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Player's Profile

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  • Name: David Shantz
  • Position: G
  • Catches: Left
  • Height: 6-1
  • Weight: 192 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1986-05-05
  • Eligible for Draft: 2004
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Burlington, Ontario
  • Acquired: 2nd round, 37th overall, 2004 NHL Entry Draft by Florida
  • Playing In: Pro

David Shantz

Prospect Grade: 6.0 D  (About Prospect Grades)

History

Shantz’ stock rose dramatically going into the 2004 draft as he shined in the playoffs for the OHL Mississauga IceDogs, leading them to the OHL Eastern Division championship. He was selected for the CHL All-Rookie team.

2004-05: Playing for Mississagua (OHL), Shantz lost 15 of 22 games and was benched the entire month of January.  He had an overall 10-10-4 record on the season, with a 2.84 GAA and .909 save percentage. Shantz was traded to the Peterborough Petes during the offseason. 

2005-06: Shantz had a much stronger season playing for Peterborough, where he helped his team earn a trip to the Memorial Cup. In 49 games he owned a 34-13-3 record, with two of his wins coming as shutouts, along with a 2.87 GAA and  .915 save percentage. During the offseason he signed his first professional contract.

2006-07: Played his rookie pro season with the Florida Everblades

Talent Analysis

A technically sound goaltender, Shantz has improved both in his rebound control and his ability to read and anticipate plays.

Future

Shantz needs to establish himself in the ECHL as the first step.

Stats

Stats Coming Soon...

Profile Last Updated: March, 23rd 2008


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