[Drury18]

Did Jooris post the points under Ward? Absolutely not. But the thing with Ward and college guys is that he sat down, had the patience with them and understood what the issues translating a college game to AHL game. There are numerous pre game interviews posted in those old Abby threads where Ward repeated over and over that he wasn't worried about the college guys, he was working with them and this was a normal college "hump" and confidence and scoring will come. Ward was definitely responsible in keeping up Jooris' confidence so he could make the jump.

Derek Willis was basing his comments on play only I believe. I'm not sure how privy he was to what Ward did off ice with these guys. Which fair enough. But Ward put a lot of time in with Jooris, Hanowski and Knight to help them that first year between pro and college.

Agostino is an anomaly if you will. One of those guys who immediately transitioned without issues. Same with Gaudreau. This isn't common place and speaks to the level of talent both have.