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Cam Atkinson

Born:June 5, 1989Draft:2008 Blue Jackets, #157 Overall
Hometown:Riverside, CT, USAPosition:RW
Known For:Shoots:Right
National Team:USACurrent Team:Tampa Bay Lightning

Cameron Thomas Atkinson (born June 5, 1989) is an American professional ice hockey player playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning of the National Hockey League (NHL). Atkinson was selected by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the sixth round, 157th overall, of the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.

Although smaller than most forwards in the NHL, he is known for his great speed, soft hands and excellent shooting skills.

Cam Atkinson Philadelphia Flyers
Cam Atkinson, Philadelphia Flyers (Amy Irvin / The Hockey Writers)

Cam Atkinson Statistics

Trade Tracker

DateTraded FromTraded ToTraded For
July 24, 2021Columbus Blue JacketsPhiladelphia FlyersJakub Voracek

Deeper Dive

Achievements

  • 2009-10 NCAA (Championship) Winner
  • 2009-10 NCAA (Hockey East) Champion
  • 2009-10 NCAA (Hockey East) Second All-Star Team
  • 2009-10 NCAA (New England) Most Improved Player (Hines Award)
  • 2010-11 NCAA (East) First All-American Team
  • 2010-11 NCAA (Hockey East) Champion
  • 2010-11 NCAA (Hockey East) First All-Star Team
  • 2010-11 NCAA (Hockey East) Tournament MVP
  • 2010-11 NCAA Top Collegiate Player (Hobey Baker Award) Finalist
  • 2011-12 AHL All-Star Game
  • 2017-18 World Championship Bronze Medal
  • 2018-19 NHL All-Star Game

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