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Matt Carle
Basics
Type:
Non-Prospect
Position:
Defense
Shoots/Catches:
Left
Height:
6.00
Weight:
190 lbs.
Born:
September 25, 1984
Hometown:
Anchorage, AK
Acquired:
Acquired in a trade with San Jose on July 4, 2008
Last Team:
San Jose (NHL)
Projects As:
Power play quarterback
Depth Chart Weight:
-5 Draft Info
Draft Status:
Drafted
Draft Year:
2003
Draft Type:
NHL Entry Draft
Drafted By:
San Jose Sharks
Round:
2
Pick No.:
47
Draft Team:
River City (USHL) Contract
Contract Status:
Signed
Waiver Status:
Waiver Eligible
Signing Date:
11/21/2007
Contract Length:
4 years
Cap Number:
$3,437,500
Contract End Year:
2012
Contract End Status:
UFA
Salary:
$2,950,000
Salary:
$3,500,000
Salary:
$3,500,000
Salary:
$3,800,000 Bio
Scouting Report
Strengths:
Has outstanding offensive instincts. Loves to jump up into the play and act as a fourth forward. Skates very well and is usually in good position.
Weaknesses:
Needs to prove he can handle his own in physical contests. Must get stronger in order to avoid injuries through wear and tear.
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