Koudys Fitting in Fine as Game Progresses
The following article featuring Rensselaer defenseman Patrick Koudys appeared June 16 on the National Hockey League (NHL) Web site.
By Mike G. Morreale
NHL.com Staff Writer
Defenseman Patrick Koudys of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
never had the look of a deer in headlights despite being the final
North American skater to earn a spot at the NHL Scouting Combine
earlier this month.
In fact, he looked right at home. In addition to conducting his
seven scheduled interviews with NHL teams, Koudys finished in a
three-way tie for fifth in the bench press during the fitness
portion of the Combine, doing 12 reps with 150 pounds on the
bar.
One reason Koudys probably felt so at ease was the fact his
father, Jim, gave him a good idea of what to expect. Jim Koudys was
drafted in the 12th round (No. 252) by the New York Islanders in
1982, and after playing three seasons in the Ontario Hockey League
with the Sudbury Wolves, he played three seasons in the minor
leagues (1984-87).
Complete article can be accessed via the NHL Web site by clicking here.
