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Jimmy Bubnick is not the first member of his family to play in the Western Hockey League, but he is carrying the family torch with ease.
Bubnick, a 6’2” 195 pound center, had a lot of people to show him the way in the WHL, including both of his brothers, who both toiled in the league for various teams. “They kind of paved the way for me and made it a lot easier.”
Starting in the 1997-98 season, older brother Michael led the way for the Bubnick family when he also showcased his talent for the Calgary Hitmen. Next in line was Jonathan who went on to play for three different teams including Kamloops, Regina, and Portland. Now Jimmy has been given the family reigns and is helping the Calgary Hitmen stride forward towards a long playoff run.
“I think we are going to make a good run in the playoffs.” Bubnick has only played in two playoff series prior to this year; both first round exits while playing for the Kamloops Blazers.
He arrived in Calgary only two months ago and while getting traded is never easy, Jimmy Bubnick has found a new home in a very short time playing for the Calgary Hitmen.
“Obviously it was a bit shocking at the start but once you got over the initial shock, it was pretty exciting to get traded to a place like Calgary.” Bubnick had played in Kamloops for the past two and half seasons. “The fans here are great; it’s a real nice city.”
Jimmy was traded alongside forward Tyler Shattock and defenceman Zak Stebner, and said that sharing the experience with some familiar faces made the transition a lot easier.
Bubnick brings a bit of everything to the ice. He considers himself a jack of all trades who can score, pass and assert his physical stature when given the opportunity.
Hitmen Head Coach Mike Williamson wholeheartedly agrees with Jimmy’s self assessment. “He is a good all around player and he kills penalties. He is a good leader and going forward he is going to be a big part of this team.”
Being a junior hockey player brings about many distractions that can lead any hopeful Professional hockey player off the road to success. Back in his hometown of Saskatoon, Bubnick dabbles in every sport imaginable to make sure he stays busy. He is an avid golfer and wake-boarder and used to play a little baseball too. “I guess whatever keeps you occupied and off the streets and away from the distractions that you can find off the ice.”
This strong work ethic led Jimmy to being drafted by the NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers in the 6th round of last year’s entry draft.
Although playing for the Thrashers next fall would be a stretch, Jimmy is not ruling out the chance. “I will most likely be back here. I would have to make the NHL team which is a long shot, but I will keep on working hard and plugging away.”
Bubnick, a 6’2” 195 pound center, had a lot of people to show him the way in the WHL, including both of his brothers, who both toiled in the league for various teams. “They kind of paved the way for me and made it a lot easier.”
Starting in the 1997-98 season, older brother Michael led the way for the Bubnick family when he also showcased his talent for the Calgary Hitmen. Next in line was Jonathan who went on to play for three different teams including Kamloops, Regina, and Portland. Now Jimmy has been given the family reigns and is helping the Calgary Hitmen stride forward towards a long playoff run.
“I think we are going to make a good run in the playoffs.” Bubnick has only played in two playoff series prior to this year; both first round exits while playing for the Kamloops Blazers.
He arrived in Calgary only two months ago and while getting traded is never easy, Jimmy Bubnick has found a new home in a very short time playing for the Calgary Hitmen.
“Obviously it was a bit shocking at the start but once you got over the initial shock, it was pretty exciting to get traded to a place like Calgary.” Bubnick had played in Kamloops for the past two and half seasons. “The fans here are great; it’s a real nice city.”
Jimmy was traded alongside forward Tyler Shattock and defenceman Zak Stebner, and said that sharing the experience with some familiar faces made the transition a lot easier.
Bubnick brings a bit of everything to the ice. He considers himself a jack of all trades who can score, pass and assert his physical stature when given the opportunity.
Hitmen Head Coach Mike Williamson wholeheartedly agrees with Jimmy’s self assessment. “He is a good all around player and he kills penalties. He is a good leader and going forward he is going to be a big part of this team.”
Being a junior hockey player brings about many distractions that can lead any hopeful Professional hockey player off the road to success. Back in his hometown of Saskatoon, Bubnick dabbles in every sport imaginable to make sure he stays busy. He is an avid golfer and wake-boarder and used to play a little baseball too. “I guess whatever keeps you occupied and off the streets and away from the distractions that you can find off the ice.”
This strong work ethic led Jimmy to being drafted by the NHL’s Atlanta Thrashers in the 6th round of last year’s entry draft.
Although playing for the Thrashers next fall would be a stretch, Jimmy is not ruling out the chance. “I will most likely be back here. I would have to make the NHL team which is a long shot, but I will keep on working hard and plugging away.”
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