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Shane O'Brien
Basics
Type:
Non-Prospect
Position:
Defense
Shoots/Catches:
Left
Height:
6.02
Weight:
235 lbs.
Born:
August 9, 1983
Hometown:
Port Hope, ONT
Acquired:
Acquired in a trade with Anaheim on February 24, 2007
Last Team:
Tam
Projects As:
Top 4 Defenseman
Depth Chart Weight:
-3 Draft Info
Draft Status:
Drafted
Draft Year:
2003
Draft Type:
NHL Entry Draft
Drafted By:
Anaheim Ducks
Round:
8
Pick No.:
250
Draft Team:
Kingston (OHL) Contract
Contract Status:
Signed
Waiver Status:
Waiver Eligible
Signing Date:
06/21/2007
Contract Length:
2 years
Cap Number:
$950,000
Contract End Year:
2009
Contract End Status:
RFA
Salary:
$1,025,000 Bio
Scouting Report
Strengths:
Is an impressive specimen who uses his size effectively. Can intimidate the opposition. Owns underrated offensive ability.
Weaknesses:
Can he be a force at the highest level, or is he merely a minor-league stud? Struggles against quick forwards. Must avoid taking bad penalties.

