After selecting Chase De Leo two spots earlier, the Jets put the final piece of the Ponikarovsky trade to use and select Nelson Nogier, a defenceman from the Saskatoon Blades.
Nogier was injured during the second half of the year, but is a top pairing defender when healthy. He is incredibly smart and wants to know his Corsi (s/t to SaskHabs).
His stats:
From Future Considerations:
Nogier is a big shutdown defenseman who is physical in his own end and key in close/tight situations. He covers a lot of ice with his mobility and poise doesn't seem to be an issue. (August 2013)
