He is the epitome of a two-way center and team leader. Offensively, he puts up solid if not spectacular numbers, though they could be higher with fewer defensive responsibilities and additional power-play time. However, coaches love his prowess in the defensive zone; he usually gets the prime defensive assignments and spends a lot of time killing penalties. He knows where to be on the ice most of the time. | |
Long Range Potential: | Do-it-all center and leader. |
League | Honor | Description |
NHL | All-Rookie Team | 2010-11 |
NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2011-12 |
AHL | All-Rookie Team | 2009-10 |