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Player's Profile

  • Name: Josef Hrabal
  • Position: D
  • Shoots: Left
  • Height: 6-1
  • Weight: 180 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1985-08-17
  • Eligible for Draft: 2003
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Prerov, Czech Republic
  • Acquired: 8th round (#248 overall), 2003
  • Playing In: Europe

Josef Hrabal

Prospect Grade: 5.0 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: Guy Flaming

History

2004-05: Hrabal was a late cut from the Czech National WJC team in 2005.

2005-06:  Participated in EDM's prospect camp in June of 2006 and impressed Oiler brass in attendance.

2006-07: Split time between the Czch Republic and Russian Super League.

 

Talent Analysis

Hrabal is a blueliner with offensive upside but needs to improve in all areas of the game inculding strength and conditioning. Plenty of room on his frame to fill out some more.

During his breif appearance in Edmonton JUne 2006, Hrabal displayed an ability to dangle during breakaway drills.  Not expected to be that sort of player during a game, his puckhandling ability stood out from his skill set as did his passing.

 

Future


 Hrabal will return to play in Russia in 2007-08 and the Edmonton Oilers will retain his rights until June of 2008.

Stats

Career Stats

 

Profile Last Updated: March, 10th 2008


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