After playing 12 games in his rookie junior year as a backup, he was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 3rd round, 69th overall, in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
He was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 3rd round in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. He was playing 12 games in his rookie junior year as a backup. The 3rd round was 69th overall.