Cam Atkinson
| Cam Atkinson | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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Atkinson with the Columbus Blue Jackets in December 2014 | |||
| Born |
June 5, 1989 Riverside, Connecticut, U.S. | ||
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) | ||
| Weight | 182 lb (83 kg; 13 st 0 lb) | ||
| Position | Right wing | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for |
Columbus Blue Jackets Philadelphia Flyers Tampa Bay Lightning | ||
| National team | United States | ||
| NHL draft |
157th overall, 2008 Columbus Blue Jackets | ||
| Playing career | 2011–2025 | ||
Cameron Thomas Atkinson (born June 5, 1989) is an American former professional ice hockey right winger who played thirteen seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Columbus Blue Jackets, Philadelphia Flyers, and Tampa Bay Lightning. Atkinson was selected by the Blue Jackets in the sixth round, 157th overall, of the 2008 NHL entry draft.
Although smaller than most forwards in the NHL, he was known during his career for his great speed, slick agility, soft hands, and excellent shooting skills.