Andrew MacWilliam, D, North Dakota Fighting Sioux (WCHA)
Drafted 7th round, 188th overall, 2008
The third year Fighting Sioux defender scored his first and second career NCAA
goals this year, but failed to surpass his point career high in point
totals (eight) that he set a year ago. The 22-year-old defenseman
continued his rugged style of play this season recording a team high 75
penalty minutes. Due to the injuries on the Fighting Sioux's defense,
MacWilliam has also seen increased time on the clubs power play. While
he's been given more chances in an offensive role, his bread and butter
is his work on the penalty kill. He's been paired with
offensive-minded sophomore Nick Mattson
(CHI) all season which has proven to be a good complimentary pairing.
MacWilliam has continued to work on his foot speed, but it still
remains an area of weakness going forward. He projects as a tough,
depth defenseman with leadership qualities. He's likely to spend his
final year at North Dakota.
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