Friday, July 23, 2021

The explanation for why the Arizona Coyotes forfeited their number one draft pick is very funny

Sporting News:

[The Coyotes conducted] predraft physical fitness testing of more than 20 prospects prior to the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.

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This testing is illegal when it's conducted outside the NHL's scouting combine window

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Arizona reportedly didn't think it broke any rules when it asked prospects during pre-combine interviews about their eating habits, supplement use and workout regimens. The NHL, however, was concerned that a strength and conditioning consultant, Tommy Powers, was involved. The Coyotes also reportedly requested that draft prospects attend interviews wearing T-shirts and shorts so team staff could "eyeball" their bodies.