Rhett Rakhshani Highly Rated by NY Islanders

From NHL.com
By Adam Kimelman

The NHL.com website has an article about the NY Islanders top prospects. DU's Rhett Rakhshani is listed as their third top forward in the article behind Kyle Okposo and Robin Figren. The article also states that Rhett will stay at DU at least one more year.

Rhett Rakhshani -- Rakhshani, a 2006 fourth-round pick (No. 100 overall), is a fearless right wing who packs plenty of speed and offensive skill onto a 5-10, 180-pound frame.

Rakhshani had 14 goals, 28 points and 52 penalty minutes in 37 games in his second season at the University of Denver.

"We're excited about Rhett," Jankowski said. "We thought he had a solid year at Denver. He has to get bigger and stronger. He plays a robust, fearless type of game, but he does bring other skills. The style of game he plays, he has to get a little stronger, add some weight and beef to his frame."

Rakhshani will play at least one more season at Denver.

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