Player's Profile
- Name: Jean-Philippe Levasseur
- Position: G
- Catches: Right
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Birthdate: 1987-01-15
- Eligible for Draft: 2005
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Victoriaville, PQ
- Acquired: 197th overall, 2005 NHL Entry Draft by Anaheim
- Playing In: Pro
Jean-Philippe Levasseur
Prospect Grade: 7.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: Kevin Forbes
History
Levasseur has been the victim of a teammate stealing his spotlight in the second half of the season. During the first half, the young netminder played so well that the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies traded his competition – Philippe Roberge – to Drummondville for oft-inconsistent New York Islanders prospect Sylvain Michaud. Michaud sparkled since his arrival, and Levasseur’s playing time decreased significantly. Levasseur only started three games after the league’s trade deadline.
Talent Analysis
Positionally sound, with a solid glove hand, and very quick getting from the ice to his feet and from post-to-post, Levasseur brings a lot to the table, though he was relatively inconsistent in the few opportunities he had later in the season. His draft position will depend largely on whether or not scouts were in attendance during his strong performances in the first half of the season, rather than his sporadic play in the Michaud period.
Future
Now that he's making the leap from the juniors to professional hockey, look for Anaheim to take it slow with Levasseur. With the team suddenly rife with numerous goaltenders signed to pro contracts, they have the luxury of sitting back and allowing the former QMJHL net minder to adjust and develop.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: December, 15th 2007
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