Eric Burger

Burger is not NHL Draft eligible until the 2024 draft.

U18: 5 Nation Tournament, November 8-14, 2022: Eric is a very dependable blueliner whose game effort and performance was consistent through all 3 of his viewings. He will be of NHL interest as he is a late 05 birthday and not eligible until 2024 but is already playing and performing at elite levels. He has very good backwards mobility, and because he trusts his skating he is not afraid to stand up at the opposing blueline and challenge to keep pucks in. If he does pull out he will defend in the face of the attack without conceding his blueline. He is poised defensively, maintains good defensive position and has head on a swivel and awareness at all times. At 5’11 he may be a bit undersized but he has time to grow and strengthen. He could benefit with just a bit more puck composure as he will tend to rush passes or make a couple questionable puck decisions when under pressure.