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.
Eruzione played right wing for the 1980 United States Men's Olympic Hockey Team, as well as serving as the captain of the team. Eruzione scored the game-deciding goal for the United States Men's Olympic Hockey Team to defeat the heavily favored Soviet Union.ruzione played right wing for the 1980 United States Men's Olympic Hockey Team, as well as serving as the captain of the team. Eruzione scored the game-deciding goal for the United States Men's Olympic Hockey Team to defeat the heavily favored Soviet Union.