Ryan Ellis Quick Hits

Drafted from: Windsor, OHL

Born: 1-3-91 in Hamilton, ON, CAN (age 18)

Height / Weight: 5'9'' / 173 lbs.

Position: Defenseman

Shoots: Right

About: NHL Central Scouting’s Chris Edwards

"He's a really smart, heady defenseman. His puck movement is excellent and the way he moves the puck around the zone is excellent. He's a real high-end offensive guy. He's got a great shot and he gets it through to the net. A lot of guys have their shots blocked, but he's got a real knack for getting it through, and that leads to a lot of tip-in and rebound goals. He's a smaller guy, but he's not afraid of taking the body. He shows no fear of getting involved in scrums, he's not intimidated."