Player's Profile
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- Name: Rod Pelley
- Position: C
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Birthdate: 1984-01-09
- Eligible for Draft: 2002
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Kitimat, BC
- Acquired: Signed as Free Agent (July 2006)
- Playing In: Pro
Rod Pelley
Prospect Grade: 5.5 B (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: Jared Ramsden
History
2005-06: Despite a disappointing senior season, Pelley wrapped a strong career at OSU playing in all but one game in his entire four-year collegiate career. He was one of only five players (and one of only two forwards) to play in all 39 games this season, posting 14 points (seven goals, seven assists). His 167 shots led the CCHA this season. At OSU, Pelley helped guide the Buckeyes to three NCAA Tournament appearances in the last four years. He served as an alternate captain on the team in both his senior and junior years.
2006-07: Pelley made a seamless transition to the pro game, and his strong play did not go unnoticed in New Jersey as he was recalled on a couple of occasions to the big club to play the role of fourth-line center. In 65 games on the farm, Pelley had 17 goals, tied for third on the team with and was the leading rookie scorer on the club with 29 points overall.
Jared Ramsden contributed to this profile
Talent Analysis
Pelley is a tough, hard-hitting forward who excels in the faceoff circle. He plays with an edge and is fiercely competitive. Pelley’s skating ability combines power with good speed and quickness. He is strong on skates and is tough to move off of the puck. He has great on ice vision and hockey sense. He anticipates where plays are going quite well too.
One of Pelley’s best attributes is his cannon-like shot. He’s a player who also loves to shoot and has a superb wrist shot. He has a real nose for the net and is willing to pay a price in high traffic areas to make the plays.
Future
Pelley’s strong first year on the farm, combined with his steady play when up with New Jersey should earn him a long look in training camp next season. His upside isn't fantastic, but Pelley knows what his role is and does it very effectively. Foot soilders like Pelley are the type of unsung heroes that often go unnoticed by casual observers but appreciated by teammates.
Stats
| SEASON | TEAM | GP | G | A | PTS | +/- | PIM |
| 2002-03 | Ohio State (CCHA) |
43 | 8 | 3 | 11 | -3 | 26 |
| 2003-04 | Ohio State (CCHA) | 42 | 10 | 12 | 22 | +2 | 38 |
| 2004-05 | Ohio State (CCHA) | 41 | 22 | 19 | 41 | +4 | 54 |
| 2005-06 | Ohio State (CCHA) | 39 | 7 | 7 | 14 | -6 | 42 |
| 2006-07 | Lowell Devils (AHL) | 65 | 17 | 12 | 29 | -1 | 35 |
| 2006-07 | New Jersey Devils (NHL) | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3 | 0 |
Profile Last Updated: March, 30th 2008
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