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  • Name: Niklas Torp
  • Position: D
  • Shoots: Left
  • Height: 5-11
  • Weight: 196 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1989-04-10
  • Eligible for Draft: 2007
  • Drafted: 2007
  • Hometown: Jonkoping, Sweden
  • Acquired: 6th round (#163 overall), 2007
  • Playing In: Europe

Niklas Torp

Prospect Grade: 5.0 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: Johan Nilsson

History

Torp was arguably the top Swedish defenseman born in 1989 a year ago, but his development has been mediocre this season, mainly because Torp missed the first half due to injury.

Talent Analysis

As a player, he stands out with his physical and aggressive play. He has good timing in his hits and loves to deliver a good check when given the opportunity. He plays somewhat dirty at times and agitates the opposing players frequently. His mobility is decent, but hockey sense and offensive awareness average. He has a pretty powerful slap shot and is a good leader.

Future

Future Analysis Coming Soon...

Stats

SEASON   TEAM                                                               GP G A PTS +/- PIM
2006-07 HV 71 (J18 Allsvenskan/SWE) 1 0 0 0 -1 2
2007 HV 71 (J18 Allsvenskan/SWE) 3 1 0 1 +3 43
2006-07 HV 71 (J20 Superelit/SWE) 17 3 1 4 +2 42
2007 HV 71 (J20 Superelit/SWE) 4 0 2 2 +2 10
2007 Team Sweden (WJC 18) 6 0 1 1 +5 6

 

Profile Last Updated: May, 2nd 2008


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