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- Name: Pavel Valentenko
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 218 lbs
- Birthdate: 1987-10-20
- Eligible for Draft: 2006
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Moscow, Russia
- Acquired: Trade with Montreal, 2009
- Playing In: Europe
Pavel Valentenko
Prospect Grade: 6.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
The young defenseman has good size standing 6’2 202 lbs. He spent his early career in the Neftekhimik system. Drafted 5th round (159th overall), 2006
2006-07: Russian WJC team.
January 2007 feature on Valentenko.
2007-08: The Russian born defenseman recorded 16 points (1+15) in 57 games for the Hamilton Bulldogs (AHL), and found himself 58 penalty minutes in the process.
Talent Analysis
Valentenko has a big shot -- one that earned him hardest AHL shot honors in the 2007-08 season. He combines that with a physical game that borders on, but never crosses into, dirty play. Valentenko's been described as one of the most-hated players in the AHL and combines an ability to get under opponent's skin with the willingness to back it up.
His offensive abilities are limited, but he's able to play a solid fundamental game: making the smart first pass, starting the rush, and taking care of his own end.
Future
Valentenko should be able to carve a niche on an NHL roster as a physical agitator in the Bryan Marchment mold.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: September, 11th 2009
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