TSN ran a feature on top American draft prospect Seth Jones. The 18-year old from Plano, Texas grew up watching his Dad Popeye Jones play in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks. He was a solid power forward who rebounded the ball and hustled. Oddly enough, the younger Jones was introduced to hockey by Mike Modano. He was hooked after witnessing Colorado win the Cup in ’01.

At 6-4, 206 the big right handed defenseman is a good skater for his size and uses it well while contributing offensively. He spent two previous seasons in the USHL. Now in his first year with the Portland Winterhawks, Jones is showing what he can do. Thus far, he’s nearly at a point-per-game, tallying 28 points (8-20-28) with 21 penalty minutes and a plus-21 rating. As you’ll notice in the interview, he has swag. No wonder he believes Team USA’s the team to beat at the 2013 WJC. Now, it’s time to back it up.