November 14, 2025 Prince Albert 5, Seattle 4 – OT (WHL)

Jonah Siverston Prince Albert Raiders 27-Aug-08 6-3 194 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #147, CS C)
Siverston is a bigger player and is willing to use his size; spent a lot of time in the game engaged on the boards in all zones. Is able to use his strength to advance the puck down the boards. Lost a couple of carries in open ice; had a shot on goal. Should draw interest as at least a possible bottom six energy forward with upside if his offensive game develops. Getting some time on second unit power play. Currently 19-6-4-10 for the year.

Riley Boychuk Prince Albert Raiders 31-Jan-08 5-9 161 RW (2026 Eligible, CS W)
Small speedy player who is always around the puck. Plays on the first power play unit, good passer, had an assist in the game. Willing to go into the corners and behind the net to contest for possession. Can find passing lanes in traffic. Was a high pick (#2 overall) for Prince Albert in the WHL 2023 draft. Currently 19-3-16-19 for the season and will need to keep scoring to get some draft consideration. 63-14-15-29 last year at PA.

Ty Meunier Prince Albert Raiders 16-Aug-08 5-8 162 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #224, CS –)
Meunier is another small speedy player who can carry the puck well and find offensive opportunities. 2 SOG for the night. Plays on the second power play unit. Currently 18-5-6-11 after 68-14-15-29 last year.

Daxon Rudolph Prince Albert Raiders 6-Mar-08 6-1 194 RD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #18, CS A)
Rudolph is a smooth and fast skater who is very good at carrying and controlling the puck and passing. Controls well in the offensive zone and has a very hard shot; beat the goalie clean on an open point shot on the power play. Took one penalty but also drew a high sticking 4 minute penalty. Plays the point on the first power play. Uses the stick well on defense and can bat pucks down and control. Is able to rove widely in all zones and then get back into position. Talent stands out and it is easy to see why he is rated in the middle of the first round for the 2026 draft. Was second star in the game and had a goal and 4 shots. Currently 19-6-9-15 after 64-7-34-41 last year.

Matej Pekar Seattle Thunderbirds 8-Sep-07 5-10 165 LHRW (Undrafted 2025)
2 SOG for the game with one wide open chance on the power play. 18-6-13-19 for the season with 24 PIM.

Cameron Kuzma Seattle Thunderbirds 17-Jul-08 6-3 198 LC (2026 Eligible, CS W)
Quiet game; 1 SOG. 18-3-5-8 with 29 PIM for the season.

Ashton Cumby (CHI, Rd. 6, 2025) 19-Jul-05 6-5 216 LD
Had 1 assist for the game, took a penalty, and had a nice block on the penalty kill. Physical in front of own net. Not clear if he can get past the AHL or even get signed to a contract, but he does execute the physical part of the game and shows good instincts and judgement. Posting points at a much higher rate than last year. 13-1-6-7 with 27 PIM so far in Seattle.

2027 Eligibles:

Brock England Seattle Thunderbirds 22-Aug-09 5-11 161 LC (2027 Eligible)
First star of the game with 1 G and 2 A. Was a high pick for Seattle and is showing good offensive ability. 14-8-9-17 so far this year.

Ben Harvey Prince Albert Raiders 6-Aug-09 5-11 184 RW (2027 Eligible)
Harvey is not huge but sturdy and has good agility and motor. Willing to go into corners and behind net to contest for possession; shows high energy and good stamina. Had an assist and 3 shots on the game, played some center and was 3 for 8 on faceoffs. Drafted #4 overall in the 2024 WHL draft. Currently 14-3-4-7 this year.

Brock Cripps Prince Albert Raiders 23-Jul-09 5-10 160 RD (2027 Eligible)
Smaller defenseman who is quick and has good speed. Contests in front of net on defense and does well. Drafted #2 overall in the 2024 WHL draft. 14-0-7-7 this year.

November 8, 2025 Seattle 7, Vancouver 3 (WHL)

Tyus Sparks Vancouver Giants 4-Jan-08 6-0 196 RC (2026 Eligible, Wiz #148, CS C)
Sparks seems to be a well-rounded player who is thick but not tall. He has good agility, speed and puck control and is always in the play. Shows good burst on the carry in and can create chances. Willing to drive the net and got a good chance on a rush. Had a steal in the offensive zone for a chance. Had two assists in the game. With high energy and good offensive skills, this player could be drafted as a prospective contributor in the bottom six for an NHL team. Currently rated round 5 or 6, but with improvement over the season could jump up some in the 2026 draft. 18-6-9-15 this year for Vancouver, 53-11-6-17 last year.

Ryan Lin Vancouver Giants 18-Apr-08 5-11 172 RD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #8, CS A)
Lin shows fast skating with a smooth stride and it is immediately apparent why he is highly rated for the 2026 NHL draft. Plays the penalty kill and runs the point on the power play and showed good stamina tonight playing long shifts on special teams. Had a good rubout in the defensive zone. Has more emphasis on passing right now as shown in his stats; 18-3-19-22 this year, 60-5-48-53 last year. Is a smaller player and will need to add some strength while keeping his speed and agility. Would expect more goal scoring as he develops. Rated top 10 in the 2026 draft right now.

Brett Olson Vancouver Giants 24-Feb-08 6-2 190 RC (2026 Eligible, Wiz #163, CS W)
Good sized forward who is active and has a nose for the net in the offensive zone. Had several opportunities in the offensive zone, otherwise had a quiet game. Has a later round grade right now. 19-3-6-9 this year after 64-4-11-15 last year.

Matej Pekar Seattle Thunderbirds 8-Sep-07 5-10 165 LHRW (Undrafted 2025)
Game’s 2nd star with one goal and two assists. Small player and needs open ice to operate. Not currently graded for the draft after being passed over last year. 16-6-12-18 so far this year.

Cameron Kuzma Seattle Thunderbirds 17-Jul-08 6-3 198 LC (2026 Eligible, CS W)
Kuzma had a quiet game tonight. Good size and active player. Got a W grade from Central Scouting.

Marek Sklenicka Seattle Thunderbirds 27-Aug-08 6-4 170 G (2026 Eligible, Wiz #178, CS C)
Sklenicka has some potential as a late round goalie pick. Shows good form and reactions and makes good saves. Came over from Czechia this year and won the top goalie spot in Seattle. Stats show some inconsistency with a 4.06 GAA and 0.886 save percentage so far. Seattle has gotten back its NHL drafted players so that may help.

Ashton Cumby (CHI, Rd. 6, 2025)
Cumby had a goal tonight from point on a low shot, and also had a nice carry out of the defensive zone late in the game. Had 2 assists last night, 11-1-5-6 so far this year.

2027 Eligibles:
Blake Chorney Vancouver Giants 13-May-09 6-0 197 LC
15-4-3-7 Vancouver this year. Did not play in the game but was a high pick for Vancouver in the 2024 WHL entry draft.

October 31, 2025 – Seattle 5, Saskatoon 1 (WHL)

Heavy physical game where Saskatoon may have been a little tired as they are far from home, finishing a long road trip through the west.

Cooper Williams Saskatoon Blades 18-Feb-08 6-1 159 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #48, CS B)
Williams is mid-sized player who is willing to go into the corners and play in front of the net on offense, but will need to add heft as he moves to higher leagues. Is agile, reasonably fast, and skilled with the puck and able to make some quick, short plays to get the puck to an open man. Smooth skater with good change of direction. Had one assist on the night. Early second day rating right now for the 2026 draft. Will play this year and next at Saskatoon before going to North Dakota in 2027. 16-5-7-12 so far for Saskatoon this year after 68-21-36-57 last year.

Brayden Klimpke Saskatoon Blades 8-Oct-07 5-11 165 LD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #148, CS C)
Klimpke has good focus on defense, and is willing to play the physical game. Is agile with good anticipation and is able to break up plays. Had a nice keep in with a deflection in the offensive zone, and a steal and carry in to create a chance. 17-2-10-12 so far this year so there is some offensive potential there. Well-rounded game and scoring will determine 2026 draft slot.

Zach Olsen Saskatoon Blades 16-Mar-08 6-1 198 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #147, CS C)
Olsen has good size and uses it to win board battles and advance the puck. Good in the neutral zone and is able to obtain and advance the puck. Will go to the front of the net and work in the corners on offense. 17-5-6-11 so far this year after 10-11-12-23 last year in Saskatoon. Heading for Colorado College next fall.

Matej Pekar Seattle Thunderbirds 8-Sep-07 5-10 165 LHRW (Undrafted 2025)
Pekar had 1 assist and 2 shots for the game. Had another nice pass for a shot where goalie made a nice save. Took a penalty. Very dangerous when he can find open ice. Was not rated by Central Scouting in the preliminary rankings. 14-4-10-14 for Seattle this year.

Cameron Kuzma Seattle Thunderbirds 17-Jul-08 6-3 198 LC (2026 Eligible, CS W)
Kuzma had a couple of nice series in the offensive zone where he kept the puck in, controlled, and got a shot. Did not score. Was rated W by CentralScouting. Has accepted a scholarship to Lake Superior State for 2027. 14-3-5-8 this year.

Ashton Cumby (CHI, Rd. 6, 2025) had 2 secondary assists in the game for his first points this year. 8-0-2-2 with 19 PIM so far in Seattle.

2027 Eligible:

Ben Bowtell Saskatoon Blades 15-Dec-08 5-8 150 LW
Bowtell was apparently not a WHL draft pick but was a good scorer in Kelowna juniors the last few years. Is a good, fast skater but very small. Has good agility and is able to carry the puck well. Still adjusting to the WHL and was rubbed out on the boards a few times. Not sure how he is viewed for 2027 or if he is going to college, but has some raw tools and may develop into a prospect.

October 24, 2025 – Brantford 3, Sarnia 1 (OHL)

Marek Vanacker Brantford Bulldogs CHI Rd 1 2024
Vanacker plays top line with Jake O’Brien (SEA Rd. 1 2025) and Adam Benak (MIN Rd. 4 2025). The line had a slow start as Sarnia played a tight game to try to slow down a loaded Brantford team. The line got going later and had a number of good scoring chances, including several by Vanacker. Vanacker nearly scored on a wraparound chance. He controlled the puck well in the offensive zone, lost the puck after a good rush, and had the assist on the empty net goal. Pretty good all-around play in a tight, low-scoring game. Now 9-10-5-15 this season.

Parker Holmes Brantford Bulldogs CHI Rd 4 2025
Did not see that much of Holmes during the game. Not sure how much ice time he had. Had one steal and carry in, followed by a good offensive shift. 8-1-2-3 so far this season.

Caleb Malhotra Brantford Bulldogs 2-Jun-08 6-0 170 LC (2026 Eligible, Wiz #36, CSA A)
Good all-around game for this player rated highly for the 2026 draft. Had an assist on the power play, showed good passing in the offensive zone. Had a good opportunity on the rush. Able to find space in the offensive zone for scoring opportunities and passes. Got a first-round rating from Central Scouting last week. Has had a fast start with 11-5-12-17. Is average size but looks and plays a little bigger on the ice. 5/13 on faceoffs this game. New to the league after playing in the BCHL (44-8-18-26) last year; headed to Boston U in the fall of 2026.

Aiden O’Donnell Brantford Bulldogs 3-Jan-08 6-1 182 LW (2026 Eligible, CSA C)
Quiet game for this 2026 draft hopeful that got a C rating from Central Scouting. Seems to always be active and in the play. 10-3-4-7 so far this year; 58-7-10-17 last year for Brantford.

Vladimír Dravecký Brantford Bulldogs 19-Dec-07 6-0 187 RD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #49, CSA B)
Dravecky was very involved in the play all game, showed well on both offense and defense. Played penalty kill and power play, seems to always be well-positioned. Was able to carry in on the power play and operate at the point. Well positioned on defense and able to break up plays. Not a large player but energetic and always in the mix; could be a very reliable player at higher levels. 11-4-8-12 this year; 37-6-10-16 for Rogle J20 last year.

Liam Beamish Sarnia Sting 4-Jan-07 5-11 178 LC (Undrafted 2025)
Beamish was excellent on offense all game, carrying in, shooting, passing and finding scoring opportunities. Early on worked behind net to free the puck. Had a number of steals and breakups and was dangerous throughout the game, particularly in the third period as Sarnia attempted to tie the game. Had two shots but did not score. Started last year in the BCHL and then had 40-14-15-29 for Sarnia; this year 11-2-3-5. If he continues tonight’s play through the season should get some consideration for the 2026 draft. Heads to Penn State in the fall of 2026.

Alessandro DiIorio Sarnia Sting 17-May-08 6-1 176 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #19, CSA A)
DiIorio has yet to play this season for Sarnia due to an upper body injury. Skilled forward 58-11-27-38 for Sarnia last year. First round ranking for the 2026 draft.

Beckham Edwards Sarnia Sting 6-Jan-08 6-1 170 LC (2026 Eligible, Wiz #23, CSA B)
Fast and skilled forward with decent size; had several scoring opportunities on the rush including one shorthanded. Passed for a shot and followed up to get a chance. Scored 62-25-20-45 for Sarnia last year, and 11-5-7-12 so far. Scoring and all-around game will determine 2026 draft slot. Will play at Notre Dame starting in 2027.

Ryan Brown Sarnia Sting 26-Oct-07 5-11 172 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #110, CSA C)
Brown was active during the game and had one scoring chance, and made some nice passes. Is able to handle and pass on the power play. Seems to have good speed and positioning. Could fit into the mid-rounds in the 2026 draft. 11-2-6-8 this year after 68-16-25-41 last year for Sarnia.

Cameron Aucoin Sarnia Sting 20-Mar-07 6-1 190 LD (Undrafted 2025)
Aucoin is the son of former NHLer Adrian Aucoin as is his younger brother Kaden (see below). Defenseman with good size who engages along the boards and can break up plays. Showed good play on both ends, breaking up plays on defense and passing well to trigger the offense. Had an assist and drew a penalty. Played last year in the USHL with Fargo and Muskegon, but dropped through the 2025 draft. Is 11-3-3-6 this year for Sarnia and will go to Notre Dame fall of 2026.

Alexander Karmanov Brantford Titans (GOJHL) 22-Mar-08 7-0 273 LD (2026 Eligible)
Karmanov is the 7 foot tall defenseman from Moldova/Russia that some expected to play in the OHL this year, but he is playing at a lower level in the GOJHL. Has scored 7-1-3-4 for the Brantford Titans and already has 34 PIM. May play OHL next year before he heads to Penn State in 2027. This will be his draft year so it will be interesting to see if an NHL teams takes a chance on him and in what round.

2027 Eligibles:

Brenner Lammens Sarnia Sting 13-Sep-09 6-0 190 LC Did not play tonight but was Sarnia’s #4 overall pick in the 2025 OHL draft. 9-1-1-2 this year.

David Buchman Brantford Bulldogs 1-Jul-09 5-11 182 LD Also did not play, was selected by Brantford #20 overall in 2025. 5-0-1-1 this year.

Kaden Aucoin Sarnia Sting 14-Aug-09 6-2 185 RD
Kaden is the younger brother of Cameron Aucoin and is the son of former Blackhawks captain Adrian Aucoin. He was drafted by Sarnia in the second round of the 2025 OHL draft. Showed focus early in the game on defense, using his good size to break up plays and engage physically. Willing to join the rush and got a couple of opportunities. Has no points yet in 11 games this season. Plenty of time to develop for the 2027 draft. No college commitment yet.

October 18, 2025 – Niagara 4, Erie 3 (OT)

Alex Misiak Erie Otters 22-Jun-07 5-11 173 LHRW (Undrafted 2025)
Alex Misiak is the younger brother of CHI draft pick Martin Misiak; he is considerably smaller than his brother at 5-11 173 and is new to the OHL this year. He split last season between Czechia and Waterloo in the USHL where he had 28-7-11-18 before falling through the 2025 draft. Alex is mobile and moves well in the offensive zone, cutting to the net for chances and passing well. Is able to control the puck, and played both inside and outside on the wing during the power play. On rushes he has good mobility, but sometimes in this game he lost the puck and once was guided out of the middle of the ice by a bigger player. Is able to find open areas in the offensive zone to receive passes and get shots on net. Good anticipation and can disrupt some plays on defense. Played 4 games for Czechia in the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup but did not score. 11-1-3-4 so far this year. Probably needs to show good scoring and an all-around game to be drafted his second time through.

Wesley Royston Erie Otters 22-Nov-07 6-3 174 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #128) 
Royston looks big on the ice and will use his size. Took a roughing penalty in a scrum at the end of the 2nd period. Has some speed and is able to get up into rushes where he can pass or shoot. Pushed the play to get the puck deep including on the power play. Willing to shoot when he has the opportunity. Should be able to add some weight and strength as he develops. Had 63-14-13-27 for Erie las year and is 9-0-1-1 so far this year. Size should get him into the draft and scoring and overall play will determine his draft slot.

Ryan Roobroeck Niagara IceDogs 25-Sep-07 6-4 190 LC (2026 Eligible, Wiz #4)
Roobroeck has all the attributes you look for in a top ten pick; size, speed, puck control and agility. Carries well at high speed to create offensive zone chances. Showed good reach to hold puck in the zone, and is able to operate well in tight spaces. Good passer and executed a slick backhand pass for a scoring opportunity. Had a penalty for a check to the head; does not look for the big hit but plays sound defense. Could add to his physical game but is counted on as a scorer right now. Listed as a center but played LW in this game. May remind you of Roger McQueen but without any injury concerns so far. 64-41-46-87 last year in Niagara, 11-5-3-8 so far this year showing balanced scoring.

Ivan Galiyanov Niagara IceDogs 16-Oct-07 5-10 174 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #153)
Galiyanov is a speedy winger that looks for offensive chances. A willing forechecker and gets to the net for scoring chances. Able to control the puck in the offensive zone. Bumped the goalie on a rush and drew a penalty, but it was offset with a diving call. Is generally around the puck and able to break up plays and create chances. Was 68-11-10-21 for Niagara last year and 11-1-1-2 so far this year. High energy may ensure a spot in the 2026 draft.

Ben Reisnecker Niagara IceDogs 21-Feb-08 6-3 192 RD (2026 Eligible)
This is a sizable right defenseman that has come over from Czechia for his draft year. Was 31-5-21-26 last year, and 11-1-3-4 so far this year in Niagara. Plays a solid defensive game and is used on penalty kill and power play. Has a good point shot that he is eager to use and is able to get to the net. Had 1A on the night. Could get on the radar for the 2026 draft with a good season.

Alexander Hage Niagara Ice Dogs 5-Feb-08 5-8 163 RC  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #144) 
This is the younger brother of Michael Hage who was a first round pick for MTL. Alexander is new to the OHL after 37-6-5-11 last year with the Chicago Steel, and will go to Michigan in the fall of 2026. Smaller forward who had a quiet game but did show a low, hard power play shot. Good speed and usually around the puck. Will see how he does as the season goes on; currently 7-1-2-3 this year.

Braidy Wassilyn Niagara Ice Dogs 28-May-08 5-11 194 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #39)
Wassilyn is a highly ranked forward that decided to return to the OHL this year before moving to Boston U in the fall of 2026. Had 62-8-31-39 Niagara last year and has just returned and is 3-1-1-2 so far this season. Good size and agile with a hard shot. Made an excellent pass to set up the game winner in overtime. Had a breakaway early but shot was stopped. Another good year should get him into the top 2 rounds of the 2026 draft.

Vladislav Yermolenko G Niagara Ice Dogs 16-Dec-07 6-1 176 LG (2026 eligible)
Goalie import from Belarus who had a line of 30-2.32-0.916 last year for Team Belarus U18 and is 6-3.35-0.913 this year. Left a small gap on the short side for an over-the-shoulder goal and also had a deflection on his third goal allowed. Otherwise seemed calm, stayed square and showed good agility. Save 41 of 44 shots with many good saves in the third period of a close game. New to NA so not sure how he is rated for the draft.

2027 prospects:

Ryerson Edgar Niagara Ice Dogs 30-Jul-09 5-10 165 RC (2027)
Very active and showed excellent skills in passing, puck control, and scoring opportunities. Had 1G 1A on the night.

Jake Murray Erie Otters 26-Feb-09 6-2 184 LW (2027)
Had a go-ahead goal in the 3rd and was around the puck most of the night. Good size and reach.

October 11, 2025 – Spokane 2, Seattle 0 (WHL)

Matej Pekar Seattle Thunderbirds 8-Sep-07 5-10 165 LHRW (Undrafted 2025)
Pekar continued to show his offensive skill but was unable to score on the night. This was a chippy game, and there were a lot of bigger players on the ice, so there was less space for the smaller players to operate. Pekaj had several chances, but fanned on one shot and the goalie made a good save on another. Ability to operate in tight spaces will be a key point for his ability to get a 2026 draft slot. 9 points in 8 games so far this year.

Cameron Kuzma Seattle Thunderbirds 17-Jul-08 6-3 198 LC (2026 Eligible)
Kuzma is a big, solid player who is always around the action and he played well in a physical game. Twice got around the corner on the rush and got a shot on goal. Goes right on these types of rushes even though he shoots left. 8 of 17 on faceoffs for the night. 4 pts, 16 PIM in 8 games, took 1 roughing penalty in this game. Will need to score as well as playing the physical game to get consideration for a 2026 draft spot.

Mathis Preston Spokane Chiefs 21-Jul-08 5-11 168 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #7)
This is another of the small, speedy, highly skilled forwards that Spokane always seems to have. Had a few steals in this game that he carried into the offensive zone. Had 5 shots on the night using his speed to get chances in close. In 4×4, went to the net front and buried a nice pass from a teammate for a goal. Controls puck well on the power play. Bumped and lost balance a few times (not sure the ice was in great shape, there were falls and whiffs on passes and shots by several players throughout the game). Will need to add strength going forward but skills put him in top half of the 2026 first round. Plays wing and not center so could possibly drop him a little in the draft. 54-23-22-45 last year and 7-6-4-10 to start the WHL season.

Chase Harrington Spokane Chiefs 30-Oct-07 6-0 201 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #29)
Harrington is not tall but is thick and plays the physical game. Goes to the corners and the front of the net. Had several shots but did not score. Took 3 penalties; tripping, slashing, and roughing – game had a lot of physical play and scrums. Has scoring ability, 68-19-31-50 last year and 7-2-2-4 so far this year for Spokane.

Brody Gillespie Spokane Chiefs 16-Feb-08 6-1 194 C (2026 Eligible, Wiz #161)
Gillespie has good size and is aggressive in the offensive zone. Agile and can keep the puck in, will go into corners but likes to go to the net front for scoring opportunities. Could develop into a good bottom 6 player. Was only 3 of 14 on faceoffs in this game. Scoring improvement would help his draft chances; was 59-8-3-11 last year and 7-0-4-4 so far this year.

Ashton Cumby (CHI, Rd. 6, 2025) had a short stopover in Rockford but has returned to Seattle and played the last two games. His physical presence is felt on the ice, but he also is decent at carrying the puck and making smart outlet passes. Playing on both the penalty kill and the power play for Seattle. Had a nice keep in and got a shot. He will never have much speed but has pretty decent mobility. Of course was in the physical play and took a penalty but it was offsetting and didn’t cost a power play. Must play smart; he is older and figures to be in Rockford next year as he is already 20 yo. 4 shots but no points so far this year; 13 PIM in 2 games.

October 3, 2025 - Seattle 7, Kamloops 4 (WHL)

 Matej Pekar Seattle Thunderbirds 8-Sep-07 5-10 165 LHRW (Undrafted 2025)
Pekar had 2 goals and an assist, and played well as he did two weeks ago when he had 4 assists in the Tri-City game (see September 20 entry). Speedy and skilled, was dangerous all night. Lifts puck easily, picked top corner on both of his goals. Retrieved puck in corner and got it out front, setting up his first goal. Several excellent passes in the offensive zone, including a behind the back pass that was nearly an assist. Offensive skill and energy will get him draft consideration, but the question is size and if he can get the space to operate at higher levels. 7 points in 4 games this season.

Marek Sklenicka Seattle Thunderbirds 27-Aug-08 6-4 170 G (2026 Eligible)
Skleicka had a better game tonight than last week against Tri-City (see September 20 entry). Was under pressure several times and showed good concentration, had several impressive stops. Will get plenty of playing time this year and must show consistency to get into the 2026 draft. 2-1 with a 0.884 save percentage so far this year.

Cameron Kuzma Seattle Thunderbirds 17-Jul-08 6-3 198 LC (2026 Eligible)
Kuzma is a big, solid player who is always around the action. Had a goal and assist on the night, and won 10 of 15 faceoffs. 4 points in 4 games so far. Will need to score as well as playing the physical game to get consideration for a 2026 draft spot.

Nathan Behm - Kamloops Blazers 6-2 208, RW/LW Drafted 2025 Round 3 by CHI
Behm showed his offensive skill several times during the game. Had two assists, one a cross-ice pass for a tap-in on the back door, another he shot the puck off a teammate's skate. On one power play, repeatedly attacked the net and had several chances, but missed the net high a few times; on later power plays he stayed in the center and showed good distributon. Had a pass on the power play to an open teammate who hit the post. Handled and passed well in power play, 5x5, 4x4, and penalty kill. Started a rush off the initial 3rd period faceoff, and later intercepted a pass, skated in and drew a penalty. 2 assists give him 3-3-3-6 with 13 shots in 3 WHL games.

JP Hurlbert Kamloops Blazers 11-Apr-08 6-0 182 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #44)
Highly skilled winger with decent size and good speed. Had a nice end-to-end carry in 4x4, some nice passes, and nearly had a breakaway. Got possession in his own zone, shot and scored on his own rebound. Played on left side on 4x4 and power play, moved puck and shot well. Had goal and several nice passes. Only 4 of 13 on faceoffs. Skill have him ranked high for the 2026 draft; he has 10 points in 4 games so far this season. Heading to NCAA Michigan in fall of 2026. CHI scouts will see a lot of him while watching Behm, so should get a good evaluation.

Ty Bonkowski Kamloops Blazers 9-Jul-08 5-10 170 RC (2026 Eligible)
Bonkowski is not large but is very active and has good speed and agility. Always in the play and is often able to break up opposition plays as well as move the puck forward. Energy and smart play can help him and he will need to also show some scoring to get 2026 draft consideration. 3 points in 4 games so far.

Logan Edmonstone Kamloops Blazers 3-Oct-08 5-11 172 LG (2026 Eligible)
Edmonstone is more of a compact goalie and had a good game last week against Seattle. In this game he allowed 6 goals and may have lost focus on a couple of them. He is steady and square to the shooter, and even after a bit of a rough night has a 0.907 save percentage. Got some early draft interest but will need to show consistently good play to get a draft slot.

October 1, 2025 – Edmonton 4, Regina 3 (WHL)

Lukas Sawchyn Edmonton Oil Kings 27-Feb-07 5-10 174 RHLW (Undrafted 2025)
Active forward who is always in the play similar to older brother Gracyn who is now in the FLA organization. Uses speed and agility to get the puck and carry it in on offense. Excellent passer as shown by 66-15-40-55 line in Edmonton last year. Had one assist on the night. Had a breakaway on 4×4 but missed the net. Willing to go into the corners to contest the puck against larger players. Always on the move; lost the puck in the offensive zone but recovered it before it was moved out. Undrafted last year and will need to score more to get some 2026 draft consideration, and will have to add some bulk for higher leagues.

Ethan Mackenzie Edmonton Oil Kings 2-Sep-06 6-1 189 LD (Undrafted 2025)
Good sized defenseman who can make some good defensive plays. Was 54-5-27-32 Edmonton last year and dropped through the draft. Took penalties for charging, check to head, and embellishment. Has some skill carrying in the offensive zone. From this game it appears that he will need to play more under control and add some scoring to get draft consideration.

Poul Andersen Edmonton Oil Kings 1-Jun-07 6-1 186 RW (Undrafted 2025)
Winger with good size and speed who is new to the WHL after 51-29-30-59 in BCHL last year, and was not drafted. Goes to the front of the net looking for scoring chances. Heading to U. of Maine in the fall of 2026. Will need to gain playing time in Edmonton and then do weil in the NCAA to gain some interest from NHL teams.

Andrew O’Neill Edmonton Oil Kings 7-Feb-07 6-2 194 RC (Undrafted 2025)
Another player new to the WHL; had 59-5-10-15 in NTDP U18 last year, and is going to North Dakota in 2027-28. Big center who uses his size to control the puck and move it into the offensive zone. Surprised the goalie with a shot from the corner and scored. Had an opportunity close in on the power play. A big year in the WHL could help him to be noticed.

Joe Iginla Edmonton Oil Kings 13-Aug-08 5-10 174 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #79)
Son of Jarome and brother of Tij, Joe Iginla is finding his way in the WHL. Was 61-9-7-16 in Edmonton last year, and is expected to be drafted in the mid rounds in 2026. Smaller player but speedy and agile, can carry on the rush, passes well, and is willing to contest for the puck. Expect improvement all year generating interest for the 2026 draft.

Alofa Tunoa (Noa) Ta’amu Edmonton Oil Kings 28-May-08 6-2 237 LD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #162)
Tall and heavy defenseman who as expected uses the body well and looks for the big hit. However, he is agile and has decent speed for his size. Carried the puck well, and pinched on occasion. Some real upside is possible as he learns to adjust at higher levels. 43-1-5-6 Edmonton last year, currently ranked later in 2026 draft, could make a jump is constant improvement is shown.

Parker Snell Edmonton Oil Kings 21-Apr-08 6-2 176 LG (2026 Eligible, Wiz #207)
Solid and good technical goalie that stays calm and square to the shooter. Had a number of good saves as Edmonton was pressing in the 2nd period. Gave up 3 goals but all were close in and difficult to stop. New to WHL and record was 20-3.19-0.922 in U18 prep (CSSHL) last year. Steady performance could earn him a draft slot in 2026.

Julien Maze Regina Pats 7-Dec-07 5-10 170 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #177)
Slick and evasive smaller forward who is fast and able to control the puck. Had a partial breakaway and hit the crossbar on the shot. Had a goal in front on pass from behind net; passing is good also, always looking for the cross-ice pass to put the goalie out of position. Took a 10 minute misconduct for a mouth guard violation. Needs to add some bulk without losing speed and agility; offensive skills alone should convince a team to draft him in 2026. 64-12-32-44 between Everett and Regina last year, 6 points in 4 games this season.

Miroslav Holinka had to goals and looks like a good 5th round pick for TOR.
2028 eligible Maddox Schultz played a fast and skilled game, and had one assist and several chances.

September 28, 2025 – Owen Sound 5, Barrie 4 (OHL)

Joseph Salandra Barrie Colts 15-Feb-08 5-10 190 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #67)
Salandra got some notice with a nice showing (5-1-2-3) at the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup this year. He is new to the OHL after having scored over 2 points per game in US high school last year. Got an assist and played on the power play during the game; had 4 SOG. Also took a hooking penalty to stop a rush. Has a good all-around game with decent speed; his potential has him ranked in the early to mid rounds for the 2026 draft. Will need to keep showing his scoring touch during the season to find a higher draft slot.

Jaiden Newton Barrie Colts 13-Oct-07 5-11 181 LC (2026 Eligible, Wiz #173)
Newton played an aggressive offensive game and wired a hard shot over the goalie’s shoulder on the glove side for a goal. In on the forecheck all night. Not huge but plays bigger than he is. Will need to show defense and physical play over the season to ensure a spot in the 2026 draft. Goal and 3 shots, also had 7 PIM in a penalty filled game. 62-3-9-12 last year in Barrie.

Nicholas Desiderio Barrie Colts 16-Jun-08 6-1 187 LW (2026 Eligible)
Winger with good size who was very active. Had one shot but it was a low hard shot that required a good stop. Had a nice interception to start a scoring opportunity. Played some on the power play. New to OHL, good scorer in 16U AAA last year. Will need to develop quickly to get draft consideration in 2026.

Nicolas Sykora Owen Sound Attack 24-May-07 6-0 179 LW (Undrafted 2025)
Sykora is the son of Petr Sykora, who played 1017 games in the NHL. Nicolas shows a lot of offensive talent; he had a goal on a back door play, a nice end-to-end rush on the power play, and a breakaway chance and some other offensive opportunities. Goal and assist with 5 shots for the game. He has mobility and shows good elusiveness and puck handling. Very developed offensive game but is also active all over the ice and reads the play well. New to the OHL after spending last year in the USHL. Dropped through the draft last year but if he continues to play a similar game through the season, he will definitely get draft consideration for 2026. Heading to Quinnipiac in the fall of 2026.

Pierce Mbuyi Owen Sound Attack 17-Apr-08 5-11 158 LW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #56)
Very reedy but fast player who is always around the puck. Despite his size he is usually around the crease on offense and is always dangerous. Speed, agility, and reading the play have him ranked high for the 2026 draft.Had a goal and 5 PIM in the game. Had 63-29-23-52 in Owen Sound last year, is wearing an “A” this year. Heading to Penn State in the fall of 2026.

Cole Zurawski Owen Sound Attack 6-Feb-08 6-0 181 RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #133)
Good sized winger who also plays on the power play. Played in the OHL last year and came over to Owen Sound from Flint, had 61-15-16-31. Had a quiet game with 1 shot on goal, and left in the 3rd with a shoulder injury.

2027 Eligible:
Max Delisle Owen Sound Attack 6-Jul-09 6-1 184 RC
Adjusting quickly to the OHL; showed speed and had several chances on offense. Was a high pick in the OHL entry draft and will be someone to watch for 2027.

September 27, 2025 - St. John 5, Halifax 3 (QMJHL)

Shawn Carrier Halifax Mooseheads  14-Mar-07 5-10 183  LW (Undrafted 2025)
Carrier is short, thick and agile, and is good down low and around the net.  Is able to get the puck on the net in the offensive zone.  Good energy, had a power play goal early in the 2nd period to give his team the lead  Line was 59-18-26-44 at Halifax last year but was passed over in the 2025 draft.  A jump in scoring would help him in looking for a 2026 draft slot.

Liam Kilfoil Halifax Mooseheads  21-Mar-07 5-11 179 LC  (Undrafted 2025)
Kilfoil is around the puck all the time and is good at getting possession. Showed some good carry into the offensive zone, dug the puck out of the corner and had an assist; had some other nice passes too.  Active in all zones, contests for the puck in deep and along the boards.  Had 62-21-25-46 at Halifax last year, with his good energy and some more scoring could get consideration in 2026 draft.  Kilfoil was at the Detroit NHL camp and just returned, also he will play at Northeastern starting in 2027.

Oleg Kulebyakin Halifax Mooseheads  11-Jan-08 5-10 170 LHRW  (2026 eligible)
Kulebyakin is new to the QMJHL, he is not large but is very active and has a nose for the net.  Reads the play well and is dangerous on offense, had a back door goal early and several chances throughout the game.  Plays on the left on the power play, and sometimes plays as a LHRW.  Had a nice defensive breakup on a 2-on-1 rush late in the game.  Showed talent last year with 33-33-39-72 in 16U AAA.  Not ranked right now, but could jump up into the rankings for the 2026 draft.

Olivier Groulx    Saint John Sea Dogs 25-Jul-07 6-2  192  LC (Undrafted 2025)
Groulx has the size to play the physical game and is a well-rounded player.  Carries well and can make good passes; had an assist in this game and plays up high to distribute on the power play.  Was passed over in the 2025 draft after 64-17-24-41 at SJ last year.  Has shown leadership and wore an "A" last year.  If scoring and physical play stand out more, could work his way into the 2026 draft.

Olivers Murnieks  Saint John Sea Dogs  31-Jul-08 6-1 194  LC (2026 eligible, Wiz #45)
Murkieks has good size and showed speed and agility in the game.  Plays the wing on the power play.  Was able to get some chances and hit the post on one rush, stole the puck in the offensive zone and got a shot chance but it was tipped away.  Won 10 of 17 faceoffs, and was a threat in the game although not denting the score sheet.  Ranked in the second round for the 2026 draft and his raw tools show why.  52-15-20-35 for Sioux City USHL last year and played well for Latvia in international play.  5 assists in 4 game so far this year.

Dylan Rozzi  Saint John Sea Dogs  8-Mar-08 5-11 174  LW (2026 eligible. Wiz #156)
Rozzi had a goal close in and was dangerous on the power play.  Is able to carry the puck in the zone and maneuver well.  Had a shot block on defense.  Has added some weight this year and may be able to use that as the season goes on.  Had 62-14-20-34 last year in Saint John, and 4 points in 4 games so far this year.  Looks to be in the mid rounds for the 2026 draft.

William Yared  Saint John Sea Dogs  21-Jan-08 6-2 190  RC (2026 eligible)
A player with nice size and a consistent game.  Did not notice any outstanding plays, but at the end of the night had a goal and 2 assists.  Played down low on the power play and scored.  Not ranked for 2026 but with more good games like this could easily find a 2026 draft slot.

Cameron Chartrand  Saint John Sea Dogs  3-Mar-08 6-0 204 RD  (2026 eligible, Wiz #47)
Good sized, thick RD who showed well on defense tonight.  Has a good point shot that he can get through to the goal.  Seems mobile and able to move well side-to-side on defense.  Skills show why he could go fairly high in the 2026 draft.

2027 Eligibles:
Alexis Joseph Saint John Sea Dogs 16-Jun-09 6-4 201 LC  
Joseph was a #1 pick in the QMJHL entry draft.  New to the league, good size, active, had a hat trick in this game, good on the attack.  Someone to watch for 2027.

Malik L'Italien Halifax Mooseheads 10-Jun-09 6-3 187 LD
A high pick in the QMJHL draft, was very active and showed well on both offense and defense.  Had an impressive end-to-end rush for a shot, good on offense, mobile on defense.  2027 eligible.

September 25, 2025 - Windsor 4, Sudbury 0 (OHL)

Windsor mostly controlled the play but Sudbury was only down 1-0 into the 3rd before giving up some late goals.

Ethan Belchetz  Windsor Spitfires 30-Mar-08 6-5  227  LW  (2026 eligible, Wiz #5)
Belchetz is a huge winger who is expected to go in the top 10 in the 2026 draft.  What was on display tonight was his ability to skate and control the puck.  He is fast for his size and has very good agility.  He had several rushes carrying the puck in, and was also able to control possession in the offensive zone.  Retained possession through checking attempts by the defense.  Had several chances and ended up with one assist on the night.  Size and agility show out and make clear why he will be a top pick.  Will be interesting to watch as the season develops and the games get more physical.  56-17-21-38 last year in Windsor and is at a point-per-game pace early in the current season.

Jean-Christoph Lemieux  Windsor Spitfires  19-Jun-08 6-0 187 LC  (2026 eligible, Wiz #80)
Mid-sized but thick center who is willing to go into the corners and behind the net to retrieve the puck in the offensive zone.  Hit the post on one early rush and later dug out a puck in the corner and made a pass in front that resulted in a goal.  Active and has good speed. 1 assist on the night.  46-9-10-19 last year for Windsor and 4 points in 3 games so far this year.

Beksultan Makysh  Windsor Spitfires  24-May-08  5-10  157  LW  (2026 eligible)
Makysh (pronounced like ma-KEESH) is a small forward who showed impressive puck handling skills on several occasions in this game.  Able to maneuver and control the puck in tight areas in the offensive zone.  Used his speed to nearly get a breakaway.  Ended with one assist.  Not currently ranked but if he can continue to show offensive skill might move up and be picked in the 2026 draft.  Will need to add size as he moves up to higher leagues.  Over 2 ppg last year in 16U AAA and scored well in international play for Khazakstan.  4 points in 3 games so far this year.

There was some buzz around a hit that Makysh took earlier in the week from London LD Maksim Sokolovskii (various spellings).  Sokolovskii is a huge defenseman at 6-8, 225, and is eligible for the 2026 draft; apparently he looks for the big hit.  Maybe someone to watch as the season goes on.

Caden Harvey  Windsor Spitfires  13-Feb-08 6-1 181 RW  (2026 eligible, Wiz #163)
Winger with good size who will go to the net and is also a good passer.  Had a shot and 2 assists on the night.  Agile and good on the puck carry.  95 pts in 53 games in 16U AAA last year.  5 assists in 3 games so far this season.  Draft spot might depend on showing consistency through the season.  

Vladimir  Provorov Sudbury Wolves  9-Feb-08  5-11  154  LW  (2026 eligible)
Reedy center who was a big scorer in 16U AAA last year (80-37-97-134) and has an assist in 3 games this year.  Was showing a responsible defensive game as Sudbury needed to keep the game close. Stays close to the net and is well positioned on defense.  Showed some nice passing on offense.  Moving to Ohio State for the 2027-28 season so has some time to bulk up and find his offensive game.  Not ranked but if his offense begins to show then could get some consideration for the 2026 draft.

2027 Eligibles:  
John McLaughlin (C, Windsor, 5-9, 163) had two late goals and added an assist in this game, now 3 points in 3 games.  

Brayden Bennett  (C, Sudbury, 5-11, 187) has some size and had several nice carries for zone entries and some good passes.

Luca Blonda  (RD, Sudbury, 5-11, 174) played 65 games for Sudbury last year with 15 points.  


Other:
Alex Pharand Sudbury RW was not signed by CHI but was in the TOR rookie camp.

September 20, 2025 - Seattle 6, Tri-City 3 (WHL)

Matej Pekar  Seattle Thunderbirds  8-Sep-07  5-10  165  LHRW  (Undrafted 2025)
Pekar (pronounced like pay-kash) came over to Seattle last year and had 64-17-15-32; this year he has added a few pounds and in this game was aggressive in pushing the play and willing to go into the corners.  He has excellent speed and stick handling, and is very agile in carrying the puck around defenders and into the attack zone.  Had four assists on the night, a couple early due to a bad start for the Tri-City goalie.  Was very energetic all game, and was instrumental in Seattle keeping up the pressure.  Had a nice steal that turned into a shot, was very active in 4 on 4 play.  Size will continue to be a concern as he moves to higher levels, but speed, agility, and skill could earn him a 2026 draft slot after being passed over last year.  3rd star of the game.

Marek Sklenicka  Seattle Thunderbirds 27-Aug-08    6-4  170  G (2026 Eligible)
Sklenicka is new to Seattle as he was selected in the international draft this summer.  Earned the opening night start over more experienced goalies.  Sklenicka is tall and remains upright until the puck comes down low.  Somewhat rangy but is agile when going between up and down positions.  He had a number of good saves (including a couple of breakaways), especially in the second period as Tri-City was pressing.  First goal glove side over left shoulder.  Another goal came on a low shot from Vanecek that leaked through; these are tough for a tall goalie. Third goal he was crashed into by an attacker but no penalty was called and goal was allowed.  2026 eligible but not currently ranked.  He has a good base of size and skill to build on, and could merit draft consideration if he improves his focus and plays well.   Was 15-2.18-0.928 in Czechia U20 last year.

Cameron Kuzma  Seattle Thunderbirds  17-Jul-08 6-3  198    LC (2026 Eligible)
Kuzma comes to Seattle from Regina where he had 46-4-14-18 last year.  He is a sizable center and is very aggressive around the net and in the corners of the forecheck.  Assisted with Pekar on the first two Seattle goals.  Did not score the rest of the game but had constant pressure in the offensive zone all night.  Aggressive on the power play.  Won 11 of 17 faceoffs and was the game's 2nd star.

Gavin Garland    Tri-City Americans  8-Feb-06  5-9  183  RW  (Undrafted 2024, 2025)
Garland is small but plays bigger, has good speed and can get pucks to the net.  Had 4 shots on the night.  Has useful skills but will have to show scoring ability to get into higher leagues as he has been passed over in the last two drafts.  Had 54-21-21-42 in Tri-City last year.

Cruz Pavao  Tri-City Americans  24-Aug-08  5-11  194  RW (2026 Eligible, Wiz #154)
Pavao is not tall but is thick and this does not slow him down; he has the speed and puck handling skills to trigger offensive rushes.  Early in the game he beat the defenseman on a rush and drew a penalty.  Later had a fast entry with impressive puck control.  Had 2 assists in the game.  Looks as if he will score some this year, and could move to the mid rounds in the 2026 draft.  Had 63-10-15-25 in Tri-City last year.

Jakub Vanecek  Tri-City Americans  25-Feb-08  6-2  185    LD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #62)
Another big defenseman coming over this year from Czechia.  Excellent agility and puck control for a big defender.  Had a low hard shot for a goal and showed good movement in all zones.  Early on had a bit of an awkward posession in the d-zone that ended in a Seattle goal.  Improved on defense quickly as the game went on, and drew a penalty (but evened it out taking an embellishment call).  Should improve quickly while adjusting to North America.  Has all the traits to be an early pick in the 2026 draft.  Was 31-0-4-4 in Czechia U20 last year, 7-1-3-4 in international play this year.

1st star of the game was Simon Lovsin of Seattle who had 2 goais and an assist.  He was passed over in the 2025 draft after having 35 points in 64 games.  Needs to score more and is off to a good start. 

C Brock England, a 2027 eligible, had 2 late goals for Seattle also.

LD Aden Bouchard, also a 2027 eligible (not related to Evan Bouchard) was a high pick for Tri-City (WHL #3 overall) and played in the game but did not score.

September 19, 2025 - Prince George 6, Portland 1 (WHL)

Jett Lajoie  Prince George  5-Feb-07  5-11  178  RW (Undrafted 2025) 
Lajoie started fast last year but his scoring faded later as older drafted players returned to the team, had 67-14-21-35 total and went undrafted.  He has grown an inch or two and added several pounds since last year, and is now much more physical on the forecheck and around the net.  Working hard down low to get possession and pass out front, stayed around the net.  Good shot, scored two late goals in the game, several good passes in the game.  Will need to stay physical and keep up scoring through the season to be selected in the mid to late rounds of the draft.

Carson Carels  Prince George  23-Jun-08    6-2 194 LD  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #10)  
Carels showed very well on both offense and defense.  Physical on defense, had several hits and was able to transition easily to the offense.  Knows when to join the rush and had several chances in front of the net.  Effective on penalty kill and has a low hard shot that gets through on the power play.  Has also grown some last year.  Shows all the traits that have him in the top half of the first round for 2026.

Arseni Anisimov  Prince George 25-Nov-07 5-11 175 LD (2026 Eligible)  
Anisimov had 58-2-10-12 at PG last year.  He plays a competent all-around game but does not have an outstanding attribute like size or speed.  Is always in the right plce and handles well on the power play.  Picked up two assists on the night.  Good stick handling in the offensive zone, and plays a good position game on defense.  Drew a penalty when he was on the penalty kill.  Will need to score some to get consideration for a mid-to-late 2026 pick.

Will McLaughlin  Portland  10-Mar-08  6-2  175  LD (2026 Eligible, Wiz #160) 
This is a defender that has good positioning and stick use in the defensive zone.  Is in the right place and contests well in front of the net.  Drew a penalty and has a good shot that he can get through to the goal.  Good size and uses it well; was 47-3-16-29 in the AJHL last year, and had 3 assists for Canada at the Hlinka-Gretzky tournament.  Looks like a mid-round pick for 2026, could move up with some more scoring.

Jordan Duguay  Portland  16-Feb-08  5-11  175  LW  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #203) 
Duguay is not large but plays a physical game.  Took a boarding penalty early, was engaged along the boards.  Plays right wing on the power play.  Will need to show some scoring to get draft consideration.  Scored 68-11-21-32 for Portland last year.

Ondrej Stebetak  Portland  19-Jul-07  6-1  173  G  (Undrafted 2025)
Stebetak went undrafted last year after having an 0.891 save percentage (47-3.72-0.891 for Portland).  Was under fire early and often as Prince George dominated play for most of the game.  Gave up 6 goals, two early ones were screened, two were very late in the game.  Will need improvement to be considered for the 2026 draft.

September 18, 2025 - Peterborough vs. Brampton (OHL)

 Adam Novotný Peterborough 13-Nov-07 6-1 198 LW  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #8)
Has the size, speed and puck control that could land him in the top half of the first round.  Very good control on rushes but a couple of times was directed to the edges.  He is new to the league and will find ways to attack the net.  Willing in the physical game.  Plays the left side on the power play, has hard shot and good passing.  Played all over last year in Czechia (different levels and international tournaments), being in one place all year should help.

Colin Fitzgerald  Peterborough  1-Apr-08 6-2 194 RC  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #32)
Fitzgerald showed well-rounded play, good passing, and a nose for the net.  Had chances several times on rushes, picked the top corner from the left side on the power play.  Made some defensive plays as well.  1G, 1A in the game, 2nd star. Rated end of first round for the 2026 draft, could jump higher if able to score well.  Was 48-12-16-28 with 45 PIM at Peterborough last year.

Matej Stankoven  Brampton  28-Feb-08  6-0  183    LC  
Matej Stankoven is apparently a distant relative of Logan Stankoven per this article:
Stankoven Family Cheering From Slovakia

Stankoven played top 6 center tonight for Brampton.  Brampton is rebuilding this year as they have lost most of their top players, including Porter Martone.  He has decent size and good energy, plays on the power play and shows a willingness to go to the front of the net.  Drew a penalty on a rush where he got around the edge and attacked the net.  Seems to have a good all-around game, and though not ranked now, could generate some draft interest if he is able to make the NA transition and score some.  Could be a good bottom 6 energy line center with development.  Does not look like a big scorer at this point.  Was 29-15-13-28 in Slovakia U20 last year.

September 13, 2025 - Lulea vs. Malmo (SHL)

William Håkansson Lulea 8-Oct-07  6-4 207 LD  (2026 Eligible, Wiz #15)
Hakansson's size stands out and he fits the profile of the big, agile defenseman that we see more and more recently. Currently ranked mid-1st round for 2026. He is a smooth skater that makes good, accurate passes.  Played conservatively as this is only his fourth game;  was careful to stay back on defense and not jump into the rush too quickly.  Had a turnover in front of his net on a back pass that maybe he wasn't expecting.  Good change of direction, acceleration and positioning. Hard to tell much from first game but looks as if he will improve quickly, development of his offense might determine his draft slot.  Kind of resembles Radim Mrtka who went #12 to Colorado in 2025.
47-7-15-22 82 PIM in J20 last year in Sweden J20.

Casper Juustovaara (Karlsson) Lulea 25-Oct-07 5-8 168 C (2026 Eligible)
Juustovara is a smaller player but has the movement and energy that you are looking for.  Pushed forward on offense and looked to receive passes down low.  Had a shot block and was very disruptive on penalty kills, using stick to break up passes and clear the zone.  Could get some late-round consideration in 2026 if he can generate some offense.
New to the SHL this year, 50-14-24-38 in J20 last year in Sweden J20.

Isac Nilsson Malmo 10-Apr-07    6-0 176 LW (Undrafted 2025)
Was opportunistic on offense and had a couple of chances including a breakaway.  Dropped through the draft last year and would need a jump in scoring to get consideration in 2026.
New to league, 1 SHL game last year, had 43-11-19-30 in J20.