Talent Analysis

Hamilton can play the shutdown, checking role against the opposition’s best offensive lines while taking the important face-offs for his team and can have good success offensively in the role. The physical playmaking centerman showed more maturity, character and improved on his offensive skills. He will need to add more muscle mass and strength to play his physical style of game at the professional level for the Sharks. Hamilton projects quite easily as a top-six forward for the Sharks in the NHL.


Future

Hamilton will probably start his professional career with the San Jose organization at the AHL level in Worcester next season. He will need to adjust to speed and skill of professional game but the Sharks will not likely rush his development.