MIKE
RICHARDS
C
Ht/Wt
5’11’’,
196 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
11
years
Debut
Oct 5, 2005
Born
Feb 11, 1985
(39 yrs)
Kenora, Ontario
Drafted
Drafted by Philadelphia in 2003 (1/24).
Drafted from
Kitchener (OHL)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2016-01-06 |
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Washington Capitals to a one-year contract.
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| 2015-06-29 |
Contract bought out by the Los Angeles Kings.
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| 2015-06-28 |
Placed on waivers by the Los Angeles Kings for the purpose of buying him out.
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| 2015-03-22 |
Recalled from the Manchester Monarchs (AHL).
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| 2015-01-27 |
Assigned to the Manchester Monarchs (AHL).
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 2013-14 (Los Angeles), 2011-12 (Los Angeles) |
| NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2007-08 |
| Memorial Cup | All-Star Team All-Star Team | 2002-03 |
| OHL | Second All-Star Team Second All-Star Team | 2004-05 |
| Olympic | Olympic Gold Medal Olympic Gold Medal | 2010 (Canada) |
Scouting Report
Had great hockey instincts, played a smart two-way game and possessed good leadership qualities. Could kill penalties exceptionally well. A true competitor, he was not very big but could still play a strong, physical game. His fiery, abrasive demeanor could wear him down over the course of the lengthy season. He occasionally crossed the line on the ice, and also had plenty of off-ice issues. His skating and offensive game declined swiftly.
Long Range Potential: Quality, two-way center and leader.
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