The terrific power-play quarterback excels at getting the puck to teammates in good scoring positions, and gets a large share of his points when his team is playing a man up. He moves the puck well in all situations, positions himself well and has an excellent hockey IQ. However, his size is a major problem in his own zone, and he is at his best when seeing sheltered minutes at even strength. Is quite feisty for his size. | |
Long Range Potential: | Small but smart and aggressive offensive defenseman. |
League | Honor | Description |
NHL | All-Rookie Team | 2013-14 |
CCHA | Player of the Year | 2011-12 |
CCHA | Leading Scorer | 2011-12 (shared with T.J. Tynan) |
CCHA | Best Offensive Defenseman | 2011-12, 2010-11 |
NCAA | West First All-American Team | 2011-12 |
CCHA | First All-Star Team | 2011-12, 2010-11 |
CCHA | All-Rookie Team | 2009-10 |
USHL | All-Rookie Team | 2008-09 |