Tippett eager to prove he is NHL-ready this year August 31, 2017

Owen Tippett may only be 18-years-old, but Florida’s latest first round draft pick believes he can contribute immediately to the Panthers’ squad. The Peterborough, Ontario-native’s star has been on the rise in the last couple of years, culminating in a breakout season last year with the Mississauga Steelheads that saw him tally 44 goals in just 60 regular season games, and 21 points in 19 playoff appearances.

For more on Tippett, check out the nhl.com story here.