October 9, 2008

Jones Nabs Top Assignment

The following article featuring former Dartmouth standout David Jones appeared in the October 8 issue of the Denver Post.

 

By Adrian Dater
The Denver Post

The kid with the generic name is getting the star treatment.

David Jones, the late call-up whose play was a pleasant surprise last season, will start on the top line tonight when the Avalanche opens a new season against the Boston Bruins.

Jones, 24, will skate at right wing on a line with Joe Sakic and Wojtek Wolski. Considering he started last season in the minor leagues and still is only a little more than a year removed from playing at Dartmouth, Jones' ascent has been somewhat startling.

Complete article can be accessed via the Post Web site by clicking here.