Erik Gudbranson

Born:January 7, 1992Draft:2010 Panthers #3 Overall
Hometown:Ottawa, ONPosition:Defenceman
Known For:Shoots:Right
National Team:CanadaCurrent Team:Columbus Blue Jackets

Erik Donald Stanley Gudbranson (born January 7, 1992) is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman who is currently playing under contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected third overall by the Florida Panthers in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. Gudbranson has previously played for the Panthers, Vancouver Canucks, Pittsburgh Penguins, Anaheim Ducks, Ottawa Senators, and Nashville Predators.

Erik Gudbranson Calgary Flames
Erik Gudbranson, Calgary Flames (Photo by Gerry Thomas/NHLI via Getty Images)

Erik Gudbranson Statistics

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Achievements

  • U20 WJC Most Goals by Defenseman (2011)
  • U20 WJC Silver Medal (2011)
  • CHL Top Prospects Game (2010)
  • OHL Scholastic Player of the Year (Bobby Smith Trophy) (2010)
  • OHL Second All-Rookie Team (2009)
  • U17 WHC Gold Medal (2009)
  • OEHL U16 All Star Game (2008)

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