A small but very quick forward who makes contributions on both sides of the puck. Has explosive speed and handles the puck very well at top gear. Not only that but he has a very quick stick and dynamic hands that allow him to maintain possession of the puck through tight areas. Not physically strong and can get out muscled along the wall but is ever willing to fight it out and battle no matter the size of his opponent. Has good balance, with a wide based stride as well as elusiveness because of his quick pivots and turns. Always involved in the play and has a good steady work rate. His shot is very quick off the blade and pin point accurate. Sees the ice well and makes nice soft tape-to-tape passes. Has some solid defensive abilities like getting in lanes and causing havoc with an active stick. Can be a little selfish with the puck, trying to do too much on his own. Offensive potential is only real question mark for the next level, some project him as more of a solid PK and grinder than scoring threat going forward. (May 2011)