Grizz leader
Utah Grizzlies First-half MVP
Eric Landry A+
Montreal Canadiens prospect is enjoying another brilliant year. With 18 goals and 21 assists, he ranks among the league leaders with 39 points. His +13 is by far the team's best. He's only proven himself to be a grinder on defense.
Forwards
Jeff Bateman C Passionate player has nine points, needs to do more with chances
Eric Chouinard B Slowed by early-season injury, but as of late is finding his niche
Justin Cox C+ Feisty winger still in search of first goal, despite many breakaways
Steve Gainey B+ Consistent worker has 17 points, is third on team with +7 rating
David Gosselin D It's tough to overlook a team-low -12 rating
Barrett Heisten B- Midseason concussion has really hindered contribution
Marcus Kristoffersson C Streaky scorer needs to become more consistent
Eric Landry A Team's first-half MVP with 39 points
Jim Montgomery B Second on team with 15 goals, but what's up with -10 rating?
Gavin Morgan B+ Gritty center is second on team in penalty minutes, fifth in goals
David Oliver C Injured since Nov., but was struggling with a -8 at the time
Steve Ott C+ Dallas' top prospect has suffered through roller-coaster rookie year
Jon Sim A- Grizzlies are dangerous whenever he's on the ice. Team-high 27 assists
Defensemen
Matthieu Descoteaux B Injuries have slowed progression, but he has great potential
John Erskine A AHL's big bully enjoying outstanding year, will be missed while in Dallas
Greg Hawgood B+ His 28 points are a real asset, -6 rating needs to be better
Dan Jancevski C- Has struggled at times, must get better fast without Erskine
Alexei Komarov D+ Russian must contribute more than just a wicked powerful shot
Jeff MacMillan A- Coach Don Hay's pick as the team's most pleasant surprise
Mark Wotton B+ Grizzlies captain, as expected, contributes at both ends of the ice
Goalies
Jason Bacashihua B Rookie was brilliant early but has struggled in recent games
Corey Hirsch A- .921 save percentage is great considering how many shots he's faced