Player's Profile
- Name: Justin Weller
- Position: D
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 205 lbs
- Birthdate: 1991-07-26
- Eligible for Draft: 2009
- Drafted: 2009
- Hometown: Daysland, Alberta
- Acquired: 4th round (105th overall), 2009
- Playing In: CHL
Justin Weller
Prospect Grade: 6.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2008-09: Even though he saw his season limited to just 32 games on one of the worst teams in the WHL, Phoenix still saw something in Weller enough to pick him up in the fourth round.
2009-10: Weller appeared in 71 games for the Red Deer Rebels, putting up 2 goals and 7 assists. The defender also added 88 PIMs to go with his -4 rating. In the playoffs Weller picked up 1 assist in 4 games.
2010-11: Weller was a standout stay-at-home defensemen in his fourth WHL season playing for the Red Deer Rebels. Weller chipped in with career highs in goals (4) and assists (13) and was +24 with 104 PMs (one of five Rebels to break the 100 PM mark). Red Deer had the WHL's second-best record and reached the second round of the playoffs. In nine playoff games Weller scored 2 goals with 1 assist and was -5 with 10 PMs.
Talent Analysis
Weller is a defensive defenseman who brings a physical element as well as playing a smart and efficient game in his own zone. He is a mobile skater with improving offensive skills and excellent leadership qualities.
Future
A fourth-round pick, Weller continues to be a pleasant surprise for the Coyotes. His all-around game has evolved to the point where it is no longer a stretch to believe that he could one day play in the NHL as a third-pair, shut-down defender.
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Profile Last Updated: January, 10th 2012
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