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  • Name: Colin Fraser
  • Position: C
  • Shoots: Left
  • Height: 6-0
  • Weight: 175 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1985-01-28
  • Eligible for Draft: 2003
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Sicamous, British Columbia
  • Acquired: Trade with Philadelphia, February 2004
  • Playing In: Pro

Colin Fraser

Prospect Grade: 6.0 D  (About Prospect Grades)

History

A checking line center and prime agitator on a very good Red Deer Rebels team, he was taken in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft (3rd Round, 69th overall) by the Flyers. He was a strong contributor in the Rebels drive to the WHL finals in 2002-2003.

Fraser is one of the Rebels players who draws the most ire on the road from opposing fans and players, brings an agitating style to the table and plays with a snarl. Although mostly known for his feistiness, Fraser has shown a knack for timely offense relative to the amount of ice time he has gotten thus far in his junior career.

Prior to joining the Rebels, Fraser played at the Junior B level with Port Coquitlam.

Talent Analysis

Scouting reports say that Fraser has a good shooting touch but does not have enough confidence in it. Most of his goals are by hustle. He has never been a prolific goal scorer and it is unlikely he will become one.

Fraser plays an in-your-face style and never gives up on the play. He has the mentality of an effective role player, although he is still learning about the delicate balance between aggression and lack of on-ice discipline.

Fraser is not the biggest guy around--probably smaller than his listed 6'0--but he's not intimidated by anyone. He fights for every inch of real estate on the ice. Most importantly, he is fearless crashing the net and backchecks willingly.

Future

A self-described "heart-and-soul" player, Fraser has the potential to develop into a good NHL role player, either remaining at center or moving over to the wing.

Stats

Year
Team
League
GP
G
A
Pts
PIM
2001-02
Red Deer
WHL
67
11
31
42
126

Red Deer*
WHL
23
2
1
3
39
2002-03
Red Deer
WHL
69
15
37
52
192

Red Deer*
WHL
22
7
6
13
40
2003-04
Red Deer
WHL
70
24
29
53
174

Red Deer*
WHL
19
5
9
14
24
2004-05
Red Deer
WHL
63
24
43
67
148

Red Deer*
WHL
7
2
5
7
8
2004-05
Norfolk
AHL
3
0
0
0
20

Norfolk*
AHL
6
1
0
1
2

*=playoffs
Yellow=season in progress

 

 

Profile Last Updated: April, 26th 2008


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