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Akim Aliu

Chicago Blackhawks

1989/04/24 20

6-2 200

Okene, Nigeria

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the Chicago Blackhawks in 2007 (2nd round)

Scouting Report

Assets
  • Has size, aggressiveness and scoring upside. Can drop the gloves and also agitate opponents.
Flaws
  • Lacks discipline, both on and off the ice. Needs to improve his defensive-zone coverage in order to maximize his NHL potential.
Career Potential
  • Agitating forward with scoring upside.

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Transactions/Injuries/Suspensions

September 18, 2009 Assigned to Rockford (AHL).
April 3, 2009 Assigned to Rockford (AHL).
October 6, 2008 Returned to his junior team (London-OHL).
August 25, 2008 Signed by the Chicago Blackhawks to an entry-level contract.
April 4, 2008 Signed by the Rockford IceHogs (AHL).
September 18, 2007 Returned to his junior team (London-OHL).

Trades

June 23, 2007 Drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2nd round (56th overall) in 2007.

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