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Player's Profile

  • Name: Corey Potter
  • Position: D
  • Shoots: Right
  • Height: 6-2
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1984-01-05
  • Eligible for Draft: 2002
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Mason, Michigan
  • Acquired: 4th round, 2003 NHL Entry Draft by NY Rangers
  • Playing In: Pro

Corey Potter

Prospect Grade: 6.5 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: Leslie Treff

History

4th Round (122nd Overall), 2003 Draft by NY Rangers.

Potter played two years with the National Under 18 team. Following the 2001-02 season, Potter left to begin his college hockey career at Michigan State University. His freshman season was a success, in that in 35 games, the defensive oriented Potter, accumulated 4 goals (3 game winners) and 4 assists and firmly entrenched himself into Michigan State’s line-up.

2003-04:This season, his sophomore effort, Potter has continued with his strong play. He picked up 8 assists in 38 games, but more importantly he was named Michigan State’s top defenseman. Potter also suited up for the United States at the 2004 World Junior Championships, where he helped the team win its first ever gold medal.

2004-05: After a pre-season shoulder injury, Potter had a developing year. He imporved his decisionmaking and play in his own zone. He was used in all situations other than on the power play.

2005-06: Potter's final year at Michigan State was a very good one, in that he was a team lader and added defnsive potency to his game.

2006-07: The big blueliner split his first professional season between the ECHL Charlotte Checkers and the AHL Hartford Wol Pack. He was a top defenseman at the ECHL level and played well in Hartford after he was recalled.

 


Talent Analysis

Potter is mostly a defensive defenseman who can also play an offensive role when needed. He has good size and has finally filled out to 200 pounds, which will help him deliver some punishing hits. He’s a decent skater who has the ability to jump up into plays and help create offensive chances.

Future

Potter needs to develop consistent good positioning and decision-making to become an NHL player.

Stats

See Corey Potter's stats here www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php3

 

Profile Last Updated: April, 7th 2008

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