Player's Profile
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- Name: David Wohlberg
- Position: C
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 192 lbs
- Birthdate: 1990-07-18
- Eligible for Draft: 2008
- Drafted: 2008
- Hometown: South Lyon, Michigan
- Acquired: 6th round (#172 overall), 2008
- Playing In: NCAA
David Wohlberg
Prospect Grade: 5.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2005-06: Wohlberg compiled 104 points (34 goals, 70 assists) as his team, Honeybaked of the Midwest Elite Hockey League, won the Michigan AAA state title.
2006-07: Wohlberg had a strong season for the U-17 squad, finishing second on the team in points (31), tied for third in goals (15), and tied for third in assists (16). He also led the team in PIM with 147, and was a force on the power play, finishing in the top five on the team in power play goals with 6.
2007-08: Wohlberg played in six games with the U-17 team, dominating the play with six points (five goals, one assist). Wohlberg joined the U-18 team and played in 53 games, once again leading his team in PIM with 71, to go along with 25 points (14 goals, 11 assists). NHL Central Scouting ranked Wohlberg 172nd overall for the draft and strangely enough, that is where Wohlberg was selected in the sixth round by New Jersey.
Talent Analysis
Wohlberg's fantastic two-way play makes him a prototypical Devils player. He compliments that by playing an abrasive, in-your-face style of hockey. While his forte at first glance might appear to be that of a player who is adept at playing a shut-down, defensive style of game, upon closer inspection you see a very well-rounded player. He possesses a lot of overall offensive skill, and is able to put the puck on the net on a fairly regular basis.
Future
Wohlberg is slated to play in the NCAA in his home state of Michigan for the Wolverines next season as a freshman after developing nicely the past two seasons with the US Development Team. He has the exact traits that the Devils look for in a player, and that no doubt should help him move steadily up the prospect ladder. He could be considered a poor man's John Madden once he is fully developed.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: August, 27th 2008
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