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Get to Know a Maple Leaf: Jake Gardiner

Height: 6-2 | Weight: 200 | Born: July 4, 1990

Birthplace: Minnetonka, MN, USA | Drafted: 17th, 2008 (Anaheim)

  • Assets: Is a quality asset in the offensive zone. Skates well due to an effortless stride. Has offensive ability, likes to join the attack and can quarterback a power play. Owns a projectable 6-2 frame.
  • Flaws: Makes a lot of bad mistakes with the puck, so he must clean things up defensively. Must also become a little more assertive in his decision-making, as well as keep his intensity level on high.