BRIAN
ROLSTON
LW
Ht/Wt
6’2’’,
215 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
17
years
Debut
1994-95
Born
Feb 21, 1973
(51 yrs)
Flint, Michigan
Drafted
Drafted by New Jersey in 1991 (1/11).
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2013-04-30 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2012-02-27 |
Acquired from the New York Islanders.
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The Boston Bruins acquired winger Brian Rolston and defenseman Mike Mottau from the New York Islanders for defenseman Marc Cantin and winger Yannick Riendeau. |
| 2012-02-25 |
Placed on waivers by the New York Islanders.
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| 2011-12-29 |
Missed 5 games (concussion).
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| 2011-12-21 |
Concussion, injured reserve.
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 1994-95 (New Jersey) |
| NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2006-07 |
| CCHA | First All-Star Team First All-Star Team | 1992-93 |
| NCAA | Championship All-Tournament Team Championship All-Tournament Team | 1992-93, 1991-92 |
| NCAA | West Second All-American Team West Second All-American Team | 1992-93 |
| Olympic | Olympic Silver Medal Olympic Silver Medal | 2002 (USA) |
Scouting Report
Had impressive wheels, a booming shot he was never afraid to unleash, great hand/eye coordination and excellent penalty-killing instincts. Could also play the point on the power play and all three forward positions. Didn't have natural playmaking skills and wasn't a very physical player, despite good size. Slowed down with time and was a little high-maintenance because he didn't always play well within a certain system.
Long Range Potential: Versatile, quick forward with a big shot.
