Player's Profile
- Name: Darin Olver
- Position: C
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 175 lbs
- Birthdate: 1985-03-05
- Eligible for Draft: 2003
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Burnaby, British Columbia
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Darin Olver
Prospect Grade: 6.5 D (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: Leslie Treff
History
Olver led the Wildcats in scoring as a freshman in 2003-04 with 34 points (13 goals, 21 assists) playing in all 41 games this season. He was twice named CCHA Rookie of the Week (December 8th and March 8th). He was named an honorable mention for the CCHA All-Rookie Team. During the 2002-03 season, Olver played for the Chilliwack Chiefs (BCHL) where he posted an astounding 89 points (34 goals, 55 assists) in 59 games played. He was named a co-recipient of the BCHL’s Bob Fenton Trophy (for most sportsmanlike) and garnered Chilliwack’s Rookie of the Year honors. He is the son of Idaho Steelheads (ECHL) head coach John Olver.
Read Hockey's Future's 2004 interview with Olver here.
2nd round, 36th overall, 2004 NHL Entry Draft by Rangers
Talent Analysis
Olver is a forward who excels in traffic and possesses excellent scoring ability. He has shown a knack for scoring timely goals. He is a thin player who could use bulking up. Olver is a very good skater with some quickness along with good acceleration. He has shown a willingness to drive to the net and block shots. He possesses excellent passing abilities and shooting skills. He is able to play the point on the power play as well.
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Profile Last Updated: August, 16th 2007
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