The big center is one of the NHL's most creative playmakers, though at times he falls in love with setting up teammates and forgets he has an excellent shot as well. Needs linemates who can turn his passes into goals in order to be successful. Consistency is an issue for him, as it has been for much of his career. He is an adequate penalty killer, but most of his value comes when his team has the puck. | |
Long Range Potential: | Veteran playmaking center. |
League | Honor | Description |
NHL | All-Star Game MVP | 2014-15 |
NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2014-15 |
WHL | West First All-Star Team | 2010-11 |
WJC-A | Media - All-Star Team | 2010-11 |