puckhandler

A University of Michigan recruit who is a gifted skater and puckhandler.

USATODAY.com 2006

Tremendously smooth and creative puckhandler who is in the tradtional mold of creative, playmaking centermen.

USATODAY.com - NHL teams should be forward-thinking at draft time 2005

He's a tremendous puckhandler with great instincts and skills, and Red Line would not be shocked if (like Wheeler last year) some team falls in love enough to select him in the top 10.

USATODAY.com - Getting defensive with this year's NHL draft crop 2005

An above-average puckhandler, he takes advantage of his long reach.

USATODAY.com - North American prospects 2003

The Stars haven't tried to discourage him, because he has the potential to at least be in Martin Brodeur's league as a puckhandler.

USATODAY.com - Stars goalie Turco has handle on success 2003

Maintains great gap control and always squares up to the puckhandler.

USATODAY.com 2002

Cool, calm puckhandler with good offensive upside.

USATODAY.com 2002

Outstanding puckhandler with great vision and moves.

USATODAY.com 2002

Championships at the age of 16, Bouwmeester is a confident puckhandler and solid decision-maker on the ice.

USATODAY.com 2002

Terrifically skilled puckhandler with quick, soft hands and truly great vision; the most imaginative player in the draft.

USATODAY.com 2002