Islanders Cole Eiserman: More Than A One-Timer Threat
While the production from the Islanders' 2024 first-round pick (No. 20) speaks for itself, Eiserman's ability to score not only from his signature spot at the left hashmarks but also from the slot and around the net offers optimism that his skillset will translate to the next level.
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Eiserman also showed impressive versatility in his shot selection, consistently beating goaltenders both high and low:
The 18-year-old will return to Boston University for his sophomore season this fall, where he is expected to take on an elevated role as a regular in the Terriers' top six.
With the additions of transfer Sacha Boisvert and CHL import Ryder Ritchie, it will be exciting to see whether Eiserman's offensive game can reach another level.
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Michael Ostrower wrote this story.
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