Talent Analysis

“He’s a big kid,” South Shore Assistant Coach Ken Frates told HF. “He’s a powerful skater, a strong skater, and he can protect the puck real well along the boards.”


Future

Coyle decided to leave Boston University this season and is now playing with the Saint John Sea Dogs of the QMJHL. Coyle had a good showing at the World Junior and seems poised to make the jump to professional hockey next season. He has the size and speed to compete with professionals, but the number of rookie spots on the Wild may be limited.