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Player's Profile

  • Name: Ryan Thang
  • Position: LW
  • Shoots: Right
  • Height: 5-11
  • Weight: 186 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1987-05-11
  • Eligible for Draft: 2005
  • Drafted: 2007
  • Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
  • Acquired: 3rd round (#81 overall), 2007
  • Playing In: NCAA

Ryan Thang

Prospect Grade: 6.5 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: DJ Powers

History

2006-07: Ryan Thang was a key component in Notre Dame's successful season. The Edina, MN native led the team in goal scoring (20), power play goals (10) and game-winning goals (6). His 41 points led all Fighting Irish rookies. He was one of three Notre Dame players selected to the CCHA All-Rookie Team. He was also a finalist for the CCHA Rookie of the Year and was named Notre Dame's Rookie of the Year.

Talent Analysis

Thang is a tough, two-way power forward. As good as he has been offensively this season, it almost never came at the expense of his defensive responsibilities. He is meticulous in his attention to the details of his game, especially in his positional play. Thang is an excellent skater who is strong on his skates. His great stick work combined with his quick hands makes him a very proficient puck handler. Thang has shown a willingness to drive hard to the net and pay a price to make the play. He also has a knack for scoring timely goals. With added size and strength, Thang will be a more formidable player to contend with.

Notre Dame head coach Jeff Jackson's comments on Thang: "Ryan's a good student and a quality young man. I think his greatest assets are his commitment and work ethic. He's a very diligent athlete who works at his game and really wants to be a player. Ryan is accountable and he understands the game and that allows him to be a successful two-way player."

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Profile Last Updated: December, 19th 2007


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