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Casey Nelson • #8 • D
Status:Unrestricted Free Agent (Group III)
Ht/Wt:6'1", 185 lbs.
Born:Jul 18, 1992 (31 yrs) in Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Experience:4 years
Drafted:Signed by Buffalo in 2016.
Shoots:R
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Scouting Report
Owned a projectable frame (6'1") and plenty of puck-moving ability from the back end. Skated well and could produce solid offensive numbers (at lower levels). Was also a smooth defender. Lacked bulk and strength, which largely prevented him from maximizing output at the National Hockey League level. Also, he lacked a physical element to his game.
Long Range Potential: Depth defenseman.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
WCHA Defensive Player of the Year 2015-16
WCHA First All-Star Team 2015-16
WCHA All-Tournament Team 2015-16
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