Player's Profile
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- Name: Stefano Giliati
- Position: LW
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Birthdate: 1987-10-07
- Eligible for Draft: 2006
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Lasalle, Quebec
- Acquired:
- Playing In: Pro
Stefano Giliati
Prospect Grade: 6.0 D (About Prospect Grades)
History
Giliati was originally selected in the second round of the 2004 QMJHL Draft by the Shawinigan Cataractes, and made the team in his first attempt as a 17-year-old. Playing sparingly on the fourth line initially, Giliati saw his role increased as the season progressed, and he finished with 14 points in 54 games. Giliati was moved to Lewiston in the off-season in the trade that sent Atlanta prospect Alex Bourret to Shawinigan. Giliati was hoped to help fill some of the offense vacated by Bourret. While he didn’t come close to matching the Thrashers’ prospect’s numbers, Giliati still became a very adequate offensive player on the Lewiston second line, picking up 49 points, having appeared in every game, playing an up-tempo style of play.
Signed as undrafted free agent after three seasons with Lewiston of the QMJHL.
2007-08: Giliati entered his third season with the Lewiston MAINEiacs (QMJHL), appearing in 65 games with the club before being sent to the Toronto Marlies (AHL) for one game. With Lewiston, he had his best season to date, netting 40 goals and 47 assists for 87 total points.
Talent Analysis
Giliati is stocky and not overly large, but he still does have good foot speed and quickness, and is adept at handling the puck. He has strong offensive awareness, but is also a good passer. Giliati is also a very adept defensive forward, playing against top lines, as well as seeing time on the first penalty-killing unit. Giliati picked up a knack for scoring clutch goals over the course of the season, and elevated his game in the playoffs. He likes to hit, and is good at using his size to his advantage.
Future
Giliati is an energy player, who has good offensive awareness and defensive responsibility. He would fit nicely on a third or fourth line.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: October, 11th 2009
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