It was reported yesterday that Mark Matthews will be the first overall pick to the Edmonton Rush in the 2012 National Lacrosse League entry draft, to no one’s surprise.
#Rush GM Derek Keenan confirmed today Mark Matthews will be the No. 1 pick in the 2012 #NLL Entry Draft and suit up for the Edmonton Rush.
— Gerry Moddejonge (@SunModdejonge) September 18, 2012
Matthews has been predicted as a first round pick since before last season, and now he will be a member of the Rush. Matthews already has pro experience with the Denver Outlaws of Major League Lacrosse.