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Undrafted by Gophers, Mason West Shines in NHL Draft

11/26/2025

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Story summary

Mason West, a standout two-sport athlete from Edina, Minnesota, was not recruited by the University of Minnesota.
He was drafted 29th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2025 NHL Draft.
West led his football team to the MSHSL Class 6A Prep Bowl title.
He received multiple Division I football scholarship offers but chose hockey, citing Michigan State's strong coaching and player development.

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Story summary

Mason West, a standout two-sport athlete from Edina, Minnesota, was not recruited by the University of Minnesota.
He was drafted 29th overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2025 NHL Draft.
West led his football team to the MSHSL Class 6A Prep Bowl title.
He received multiple Division I football scholarship offers but chose hockey, citing Michigan State's strong coaching and player development.