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  • Name: Bryan Bickell
  • Position: LW
  • Shoots: Right
  • Height: 6-3
  • Weight: 205 lbs
  • Birthdate: 1986-03-09
  • Eligible for Draft: 2004
  • Drafted:
  • Hometown: Bowmanville, Ontario
  • Acquired: 2nd round (#41 overall), 2004
  • Playing In: Pro

Bryan Bickell

Prospect Grade: 6.0 C  (About Prospect Grades)

Profile Contributed By: HF Staff

History

Bickell signed a three-year entry-level contract in June 2006 with the Blackhawks. He had a successful career in the OHL with the Ottawa 67’s and the Windsor Spitfires. He enjoyed his best season in 2005-06 with 45 goals and 85 points, 18th in scoring in the league.

2007-08: Bickell spent the majority of the season in Rockford, where he was third on the team in goals (19) and sixth in total points (39). He also performed well in the playoffs, tallying five points in 12 games. Bickell even saw limited action in Chicago but failed to register a point with the team. He toned down his physical play to some extent but still possesses the size and strength to dominate opponents when necessary.  

Talent Analysis

Bickell has a lot of potential. He has always had the ability to take over shifts since he is a huge, strong and powerful hitter, a good skater with a heavy shot. However, his effort and interest levels have also been questionable over the years. He will need some seasoning in the AHL, but he could become a reliable player in professional hockey.

Future

Chicago is loaded with big, bruising forwards so Bickell’s chances of becoming a full-time NHL player may prove difficult in the near-term.

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Profile Last Updated: July, 26th 2008

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