Player's Profile
Picture Courtesy of Edmonton Oilers
- Name: Bryan Young
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 191 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-08-06
- Eligible for Draft: 2004
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Ennismore, Ontario
- Acquired: 5th round (#146 overall), 2004
- Playing In: Pro
Bryan Young
Prospect Grade: 5.5 B (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: Guy Flaming
History
2003-04: Drafted 146th Overall (5th Rd) of the 2004 Entry Draft by Edmonton.
2004-05:
2005-06: Helped the Peterborough Petes capture the 2006 OHL league title.
2006-07: Began the year in the AHL with Milwaukee but was reassigned to ECHL Stockton when Nashville needed the spot back that they'd loaned Edmonton. From Stockton he moved back to the AHL in Wilkes-Barre then saw emergency recall duty with the Oilers. Young returned to WBS for the playoffs.
Talent Analysis
A feisty competitor, Young was called the best open ice hitter in the OHL during his time with the Petes. The fact that he is defensively sound is helpful in overshadowing his lack of offensive upside.
A quiet character player, Young is about as accountable a player as you'll find. Never makes excuses and is honest almost to a fault. His hitting almost appears out of know where as his frame appears rather average but he can absolutely unload with the body. Solid muscle.
As a junior, Young was a willing combatant when the time came but as a pro, his penalty minutes are incredibly low considering the physical style he plays. He plays hard and mean but does not draw penalties doing it.
Future
Projected to be a strong No. 5-7 defender who will be reliable in his own end and trustworthy in situations like killing penalties and protecting leads. Young should spend the entire upcoming season on the blueline for the Springfield Falcons.
Stats
Career Stats
Profile Last Updated: March, 10th 2008
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