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Dion Phaneuf

Calgary Flames

Year Team GP G A P +/- PIM PPG SHG GWG GTG SOG
2009 Flames 22 6 5 11 2 20 2 0 2 0 48

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Scouting Report

Assets
  • Hits everything that moves. Owns a big shot from the point and isn't shy about unleashing it. Displays all-around ability. Is the total physical package. Owns impressive lateral movement and power-play quarterbacking skills.
Flaws
  • His defensive-zone coverage needs to improve in order to maximize his impact on the NHL. Can be a little too exhuberant at times in search of the big hit and gets out of position.
Career Potential
  • Offensive defenseman with a physical edge.

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

April 27, 2009 Missed 1 playoff game (head injury).
April 27, 2009 Head injury, day-to-day.
April 16, 2009 Missed 2 games (upper body injury).
April 10, 2009 Upper body injury, day-to-day.
February 6, 2008 Re-signed by the Calgary Flames to a six-year contract extension.
April 3, 2007 Missed 2 games (flu).
March 29, 2007 Flu, day-to-day.
October 30, 2006 Missed 1 game (flu).
October 28, 2006 Flu, day-to-day.
September 15, 2004 Signed by the Calgary Flames.
September 19, 2003 Returned to his junior team (Red Deer-WHL).

Trades

June 21, 2003 Drafted by the Calgary Flames in the 1st round (9th overall) in 2003.

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