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.
TOTAL 211. As the IIHF notes, it wasnât the only first of this draft, as Daniel Sprong became the first Dutch-born player taken in an entry draft when the Pittsburgh Penguins made him the 46th choice.See the hit itself in the video above if you have not already.). Flyers head coach Dave Hakstol did that funny thing where someone says âno commentâ and then comments on something, as the Courier Postâs Dave Isaac notes. âIâm not gonna comment on that hit at all,â Hakstol said. âThereâs no place for it.