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Jonathan Ericsson

Class of 2002 - 9th round (291st overall)

Drafted by the Detroit Red Wings

 

NHL Translation: Top Pairing Defenseman

NHL Comparible: Chris Pronger

 

"We have a kid named Ericsson, and I can't believe we don't dress him. I think he's going to be a stud in the league."
Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
"I think he has a chance to have a real impact in the league. He's a bona fide NHL defenseman ... He's going to be here for 15 years."
Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
"Thank goodness we have him. He's a big body, he can skate well, looks like Chris Pronger, he's a good passer. He doesn't cross-check and do that stuff but does the rest."
Mike Babcock, Head Coach, Detroit Red Wings
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