Coach Jack Capuano likes his game.
It's pretty obvious that Donovan has had a major proponent and ally if you will, since before he was drafted - I'm talking about a former Isles player who is now infact one of Jack's Assistant Coaches - Doug Weight. A standout himself at LSSU before being drafted by the Rangers and leaving the Lakers early, Doug has always been supportive of guys coming through the NCAA and into the NHL. I understand he had a hand in Scott Mayfield's signing as well. As long as Weight is in the front office and behind the bench, I think you'll see more college guys in Bridgeport and New York.