Post by LeafEmployee on Sept 9, 2006 7:43:30 GMT -5
Alex Biega, D
5th Round, 147th Overall
5’10 191 lbs., Salisbury (United States High School)
The Sabres found themselves a tough, offensive-minded defenseman who can fly with their fifth-round selection. A Montreal native attending Salisbury Prep, Biega has some of the best wheels in his draft class. He loves to dangle from end-to-end, leading the offensive attack with good vision, passing skills, and smarts. His top-notch foot speed also allows for a quick and easy recovery. Completing his arsenal is a heavy, right-handed cannon from the point.
As his vitals suggest, Biega has a very stocky frame. The RSL Lions (Midget AAA) product has an aggressive, competitive spirit about him, and doesn’t shy away from taking physical risks in his own end. His qualities make him very difficult to go around one-on-one. In fact, Salisbury coach Dan Donato claims that Biega hasn’t been beaten in two years worth of games and practices.
His senior season at Salisbury saw him net 27 points on 10 goals, and an astonishing +45 rating. He was the team captain and earned MVP honors by leading the Crimson Knights to the New England Prep Championship. A vocal leader on the ice, Biega spread that asset across campus as he was also the Vice President of his class.
Biega had an opportunity to play in Saint John of the QMJHL with fellow Sabres draftee Schutz, but felt that the NCAA was better for him in terms of developmental time. Being a talented student as well, the blazing rearguard will enroll in Harvard this fall to play under Head Coach Ted Donato.
5th Round, 147th Overall
5’10 191 lbs., Salisbury (United States High School)
The Sabres found themselves a tough, offensive-minded defenseman who can fly with their fifth-round selection. A Montreal native attending Salisbury Prep, Biega has some of the best wheels in his draft class. He loves to dangle from end-to-end, leading the offensive attack with good vision, passing skills, and smarts. His top-notch foot speed also allows for a quick and easy recovery. Completing his arsenal is a heavy, right-handed cannon from the point.
As his vitals suggest, Biega has a very stocky frame. The RSL Lions (Midget AAA) product has an aggressive, competitive spirit about him, and doesn’t shy away from taking physical risks in his own end. His qualities make him very difficult to go around one-on-one. In fact, Salisbury coach Dan Donato claims that Biega hasn’t been beaten in two years worth of games and practices.
His senior season at Salisbury saw him net 27 points on 10 goals, and an astonishing +45 rating. He was the team captain and earned MVP honors by leading the Crimson Knights to the New England Prep Championship. A vocal leader on the ice, Biega spread that asset across campus as he was also the Vice President of his class.
Biega had an opportunity to play in Saint John of the QMJHL with fellow Sabres draftee Schutz, but felt that the NCAA was better for him in terms of developmental time. Being a talented student as well, the blazing rearguard will enroll in Harvard this fall to play under Head Coach Ted Donato.