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RW. Nino Niederreiter (Islanders)

Age: 18
Date of birth: September 08, 1992
Place of birth: Chur, Switzerland
Ht: 6-2 Wt: 201
Shoots: L
Salary: $2,825,000
NHL Seasons: 0-R
Drafted by NY Islanders in 2010 (1/5).

2010-2011 SEASON STATS:

2010-11  New York Islanders*         NHL     9    1    1    2    8
2010-11  Portland Winterhawks        WHL    51   38   26   64   67
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THN SCOUTING REPORT:

ASSETS: Boasts good size, great scoring prowess and a flair for the dramatic in his game. Can play on either side of center.

FLAWS: Needs to continue to work on playing a consistent brand of hockey, especially when he isn't in attack mode.

CAREER POTENTIAL: Potential scoring star on the wing. ------------------------------------------------------------------ ---------------- FAVORITE THINGS: NHL Team: Chicago Blackhawks NHL Player: Ilya Kovalchuk and Vincent Lecavalier Shootout move: “Every time is different, but I like forehand and backhand” Goal celebration: “Just put the hands in the air” Video Game: NHL ‘10 Movie: Cool Runnings, I Can Do Bad All by Myself TV Show: Jerry Springer Cartoon: Hey Arnold Website: facebook.com, youtube.com Pump-up song: “Elements of Live” by DJ Tiesto Restaurant: Moxies Activity away from the rink: Bowling and hanging out with friends Breakfast food: Toast and Nutella Superhero: Roger Federer ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PATTYB ANALYSIS: I am a big fan of Nino and I will save my analysis on him for my Islanders Prospect Season Review.