Oilers prospect Noah Philp explains why he retired for one year
During a media scrum at Oilers training camp, team prospect Noah Philp explained why he took a one-year leave from pro hockey.
Philp's one year hiatus shocked many throughout the organization and the fan base as he was one of the highest scoring and point getters for the Bakersfield condors. He explained that it was a gut decision that led him to this leave and after a year feels it was the right one.
The Oilers never let him go out of their sight and awarded him a one-year deal two-way contract. During his time away, he chose to travel the world and to get new perspective on life and himself which seems to be the right decision as he has clarity and the love for hockey has crept back in.
"It feels fresh to me and it feels really great to be back."
What's his decision was made to return and signing his new deal on July 14th, Philp has been in an extended summer working out on the ice and in the gym preparing himself for training camp which is now begun.
With all this extra training it remains to be seen on whether he can earn a roster spot or will be sent back to the Condors, but this will be a boost to the depth chart of the Oilers going forward.
Source: NHL.com
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