Age: 19
Date of birth: June 24, 1990
Place of birth: Stouffville, Ont., Canada
Ht: 6-1 Wt: 200
Shoots: L
Salary: $ 875,000
NHL Seasons: 0-R
Drafted by NY Rangers in 2008 (1/20).
ASSETS: Skates very well, both up and down the ice and laterally. Understands the power-play dynamic and is good at making plays as the quarterback.
FLAWS: Needs more work in defensive-zone coverage, and must his frame more, in order to become a better defender. Must also limit his mistakes with the puck.
CAREER POTENTIAL: Top offensive defenseman.
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11/12/2009 Gaborik posts two points in loss to Atlanta
