Zach Bogosian

Hometown:

Massena New York

Team:

Buffalo Sabres

Currently Playing In:

Pro

Birthday:

1990-07-15
Position:

D

Eligible for draft:

2008
Shoots:

Right
Drafted:

2008
Height:

6-2
Acquired:

Trade with Winnipeg, 2015
Weight:

200 lbs.
<<<<<<< Updated upstream
History

2007-08: After being drafted in the first round of the 2006 OHL Priority Draft, Zach Bogosian was a solid performer for the Peterborough Petes during the 2006-07 season. The American-born defenseman was tied for fifth on his team for assists and recorded almost a half point a game as a rookie. Bogosian was named a Petes alternate captain for the 2007-08 season, and he responded by leading the team in scoring and finishing second overall among league defensemen with 50 assists.  Named an OHL All-Star, Bogosian played in the CHL Top Prospects Game and was voted top defensive defenseman in the OHL Coaches poll (tied with Geoff Killing), second among offensive blueliners and third in both the league’s smartest player and hardest worker categories. Bogosian was chosen in the first round, third overall, of the 2008 NHL Draft by the Atlanta Thrashers (now the Winnipeg Jets).

Talent Analysis

A smooth skater, with a high hockey IQ, Bogosian has already filled out his body and uses it for very solid defensive play. He can move the puck well and has an excellent shot.

Future

Bogosian was dealt along with Evander Kane and a prospect to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Tyler Myers, Drew Stafford, two prospects, and a 2015 first round pick.

Winnipeg Jets organization reaping benefits from 2008 NHL Draft

by Jason Chen
on

Zach Bogosian - Winnipeg Jets

Photo: Drafted 3rd overall in 2008, Zach Bogosian has gradually developed into a solid top four defenseman in the NHL. (courtesy of Andy Mead/YCJ/Icon SMI)

Because the 2008 draft class produced so many big name stars, the other prospects that have yet to make the big show yet are often held to unrealistic standards, and written off as busts too soon. Zach Bogosian's future with the Jets/Thrashers franchise was in doubt at one point, and only in the 2011-12 season did he really show what the front office saw in him to take him third overall.

Read more»
More News & Features
HF Boards