Nate Corbet Drops Gloves and impresses scouts in final Young Stars Classic showdown

Early in the first period, he squared off with Jets prospect Mark Liwiski, and while Liwiski managed to land a solid punch, Corbet came out on top with a few quick uppercuts before the referees broke it up.

What's impressive is that the 18 year-old enforcer, 18, held his own against older and more experienced players like the 23-year-old Liwiski, who's already had AHL experience with the Manitoba Moose. Earlier in the tournament, Corbet also threw down with Joe Arntsen from the Canucks, where both players exchanged some heavy punches.

Corbet, an invitee and not yet drafted, is making his presence felt with his physicality and bravery. Last season, he had just 5 points in 51 games for the WHL's Medicine Hat Tigers but logged 72 penalty minutes. Still, he's gritty as they come and contains a relentless work ethic and drive to improve.

He's showing scouts his willingness to stand up for his team, which could put him on their radar for next year's draft or a potential PTO on an NHL, AHL or ECHL roster.

Though currently seen as more of an enforcer, if teams see untapped potential in his game, Corbet might find himself climbing up the draft boards. He's certainly left a mark at rookie camp.

Source: Oilers Daily
Oilers rookie fights three times in three games, earning interest from scouts