Player's Profile
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- Name: Kyle Clifford
- Position: LW
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6'1
- Weight: 201 lbs
- Birthdate: 1991-01-13
- Eligible for Draft: 2009
- Drafted: 2009
- Hometown: Ayr, Ontario
- Acquired: Second round (35th overall), 2009
- Playing In: CHL
Kyle Clifford
Prospect Grade: 6.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
History
2008-09: Scored 28 points and posted 133 penalty minutes in 60 games with Barrie (OHL). Was part of Team Canada in the U18 championships.
Talent Analysis
Clifford is a straight ahead player with an edge. Skating is just OK – has heavy feet and needs to make sure he keeps his feet moving to get speed – skating has shown improvement over the season. If straight pass in not available does nice job of advancing pucks. During offensive plays and cycles makes it very difficult for D to contain him with his good size and strength. Responsible in D zone making strong plays getting pucks out. Plays physical style of game looking to finish hits and make contacts. - International Scouting Service
Future
While he might be short on offensive skills, the Kings organization believes that he has the competitive nature to get better in all aspects and might find his offensive game later on. If nothing else, Clifford can be viewed as a rugged and physical forward capable of playing the same role on the NHL squad as Wayne Simmonds. Clifford’s maximum effort on every shift mentality can be contagious and make the players around him that much better.
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Profile Last Updated: July, 21st 2010
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