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Eric Staal • C
Ht/Wt:6'4", 195 lbs.
Born:Oct 29, 1984 (40 yrs) in Thunder Bay, Ont.
Experience:18 years
Drafted:Drafted by Carolina in 2003 (1/2).
Shoots:L
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Scouting Report
Owned the hands, shot and awareness of a natural goal-scoring center. Had great size and reach to fend off blueliners, and decent speed for a big man. Could play a complete game when he was on top of things. Was a bit of a streaky point producer and was somewhat inconsistent at the face-off dot. Got into trouble at the National Hockey League level when he stopped moving his feet. He was a very good leader and a franchise center in the prime of his NHL career.
Long Range Potential: Outstanding scoring center and leader.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
NHL Stanley Cup 2005-06 (Carolina)
NHL Second All-Star Team 2005-06
NHL Played in the NHL YoungStars Game 2003-04
NHL All-Star Game MVP 2007-08
NHL Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game 2010-11, 2008-09, 2007-08, 2006-07
Canadian Hockey League First All-Star Team 2002-03
OHL Top Draft Prospect Award 2002-03
OHL Second All-Star Team 2002-03
Olympic Olympic Gold Medal 2010 (Canada)
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