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- Name: Justin Keller
- Position: LW
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 185 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-03-04
- Eligible for Draft: 2004
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Summerland, BC
- Acquired: 8th round, 245th overall 2004 NHL Entry Draft by Tampa Bay
- Playing In: Pro
Justin Keller
Prospect Grade: 6.0 B (About Prospect Grades)
History
Justin Keller had a fine rookie season for Kelowna of the WHL as he was among team leaders in scoring and found a regular shift all season. The year and Keller's career so far was highlighted by his role in Kelowna's Memorial Cup Championship. Kelowna beat the Gatineau Olympiques in the final 2-1 and it was Keller's third period goal that broke a 1-1 tie and gave the Rockets the championship. Keller will forever be known in Kelowna as the player who scored the 2004 Memorial Cup winning goal.
Talent Analysis
Keller is an undersized forward who possesses top-end skill. He's an adequate skater and is willing to go to high traffic areas to score and dig out the puck. Because he is undersized, his skating must be among the team's best if he is to make it in the pros. He must improve his leg strength, heart, and drive - a blueprint set for smaller players by Lightning forward Martin St. Louis - if he is to make the NHL. He has a good wrist shot and good vision, but he must improve his play away from the puck and along the wall.
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Profile Last Updated: April, 9th 2008
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