Player's Profile
- Name: Juraj Mikus
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-4
- Weight: 210 lbs
- Birthdate: 1988-11-30
- Eligible for Draft: 2007
- Drafted: 2007
- Hometown: Skalica, Slovakia
- Acquired: 5th round (134th overall), 2007
- Playing In: Pro
Juraj Mikus
Prospect Grade: 6.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2006-07: He dominated the Czech Junior league with nine goals and 24 points in 42 games, including an impressive +32 rating with 72 penalty minutes.
2007-08: Mikus saw time with two clubs this season, appearing in 21 games with HK VSR (SLO) and another 14 with Dukla Trencin (SLO). He netted one goal and four assists with HK VSR and another three assists with Dukla. He also represented Slovakia at the World Junior Championships, scoring a goal and two assists in six games with the club.
2008-09: Mikus spent one last season in the Slovak league, scoring four goals and an assist in 55 games.
2009-10: Juraj made the jump to North American soil, lacing up for the Marlies. In 68 games with the club, Mikus bulked up and added five goals and 18 assists to the club.
2010-11: Mikus skated in 56 games in a lower-pairing role with the AHL Toronto Marlies. He scored 4 goals with 12 assists and was an even plus/minus with 14 PMs. The Marlies were fifth in their division and missed the AHL playoffs.
Talent Analysis
A big, imposing rearguard with all-around skills, Mikus could prove to be a steal for the Maple Leafs if he hits his big-time upside. With an impressive reach and good puck skills for a man his size, Mikus will have to continue learning how to utilize his size and skill in a more consistent fashion to become a legit NHL defender.
Future
With added depth to the Toronto Marlies 2011-12 roster, Mikus will need to battle for his ice-time and find an offensive niche with the club.
Projection: Lanky depth defenseman with untapped offensive ability.
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Profile Last Updated: December, 16th 2011
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