As a youngster, Simon Mack studied one of the NHL’s all-time greats, wearing out a way-back-when highlight tape of Bobby Orr. Article content

As a college hockey standout, Mack studied pre-med courses. His teammates at Penn State, where he served last season as captain of the Nittany Lions, nicknamed him ‘Doc.’ Article content Article content

Before signing a minor-league contract in the , there’s no doubt that Mack studied the defence depth chart in Calgary. And while there is no clear path to primetime on the right side of the blue-line, this 24-year-old from Brockville, Ont., made a strong impression during prospect camp.

He’s a smooth skater, poised with the puck and picked up a pair of assists in ’ hopefuls at the Saddledome.

“This guy is brilliant,” said Flames assistant gene

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