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Player's Profile

  • Name: Matt Moulson
  • Position: LW
  • Shoots:
  • Height: 6-1
  • Weight: 205 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1983-11-01
  • Eligible for Draft: 2002
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Mississauga, Ontario
  • Acquired: Signed as UFA, 2006
  • Playing In: Pro

Matt Moulson

Prospect Grade: 7.0 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: David A. Rainer

History

Matt Moulson played with the Guelph Dominators of the MWJHL before going to Cornell. He scored 56 goals and added 46 assists for 102 points in 42 games during his final season. His performance earned him Co-MVP honors that year. 

Selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins, 263th overall of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. He did not come to terms with the Penguins and was signed as a free agent by the Los Angeles Kings at the conclusion of his college eligibility with Cornell University.

2006-07: Moulson spent the entire season with Manchester of the AHL, leading the team in goals (25) and points (57) in 77 games and proving to be one of the most reliable players on the squad.

Talent Analysis

He’s a tremendously skilled player with hockey smarts to boot. Moulson’s also an excellent skater with very good speed. He’s blessed with great hands, and his passing ability is outstanding. He uses his 6’1/205 frame quite well. He’s strong and tough to move off of the puck.

In addition to his well-publicized offensive skills, Moulson is also a solid defensive player. He was utilized in Cornell’s penalty-killing situations and has done very well in breaking up plays, particularly in odd-man rush situations.

Future

Moulson has the potential of a second/third line winger.  Moulson is a rare commodity as a scorer from the left wing position.  There are other forwards in front of him on the depth chart.  As a result, Moulson might not receive as many call-ups to Los Angeles as others so he will need to make the most of it when he receives them.

Stats

Year
Team
League
GP
G
A
Pts
PIM
2002-03
Cornell
NCAA
33
13
10
23
22
2003-04
Cornell
NCAA
33
18
17
35
37
2004-05
Cornell
NCAA
34
22
20
42
33
2005-06
Cornell
NCAA
35
18
20
38
14
2006-07
Manchester
AHL
77
25
32
57
23
 
Manchester*
AHL
16
2
3
5
8

*=playoffs

 

Profile Last Updated: March, 4th 2008


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