Player's Profile
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- Name: Shawn Weller
- Position: LW
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 188 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-07-08
- Eligible for Draft: 2004
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Glens Falls, NY
- Acquired: 3rd rd, 77th overall, 2004 Entry Draft by Ottawa
- Playing In: Pro
Shawn Weller
Prospect Grade: 6.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: Derek Cheng
History
Shawn Weller, a native of Glens Falls, NY, was Ottawa’s 3rd round pick (77th overall) in 2004. A product of Clarkson University, Weller has already played a handful of games in the AHL. He also represented USA at the 2005 World Junior Championships.
2002-03: Playing for the Capital District Selects in the relatively unknown Eastern Junior Hockey League, Weller showed potential offensive instinct as he produced 6 goals and 12 points in 35 games. He also amassed 109 penalty minutes.
Weller played the 2003-04 season with the Capital District Selects of the relatively unknown Eastern Junior Hockey League, a league which serves as a feeder system to NCAA hockey. Weller was a huge part of the Selects team, leading the team in assists, points, power play goals, short handed goals, and penalty minutes, while coming second in goals and shots.
2003-04: In his sophomore year with Capital, Weller’s role increased and his offensive ability was realized. He tripled his previous year totals, finishing with 17 goals, 22 assists and 39 points along with 117 penalty minutes. Weller was a huge part of the Selects team, leading in assists, points, power play goals, short handed goals, and penalty minutes, while coming second in goals and shots. In the playoffs, Weller was a force averaging two points per game (3 goals, 3 assists, 6 points in 3 games). The EJHL often serves as a feeder system for NCAA hockey and Weller would indeed follow that path as he committed to Clarkson.
2004-05: Weller's collegiate debut was delayed due to academic eligibility issues. After everything was settled, Weller made a memorable debut for Clarkson back on October 29, 2004 versus non-conference rival Niagara when he notched his first two collegiate goals, both on the power play. After the spectacular start to his rookie campaign, Weller's offensive production dropped off significantly. Weller led the Golden Knights in penalty minutes with 72 and finished with 3 goals and 11 assists along with a –9 rating in 33 games. The power forward was also a member of the 2005 USA U-20 WJC squad. While his offensive production wasn't spectacular (0 points in 7 games), his overall performance was. His great work ethic coupled with his strong, physical play and relentless puck pursuit made him a difficult player for opposing players to defend against.
2005-06: Weller continued to develop steadily and his role increased allowing him to demonstrate more offensive prowess. He spent the full season at Clarkson and registered 14 goals and 10 assists along with 103 penalty minutes and a –7 rating in 37 games.
2006-07: In what would be his final year at Clarkson, Weller showed the makings of a solid two-way power forward like player. His defensive game improved vastly as he registered a +12, positive for the first time in his NCAA career. Weller scored at a point-per-game pace ending with 19 goals and 21 assists for 40 points in 39 games. He also racked up 62 penalty minutes. After the Golden Knights season ended, Weller signed with the Ottawa Senators and debuted in the AHL with Binghamton. He played in five games and took two minor penalties and was a –3.
DJ Powers contributed to this profile
Talent Analysis
Weller is a crash and bang type of winger whose physical style of play enabled him to get free of opposing defenders in the EJHL. He has filled out nicely since being drafted and now has NHL-caliber size to go along with a tenacious work ethic and raw skill. A strong skater with a great motor and excellent top gear, Weller moves extremely well north-south and possesses a strong stride. While not a dangling master, Weller does have adequate hands but more importantly, he is highly capable of protecting the puck. His play along the boards is one aspect of his game that made him so highly regarded by both the Senators and Clarkson University. Weller shows tremendous ability to drive to the net and blow by defenseman with quick acceleration. He also possesses excellent vision and can create scoring opportunities for his linemates. Above all else, Weller is a character player who can be a leader and will do anything for the team.
Future
Weller still has the potential to develop into a power forward type player, one that the Senators have been seeking for quite some time. His development at Clarkson allowed him to skip his final year and turn pro sooner than expected. Signed to an entry-level contract, Weller will likely start as a full-time forward for Binghamton. His NHL future will depend on his offensive development in the AHL. He could potentially become a top six forward who can crash, bang and score. Failing that, he could be a depth grinder type winger who brings energy, consistency, passion and determination to the team.
Stats
| SEASON | TEAM | GP | G | A | PTS | PIM | +/- |
| 2002-03 | Capital District Selects (EJHL) | 35 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 109 | -- |
| 2003-04 | Capital District Selects (EJHL) | 34 | 17 | 22 | 39 | 117 | -- |
| 2004 | Capital District Selects (EJHL) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 0 | -- |
| 2004-05 | Clarkson Golden Knights (ECAC) | 33 | 3 | 11 | 14 | 72 | -9 |
| 2005 | Team USA (WJC) | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005-06 | Clarkson Golden Knights (ECAC) | 37 | 14 | 10 | 24 | 103 | -7 |
| 2006-07 | Clarkson Golden Knights (ECAC) | 39 | 19 | 21 | 40 | 62 | +12 |
| 2006-07 | Binghamton (AHL) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -3 |
Profile Last Updated: April, 1st 2008
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