CHRIS
MYHRO
Connecticut
So. | F | Eden Prairie, Minn.
Among Atlantic Hockey rookies last season, only
two players scored more points than Chris Myhro,
who had 13 goals and 14 assists as a UConn frosh.
Key Statistics: Myhro
made a significant impact in his freshman season. He
was third in Husky scoring with 13 goals and 14 assists,
which included five power play goals, one short-handed
tally and two game-winners. His 27 points ranked third
in Atlantic Hockey scoring for rookies, trailing only
Bear Trapp of Sacred Heart (43) and Anthony Canzoneri
of Bentley (31). He ranked 18th nationally among rookies
at 0.77 points per game. He set the career scoring record
for the Fargo-Moorhead Jets in the North American Hockey
League, posting 27 goals and 29 assists during his final
season.
What He Does: Myhro is
a goaltender’s worst nightmare because he shoots
from all over the ice and varies his release. Now that
Tyler McGregor of Holy Cross has graduated, Myhro may
possess the best wrist shot in the league,
according to his peers. Atlantic Hockey coaches also
deemed him dangerous for his quick release and ability
on the breakaway, the benefit from having a quick first
step. Strength and a wide stance make Myhro tough to
knock off
the puck.
The Bigger Picture: UConn’s
coaches were a bit surprised with how well Myhro, 21,
performed in his rookie season, so the expectations
have gone up. He started the season like gangbusters
but tailed off in the second half before a late surge
at the end – the Husky staff would like to see
a bit more consistency. Myhro said he is ready to assume
more of a leadership role, although that may not be
necessary with a Husky lineup featuring 12 seniors.
Connecticut assistant coach Glenn
Stewart on Myhro: “I think he can do
some amazing things. Both (head coach) Bruce (Marshall)
and I feel he can do some damage and that would be helpful
to our program.’’
Among Atlantic Hockey rookies last season, only
two players scored more points than Chris Myhro,
who had 13 goals and 14 assists as a UConn frosh.