Player's Profile
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- Name: Chris Butler
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 185 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-10-27
- Eligible for Draft: 2005
- Drafted:
- Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
- Acquired: 4th round (96th overall), 2005
- Playing In: Pro
Chris Butler
Prospect Grade: 7.0 B (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
Butler played a significant role in the Musketeers’ run for the Clark Cup. He finished second on the team among defensemen in scoring with 28 points (6 goals, 22 assists) in 60 appearances. He also led the USHL in plus/minus with a +36. Butler’s outstanding season performance earned him a selection to the All-USHL First Team. He was also a member of Team USHL in the 2005 USHL Prospect/All-Star Game.
2006-07: Butler finished his three-year Denver University career with 66 points in 115 career games. He represented USA at 2006 World Junior Championships.
2007-08: Butler earned RBK Hockey/ACHA West All-American second-team honors and All-WCHA second-team accolades for his stellar blue line play. He was named to the WCHA Final Four and Wells Fargo Denver Cup all-tournament teams. He scored 17 points in 41 appearances with Denver (WCHA), led the team with 110 blocked shots and was fourth with a +9 rating.
Talent Analysis
Butler is a mature offensive defenseman that is reliable in his own zone. He was a team leader at the University of Denver this past season, setting an example for a very young team. As a well-rounded player, he works well in tight spaces and makes the first pass well.
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Profile Last Updated: November, 21st 2009
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