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Florida Panthers Eastern Conference Atlantic Division
 
Aaron Ekblad • #5 • D
5pts in last 5 GP
Status:On roster
Ht/Wt:6'4", 215 lbs.
Born:Feb 7, 1996 (28 yrs) in Windsor, Ont.
Hometown:Belle River, Ont.
Experience:9 years
Drafted:Drafted by Florida in 2014 (1/1).
Shoots:R
2024-25 Season Stats
GP G A Pts +/- PIM PPG SHG GWG TOI S PtsPG
YTD 27 1 13 14 5 31 0 0 1 23:17 43 0.52
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Scouting Report
The top pick in the 2014 NHL Draft has recovered from a severe leg injury and continues to grow into one of the league's best defensemen as he reaches the prime of his career. Has all the tools: size (6’4”), strength, skating ability and hockey sense. Has a big point shot, moves the puck well and can quarterback a power play. Can play 25-plus minutes per game and be a difference maker.
Long Range Potential: Elite all-around defenseman.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
NHL Calder Memorial Trophy 2014-15
NHL All-Rookie Team 2014-15
NHL Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game 2015-16, 2014-15 (replacement)
OHL Max Kaminsky Trophy 2013-14
OHL Emms Family Award 2011-12
OHL First All-Star Team 2013-14
OHL First All-Rookie Team 2011-12
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