EVERETT, WA – NOVEMBER 24: Kelowna Rockets forward Nolan Foote (29) skates out of the defensive zone during a game between the Kelowna Rockets and the Everett Silvertips on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, WA.

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COHEN: Nolan Foote had ‘Fun Playing Injured’ but he’s now 100 Percent and Ready for NHL Draft

Sat, 25 May 19 16:00:33 +0000

Russ Cohen Contributor

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Kelowna Rockets forward Nolan Foote is the brother of Tampa Bay Lightning defensive prospect Cal Foote, and the son of Colorado Avalanche legend Adam Foote. It’s a hockey family that has a ton of talent. Nolan is the oddball. He’s a forward in a family of defenseman. A left winger to be exact. There’s something to be said for a man who wants to carve his own path.

“Honestly, I have no idea why,” Foote told EP Rinkside when asked about his choice of position. “I just remember that I liked scoring goals. I’m even left-handed, and they’re both right-handed,” he laughed.

“I think it was watching NHL players and being around that Colorado Avalanche locker room. It was an awesome experience. I just love scoring goals, and I think it’s cool that I’m not a ‘d’ in the family.”

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