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  • Name: Yannick Weber
  • Position: D
  • Shoots: Right
  • Height: 5-11
  • Weight: 194 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1988-09-23
  • Eligible for Draft: 2007
  • Drafted: 2007
  • Hometown: Bern, Switzerland
  • Acquired: 3rd round (73rd overall), 2007
  • Playing In: Pro

Yannick Weber

Prospect Grade: 7.0 B  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: HF Staff

History

2006-07: This Swiss blueliner adjusted quite well to the demands of the North American game and became an integral part of the Rangers’ blueline corps in his rookie season. Not blessed with outstanding size – he measures in at a respectable 5’10, 195 pounds – the Bern native tallied 41 points in 51 games in his freshman OHL year.

2007-08: Weber spent the season in Kitchener (OHL), appearing in 59 games and totaling 55 points (20+35) and a +7 plus/minus rating. He added an additional 17 points (4+13) in 17 playoff games that season and was a member of Team Switzerland at the World Junior Championship A tournament. He recorded six points (2+4) in six games during the WJC-A.

 

 

 

Talent Analysis

In addition to displaying solid defensive responsibility, Weber displayed a nose for the net and value on the power play unit. 

While he may not have the upside of a Katic, he’s far less mercurial in temperment and performance and could be the safer pick for a club looking for depth defensemen.

Future

Weber very quickly has established himself as a solid, bordering on elite, blueline prospect. From keying a strong Kitchener Rangers' attack to leading an undermanned Swiss club at the WJC, Weber has shown he has both the mental and physical abilities to play a key role on the Canadiens' blueline for years to come.   

Although only in his first season at the professional level, Weber could be among the club's first call-ups should injuries play a role this season on the blueline. His ability to quarterback the power play, while still focusing on his defensive responsibilities will let him fit in on the blueline almost immediately in the NHL.

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Profile Last Updated: August, 17th 2009

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