Zach Trotman, D
6-4, 200
August 26, 1990
Shoots: Right
Boston's 8th choice, 210 overall (seventh round) in 2010 Draft
Signing status: Unsigned
Talent Analysis
Physical: Big frame but lean with much more room to add muscle mass and strength (he'll probably play in the 220 range at his peak). Good mobility; above average straight line speed and lateral agility and crossovers. Moves well in all directions and has pretty good footwork for a big man but is still growing into his body and could stand to improve balance and strength on his skates. Solid passer who kicked his game up a notch this past season, posting a career-high 20 points as a sophomore. Above average shot; the point slapper is not overpowering but he does a good job of mixing up the shot variety and can get the puck on net effectively from the blue line. Defense and positional play is a work in progess. Shows a willingness to play a physical game and uses his size effectively along the boards and in front of the net. A good solid shutdown 'D' prospect based on his progress with Lake Superior State, but could spend the next two years in school before he's ready for the pro ranks.
Intangibles: Confident player who has a good grasp of his strengths and shortcomings. Has the vision and offensive hockey sense to be a two-way defender at the next level. Already has the physical tools to provide more of an offensive contribution, and after leading the Lakers in scoring among defensemen, is on his way. Is a long-term project who appears to have the physical and mental chops to develop into a pro prospect eventually.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Trotman was one of the most pleasant surprises of any player at development camp on defense. Showed marked improvement in his confidence, poise and decision making from where he was a year ago. Demonstrated an ability to get the puck in on net from the point with a quick wrist/snap shot. Advanced the puck well in scrimmage action and was a standout for his skating and passing acumen during the various drills.
Development Camp interview with Zach Trotman
Projection
With his offensive upside, could force his way into the middle pairing one day. At the very least, Trotman will be a solid AHL defender who has enough skill to warrant NHL action even if he fails to establish himself as a regular at the highest level. With his blend of size, mobility, offense and smarts, Trotman is one of the more intriguing complete packages on D in Boston's system. He's probably too low on this list, and should he continue with the production at LSSU as a junior, will move his way up the B's prospect depth chart. Appears to have all the tools to be an NHL option one day, and may just have the toolbox, too. For a guy who was picked last in the 2010 draft, Trotman is progressing nicely and justifying Boston's decision to trade their 2011 seventh-rounder to take him.
Quotable
"I haven’t had a chance to see a lot of Zach [Trotman] play outside of video. I thought that physically he’s a really developed kid. But he’s moving better. His puck decision stuff in the course of this was really good. "- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 11, 2011
"I'm looking to improve on my overall game. I've got to get faster at making decisions on the ice and I'm working on doing more offensively. I'm looking forward to this season and trying to become more of a two-way player and hopefully getting more points."- Zach Trotman to B2010DW, Wilmington, Mass.; July 6-10, 2010
"It's been a good time; I've enjoyed getting to know all of the players here and the coaches and learning about the Bruins' system and how they do things. I'm just trying to learn what I can and take it back to school with me."- Zach Trotman, Wilmington, Mass.; July 6-10, 2010
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Bruins prospect profile #21 Brian Ferlin
Brian Ferlin, RW
6-1, 196
June 4, 1992
Shoots: Right
Boston's fourth choice, 121st overall, in 2011 NHL Entry Draft
Signing status: Unsigned
Talent Analysis
Physical: Good size and progressing well in his maturation and conditioning process. Quick burst of initial speed and separation gear- much better skater than his scouting reports indicate. Not the perfect skating technique, but he's sudden, fast and effective at getting through openings and going to the net. Quick hands and stick. Nice finishing touch in close and has a nifty knack for scoring goals. Fast release on a hard, accurate wrist shot and not afraid to unload. Soft hands for passing, but gets a lot of his assists by getting the puck to the net for rebound chances. Tore it up with Blake Coleman and Danill Tarasov on Indiana's top line, going 1-2-3 in scoring in the USHL last season as the trio accounted for 96 goals and 240 points. Not a thundering hitter or particularly snarly player, but does use his body effectively along the walls and out in front of the net. Shows a consistent effort at both ends of the ice.
Intangibles: Demonstrates impressive instincts and offensive sense and vision. Surprising flair for creativity given that he is Florida-born and trained, not going up to the USHL until age 17. Intelligent, industrious kid- will play for Cornell University in the fall. Still figuring out situational hockey given his non-traditional route and a lack of exposure to elite competition at an early age, but has the look of a natural whose development curve has taken off in the last three years.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Like Anthony Camara, Ferlin made himself some real money at development camp as a player who showed off some impressive offensive skill and finish. One memorable play, Ferlin beat top pick Dougie Hamilton in a footrace to a loose puck near center ice, then blew by the talented defenseman with a nice burst of separation. A Zane Gothberg glove save was the only thing that prevented the crowd being brought out of their seats at Ristuccia on the highlight reel-type sequence. Skating on a line with Ryan Spooner and Justin Florek, Ferlin gave the white squad fits in the scrimmages, scoring several times and presenting himself as someone needing to be accounted for on each shift.
Development Camp interview with Brian Ferlin
Projection
Ferlin was an interesting pick for Boston in that it marked the third consecutive year that the B's took an overage player (previously passed over) in the fourth round (Lane MacDermid in '09, Craig Cunningham in '10). Ferlin has top-six forward potential if he continues to develop his offensive skills to go with what appears to be an instinctive grasp of the game and creativity. He's a long-term project who will take several years in Cornell to hone his talents before turning pro. Success won't likely happen overnight for Ferlin, but he proved he belonged at development camp and has the look of a sleeper pick to keep a close eye on.
Quotable
“Four was [Brian] Ferlin, I thought Ferlin was good, good stick, protects the puck, you put him on that line, that line was good with [Justin] Florek, [Ryan] Spooner and Ferlin. Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli; July 11, 2011
“That one line, I thought was very good, with [Justin] Florek, [Ryan] Spooner, and [Brian] Ferlin. I thought you could see the, they made plays together, they found each other, they scored. Just, it was just good to see the confidence in the players come out. “- Chiarelli; July 11, 2011
“Well, I think there’s a lot of room for growth on Brian [Ferlin]. He’s got tremendous upside athletically. I think he’ll continue to get more and more comfortable on the ice as he plays more and more hockey. It’s like taking the one thing until they converge, so to speak. I think that’s, as he plays more that athleticism will start to show up. He’s got good speed, he’s got good size, he’s got good skills, he’ll understand now in terms of how to utilize those even better as he plays with better players and moves forward. We’re excited. I think he’s a nice project and a nice piece to have to continue to go to work with and then see where he takes it. “- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 9, 2011
6-1, 196
June 4, 1992
Shoots: Right
Boston's fourth choice, 121st overall, in 2011 NHL Entry Draft
Signing status: Unsigned
Talent Analysis
Physical: Good size and progressing well in his maturation and conditioning process. Quick burst of initial speed and separation gear- much better skater than his scouting reports indicate. Not the perfect skating technique, but he's sudden, fast and effective at getting through openings and going to the net. Quick hands and stick. Nice finishing touch in close and has a nifty knack for scoring goals. Fast release on a hard, accurate wrist shot and not afraid to unload. Soft hands for passing, but gets a lot of his assists by getting the puck to the net for rebound chances. Tore it up with Blake Coleman and Danill Tarasov on Indiana's top line, going 1-2-3 in scoring in the USHL last season as the trio accounted for 96 goals and 240 points. Not a thundering hitter or particularly snarly player, but does use his body effectively along the walls and out in front of the net. Shows a consistent effort at both ends of the ice.
Intangibles: Demonstrates impressive instincts and offensive sense and vision. Surprising flair for creativity given that he is Florida-born and trained, not going up to the USHL until age 17. Intelligent, industrious kid- will play for Cornell University in the fall. Still figuring out situational hockey given his non-traditional route and a lack of exposure to elite competition at an early age, but has the look of a natural whose development curve has taken off in the last three years.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Like Anthony Camara, Ferlin made himself some real money at development camp as a player who showed off some impressive offensive skill and finish. One memorable play, Ferlin beat top pick Dougie Hamilton in a footrace to a loose puck near center ice, then blew by the talented defenseman with a nice burst of separation. A Zane Gothberg glove save was the only thing that prevented the crowd being brought out of their seats at Ristuccia on the highlight reel-type sequence. Skating on a line with Ryan Spooner and Justin Florek, Ferlin gave the white squad fits in the scrimmages, scoring several times and presenting himself as someone needing to be accounted for on each shift.
Development Camp interview with Brian Ferlin
Projection
Ferlin was an interesting pick for Boston in that it marked the third consecutive year that the B's took an overage player (previously passed over) in the fourth round (Lane MacDermid in '09, Craig Cunningham in '10). Ferlin has top-six forward potential if he continues to develop his offensive skills to go with what appears to be an instinctive grasp of the game and creativity. He's a long-term project who will take several years in Cornell to hone his talents before turning pro. Success won't likely happen overnight for Ferlin, but he proved he belonged at development camp and has the look of a sleeper pick to keep a close eye on.
Quotable
“Four was [Brian] Ferlin, I thought Ferlin was good, good stick, protects the puck, you put him on that line, that line was good with [Justin] Florek, [Ryan] Spooner and Ferlin. Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli; July 11, 2011
“That one line, I thought was very good, with [Justin] Florek, [Ryan] Spooner, and [Brian] Ferlin. I thought you could see the, they made plays together, they found each other, they scored. Just, it was just good to see the confidence in the players come out. “- Chiarelli; July 11, 2011
“Well, I think there’s a lot of room for growth on Brian [Ferlin]. He’s got tremendous upside athletically. I think he’ll continue to get more and more comfortable on the ice as he plays more and more hockey. It’s like taking the one thing until they converge, so to speak. I think that’s, as he plays more that athleticism will start to show up. He’s got good speed, he’s got good size, he’s got good skills, he’ll understand now in terms of how to utilize those even better as he plays with better players and moves forward. We’re excited. I think he’s a nice project and a nice piece to have to continue to go to work with and then see where he takes it. “- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 9, 2011
Bruins prospect profile #20 Craig Cunningham
Craig Cunningham, LW
5-10, 185
September 3, 1990
Shoots: Left
Boston's 4th choice, 97th overall, in 2010 Draft
Signing status: Signed through 2014
Talent Analysis
Physical: Short but stocky forward is naturally strong and better suited to transition from major junior to the pro grind than one would think simply by looking at his vitals on paper. Strong upper- and lower-body drive for his size. Above average skater who doesn't have explosive speed, but is quick and powerful- gets up a good head of steam and drives hard to the net, using his bowling ball-type build to fight through checks. Soft hands for passing and scoring goals. Can feather feeds through traffic and find open teammates for quality scoring opportunities. Has a quick stick and is exceptionally good at getting it on loose pucks and putting them home in close. Chippy player who gives as good as he gets; not afraid to get his nose dirty. Doesn't have the size to be a physical force, but willingly initiates contact and finishes his checks-- plays with a lot of energy. Another dedicated gym rat who became a close friend and workout partner of Milan Lucic's when the two were teammates on the Memorial Cup-winning Vancouver Giants in 2006-07. The two still workout together in the off-season with Giants strength and conditioning coach Ian Gallagher.
Intangibles: Character guy with passion and determination in spades. More creative offensively than he gets credit for- Portland teammate Sven Bartschi raved about Cunningham's playmaking and passing ability. Highly coachable player who will play any role required of him. Has the kind of heart and desire that may transcend his size deficit at the next level, but has a ways to go before he'll be ready to seriously compete for an NHL job. An affable yet serious type who learned the value of hard work watching his mother, Heather, work two jobs to support him and his two brothers after his father passed away. Captained Vancouver last season until a December trade to Portland. Helped lead the Winterhawks to the WHL championship series.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Cunningham isn't flashy and doesn't grab your attention, but at the end of the week, he did a lot of the little things right and showed off his trademark hustle. He had some chemistry skating with Jared Knight and Anthony Camara and is one of the more underrated prospects in Boston's system. Don Sweeney alluded to the fact that Cunningham struggled at times with some of the complex skating drills put on by skating coach Besa Tsintsadze, but that he kept a good sense of humor about it. Sweeney's comments indicated that Cunningham is well-liked and respected for his effort and dedication even if he may not have the natural ability of others in the system.
Development Camp interview with Craig Cunningham
Projection
The Bruins hope Cunningham will develop into a versatile utility forward on the bottom two lines in time. Although he's been a productive WHL scorer over the past two seasons (97 and 87 points), he's a long shot to ever crack Boston's lineup as a top-six forward. A responsible defensive player who will likely have to work his way into the AHL mix by doing the grunt work before he'll be ready for a regular scoring role. However, has enough versatility and maturity to earn a recall before some of the more highly skilled players ahead of him on the depth chart because he can fill any need even with limited ice time. One of those classic "more than the sum of his parts" type players you hear about.
Quotable
"I had a chance to go out and see Craig [Cunningham] later on in the season. He actually toyed with playing in Providence last year and decided to go back. Albeit it was in Vancouver at the time, he was captain and felt that he was going to be in a real leadership role, which kind of dovetails with the character of the kid. To be honest with you, he’s a kid who feels like he’s a leader and wants to be a leader. He went to Portland and was spoken very highly of by the coaching staff there in that capacity. So you know, the playing field kind of gets leveled out now, in terms of, he’s a younger kid and coming, but even in this type of camp with kids, he’s kind of taken a leadership role."- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 9, 2011
“He’s just such a coachable young man. Right from the time he was 16, he really understood everything that was being taught to him. He tried to do everything that was being taught to him, and he continually got better and better. The evolution is that he’s a 19-year-old player now; he knows what the expectations are and he’s grown with different leaders. He’s a real Giant-type player—he’s a really hard-working young man.”- Vancouver Giants Don Hay to Straight.com; December, 2009
“When he was 16 we saw some skill in him, but he didn’t score a goal the whole year. But in that training camp with his own age group, he was one of the top players. We knew he had the skill, but he wasn’t having the success as far as putting up numbers. But killing penalties and doing all the things—playing five-on-five, finishing checks—he did all those things. Now, as a 19-year-old, his skill level has caught up and he’s been a real, real good player for us.”- Don Hay to Straight.com; December, 2009
"We really like this kid. He led Vancouver in scoring andwas one of the top scorers in the entire WHL this past season, but beyond that, you have to look at what he's gone through in his life and how he's had to overcome a lot. He brings a lot of energy and passion to everything he does, and he's just one of those players that we looked at a lot this year and felt he brought both that scoring and character to the table."- Bruins director of amateur scouting Wayne Smith
to B2010DW; Los Angeles; June 26, 2010
"Craig Cunningham / LW ('90): Has become shifty and dangerous enough that he's turned into a real pro prospect. Seems to me like he's grown a little bit (maybe an inch or so) in the last two years, so that also helps. And he was one of the youngest players in the 2008 draft, so he's closer to being a part of last year's group. I'll be shocked if someone doesn't grab him at least late in the draft - could even go in the middle rounds. If somehow he doesn't go, he'll have a lot of calls from teams for a camp invite."- Red Line Report scout Mike Remmerde, NHL Draft Notes Blog, June 22, 2010
5-10, 185
September 3, 1990
Shoots: Left
Boston's 4th choice, 97th overall, in 2010 Draft
Signing status: Signed through 2014
Talent Analysis
Physical: Short but stocky forward is naturally strong and better suited to transition from major junior to the pro grind than one would think simply by looking at his vitals on paper. Strong upper- and lower-body drive for his size. Above average skater who doesn't have explosive speed, but is quick and powerful- gets up a good head of steam and drives hard to the net, using his bowling ball-type build to fight through checks. Soft hands for passing and scoring goals. Can feather feeds through traffic and find open teammates for quality scoring opportunities. Has a quick stick and is exceptionally good at getting it on loose pucks and putting them home in close. Chippy player who gives as good as he gets; not afraid to get his nose dirty. Doesn't have the size to be a physical force, but willingly initiates contact and finishes his checks-- plays with a lot of energy. Another dedicated gym rat who became a close friend and workout partner of Milan Lucic's when the two were teammates on the Memorial Cup-winning Vancouver Giants in 2006-07. The two still workout together in the off-season with Giants strength and conditioning coach Ian Gallagher.
Intangibles: Character guy with passion and determination in spades. More creative offensively than he gets credit for- Portland teammate Sven Bartschi raved about Cunningham's playmaking and passing ability. Highly coachable player who will play any role required of him. Has the kind of heart and desire that may transcend his size deficit at the next level, but has a ways to go before he'll be ready to seriously compete for an NHL job. An affable yet serious type who learned the value of hard work watching his mother, Heather, work two jobs to support him and his two brothers after his father passed away. Captained Vancouver last season until a December trade to Portland. Helped lead the Winterhawks to the WHL championship series.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Cunningham isn't flashy and doesn't grab your attention, but at the end of the week, he did a lot of the little things right and showed off his trademark hustle. He had some chemistry skating with Jared Knight and Anthony Camara and is one of the more underrated prospects in Boston's system. Don Sweeney alluded to the fact that Cunningham struggled at times with some of the complex skating drills put on by skating coach Besa Tsintsadze, but that he kept a good sense of humor about it. Sweeney's comments indicated that Cunningham is well-liked and respected for his effort and dedication even if he may not have the natural ability of others in the system.
Development Camp interview with Craig Cunningham
Projection
The Bruins hope Cunningham will develop into a versatile utility forward on the bottom two lines in time. Although he's been a productive WHL scorer over the past two seasons (97 and 87 points), he's a long shot to ever crack Boston's lineup as a top-six forward. A responsible defensive player who will likely have to work his way into the AHL mix by doing the grunt work before he'll be ready for a regular scoring role. However, has enough versatility and maturity to earn a recall before some of the more highly skilled players ahead of him on the depth chart because he can fill any need even with limited ice time. One of those classic "more than the sum of his parts" type players you hear about.
Quotable
"I had a chance to go out and see Craig [Cunningham] later on in the season. He actually toyed with playing in Providence last year and decided to go back. Albeit it was in Vancouver at the time, he was captain and felt that he was going to be in a real leadership role, which kind of dovetails with the character of the kid. To be honest with you, he’s a kid who feels like he’s a leader and wants to be a leader. He went to Portland and was spoken very highly of by the coaching staff there in that capacity. So you know, the playing field kind of gets leveled out now, in terms of, he’s a younger kid and coming, but even in this type of camp with kids, he’s kind of taken a leadership role."- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 9, 2011
“He’s just such a coachable young man. Right from the time he was 16, he really understood everything that was being taught to him. He tried to do everything that was being taught to him, and he continually got better and better. The evolution is that he’s a 19-year-old player now; he knows what the expectations are and he’s grown with different leaders. He’s a real Giant-type player—he’s a really hard-working young man.”- Vancouver Giants Don Hay to Straight.com; December, 2009
“When he was 16 we saw some skill in him, but he didn’t score a goal the whole year. But in that training camp with his own age group, he was one of the top players. We knew he had the skill, but he wasn’t having the success as far as putting up numbers. But killing penalties and doing all the things—playing five-on-five, finishing checks—he did all those things. Now, as a 19-year-old, his skill level has caught up and he’s been a real, real good player for us.”- Don Hay to Straight.com; December, 2009
"We really like this kid. He led Vancouver in scoring andwas one of the top scorers in the entire WHL this past season, but beyond that, you have to look at what he's gone through in his life and how he's had to overcome a lot. He brings a lot of energy and passion to everything he does, and he's just one of those players that we looked at a lot this year and felt he brought both that scoring and character to the table."- Bruins director of amateur scouting Wayne Smith
to B2010DW; Los Angeles; June 26, 2010
"Craig Cunningham / LW ('90): Has become shifty and dangerous enough that he's turned into a real pro prospect. Seems to me like he's grown a little bit (maybe an inch or so) in the last two years, so that also helps. And he was one of the youngest players in the 2008 draft, so he's closer to being a part of last year's group. I'll be shocked if someone doesn't grab him at least late in the draft - could even go in the middle rounds. If somehow he doesn't go, he'll have a lot of calls from teams for a camp invite."- Red Line Report scout Mike Remmerde, NHL Draft Notes Blog, June 22, 2010
Bruins prospect profile #19: Colby Cohen
Colby Cohen, D
6-2, 205
April 25, 1989
Shoots: Right
Acquired from Colorado for Matt Hunwick; November, 2010
Signing status: Signed through 2013
Talent Analysis
Physical: Excellent size with a big frame and long reach. Has a long, fluid stride and the ability to cover a lot of ground when he gets up to speed. Footwork and change of direction average. Big, booming shot- has real power and he keeps it low and on net. Needs to work on getting it off a little faster and mixing up the options a bit. The opposition seems to anticipate the big drive at times and gets into the shooting lanes. Good passer/puck-mover- has a soft touch and is able to make the crisp outlets and long lead passes with ease. Also capable of looking one way and making the back door pass in the other direction. Still working on his positional play. Not a devastating or punishing hitter, but keeps opponents honest by initiating contact and pinning guys against the boards. A willing fighter going back to his USHL days in Lincoln, but not a major staple of his game, as he lacks experience and technique.
Intangibles: Sees the ice well to advance the puck effectively in transition. Smoked the winning goal at the 2009 NCAA Frozen Four, so he has some major clutch ability and poise in him. Scouts question his defensive awareness; gets to running around in his own end and doesn't demonstrate the same kind of instinctive feel in his own end that he does when the puck is on his stick. Work ethic and consistency has been an issue going back to his draft season (06-07), when Central Scouting made note of it in their final ranking (25th) scouting report. Has big game ability, but doesn't always do the little things coaches demand.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Did not attend.
Projection
From a purely physical attributes standpoint, Cohen is a lock for the NHL. He has the size, skating, passing and shot to be an effective 4/5/6 at the highest level. However, the effort and overall feel for the game is what could hold him back, especially on a deep championship team like Boston. The former second-round pick got into three NHL games with Colorado last season before his trade, but the fact that he was dealt at such a young age in just his first full season with the team makes you wonder what prompted it. There is no denying that Cohen has a swagger about him and the supreme confidence of a player who won the 2009 NCAA national championship with a screamer of a shot in sudden death overtime. The Philadelphia-area native has all the tools to be an effective NHL defenseman, but he has to prove it to the coaching staff that his intensity and drive can match his myriad natural gifts.
Colby Cohen in action
Click here to see YouTube Cohen '09 FF overtime goal posted by beatladurham20
Quotable
“He’s a big, strong kid; right-handed shot. We’ve tracked him for a while. He’s been on our interest list.”- Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli; November 29, 2010
"When the Colorado GM called me and he’s like ‘We just traded you,’I was praying. I had a few cities in mind, but I was praying it wasn’t Edmonton and when he said Boston, I was like, ‘Wow, this couldn’t be any better!’”- Colby Cohen; November 29, 2010
“Coach (Jack) Parker and Coach (David) Quinn, the way they taught me over the last few years just made it pretty easy for me to transition in (to the AHL). Obviously I was fortunate enough to get to play a couple NHL games this season already. And I felt like what they did for me really helped me in those games.”- Cohen; November, 2010
6-2, 205
April 25, 1989
Shoots: Right
Acquired from Colorado for Matt Hunwick; November, 2010
Signing status: Signed through 2013
Talent Analysis
Physical: Excellent size with a big frame and long reach. Has a long, fluid stride and the ability to cover a lot of ground when he gets up to speed. Footwork and change of direction average. Big, booming shot- has real power and he keeps it low and on net. Needs to work on getting it off a little faster and mixing up the options a bit. The opposition seems to anticipate the big drive at times and gets into the shooting lanes. Good passer/puck-mover- has a soft touch and is able to make the crisp outlets and long lead passes with ease. Also capable of looking one way and making the back door pass in the other direction. Still working on his positional play. Not a devastating or punishing hitter, but keeps opponents honest by initiating contact and pinning guys against the boards. A willing fighter going back to his USHL days in Lincoln, but not a major staple of his game, as he lacks experience and technique.
Intangibles: Sees the ice well to advance the puck effectively in transition. Smoked the winning goal at the 2009 NCAA Frozen Four, so he has some major clutch ability and poise in him. Scouts question his defensive awareness; gets to running around in his own end and doesn't demonstrate the same kind of instinctive feel in his own end that he does when the puck is on his stick. Work ethic and consistency has been an issue going back to his draft season (06-07), when Central Scouting made note of it in their final ranking (25th) scouting report. Has big game ability, but doesn't always do the little things coaches demand.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Did not attend.
Projection
From a purely physical attributes standpoint, Cohen is a lock for the NHL. He has the size, skating, passing and shot to be an effective 4/5/6 at the highest level. However, the effort and overall feel for the game is what could hold him back, especially on a deep championship team like Boston. The former second-round pick got into three NHL games with Colorado last season before his trade, but the fact that he was dealt at such a young age in just his first full season with the team makes you wonder what prompted it. There is no denying that Cohen has a swagger about him and the supreme confidence of a player who won the 2009 NCAA national championship with a screamer of a shot in sudden death overtime. The Philadelphia-area native has all the tools to be an effective NHL defenseman, but he has to prove it to the coaching staff that his intensity and drive can match his myriad natural gifts.
Colby Cohen in action
Click here to see YouTube Cohen '09 FF overtime goal posted by beatladurham20
Quotable
“He’s a big, strong kid; right-handed shot. We’ve tracked him for a while. He’s been on our interest list.”- Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli; November 29, 2010
"When the Colorado GM called me and he’s like ‘We just traded you,’I was praying. I had a few cities in mind, but I was praying it wasn’t Edmonton and when he said Boston, I was like, ‘Wow, this couldn’t be any better!’”- Colby Cohen; November 29, 2010
“Coach (Jack) Parker and Coach (David) Quinn, the way they taught me over the last few years just made it pretty easy for me to transition in (to the AHL). Obviously I was fortunate enough to get to play a couple NHL games this season already. And I felt like what they did for me really helped me in those games.”- Cohen; November, 2010
Bruins prospect profile #18: Carter Camper
Carter Camper, C
5-9, 175
July 6, 1988
Shoots: Right
Signed as a free agent; April, 2011
Signing status: Signed through 2013
Talent Analysis
Physical: Small frame with not a great deal of room to grow or fill out- will be an undersized player who must do the little things to compensate. Not an explosive skater or exceptionally fast, but gets from point A to B effectively enough. Slippery and agile; can shake defenders with quick cuts and tight turns. Light on his feet. Outstanding passer with a good stick for making tape-to-tape feeds. Underrated shooter; gets it off quickly and can hit the open spaces with ease. Not a physical player and lack of size/strength means that he has trouble containing his man when playing in his own end. Had off-season hip surgery; may be hindered a bit in camp/the start of the season based on his recovery schedule, but expected to be on the ice to compete. Was fourth in the nation (NCAA) with 57 points and one of 10 Hobey Baker finalists as the top collegiate hockey player.
Intangibles: What Camper lacks in high-end measurables, he makes up for in top offensive hockey sense, ability to read the play and an innate feel for creating scoring chances. One of the most creative players in all of college hockey and never scored fewer than 15 goals and 41 points in any of his four seasons with Miami University. A leader- captained the Redhawks as a senior. Consistent and hard-working; understands that he has to outwork and outthink his opponents and has been productive at every single level to date. Smart, energetic player who can kill penalties despite the lack of pure wheels and speed.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Did not attend due to hip surgery.
Projection
In terms of style, Camper compares to former Bruin Marty St. Pierre, and isn't likely to seriously compete for an NHL job for another couple of years. What the Ohio native will do is provide Providence another playmaking center whose impact could be pretty immediate given what he did in his first years in the USHL and NCAA. In three late-season AHL contests, Camper scored a goal and an assist, so the potential is there for him to be a productive minor leaguer. As for where he projects in the NHL, it's hard to envision Camper as a top-two center, but he certainly could carve a niche out for himself on the lower lines and on special teams. He'll have to pay his dues in the minors, but Camper is a solid no-risk signing for Boston, who provides some insurance offensively if Zach Hamill ends up being traded before or during the season. A lot of it will depend on the kind of impact Camper makes, and the interesting thing is that Camper is actually a few months older than Hamill is, so the team is not getting younger by swapping the two out.
Carter Camper in action
Click here to see YouTube NCAA highlight vid posted by weisguy85
Quotable
"[Camper] lacks ideal size and doesn't show the first step explosion or top end gear you want to see from a smaller player. But compensates with tremendous native intelligence- his hockey IQ is off the charts. Puck seems to follow him around the rink, and he makes great decisions in puck movement with quick, decisive passes."- Red Line Report; March, 2011
“I’ve been talking to teams since the season ended. It all happened pretty quick. I’m extremely excited. It’s a dream come true to be a part of the Bruins organization.”- Carter Camper to Dayton Daily News; April 6, 2011
5-9, 175
July 6, 1988
Shoots: Right
Signed as a free agent; April, 2011
Signing status: Signed through 2013
Talent Analysis
Physical: Small frame with not a great deal of room to grow or fill out- will be an undersized player who must do the little things to compensate. Not an explosive skater or exceptionally fast, but gets from point A to B effectively enough. Slippery and agile; can shake defenders with quick cuts and tight turns. Light on his feet. Outstanding passer with a good stick for making tape-to-tape feeds. Underrated shooter; gets it off quickly and can hit the open spaces with ease. Not a physical player and lack of size/strength means that he has trouble containing his man when playing in his own end. Had off-season hip surgery; may be hindered a bit in camp/the start of the season based on his recovery schedule, but expected to be on the ice to compete. Was fourth in the nation (NCAA) with 57 points and one of 10 Hobey Baker finalists as the top collegiate hockey player.
Intangibles: What Camper lacks in high-end measurables, he makes up for in top offensive hockey sense, ability to read the play and an innate feel for creating scoring chances. One of the most creative players in all of college hockey and never scored fewer than 15 goals and 41 points in any of his four seasons with Miami University. A leader- captained the Redhawks as a senior. Consistent and hard-working; understands that he has to outwork and outthink his opponents and has been productive at every single level to date. Smart, energetic player who can kill penalties despite the lack of pure wheels and speed.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Did not attend due to hip surgery.
Projection
In terms of style, Camper compares to former Bruin Marty St. Pierre, and isn't likely to seriously compete for an NHL job for another couple of years. What the Ohio native will do is provide Providence another playmaking center whose impact could be pretty immediate given what he did in his first years in the USHL and NCAA. In three late-season AHL contests, Camper scored a goal and an assist, so the potential is there for him to be a productive minor leaguer. As for where he projects in the NHL, it's hard to envision Camper as a top-two center, but he certainly could carve a niche out for himself on the lower lines and on special teams. He'll have to pay his dues in the minors, but Camper is a solid no-risk signing for Boston, who provides some insurance offensively if Zach Hamill ends up being traded before or during the season. A lot of it will depend on the kind of impact Camper makes, and the interesting thing is that Camper is actually a few months older than Hamill is, so the team is not getting younger by swapping the two out.
Carter Camper in action
Click here to see YouTube NCAA highlight vid posted by weisguy85
Quotable
"[Camper] lacks ideal size and doesn't show the first step explosion or top end gear you want to see from a smaller player. But compensates with tremendous native intelligence- his hockey IQ is off the charts. Puck seems to follow him around the rink, and he makes great decisions in puck movement with quick, decisive passes."- Red Line Report; March, 2011
“I’ve been talking to teams since the season ended. It all happened pretty quick. I’m extremely excited. It’s a dream come true to be a part of the Bruins organization.”- Carter Camper to Dayton Daily News; April 6, 2011
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Bruins prospect profile #17: Anthony Camara
Anthony Camara, LW
6-0, 194
September 4, 1993 in Toronto, Ontario
Shoots: Left
Boston's 3rd choice, 81st overall in 2011 Draft
Signing status: Unsigned
Talent Analysis
Physical: Average height, but has a squat build and generates a lot of power through his core. Fast skater who accelerates quickly and has good top speed. Strong on his skates and uses his low center of gravity to bull his way to the net and establish body position. Not as agile or quick going backwards- could use some refinement there. Quick shot with the accuracy to pick corners and find the back of the net more than he has in junior. Aggressive shooter who will not hesitate to unload. Not much of a passer or playmaker- his best attribute going to the net and getting his shot off. Most of his assists will likely come on rebound goals. Plays bigger than his size- a tenacious, scrappy player who loves to initiate contact and get his nose dirty in the corners and in front of the net. Fights a lot and has the makings of a very good middleweight- has trouble dealing with the true heavies, but will only get better as he matures and improves his strength and technique.
Intangibles: Gritty, nasty player who does whatever his coaches ask of him. Fearless- will take on any comers. Needs to work on controlling his emotions and discipline; has to recognize the situations where he can't afford to hurt his club with bad penalties. Works hard and wants to be a player despite his limitations. Hockey sense is questionable at this point- does not show a lot of creativity and is more of a north-south banger who goes straight to the net but does not seem to have the vision or instincts to capitalize on his skill level.
2011 Boston Bruins Development Camp Assessment:
Camara (Kuh-MAIR-uh) justified some of the positive comments B2011DW heard from a few scouting sources at the draft. To be balanced, there were also more than a few who did not like the pick for Boston and saw little upside with the pugnacious winger. In Wilmington, he showed off some talent: he skated well, demonstrated a quick, rifle shot and found the back of the net on some memorable plays. Development camp isn't the best place to see the physical and fighting prowess, but Camara did make solid body contact throughout and showed the kind of tenacity in puck pursuit and by going to the net that has become his watchword in the OHL. Now, the question he'll have to answer is whether he can elevate his role and production in year three with Saginaw. If he can do that, he'll rise up Boston's prospects depth chart. If not, the fall will be a precipitous one.
Development Camp interview: Anthony Camara
Projection
The Camara pick raised some eyebrows because of how high the B's took him relative to what he had accomplished to date. In two full OHL seasons with Saginaw, the hard-nosed winger has just 14 goals to go with 228 penalty minutes in 129 games. Whispers at the draft said that the Bruins originally had him in the fourth round as far as value went, but liked him enough that they didn't want to risk having to wait until the end of the next round to get him. His upside is likely that of a third-liner, but the B's will hope for some Milan Lucic-type developmental growth and upside. Camara does not have Lucic's size, but is a better skater and has the hands with a similar temperament. It will be interesting to see if Camara can emerge from the bottom two lines in Saginaw this season and score somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 goals. Several scouts told B2011DW that he is a sleeper, and based on what we saw from him at development camp, there could be something to that projection. We have to also remember that Camara was Saginaw's first-round pick (15th overall) in the 2009 OHL draft, so the guy definitely came into major junior with some expectations. We haven't seen him justify them quite yet, but the talent is there.
Quotable:
"[[Anthony] Camara, he’s, I think a couple of these guys’ eyes were opened at the speed and strength, but he’s a robust player."- Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli , July 11, 2011
"Obviously, [Anthony] Camara scored a goal, so you like to see that from a guy who plays with a lot of bite, that he can play on both sides of it. "- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 10, 2011
"Well, I think I alluded to the fact that he scored a goal and he’s a kid that plays with a lot of bite, we know that. He’s a real, tough kid. Again, is the skill and working with Besa [Tsintsadze] necessarily where he’s going to shine to the most but you know what, he’s been working at it, he knows it, and he wants to get better at it. Then when the puck’s dropped, you realize that this kid has a skill set that is probably better than what some people think it was because of the toughness. I mean, sometimes those guys get pigeonholed and there’s no reason for Anthony to get pigeonholed at all. He showed he can play today and he’s physical and then he’s going to stick up for his teammates as well. So, I like that flavor."- Sweeney; July 10, 2011
6-0, 194
September 4, 1993 in Toronto, Ontario
Shoots: Left
Boston's 3rd choice, 81st overall in 2011 Draft
Signing status: Unsigned
Talent Analysis
Physical: Average height, but has a squat build and generates a lot of power through his core. Fast skater who accelerates quickly and has good top speed. Strong on his skates and uses his low center of gravity to bull his way to the net and establish body position. Not as agile or quick going backwards- could use some refinement there. Quick shot with the accuracy to pick corners and find the back of the net more than he has in junior. Aggressive shooter who will not hesitate to unload. Not much of a passer or playmaker- his best attribute going to the net and getting his shot off. Most of his assists will likely come on rebound goals. Plays bigger than his size- a tenacious, scrappy player who loves to initiate contact and get his nose dirty in the corners and in front of the net. Fights a lot and has the makings of a very good middleweight- has trouble dealing with the true heavies, but will only get better as he matures and improves his strength and technique.
Intangibles: Gritty, nasty player who does whatever his coaches ask of him. Fearless- will take on any comers. Needs to work on controlling his emotions and discipline; has to recognize the situations where he can't afford to hurt his club with bad penalties. Works hard and wants to be a player despite his limitations. Hockey sense is questionable at this point- does not show a lot of creativity and is more of a north-south banger who goes straight to the net but does not seem to have the vision or instincts to capitalize on his skill level.
2011 Boston Bruins Development Camp Assessment:
Camara (Kuh-MAIR-uh) justified some of the positive comments B2011DW heard from a few scouting sources at the draft. To be balanced, there were also more than a few who did not like the pick for Boston and saw little upside with the pugnacious winger. In Wilmington, he showed off some talent: he skated well, demonstrated a quick, rifle shot and found the back of the net on some memorable plays. Development camp isn't the best place to see the physical and fighting prowess, but Camara did make solid body contact throughout and showed the kind of tenacity in puck pursuit and by going to the net that has become his watchword in the OHL. Now, the question he'll have to answer is whether he can elevate his role and production in year three with Saginaw. If he can do that, he'll rise up Boston's prospects depth chart. If not, the fall will be a precipitous one.
Development Camp interview: Anthony Camara
Projection
The Camara pick raised some eyebrows because of how high the B's took him relative to what he had accomplished to date. In two full OHL seasons with Saginaw, the hard-nosed winger has just 14 goals to go with 228 penalty minutes in 129 games. Whispers at the draft said that the Bruins originally had him in the fourth round as far as value went, but liked him enough that they didn't want to risk having to wait until the end of the next round to get him. His upside is likely that of a third-liner, but the B's will hope for some Milan Lucic-type developmental growth and upside. Camara does not have Lucic's size, but is a better skater and has the hands with a similar temperament. It will be interesting to see if Camara can emerge from the bottom two lines in Saginaw this season and score somewhere in the neighborhood of 20 goals. Several scouts told B2011DW that he is a sleeper, and based on what we saw from him at development camp, there could be something to that projection. We have to also remember that Camara was Saginaw's first-round pick (15th overall) in the 2009 OHL draft, so the guy definitely came into major junior with some expectations. We haven't seen him justify them quite yet, but the talent is there.
Quotable:
"[[Anthony] Camara, he’s, I think a couple of these guys’ eyes were opened at the speed and strength, but he’s a robust player."- Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli , July 11, 2011
"Obviously, [Anthony] Camara scored a goal, so you like to see that from a guy who plays with a lot of bite, that he can play on both sides of it. "- Bruins Assistant GM Don Sweeney; July 10, 2011
"Well, I think I alluded to the fact that he scored a goal and he’s a kid that plays with a lot of bite, we know that. He’s a real, tough kid. Again, is the skill and working with Besa [Tsintsadze] necessarily where he’s going to shine to the most but you know what, he’s been working at it, he knows it, and he wants to get better at it. Then when the puck’s dropped, you realize that this kid has a skill set that is probably better than what some people think it was because of the toughness. I mean, sometimes those guys get pigeonholed and there’s no reason for Anthony to get pigeonholed at all. He showed he can play today and he’s physical and then he’s going to stick up for his teammates as well. So, I like that flavor."- Sweeney; July 10, 2011
Bruins prospect profile #16: Zach Hamill
Zach Hamill, C
5-10, 180
September 23, 1988
Shoots: Right
Boston's 1st choice, eighth overall in 2007
Signing status: Signed through 2012
Talent Analysis
Physical: Another of Boston's undersized players who has struggled to build strength and add mass since the team spent a top-10 pick on him four years ago. He's listed at 5-11, 190 in some areas, but the height and weight measurements are generous, as he's progressed slowly in terms of adding the weight and being able to keep it on over the course of a season. Average skater who lacks a quick first step and high-end speed, although he's a better skater than he gets credit for simply because of his lack of size; if he were 6-1 or 6-2, he'd get high marks for his skating. Agility and lateral movement are fine; Hamill shows very good balance and is able to shake off hits and maintain puck control. Very good passer who has the ability to feather pucks through a maze of bodies and hit teammates in stride. Deft stickhandler who slows the play down in order to set the table effectively. Can shoot the puck, but does not do so nearly enough, and that has shown in his AHL stats to date where he has tended to be a streaky finisher who scores in bunches only to go long stretches without finding the back of the net. Defensive game is coming along, but still needs work and will never be a strength of his.
Intangibles: Hamill's offensive hockey sense is first-rate, and is what got him drafted so high, when he led the WHL in scoring (albeit with just 93 points- one of the lowest totals in league history). He sees the ice better than just about any prospect in Boston's system not named Spooner and instinctively is able to sense the flow in the offensive end and make plays (both of his NHL assists to Michael Ryder are first-rate passes) His compete levels are up and down: he had a sterling reputation coming out of junior, but his intensity has at times wavered in Providence. Hamill's challenges go beyond the physical, and he's had to work at getting comfortable in the AHL. His late-season callup to Boston does speak well to his progress, but he could be the odd-man out once again this year, as the Bruins seem to have too much depth at center in terms of talent and one-way contracts for him to have a legitimate chance of breaking camp with the team barring a rash of injuries. A slow starter who has had trouble finding his comfort zone out of the gate- that makes it tough for him to earn an NHL roster spot.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Did not attend.
Projection
A year ago, we said that Hamill is clearly at a crossroads within the Bruins organization, and the same holds true in August, 2011. It would not be a surprise to see him dealt as part of a package to get him a change of scenery. He had a brief shot with the NHL club last season when Marc Savard went down with another concussion, but aside from one highlight reel assist against Montreal, didn't so much to earn the trust of the Boston coaching staff. Does not appear that he is ever going to develop into a top-six NHL center. At the same time, he can be a useful NHL forward on the third- or fourth lines, and he could crack the first two lines on a below average NHL team given his talent level. The biggest problem with Hamill as a Bruin is that the team spent a top-10 selection on him, a fact made worse when you consider that the Sharks moved up to grab NHL rookie-of-the-year finalist Logan Couture one spot later. Barring some kind of major breakthrough at camp this fall, it's hard to see Hamill displacing any of the Boston centers ahead of him, and in the middle is where he is most effective, which makes a switch to wing more of a challenge (although not out of the question as hinted at by his new Providence coach). The team can afford to hang onto him for Providence one more time, but it's hard to imagine he'd be in the organization much longer beyond that.
Quotable
"Well I think if you just, first of all, go back over the last three years obviously [Hamill's] development isn’t, he hasn’t developed as well as we all hoped. Okay, so we all know that up front. Part of that has to fall on the coaching staff and part of that has to fall on the individual."- Providence Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy; July 8, 2011
"You know now we move forward, Zach gets an opportunity to work with a new coaching staff per say. Maybe that motivates him, maybe we look at moving him around in a different position. He’s been a center iceman, not a lot of room there, sometimes maybe try him on the wing. I know it’s a little unorthodox, thinking outside the box. But maybe that gets his game to the next level, putting him with some players that can make him a better player also. But at the end of the day, when you’re your fourth year at the same organization it falls upon yourself just to push people. I think, the individual has to recognize what’s going on around him, a few people have passed him. And it’s time for him to start passing a couple of younger guys that have come in the last couple of years. And whether he’s ready to do that we’ll find out in September."- Providence Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy; July 8, 2011
"But for him, part of his process could be hey there’s twenty nine other teams, maybe if I show other people I can play then he’s still an asset to the Bruins but gets other teams to start thinking about him in their line-up, that are weaker you know up front. And that’s sort of how Zach has to approach it. I think both at a personal level that hey I’ve got to find a home somewhere else, if it’s not here but playing well. Or I’ve got to make space for myself here and they will move someone currently in the line up."- Cassidy; July 8, 2011
“I thought he was pretty poised with the puck, and he competed hard in our own end. He was pretty good; he was in the right position, I though the focus was good. Obviously, he got a helper there on that one goal and that’s what we wanted to see. We wanted to put him in some positions there where he had an opportunity to showcase his talent, and the power play was a part of it, and I thought he did well.”- Bruins head coach Claude Julien on Hamill, Washington, D.C.; April, 2010
“I was keeping it more simple, not forcing plays in the second half (of last season). Just kind of playing my game, keeping things simple and as plays opened up, I made them.”- Zach Hamill to hockeyjournal.com; April 2010
5-10, 180
September 23, 1988
Shoots: Right
Boston's 1st choice, eighth overall in 2007
Signing status: Signed through 2012
Talent Analysis
Physical: Another of Boston's undersized players who has struggled to build strength and add mass since the team spent a top-10 pick on him four years ago. He's listed at 5-11, 190 in some areas, but the height and weight measurements are generous, as he's progressed slowly in terms of adding the weight and being able to keep it on over the course of a season. Average skater who lacks a quick first step and high-end speed, although he's a better skater than he gets credit for simply because of his lack of size; if he were 6-1 or 6-2, he'd get high marks for his skating. Agility and lateral movement are fine; Hamill shows very good balance and is able to shake off hits and maintain puck control. Very good passer who has the ability to feather pucks through a maze of bodies and hit teammates in stride. Deft stickhandler who slows the play down in order to set the table effectively. Can shoot the puck, but does not do so nearly enough, and that has shown in his AHL stats to date where he has tended to be a streaky finisher who scores in bunches only to go long stretches without finding the back of the net. Defensive game is coming along, but still needs work and will never be a strength of his.
Intangibles: Hamill's offensive hockey sense is first-rate, and is what got him drafted so high, when he led the WHL in scoring (albeit with just 93 points- one of the lowest totals in league history). He sees the ice better than just about any prospect in Boston's system not named Spooner and instinctively is able to sense the flow in the offensive end and make plays (both of his NHL assists to Michael Ryder are first-rate passes) His compete levels are up and down: he had a sterling reputation coming out of junior, but his intensity has at times wavered in Providence. Hamill's challenges go beyond the physical, and he's had to work at getting comfortable in the AHL. His late-season callup to Boston does speak well to his progress, but he could be the odd-man out once again this year, as the Bruins seem to have too much depth at center in terms of talent and one-way contracts for him to have a legitimate chance of breaking camp with the team barring a rash of injuries. A slow starter who has had trouble finding his comfort zone out of the gate- that makes it tough for him to earn an NHL roster spot.
Boston Bruins 2011 Development Camp assessment
Did not attend.
Projection
A year ago, we said that Hamill is clearly at a crossroads within the Bruins organization, and the same holds true in August, 2011. It would not be a surprise to see him dealt as part of a package to get him a change of scenery. He had a brief shot with the NHL club last season when Marc Savard went down with another concussion, but aside from one highlight reel assist against Montreal, didn't so much to earn the trust of the Boston coaching staff. Does not appear that he is ever going to develop into a top-six NHL center. At the same time, he can be a useful NHL forward on the third- or fourth lines, and he could crack the first two lines on a below average NHL team given his talent level. The biggest problem with Hamill as a Bruin is that the team spent a top-10 selection on him, a fact made worse when you consider that the Sharks moved up to grab NHL rookie-of-the-year finalist Logan Couture one spot later. Barring some kind of major breakthrough at camp this fall, it's hard to see Hamill displacing any of the Boston centers ahead of him, and in the middle is where he is most effective, which makes a switch to wing more of a challenge (although not out of the question as hinted at by his new Providence coach). The team can afford to hang onto him for Providence one more time, but it's hard to imagine he'd be in the organization much longer beyond that.
Quotable
"Well I think if you just, first of all, go back over the last three years obviously [Hamill's] development isn’t, he hasn’t developed as well as we all hoped. Okay, so we all know that up front. Part of that has to fall on the coaching staff and part of that has to fall on the individual."- Providence Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy; July 8, 2011
"You know now we move forward, Zach gets an opportunity to work with a new coaching staff per say. Maybe that motivates him, maybe we look at moving him around in a different position. He’s been a center iceman, not a lot of room there, sometimes maybe try him on the wing. I know it’s a little unorthodox, thinking outside the box. But maybe that gets his game to the next level, putting him with some players that can make him a better player also. But at the end of the day, when you’re your fourth year at the same organization it falls upon yourself just to push people. I think, the individual has to recognize what’s going on around him, a few people have passed him. And it’s time for him to start passing a couple of younger guys that have come in the last couple of years. And whether he’s ready to do that we’ll find out in September."- Providence Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy; July 8, 2011
"But for him, part of his process could be hey there’s twenty nine other teams, maybe if I show other people I can play then he’s still an asset to the Bruins but gets other teams to start thinking about him in their line-up, that are weaker you know up front. And that’s sort of how Zach has to approach it. I think both at a personal level that hey I’ve got to find a home somewhere else, if it’s not here but playing well. Or I’ve got to make space for myself here and they will move someone currently in the line up."- Cassidy; July 8, 2011
“I thought he was pretty poised with the puck, and he competed hard in our own end. He was pretty good; he was in the right position, I though the focus was good. Obviously, he got a helper there on that one goal and that’s what we wanted to see. We wanted to put him in some positions there where he had an opportunity to showcase his talent, and the power play was a part of it, and I thought he did well.”- Bruins head coach Claude Julien on Hamill, Washington, D.C.; April, 2010
“I was keeping it more simple, not forcing plays in the second half (of last season). Just kind of playing my game, keeping things simple and as plays opened up, I made them.”- Zach Hamill to hockeyjournal.com; April 2010
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