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  • Name: Nick Spaling
  • Position: C
  • Shoots: Left
  • Height: 6-0
  • Weight: 184 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1988-09-19
  • Eligible for Draft: 2007
  • Drafted: 2007
  • Hometown: Drayton, Ontario
  • Acquired: 2nd round (#58 overall), 2007
  • Playing In: CHL

Nick Spaling

Prospect Grade: 6.5 B  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: Jason Menard

History

2006-07:  Spaling took on more of an offensive role, with 59 points in 61 games. He also showed an ability to perform in his end of the rink, anchoring the defensive zone for his Rangers teammates.

* Read this Hockey's Future article on Nick Spaling

Talent Analysis

While he doesn’t excel at any one thing, Spaling has shown an impressive ability to be solid in all aspects of the game: offensive, defensive, and special teams.  While few expect Spaling to tear up the professional ranks offensively, he has all the tools needed to be an effective – and valued – member of any franchise in a two-way or defensive checking role.

Future

Future Analysis Coming Soon...

Stats

SEASON   TEAM                                      GP G A PTS +/- PIM
2005-06 Kitchener Rangers (OHL) 62 10 15 25 +13 22
2006 Kitchener Rangers (OHL) 5 0 3 3 0 0
2006-07 Kitchener Rangers (OHL) 61 23 36 59 +24 41
2007 Kitchener Rangers (OHL) 9 2 3 5 -1 4

 

Profile Last Updated: December, 19th 2007


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