It sounds like be might be playing at the Xcel sooner than many of us may think!The argument about drafting a kid bound for college that doesn't have to be signed for 4-5 years is perfectly valid.
Sansevere interview:
BS: Is there any chance of not playing for the Gophers if you have a big year in juniors?
LN: You mean going to the Wild (instead of playing for the Gophers)?
BS: Yeah.
LN: That's a little too rare, and I don't think there's any possibility of that.
BS: Can you be with the Gophers for four years, or do you think you might sign with the Wild after your freshman or sophomore year?
LN: I guess it all depends on how I develop. Now that I have some of this stuff set, I can be patient so I go in at the right time. I don't want to push my luck.
BS: What do you still need to work on?
LN: I guess I still need to work on my offensive play. That's why I'm going to British Columbia to play.