Jiri Sekac
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Jiri Sekac

Hometown:

Kladno Czech Republic

Team:

Chicago Blackhawks

Currently Playing In:

Pro

Birthday:

1992-06-10
Position:

LW

Eligible for draft:

2010
Shoots:

Left
Drafted:
Height:

6-2
Acquired:

Waiver claim, 2016
Weight:

190 lbs.
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History
Talent Analysis

Sekac is a highly skilled winger with good puck possession skills and playmaking capabilities. The 21-year old has played two years in the KHL with solid results this past season but will need to be less of a perimeter player to have success in North American style game. His defensive game is not bad but could use more work and he needs to gains more strength and size. He possesses the potential to be a top six scoring forward at the NHL level.

Future

Sekac was dealt by the Anaheim Ducks to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for Ryan Garbutt. Sekac was then waived by the Blackhawks and claimed by the Arizona Coyotes.

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