New York Islanders Scouting Report: Kyle Okposo

This is a professional scouting report written by a professional scout for Kyle Okposo.

by Skylar Lewis (Member)

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July 04, 2008

NHL, NHL Atlantic, NHL Southeast, New York Islanders, Washington Capitals, Alexander Ovechkin, Rankings/List

Kyle Okposo

  • Height: 6'
  • Weight: 195lbs
  • Birthdate: 04/16/1988
  • Shoots: Right
  • Position: Right Wing
  • Hometown: St. Paul, MN

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  • Aggressiveness: 8   Kyle is not necessarily the roughest player on the ice. However, he know's how to play a very physical game in both ends of the ice. He knows that he has the size and he knows how to use his size to his advantage.
  • Defensive Awareness: 8   There's a reason that Kyle plays on the penalty kill no matter who he plays for. For a forward, this is one of the most defensive players I have ever seen. Kyle plays a very good two-way game. Any time he is on the ice, he'll always get back on defense to help out.
  • Hands: 10   This kid has lightning fast hands! I've watched him do stuff that I don't even think Alexander Ovechkin could do! If you don't believe me, just find a video of some of his plays.
  • Intelligence: 9   This is the smartest player that I have ever seen on a junior team. He always seems to get himself into the right position to receive a pass or pick up a rebound. He also can always find a way to make a good play out of anything.
  • Offensive Awareness: 9   Kyle has a very good offensive game. He plays physical to get what he wants. He's not afraid to pass the puck and definitely not afraid to shoot the puck. If he sees a play he can make, he'll make it...Even if he has to do it himself.
  • Passing: 8   Kyle has a very accurate pass...tape-to-tape every single time. His one problem is passing the puck when he should and when he needs to.
  • Shooting: 9   If you've never seen Kyle Okposo shoot a puck before, you need to do it...now! Not only is his shot deadly accurate with a lot of power behind it, but he can get his shots off from anywhere in any situation and put the puck in the net whenever he wants.
  • Skating: 8   One thing that you wouldn't expect from his size, is that Kyle has very deceptive speed. And not only does he have the speed, but he also has the balance and control on his skates.

Overall Rating: 9   B

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