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Player's Profile

  • Name: Raymond Sawada
  • Position: RW
  • Shoots: Right
  • Height: 6-2
  • Weight: 195 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1985-02-19
  • Eligible for Draft: 2003
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Richmond, British Columbia
  • Acquired: 2004 NHL Entry Draft by Dallas
  • Playing In: NCAA

Raymond Sawada

Prospect Grade: 6.0 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: DJ Powers

History

Coming into the league as an energetic young rookie from the Nanaimo Clippers of the BCHL, Raymond Sawada came to the BCHL from the Richmond Sockeyes after winning the Junior B provincial title with them. Continuing his winning ways, Sawada had a wonderful 2003-04 season, capturing 2004 BCHL Rookie-of-the-Year honors with the Bruce Allen Memorial Trophy, and a selection to the 2004 BCHL All-Star game in his rookie campaign in which he scored a goal. To top it all off, Sawada's impressive playoff run helped his team to a 2004 BCHL Championship. 

2006-07: On the new look Cornell team this season, Sawada established himself as a force to be reckoned with, particularly where offense is concerned. The Richmond, BC native finished third on the team with 21 points (ten goals, 11 assists). He was one of only five players to appear in all 31 games. Sawada also established himself as a player that can score timely goals as well. Of his ten goals, four came on the power play and one came short-handed. He also led Cornell with four game-winners. 

Talent Analysis

Sawada is a budding power forward who thrives in the physical side of the game. He can often be found delivering some thunderous hits and has no problem finishing his checks. Sawada skates remarkably well for such a big man, combining good speed with long, powerful strides. He also does a good job of keeping his feet moving consistently. Sawada makes great use of his enormous size, strength and reach, especially when protecting the puck. He works and competes hard and has demonstrated a willingness to pay a price in front of the net to make plays. He is solid defensively and does a nice job of stripping pucks from opposing players. 

Future

Sawada will enter his senior year at Cornell University this fall where he will serve as one of the team’s co-captains.

Stats

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Profile Last Updated: October, 14th 2007

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