Dougie Hamilton on verge of NHL debut

[blackngold]

The 6-foot-5-inch, 193-pound Hamilton — he hopes to be 205 pounds when he returns for training camp in the fall — has already drawn comparisons to Jay Bouwmeester, Calgary’s smooth-moving ice-time eater. The right-shot Hamilton skates with ease and elegance that belie his hulking stature.

But when Hamilton fills out his frame and gains NHL mileage, the Bruins project him to be like Rob Blake. The former Kings captain punished opponents with his physique and no-nonsense approach.

Intimidation has worked for Zdeno Chara. It is an element that would also benefit Hamilton, who spent his time last fall tracking Chara’s on- and off-ice habits.

“They paired me with him right off the start,” said Hamilton. “Listening to him and having him in my ear talking to me, I definitely took a lot from that. I’m looking forward to going back to main camp with him.”

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[srehm1]

can't wait to check this kid out.

[Broons66]

Ive read nothing but great things about this kid. Comparisons to Blake and Pronger really have me excited to see him play. Have even read he's future captain material. Kessel trade really gave us quite a bright future with Seguin and Hamilton.

[bruiser11]

They should throw him into the fire. I would.