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- Name: Matt Pelech
- Position: D
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 6-4
- Weight: 220 lbs
- Birthdate: 1987-09-04
- Eligible for Draft: 2005
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Toronto, Ontario
- Acquired: 26th overall, 2005 NHL Entry Draft by Calgary
- Playing In: Pro
Matt Pelech
Prospect Grade: 6.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2004-05: In the 6’4” 220 lb defenseman’s sophomore season with the Sarnia Sting, he appeared in only 31 games due to two fighting incidents that ended in two broken jaws for Pelech. He had a goal and five assists with 74 PIMS in the games he dressed. Despite Pelech’s rough season, the Calgary Flames selected the big defenseman 26th overall in the 2005 NHL lottery draft.
2005-06: Pelech would start the year with Sarnia, but would be traded after 18 games to the London Knights, the eventual OHL regular season champions. In 52 total games that year, Pelech would add 10 points (1G, 9A) and 139 PIMS to his OHL resume.
2006-07: The Toronto native would play his final OHL season with his third team in two years, the Belleville Bulls. In 58 games with the Bulls, Pelech would score 35 points (5G, 30A) to go along with 171 PIMS. Matt Pelech would also suit up for the Eastern Conference OHL All-Stars.
2007-08: In his rookie season in the AHL this year with Quad City, Pelech to this point has nine points (3G, 6A) and 177 PIMS in his 68 games.
Talent Analysis
A big, strong, stay at home defensive prospect. He has decent skating ability and an overall skill set to play in the show, but has to learn to make better in game decisions.
Future
Matt Pelech could see some ice time next year with Calgary in an injury situation. Right now it seems Pelech is destined for another full season in the AHL, to improve his overall game.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: April, 19th 2008
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