Jacob Truscott Scouting Reports

Avg TOI ranges from (18:00 - 22:00) at the college level. Offense is on the rise.
Being used in all situations. Distributor, more than shooter, on the power-play / but opponents have to be aware of him finding back door seam. He reads the play well in the offensive zone. Skating is sound. His puck play, overall, is much more reliable this season. Far less turnovers / better game management. An area defender who isn't punishing. Uses his legs to jump to pucks and take away space for opponents. A relatively light '2-way' / Transitional 'D' who can provide secondary offense. Defending will need to go to another level for NHL game.

His game has improved year over year ... resulting with more TOI and being deployed in all situations for Michigan in the NCAA.
Everything about his game looks more confident
Skating is sound. Puck play more reliable.
He is an area defender who relies on getting places ahead of opponents.
Brings very little physically. A motion player

His role increased in December when players were away at World Junior Camps
Displayed solid vision and distribution on the PP during that time
See the ice pretty well. Outlets are mostly accurate.
Can direct pucks to the net but leans distributor overall
Defending will need to continue to improve
Struggles handling weight and containing opponents
Added strength and continued work on his agility will assist

Projects to be a capable 2-way defender who can move pucks and thinks the game responsibly.
Nothing elite jumps off the page
Moves well. Thinks fine. Not loud in any one category.
Will need to add more strength and weight to his frame to defend at the pro level.
Provides secondary offense at the college level but more than likely a low risk player at the pro level.