Had the poise and skills needed to play in today's NHL (even well into his late-30s). An excellent skater, the mobile defender could move the puck with aplomb. Though he was not much of an offensive threat, nor a staple on the power play, he was extremely useful on the penalty kill, as well as an excellent mentor for young defensemen later on in his NHL career. He was a true warrior who blocked shots very well and played through pain. | |
Long Range Potential: | Mobile defensive defenseman and leader. |
League | Honor | Description |
CCHA | Best Defensive Defenseman | 2005-06 |
CCHA | Best Offensive Defenseman | 2004-05 |
CCHA | First All-Star Team | 2004-05, 2003-04 |
NCAA | West Second All-American Team | 2004-05 |
CCHA | All-Tournament Team | 2003-04 |
CCHA | All-Rookie Team | 2002-03 |