Player's Profile
- Name: Jonathan Ericsson
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-4
- Weight: 195 lbs
- Birthdate: 1984-02-03
- Eligible for Draft: 2002
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Karlskrona, Sweden
- Acquired: Detroit's 10th choice (291st overall) in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft
- Playing In: Pro
Jonathan Ericsson
Prospect Grade: 6.5 B (About Prospect Grades)
History
Ericsson played 2001-02 with Hästen in the 2nd junior league in Sweden. He started the year as forward but due to injuries on the team he was forced to play as a defenseman. In his first game on defense, Red Wings scout Håkan Andersson was at the game and was impressed.
Ericsson has been shuttled around in 2004-05. He’s bounced between leagues in Sweden, and between positions. The 6’5 defenseman has played fourth line center during several elite-league stints.
Talent Analysis
Ericsson’s potential lies in his size. He has some skating ability and some puck moving ability. But he needs to put bulk on that big frame and develop a mean streak.
Future
He still has ways to go before being ready for regular NHL ice time, but at least he’s now playing in an environment that is good for his development. He has the size, mobility and puck skills to be a No. 4-6 defenseman.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: April, 27th 2008
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