Defenseman John Moore, CC’s prized recruit and projected by many to be a first-round pick in the NHL draft later this month, has fielded plenty of calls from junior teams wanting his services. Once again, however, Moore expressed that he is definitely coming to CC in the fall.
“They’re calling my house, but I’m really happy with CC,” said Moore, who has maintained all year that he plans to attend college in the fall.
Moore said when he was at the NHL combine last week, teams told him how he could grow as a hockey player and a person at Colorado College. He said he likes the fact that he can get a great education while playing Division I hockey.
“To me, it’s kind of a no-brainer,” Moore said. “It’s the best of both worlds and I can’t wait to get out there.”
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Hmm, that’s not what he’s saying in his blog: http://thepipelineshow.blogspot.com/2009/06/moore-from-pipeline-part-4.html.
Jeff, sorry for the late reply, didn’t see the pending comment until now. As for Moore, I can only go by what he has told me. I’ve spoken to him a few times this offseason and he has always told me the same thing — he plans on coming to CC in the fall. And he has always been adamant about it. He acknowledged last time that junior teams have called his house but then gave me the quote about going to CC being a “no-brainer” decision. Could he change his mind? I’m sure he could, especially if his NHL team pushes him hard to play juniors. But I think the odds are low, just based on my dealings with him and what he has told me. I will ask him again when I speak to him this week and update his status.