Detroit Hockey Now’s Kevin Allen posted a profile of Red Wings prospect Amadeus Lombardi, who stands at 5’10” and 165 pounds, but packs a lot of punch (in addition to a hell of a name):
A unique name fits Amadeus Lombardi because he is not a run-of-the-mill player. There’s something about him that sticks with you. His playing style has an “it’ factor. Lombardi brings an energy that serves his team and makes him memorable.
“He is hungry to get the puck,” [Flint Firebirds coach and GM Ted] Dent said.
Dent said Lombardi isn’t overly physical, but is a relentless forechecker, with a knack for stripping pucks away from opponents.
Dent is a highly experienced coach. He spent six seasons coaching the Rockford IceHogs in the American Hockey League. Lombardi grew exponentially as a player under his command. By the time the Firebirds reached the Ontario Hockey League playoffs, Lombardi was a more polished performer.
Lombardi has always been an undervalued player. The Aurora, Ont. native was a 13th round selection in the 2018 OHL Priority draft.
“He likes to prove people wrong,” [Dent] said. “He has a swagger to him.”
