Day: July 25, 2001

by Denis Savage

At 6’1″ and 210lbs, the “Big Bear”, Pavel Brendl stands on the brink of the NHL. Drafted 4th overall by the Rangers in the 1999 draft Brendl has continued to linger atop the Ranger prospect list with fellow 1999 draft pick Jamie Lundmark. Playing in the WHL for the Calgary Hitmen he continues to tear up the league posting impressive scoring numbers. At 20 years old he has continued his pace for a goal a game average during his 3-year junior career.