CHAD
KOLARIK
RW
Ht/Wt
5’11’’,
178 lbs
Shoots
R
Experience
2
years
Debut
Apr 5, 2010
Born
Jan 26, 1986
(39 yrs)
Abington, Pennsylvania
Drafted
Drafted by Phoenix in 2004 (7/199).
Drafted from
US National Team (U18)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-07-06 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2013-06-28 |
Signed with the Linkopings HC of the Swedish Hockey League.
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| 2013-01-24 |
Acquired from the New York Rangers.
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The New York Rangers acquired winger Benn Ferriero from the Pittsburgh Penguins for winger Chad Kolarik. |
| 2013-01-24 |
Assigned to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (AHL).
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| 2012-09-14 |
Assigned to the Connecticut Whale (AHL).
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| CCHA | First All-Star Team First All-Star Team | 2007-08 |
| NCAA | West Second All-American Team West Second All-American Team | 2007-08 |
Scouting Report
Had inner drive, a nose for the net and scoring acumen (particularly at lower levels, where he made a significant impact). Did not have ideal size for the National Hockey League game. Also, his defensive-zone coverage left a little to be desired. That may have ultimately cost him a greater opportunity at the NHL level (since he spent most of his career in Europe).
Long Range Potential: Depth forward.
