Stamkos was the first overall pick in the 2006 OHL Entry Draft, from theMarkham Waxers of the OMHA. Playing with the Sarnia Sting of the Ontario Hockey League, he scored 100 goals in just two years. After a successful OHL career, Stamkos was selected 1st overall in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning, following the team's heavy promotion of him via their Seen Stamkos? website.
Stamkos had a breakout season in 2009–10, being near the NHL lead in goal scoring for most of the season. Stamkos ended the season with 51 goals, tied for most in the NHL with Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Stamkos is the third youngest player to achieve this accomplishment, with only Wayne Gretzky and Jimmy Carson scoring 50 at a younger age. Stamkos had 51 goals in the 2009-2010 season, which is 5 more than he had points in the 2008-2009 season.
STAMKOS HIGHLIGHTS :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BJNbAutLig
INFORMATION TAKEN FROM WIKIPEDIA.COM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Stamkos
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