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- Name: Sergei Kolosov
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-4
- Weight: 187 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-06-05
- Eligible for Draft: 2004
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Minsk, Belarus
- Acquired: Detroit's 2nd choice (151st overall) in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft
- Playing In: Europe
Sergei Kolosov
Prospect Grade: 5.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
History
With the compensation pick for the loss of free agent Luc Robitaille during the offseason, the Wings used their fifth round pick to select a big defenseman from Minsk, Belarus.
During the 2004 CHL import draft, Kolosov was selected by the Prince George Cougars of the WHL with the 57th pick in the second round.
The Wings hoped Kolsov would develop his game in the WHL in 2004-05, but he elected to stay in Belarus. Judging by his performance at the WJC’s, the decision hasn’t hurt his progress. The 6’4, 190lb defenseman hammered opposing forwards along the boards and did a good job clearing the crease.
Talent Analysis
Kolosov is a hulking defenseman who has solid skating ability for a man of his size. He reads the play pretty well and is sound defensively. He displays a good attitude when on the ice. He works hard and is a physical presence. Mainly a defensive defenseman, Kolosov lacks top notch offensive instincts, but can join the rush and deliver a good outlet pass. On the down side he needs to add some bulk as well as continue working on his skating.
Future
He still has a lot to learn about positioning and he won’t win awards for his transition game, but Kolosov is an intriguing prospect nonetheless.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: December, 3rd 2009
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