About Stephen Weiss
Stephen Weiss (born April 3, 1983) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who most recently played for the Detroit Red Wings, as well as the Florida Panthers, who drafted him fourth overall in the 2001 NHL entry draft. Weiss held the Panthers franchise records for games played and led the franchise in assists when he retired. == Early life == Weiss was born on April 3, 1983, in Toronto, Ontario, to parents Karl and Linda. Growing up, he was a fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings. As Weiss' uncle Steve Spott was friends with National Hockey League player Adam Graves, he also grew up idolizing the forward. == Playing career == === Plymouth Whalers === Weiss played his major junior career with the Plymouth Whalers of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), recording statistics that impressed scouts and made him one of the highest-ranked skaters in the North American Central Scouting Report. In his rookie season, Weiss recorded 66 points, impressive enough for placement on the OHL First All-Rookie Team. Weiss continued to post eye-popping numbers in his sophomore season by recording 87 points and earning a top-five position among North American skaters. As a result of his junior accolades, Weiss was drafted fourth overall by the Florida Panthers in the 2001 NHL entry draft. He returned to the Whalers in 2001–02, and although his point totals decreased from the previous year, he posted a respectable 70 points.
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