BREAKOUT SHUT DOWN

Anas posted career highs to take the AHL scoring crown and create NHL buzz, but the pending UFA’s future has been paused by the pandemic

BY BEN RABY

IT’S ARGUABLY THE biggest milestone in Sam Anas’ career. It just isn’t exactly how he drew it up. The Iowa Wild right winger was home in Maryland – two months removed from his last game – when he officially secured the AHL’s scoring title May 11. The news came via email as the AHL announced the cancellation of its season due to the coronavirus pandemic. “I think it could always have a little bit of a remembrance that it was in the coronavirus season,” said Anas, who had a league-best 70 points in 63 games. “But in the end, it’s something pretty special I can look back on and really appreciate.” For the fourth-year pro – a pending UFA still looking to make his NHL debut – the personal accolades are significant.…

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The Hockey News (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 1, 2020

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