ERIC BREWER #2
Defense
Born: Apr 17, 1979
Vernon, BC
Height: 6' 3"
Weight: 220 lbs
Shoots: Left
New York Islanders' 2nd pick in the 1997 Entry Draft (5th Overall).
Traded to Edmonton along with Josh Green and a 2nd round draft pick in 2000 Entry Draft, June 24, 2000.
Other Accomplishments:
- Won Olympic Gold Medal Team Canada (2002)
- WHL West Second All-Star Team (1998)

 
Eric Brewer #2
 OILERS' STATS:
 REGULAR SEASON STATS [thru 4/06/03]:
 SEASON:
GP
G
A
PTS
PIM
 2000-01
77
7
14
21
53
 2001-02
81
7
18
25
45
 2002-03
80
8
21
29
45
 TOTALS:
238
22
52
74
143
 PLAYOFF STATS [thru 4/19/03]:
GP
G
A
PTS
PIM
6
1
5
6
2
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6
1
3
4
6
12
2
8
10
8
Because Brewer combines hard hitting, strong skating and offensive flair, the New York Islanders used the fifth overall pick in the 1997 Entry Draft to select him.  In 1998, Brewer jumped straight from the Prince George Cougars of the WHL to the Islanders, appearing in 63 games during his rookie season.
After being traded to the Edmonton Oilers in 2000, Brewer's offensive talents blossomed.  When he scored 25 points in 81 games for the Oilers in 2001-02, Brewer more than doubled the offensive output from his rookie season when he managed just 11 points.  The backliner became a valuable power-play asset to the Oilers in his first season there, scoring six goals.
 -- Pete Iorizzo, nhl.com
Eric in action vs. Los Angeles Kings
Scouting Report (from TSN):
Assets: Has great size and doesn't hesitate to use it. Moves very well laterally and carries a cannon for a shot from the point. Has greatly improved his decision-making.
Flaws: Has less offensive potential than once thought. Will occasionally take himself out of position to make the big hit.
Career potential: Brewer should remain a mainstay along the Oilers blueline for years to come. When at his best, he could be a complete defenseman. He'll kill penalties, play the power play and log huge minutes.