verb (used with object), assimilated, assimilating. 1. to take in and incorporate as one's own; absorb: He assimilated many new experiences on his European trip. 2. to bring into conformity with the customs, attitudes, etc., of a group, nation, or the like; adapt or adjust: to assimilate the new immigrants.
25 years ago Mats Sundin was taken first overall at the NHL draft - and it changed the game forever. News. 25 years ago Mats Sundin was taken first overall at the NHL draft - and it changed the game forever. Mats Sundin broke a barrier to become the first European drafted No. 1 overall. The game changed forever that day. By Uffe Bodin. The year 1989 was one of great historical significance.
Mats Sundin will not be playing in the Alumni Game Saturday. Wife is expecting another baby back in Sweden. Sundin played 13 years with the Maple Leafs organization and is the teamâs all-time leader in goals (420) and points (987). Tomas Kaberle will also not be available. Here are the full rosters for the alumni game: %2Fhockey%2Fnhl%2Fmats-sundin-will-not-play-maple-leafs-alumni-game-saturday%2F.