Detroit Hockey Now’s Bob Duff penned a profile of Red Wings prospect Cross Hanas, who’s attempting to convert a 60-assist season in the WHL toward a professional career as a set-up man:
Detroit Red Wings propsect Cross Hanas isn’t as much about fitting into a box as he is about checking off boxes. Playmaker? Yes, that would be his forte.
“I think of myself as a playmaker,” Hanas said. “I like making plays. Setting guys up is kind of what I find myself enjoying. I’ve been that way my whole life.”
Goal scorer? Sure, when the opportunity arises, he’ll be happy to finish them off.
“I love to score, obviously but I think setting guys up is a big part of my game,” he said.
Power-play performer? He certainly possesses all the requisite skills.
“I think just sticking to what I’m best at, making smart plays and being a good offensive guy, but also keep growing my defensive area of the game,” Hanas said. “I’m just trying to show them that my two way game is getting a lot better. Just trying to prove that, too.”
