6 Players That Had an Unusual Road to the NHL

The dream of playing in the NHL often starts at an early age. Youngsters who show off their talent may get a chance to play junior hockey or play the game at the college level. At that point, if they continue to improve and show enough of a feel for the game, they may get drafted sometime after they turn 18. The best players—like Edmonton's Taylor Hall and Boston's Tyler Seguin—may get a chance to play immediately. Others will have to play in the minor leagues for a few years befor...