Player's Profile
- Name: Ben Blood
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 212 lbs
- Birthdate: 1989-03-15
- Eligible for Draft: 2007
- Drafted: 2007
- Hometown: Plymouth, Minnesota
- Acquired: 4th round (120th overall), 2007
- Playing In: NCAA
Ben Blood
Prospect Grade: 6.5 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2005-06: In his first season at Shattuck St. Mary’s, Blood recorded 25 points in 73 games, along with 32 penalty minutes.
2006-07: As a grade 12 student at Shattuck, Blood recorded 36 points and 144 penalty minutes in 63 games. His role increased. Blood added 10 pounds to his 6’3 frame and was easily the biggest player on the team.
Ben Blood was the Ottawa Senators last selection in the 2007 draft, 120th overall, in the 4th round.
Talent Analysis
Blood has an intriguing combination of skill and size. He is fluid and sturdy on his skates, especially considering his size. Blood’s lateral movement and quickness is somewhat lacking, but this should improve with time. Blood plays well in all three zones and is excellent on special teams. His soft hands, poise with the puck, vision, and heavy, accurate slap shot make him an excellent power play quarterback. He also possesses a quick release and precise wrist shot. Blood has excellent hand eye coordination and has the ability to unleash a wicked one-timer when setup.
In the defensive zone, Blood is a formidable presence and shuts down players by angling them to the boards. He is terrific positioning, especially in one-on-one situations and uses his size to effectively clear out traffic in front of the crease. He could play a more physically, but Blood’s game is focused on being disciplined and not hurting his team with an errant play or missed body check.
Blood is also a good communicator both on and off the ice. He possesses good leadership qualities and could be a future team leader.
Future
Although his skill is undeniable, Blood is still very raw. There are several areas of his game that need improvement before Blood makes it to the NHL. He is a long-term project. Attends North Dakota.
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Profile Last Updated: August, 26th 2009
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