Player's Profile
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- Name: Tyson Sexsmith
- Position: G
- Catches: Left
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 210 lbs
- Birthdate: 1989-03-19
- Eligible for Draft: 2007
- Drafted: 2007
- Hometown: Priddis, Alberta
- Acquired: 3rd round (94th overall), 2007
- Playing In: Pro
Tyson Sexsmith
Prospect Grade: 7.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2006-07: Including the WHL playoffs, Sexsmith collected 14 shutouts in 73 games after being handed the starting job by head coach Don Hay in November. Had a sparkling 1.79 GAA. After veteran goaltender Dustin Slade left the Giants, Sexsmith weathered the media storms and doubts concerning the ability of a 17-year-old being able to backstop the Memorial Cup host team. The critics have been answered and silenced as Sexsmith gained confidence throughout the season and led the team to a national championship. The 6', 200-pound native of Priddis, Alberta will be tested next season in Vancouver as the Giants look to reload following the loss of some key veterans.
2007-08: Wrapping up his collegiate career, Zalewski appeared in 38 games with the Clarkson Knights (ECAC). He recorded 33 points (21g+12a) in his senior season with the club and was an ECAC First Team All-Star. He appeared in seven games with the Worcester Sharks (AHL), netting two goals and four assists. He had two goals on Apr. 11 at Portland; his first professional goal tied the game at two, while his second won it in overtime.
January 2009 HF feature on Sexsmith.
Talent Analysis
WHL-based Sharks scout Brian Gross on Sexsmith (2009): “Tyson had a solid season and playoffs for a young player as he led his team all the way to the Memorial Cup,” Gross said. “He is unflappable, hates to be scored on and lose, and never blamed his teammates. He was always in position for the first shot and never gave up on a play. He showed excellent technical skills and a great glove hand and he was strong physically.”
Future
Turning pro in 2009-10.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: October, 23rd 2009
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