Myers already making an impact in Sheffield

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With almost 900 Elite League games under his belt, Matthew Myers is one of the most experienced players in the 2021 Elite Series.

Previously with the Cardiff Devils and Nottingham Panthers, the Welshman was drafted by Sheffield for this tournament and is already showing how he's a true professional.

"Our practice started at 11.15 this morning, but the ice was open from 11, so Matthew took five of the younger guys out on the ice before we started and took them through some drills," explained Steelers Head Coach Aaron Fox.

"Having that leadership role in our locker room is great. It's good for the younger players, and for me as a coach to see what type of senior players I have on this team.

"Matthew is a guy who wants to win. He does all the little things right, plays physically, wins faceoffs, kills penalties - these are the types of players you want to have on your hockey team. From my perspective as a coach, the things he has achieved in Cardiff haven't gone unnoticed and I appreciate what he brings."