Big Latvian defenseman who moves the puck with smart passes and plays physical around the net. A defensive defenseman who is steady, solid and reliable. Plays a simple game, rarely activates offensively and concentrates on winning battles down low in his end. Powerful and strong on his skates, and tough to knock off the puck as he can control pucks and make plays by holding off checkers. Makes life difficult for attacking forwards around the net.
–Bill Płaczek–
