RYAN
MERKLEY
#6 -
D
Status
In the minors
Ht/Wt
5’11’’,
170 lbs
Shoots
R
Experience
0
years
‘-’
Debut
Oct 30, 2021
Born
Aug 14, 2000
(24 yrs)
Oakville, Ontario
Drafted
Drafted by San Jose in 2018 (1/21).
Drafted from
Guelph (OHL)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-03-21 |
Recalled from the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).
|
| 2022-03-11 |
Assigned to the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).
|
| 2022-02-12 |
Recalled from the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).
|
| 2022-02-02 |
Assigned to the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).
|
| 2022-01-29 |
Activated from the taxi squad by the San Jose Sharks.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| OHL | Emms Family Award Rookie of the Year | 2016-17 |
| OHL | First All-Rookie Team First All-Rookie Team | 2016-17 |
News
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Rotowire
Sat, Oct 01, 2022 at 6:52 PM
Merkley was reassigned to the AHL on Saturday.
Rotowire
Sun, Mar 27, 2022 at 3:11 AM
Merkley notched an assist and two PIM in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Ducks.
Scouting Report
There are hints that the 21st player taken in the 2018 NHL Draft is turning into a reliable creator with the puck who does not hurt his team in his own zone. He can really skate, is a creative playmaker and has outstanding puck skills. His biggest issue may be his lack of size, since he is small by NHL standards. Also, he has to prove he can produce points without damaging his team defensively.
Long Range Potential: Talented offensive defenseman who must round out his game.
