Player's Profile
- Name: Joe Gleason
- Position: D
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 5-9
- Weight: 178 lbs
- Birthdate: 1990-03-30
- Eligible for Draft: 2008
- Drafted: 2008
- Hometown: Edina, Minnesota
- Acquired: 7th round (#192 overall), 2008
- Playing In: Junior
Joe Gleason
Prospect Grade: 6.5 D (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2007-08: Gleason capped a sensational career at Edina High School, where he led the Hornets in scoring among defensemen with 42 points (nine goals, 33 assists) in 31 games. His 33 assists ranked second on the team, while his 43 points was tied for seventh in the state in defenseman scoring. Gleason averaged 1.35 points per game this season and also served as one of Edina’s tri-captains. Gleason’s crowning individual achievement this season was being named one of the finalists for the prestigious Mr. Hockey Award. He was also named to the Class AA All-Tournament team and to the Pioneer Press All-State First team. In addition, Gleason was also named to both the AP and Star-Tribune All-Metro Second Teams.
Talent Analysis
Gleason is a dynamic, offensive defenseman who is very quick and fun to watch. Despite his diminutive stature, Gleason’s tenacity, determination and fiercely competitive nature have served him very well this season in demonstrating that he could effectively go up against bigger opposing players. Gleason’s skating is one of his best attributes. He has quick feet and transitions exceedingly well. He possesses a very good burst of speed and acceleration. He does a remarkably good job of keeping his feet moving.
His great poise and patience with the puck, along with the ability to move really well with it makes him a good quarterback on the power play. Gleason distributes the puck quite well and can make some really nice outlet passes too. His speed and great puck skills also allow him to effectively jump up into plays or lead rushes. While he can transition back to defense quickly, his lack of size may make that part of his game a bigger challenge at the collegiate level and beyond. Gleason also possesses a terrific wrist shot. He can get pucks on net and will shoot as often as the opportunities present themselves.
While Gleason possesses many features that make him an attractive potential draft prospect, getting stronger will be key to Gleason’s future success.
Future
Gleason will be playing for the Des Moines Buccaneers (USHL) in 2008-09 and has committed to the University of North Dakota for 2009-10.
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Profile Last Updated: August, 5th 2008
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