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- Name: Tyler Cuma
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 180 lbs
- Birthdate: 1990-01-19
- Eligible for Draft: 2008
- Drafted: 2008
- Hometown: Bowmanville, Ontario
- Acquired: 1st round (23rd overall), 2008 by MIN
- Playing In: CHL
Tyler Cuma
Prospect Grade: 7.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2006-07: After being selected sixth overall in the 2006 OHL Priority Draft, Cuma went on to have a very good season with the Ottawa 67s. Named team rookie of the year, Cuma registered 19 points (3 goals, 16 assists) in 63 games.
2007-08: The only Ottawa defenseman with a positive plus/minus rating, Cuma was also able to increase his offensive output from the blueline. With 32 points (4 goals, 28 assists) in 59 regular season games, Cuma was second among defensemen on the 67s in scoring. He won Ottawa's Top Scholastic Player and was named to the OHL All-Star Game. Cuma was also named to Team Canada in both the 2007 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament and the 2008 U-18 WJCs in Russia.
Drafted by Minnesota in the first round, 23rd overall, in 2008.
2008-09: Cuma was expected to challenge for a roster spot on the Wild, represent Canada at the World Junior Championships and lead his vastly improved 67’s deep into the postseason. Cuma did come close to cracking the Wild roster, as he was one of the last players cut, and was all but guaranteed a roster spot on Canada’s junior squad until tearing his MCL at Canada’s world junior camp. After watching team Canada win gold from the side line, Cuma had to have his torn MCL surgically repaired, putting an end to what would have probably been his final year in the OHL.
Talent Analysis
A reliable two-way defenseman of average size, Cuma had a big offensive upside, which he employs effectively without sacrificing coverage in his own zone. A strong skater with excellent puck moving skills, Cuma has a high hockey IQ and good vision. When these talents are coupled with his outstanding work ethic, Cuma has a bright future.
Future
Cuma has the potential to be a solid top-four defenseman in the NHL.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: March, 14th 2010
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