Columbus Blue Jackets 2013 NHL Draft Picks: Rounds Two Through Seven
By Mark Huss
DILLON HEATHERINGTON: Selected #50 in the 2nd round
Team: Swift Current Broncos
League: WHL
Position: Left Defensemen
Stats: 4 goals, 23 assists, 27 points, and 80 penalty minutes in 71 games played
Heatherington is described as a well-rounded defensemen, good skater, and knows how to use his body.
From ISS Hockey 2013 NHL Draft Guide;
"March 31, 2012; Raleigh, NC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defensemen Joni Pitkanen (25) control the puck against the New Jersey Devils at the PNC center. The Devils defeated the Hurricanes 5-0. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports A strong skater with a good gritty two-way work ethic, he seems to have learned his limitations and has developed into the kind of defender every team could want. Skill: Much improved defender with good two-way appeal and offensive upside. NHL Potential: 2nd pairing d-men who can play special teams. Style compares to: Joni Pitkanen"