Drafted late in the NHL Entry Draft, forward Colin Fitzgerald is determined to silence doubts about his selection by establishing himself as a valuable asset for the St. Louis Blues. The young player acknowledges the skepticism surrounding his seventh-round pick, framing his mission as one of proving he was "a steal" for the team. With limited opportunities in his early career, Fitzgerald now faces the challenge of earning sustained ice time and demonstrating his potential at the professional level. His journey reflects the high-stakes gamble teams often take on late-round talent, where perseverance and performance can redefine expectations.

Seventh-rounder Colin Fitzgerald wants to prove to Blues, NHL that he was 'a steal'  STLtoday.com