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Canuck Player Autopsy: Alex Edler

Related Topics: Alexander Edler, Pekka Rinne, Edler

Another injury ended Alex Edler's season and with it really marked the end of any thought of playoffs. And with his injury the transition to youth continued and thoughts about next's year defensive core dance in our heads.

Who is this guy?

Alexander Ulf Niklas Edler. Nicknames include Eddie…dammit Edler…c’mon Edler

Position: Defense

Shoots: Left

Height: 6'3''

Weight: 215 lbs

Born: April 21st, 1986 in Osterlund, Sweden, home of the famous Moose Garden. No wonder Alex loves Canada.

Drafted 91st overall in the 2004 draft by the Canucks, 167 picks ahead of Pekka Rinne.