Player's Profile
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- Name: John Moore
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 189 lbs
- Birthdate: 1990-11-19
- Eligible for Draft: 2009
- Drafted: 2009
- Hometown: Winnetka, Illinois
- Acquired: 1st round (21st overall), 2009
- Playing In: Pro
John Moore
Prospect Grade: 7.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2007-08: This marked Moore’s first season in the USHL. In his rookie campaign with the Chicago Steel, the defenseman tallied 15 points (4g+11a) in 56 games. He added another two assists in seven playoff games and ended the season with a +4 plus/minus rating.
2008-09: In his second season with Chicago (USHL), Moore scored 14 goals and added another 23 assists in 51 games. His PIM jumped this season, a year that saw him finished with 46 minutes in the box. Named USHL Defenseman of the Year.
2009-10: Moore spurned a commitment to Colorado College and opted to sign his entry-level contract with Columbus. The pro contract led him to the major junior ranks, where he played in 61 games with the OHL's Kitchener Rangers. The offensive-defenseman scored 10 goals and 37 assists for 47 points, leading the team's defenseman in scoring. He apperaed in 20 playoff contests with 4 goals and 12 asssists for 16 points.
2010-11: Moore appeared in two February games with Columbus, spending the bulk of his first pro season with Springfield in the AHL. Moore averaged just over 11 minutes of ice time in his two game with the Blue Jackets and had an even plus/minus with no points or penalties. Moore played in 73 games for Springfield, the most amongst Falcons' defensemen, and scored 5 goals with 19 assists with a team-worst -27 plus/minus and 23 PMs.
Talent Analysis
A slick-skating defenseman with tons up offensive upside. Can get to top speed rather quickly and stickhandle with efficiency. Has a solid first pass when he’s not leading the rush. Has a quick and accurate release from the backend. Likes to shoot and prefers to slide into the high slot and pull the trigger. He activates off the point a lot, especially on the powerplay. Gets the puck on and off his stick quickly. Defensive end coverage is good, but will obviously have to tighten is up as he progresses. Will need to improve decision-making in the offensive attack. Such as, when it’s appropriate to join in on the rush on the breakout and/or release from the point. Hands down a team player with good work ethic and drive. Willing to sacrifice for the sake of the team.
Future
Moore has a slim chance to step into the Blue Jackets top six defensemen as early as this season, but in all likelihood, he'll be relied upon as a top defenseman for the Springfield Falcons of the AHL.
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Profile Last Updated: November, 30th 2011
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