Interview: Blake Zielinski

Des Moines Buccaneers rookie forward Blake Zielinski was my guest on this week's interview

Des Moines Buccaneers rookie forward Blake Zielinski was my guest on this week's interview!

• Playing style and NHL player he models his game after

• Assessment of his first USHL season

• Phase I Draft process

• Pre-season plan and if starting with North Jersey was expected

• Conversations that led to his move to Des Moines

• Choice behind jersey number #42

• Progression from bottom-six to top-six role in Des Moines

• Chemistry with frequent linemate Jack Kernan

• Confidence boost from strong finish to the season

• Offseason focus and areas of improvement for next season