From the out of nowhere category comes this slick two-way defender…skates extremely well with Neidermayer-like pivots and solid overall mobility…likes to carry the puck and create offensive situations for his linemates…have the vision, creativity and puck distribution skills to make everyone around him better…has outstanding vision and knows where his options are at all times…is poised and has a high panic threshold…smart defensively and plays his angles well…his intelligence and ability to communicate direction are also highly regarded…is masterful at running the power play from the point…works hard at improving his game. Physically he is weak and doesn’t currently have the ability to play a strong defensive game because of his slender build…his shot could also use help as it lacks velocity. (May 2009)