An averaged size defensive defenseman. Skates well with good speed and excel- lent four-way mobility. Has a quick jump but could use some extra leg strength going forward. Very under- developed physically and needs lots of gym time. Has good defensive awareness and reads the play well. Uses a long reach to close off lanes and has the ability to make short range passes effectively. At his best when he plays it safe and simple. His vision seems to be lacking as does not have any form of offensive creativity. Has some good potential as a smart defensive defenseman but teams should not expect much in the way of an offensive contribution at the next level. (May 2011)