy McDonald, appeared July 29 on the National Hockey League (NHL) Web site.
Speed is not everything in the NHL, but often, players who can turn up the jets at the right time will find themselves on an island with only a goaltender in their way.
All 25 players listed in this slideshow can get a step on the best defensemen in the league and should make a major impact for their respective teams next year.
A vital part of the youth movement in St. Louis, Andy McDonald is one of the fastest skaters in professional hockey.
As the Blues, who reached the playoffs two years ago, continue to climb up the NHL hierarchy, McDonald, who helped Anaheim win a Stanley Cup in 2007, should get more recognition.
The following is a clip that displays McDonald's ability to use his speed to get himself in position to score against one of the game's best goaltenders, Chris Mason.
Complete article, including video, can be accessed via the NHL Web site by clicking here.
