2007 Born for the 2023 Draft

[Jordan Malette]

Are they not televising the final tonight?

It's on CHL TV: CHL TV

 

[OMG67]

i cant say on niagara but most of the top 10/15 players outside of schafer will not report. wier will but im not sure hes considered a top 15 player.

the other questions couldnt say yet, its still early, i dont think obrien and addy are playing games but i could be wrong.

katzin is also heavily considering school and that sounds ligit.

niagara will continue to have this issue until a true gm is hired

As far as I am aware, the #5 pick cannot be declared defected. It is a Comp pick and it cannot be comped two straight seasons. I think the #2 pick can be declared defected. They’d then be able to trade the player, gain the assets and get the #5 pick again next year. I am not sure if there are additional restrictions for back to back drafts for the non-Comp picks. What I mean by this is I think they can declare their #2 pick defected but I am not 100% sure.

There is no sense for Niagara to continue to operate if players won’t report and they end up picking players they would have gotten if they were division winners. You cannot handcuff yourself like that year over year. It is one thing to roll the dice on yourself as the GM in year one, get a strong sense of the level of responsibility and hire accordingly. It is completely another to be so tone deaf that you shoot yourself in the skull in year two.

 

[Generalsupdates]

As far as I am aware, the #5 pick cannot be declared defected. It is a Comp pick and it cannot be comped two straight seasons. I think the #2 pick can be declared defected. They’d then be able to trade the player, gain the assets and get the #5 pick again next year. I am not sure if there are additional restrictions for back to back drafts for the non-Comp picks. What I mean by this is I think they can declare their #2 pick defected but I am not 100% sure.

You can't have defected picks 2 years in a row. So neither of them can be

 

[OMG67]

You can't have defected picks 2 years in a row. So neither of them can be

Thanks. That’s what I wasn’t sure of. I thought that was the case but I thought maybe it only applied to the Comp Pick.

So, Niagara is sorta pooched. They need commitments pre-draft.

 

[BigDevs93]

1) Brady Martin
2) Matthew Schaefer
3) Ryan Roobroeck
4) William Moore
5) Tyler Hopkins
6) Owen Griffin
7) Jake O'Brien
8) Carson Cameron
9) Chase Hull
10) Cameron Reid

Not a mock, just best player available

 

[GermanSpitfire]

OHL Cup is over. Jr. Canadiens take it 3-0. I guess their 53-0-4 record last season wasn’t a fluke, eh?

Anyway - I said I’d post my draft rankings tomorrow but I decided to finish it tonight instead. I only did a top-60, I’m sorry.

I also only did some write ups for the top-22 on my list. I would really only do a top-20 but with the 2 compensatory picks in the first round, I decided to do more work haha.

I didn’t include Lev Katzin on this ranking, although looking back on it I should have Since I included Moore. Anyway, he would have been 13th on my list if I did include him, if you’re interested.

I only included one American on the list because of his expressed interest of coming to the OHL. I did a ranking or two earlier in the year with most Americans included if you want to view that you can.

Here are some of the more notable Americans Eligible for this years OHL draft:

LJ Mooney
Asher Barrett
Charton Trethewey
Cole McKinney
Cooper Dennis
William Horcoff
Jack Murtaugh
Evan Jardine
Nicolas Kosiba
Blake Arrowsmith
Gavin Lock
Jesse Orlowsky
Matthew Grimes
Joey Slavick
Bjorn Boras
Drew Schock
Nicolas Whitehead* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment
Richard Gallant* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment

One thing I’d like to note is how my 2023 OHL draft ranking is probably the most viewed OHL ranking on the internet. I created it in on Elite Prospects in November and it has accumulated 45,000 clicks lmao. If you have searched up a 2023 OHL draft ranking, you have probably seen mine at some point.

Here it is if you’re interested:

2023 OHL Draft Ranking - Elite Prospects

User submitted ranking at Eliteprospects.com - 2023 OHL Draft Ranking

www.eliteprospects.com

I’ll name this my “final“ ranking although, it likely and isn’t my final ranking. I’ll still be watching film on a lot of these players over the next several months and further developing opinions on these kids.

Hope you all enjoy.

1	Matthew Schaefer (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA	It was a difficult decision to decide who to put #1 on my list. For most of the year I thought Roobroeck was all but guaranteed to go first. Schaefer comes out #1 in my final ranking however. He is as complete of a defender as you’re going to find at this age. He has most everything you want in a modern day defender, skating is elite, has great offensive and defensive instincts, he has the ability to control the game from the blueline and he is a great kid.
2	William Moore (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	There has been points in the year where I have come away disappointed in his game. But in the end, I think that was a pre-conceived bias because I was unreasonable with my expectations after his exceptional status application. That’s on me, not Moore. I included him on this list because his inclusion to the NTDP hasn’t been formally announced yet, but I fully expect him to accept the invite to play on the team. Moore plays a very responsible two-way game. He is able to anticipate plays very well and is able intercept passes frequently because of it. He has very good vision and is quite the good playmaker, he frequently makes very difficult passes look easy. Also has a shot that I feel doesn’t get enough credit.
3	Brady Martin (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA	A kid that has been highly regarded for a while now but we really didn’t know how well he stacked up to the completion until his hat-trick against the GTHL champions Toronto Marlboros. He is an elite skater who moves very well laterally and in a straight line. He competes hard for every puck and isn’t afraid of being physical. His hockey IQ is very high, he has great vision and has a great shot. All and all probably the highest offensive upside out of all the forwards in this class. He is going to be a fantastic OHLer
4	Ryan Roobroeck (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	At one point in the year I thought it was a sure thing. But doubts started to creep in at the Canada Winter Games where I felt he wasn’t as dominant as he should have been. He was a passenger for much of that tournament and didn’t create much himself. These problems only showed them self more in the OHL cup. Roobroeck has a fantastic frame and with his brother standing at 6’7” - Ryan still has time left to grow. He is quite the fast skater, he can blow past defenders with speed regularly and is able to get up to speed quite quick. However he doesn’t have much lateral mobility, he tends to skate in a straight line and if he gets pushed too far to the outside, will just throw the puck across the ice hoping for a one timer. He does have great vision when he slows his game down and has a very dangerous shot with a quick release. A lot of question marks to his game but as a whole he is still one of the best players in this years class.
5	Tyler Hopkins (F)	Hamilton Kilty B's	Responsible kid that plays the game the right way. Hopkins is a very smart player; He anticipates plays very well in the offensive zone. He seems to always be in good positions to set himself up for scoring opportunities. He is also a very good skater, one of the best in the class, he is easily able to gain separation from back checkers and defenders at times have a difficult time of keeping him in front of them. Because of it he is one of the best transitional players in the class. He isn’t afraid of cutting to the middle of the ice, or to the net either - Kid has zero fear, it is something I love about his game.
6	Owen Griffin (F)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA	Fantastic skater that is great in the offensive zone. He is a very deceptive forward that is able to make everyone in the building think he is doing one thing, only to do something completely different, catching everyone off guard as to what had happened - testament to his high hockey IQ. He has great puck skills that are able to keep up with his brain and feet, something that can be difficult for a lot of prospects to pull off. He likes to play the game fast but is also able to slow it down and make more calculated decisions with the puck. Off puck game needs work like most kids his age but he is a very entertaining kid to watch.
7	Luca Romano (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Romano is one of my personal favourites for this class. He is such a consistent player that is able to impact the game in all 3 zones. He has been excellent through transition in most every one of my viewings this year. He is so calm and collected through every stage of the game, everything is methodical and calculated. He is a fantastic skater, able to maneuver the ice in any which way. He can use it to attack the middle of the ice or beat a defender wide. He really keeps you guessing. He positions himself very well on the ice for scoring opportunities and is quite good in front of the net in general.
8	Jack Nesbitt (F)	Lambton Jr. Sting U16 AAA	Big body centreman that is very good at controlling and maintaining possession of the puck because of his size and body positioning. Nesbitt is a good skater for his size and isn’t afraid of heading to the front of the net where he is simply dominate at this age because of his physical gifts.
9	Caden Taylor (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Polarizing player. On one hand, Taylor is one of the more gifted offensive players in this draft class. He possesses a laser of a shot, fantastic vision and good hockey IQ. On the other hand, he is one of the laziest off-puck players you’ll ever see at this level. Skating also isn’t the greatest.
10	Henry Brzustewicz (D)	North Jersey Avalanche 16U AAA	The only American I have on this list, since he is the only one confirmed to be exploring OHL opportunities. Similar player to his brother, moves the puck well, has great vision from the blueline and is a good skater. Two-way game needs some work but he has great potential at this level.
11	Carson Cameron (D)	Central Ontario Wolves U16 AAA	At 15, already possesses good size, doesn’t really use it to his advantage, yet. Very fluid skater, good at changing directions, and stopping on a dime. Possesses good vision in the offensive end, is able to make some astute passes and is good at facilitating an offence. Also has a very good shot that he uses to great effect because of how good he is as getting the puck to the net. Has a quick release. Because of his mobility - he is able to get back on defence quick, even after a pinch. Would like him to be more physical against attackers, and has potential to be a very good shutdown defender in the future but still needs word in this area. Very promising kid.
12	Matheas Stark (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	Very smart kid, he is able to read and anticipate plays very well in both the offensive and defensive end. Great hockeh IQ, Skates well, has a good shot, plays a 200’ game. However I question how well he is able to create scoring chances on his own. Definitely something I’m interested to see once he reaches the OHL.
13	Jake O'Brien (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	High energy kid. Buzz saw. He is consistently moving his feet and trying to create scoring opportunities because of it. Really talented offensive player, vision is great and is able to make some real astute plays with the puck at times. Great skater, and can be an all around player. There is a reason he is wearing the ‘C’
14	William McFadden (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA	Great offensive player who is able to drive his teams offence. He is a great skater who uses his 4 way mobility well through transition and into the offensive zone. He has speed to burn and is quite elusive with the puck. Great vision on this kid, who often looks off shots to make a pass to one of his teammates. He may not be the biggest kid in the world but he is going to be a great player in the OHL.
15	Quinn Beauchesne (D)	Nepean Raiders U18 AAA	Your modern day defender that uses mobility, stick work and offensive prowess to at times take control of games. Quinn is great a facilitating a break out and is very good at being a 4th forward through transition. He can control a power play and isn’t afraid to jump into the play. He can be a very dangerous player at times in the offensive zone. High upside kidZ
16	Jack Ivankovic (G)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Clear cut best goalie in this class. Poised goalie with ice in his veins. He was phenomenal for Ontario in the gold medal game at the Canada winter games. He is active in his crease and is a very athletic kid that tracks the puck well. Big game goalie.
17	Aiden Young (F)	Strathroy Rockets	Elusive skater that isn’t afraid of the middle of the ice. Young is a smart player that is very effective in the role he plays.He plays the game with a lot of heart and is always giving it his all. One of the bigger risers this year for me.
18	Carter Kostuch (F)	Markham Royals	A kid that really had a coming out party to at the OHL cup. Plays the game with pace and is very good at creating offence through transition. Good size and is able to create offence for himself with his vision and great shot creation skills. Very impressive OHL cup showing.
19	Shamar Moses (F)	Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA	Kid that plays the game with a lot of heart. He really gets into the game and wants to see his team win. He loves to battle in front of the net where he uses his size well to win body positioning to bang in rebounds and cause commotion. Good vision with great playmaking skills also. At times gets overzealous in the offensive zone.
20	Kieran Riley (D)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA	good sized defender that moves really well. He isn’t afraid to join the rush and help his team create offence. He is going to be a problem at the next level if he is able to learn how to properly defend against the rush and use physicality to his advantage.
21	Luka Graziano (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Very good skater - excellent North to south acceleration and speed. Looked real good in transition. Was able to make a seamless retrieval, and transition the puck up the ice for a zone entry on multiple occasions. Scored a goal that was taken away due to a delayed penalty, but he was able to walk up from the right point and placed the puck just between the goalies pad and glove for a goal. Was able to move the puck with ease and would usually make a great pass when facilitating the offence from the point. Impressive effort, kid to watch.
22	Ethan Weir (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	Bit of a disappointing year for Weir who I believe at one point was contemplating whether to apply for ES or not. I still think he is one of the more talented kids in the class, but there hasn’t been enough improvement over last year in my opinion. He is a very dangerous offensive player with a great shot and impressive puck skills. He can be a confident player but at times I find he can make one too many passes, over complicating a scoring chance. All in all a talented kid who could be more successful in the OHL.
23	Aidan Lane (F)	St. Michael's Buzzers
24	Nolan Jackson (D)	Barrie Colts U18 AAA
25	Brendan Gerber (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
26	Cameron Reid (D)	Bishop Kearney Selects 15U AAA
27	Callum Mainville (F)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA
28	Parker Snelgrove (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA
29	Casey Bridgewater (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
30	Chase Yanni (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
31	Drew McLennan (D)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
32	Jayden Connors (D)	Georgetown Raiders
33	Vasily Serov (F)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
34	Jacob Cloutier (F)	Pittsburgh Penguins Elite 15U
35	Chase Hull (F)	Renfrew Wolves U18 AAA
36	Xander Velliaris (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
37	Luke Dragusica (D)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
38	Rylan Singh (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
39	Ethan Czata (F)	Mississauga Rebels U16 AAA
40	Nicolas Addy (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
41	Ryan Brown (F)	Aurora Tigers
42	Michael Lavigne (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
43	Dryden Allen (D)	Southern Tier Admirals U16 AAA
44	Evan Malkhassian (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens
45	Isaac Oldenhof (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
46	Sebastian Dell'Elce (D)	St. Andrew's College
47	Tanner Lam (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
48	Joshua Avery (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA
49	Brady Smith (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
50	Lucas Manikis (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
51	Carson Harmer (F)	Huron Perth Lakers U16 AAA
52	Jeremy Martin (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
53	Evan Elliott (F)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
54	Adrian Manzo (D)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
55	Sam Ratcliffe (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
56	Matthew Manza (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
57	Johnathan Cirone (F)	Barrie Colts U16 AAA
58	Briir Long (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
59	Wesley Royston (F)	Aurora Tigers
60	Peter Legostaev (F)	Smiths Falls Bears U18 AAA

 

[waitin425]

OHL Cup is over. Jr. Canadiens take it 3-0. I guess their 53-0-4 record last season wasn’t a fluke, eh?

Anyway - I said I’d post my draft rankings tomorrow but I decided to finish it tonight instead. I only did a top-60, I’m sorry.

I also only did some write ups for the top-22 on my list. I would really only do a top-20 but with the 2 compensatory picks in the first round, I decided to do more work haha.

I didn’t include Lev Katzin on this ranking, although looking back on it I should have Since I included Moore. Anyway, he would have been 13th on my list if I did include him, if you’re interested.

I only included one American on the list because of his expressed interest of coming to the OHL. I did a ranking or two earlier in the year with most Americans included if you want to view that you can.

Here are some of the more notable Americans Eligible for this years OHL draft:

LJ Mooney
Asher Barrett
Charton Trethewey
Cole McKinney
Cooper Dennis
William Horcoff
Jack Murtaugh
Evan Jardine
Nicolas Kosiba
Blake Arrowsmith
Gavin Lock
Jesse Orlowsky
Matthew Grimes
Joey Slavick
Bjorn Boras
Drew Schock
Nicolas Whitehead* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment
Richard Gallant* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment

One thing I’d like to note is how my 2023 OHL draft ranking is probably the most viewed OHL ranking on the internet. I created it in on Elite Prospects in November and it has accumulated 45,000 clicks lmao. If you have searched up a 2023 OHL draft ranking, you have probably seen mine at some point.

Here it is if you’re interested:

2023 OHL Draft Ranking - Elite Prospects

User submitted ranking at Eliteprospects.com - 2023 OHL Draft Ranking

www.eliteprospects.com

I’ll name this my “final“ ranking although, it likely and isn’t my final ranking. I’ll still be watching film on a lot of these players over the next several months and further developing opinions on these kids.

Hope you all enjoy.

1	Matthew Schaefer (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA	It was a difficult decision to decide who to put #1 on my list. For most of the year I thought Roobroeck was all but guaranteed to go first. Schaefer comes out #1 in my final ranking however. He is as complete of a defender as you’re going to find at this age. He has most everything you want in a modern day defender, skating is elite, has great offensive and defensive instincts, he has the ability to control the game from the blueline and he is a great kid.
2	William Moore (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	There has been points in the year where I have come away disappointed in his game. But in the end, I think that was a pre-conceived bias because I was unreasonable with my expectations after his exceptional status application. That’s on me, not Moore. I included him on this list because his inclusion to the NTDP hasn’t been formally announced yet, but I fully expect him to accept the invite to play on the team. Moore plays a very responsible two-way game. He is able to anticipate plays very well and is able intercept passes frequently because of it. He has very good vision and is quite the good playmaker, he frequently makes very difficult passes look easy. Also has a shot that I feel doesn’t get enough credit.
3	Brady Martin (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA	A kid that has been highly regarded for a while now but we really didn’t know how well he stacked up to the completion until his hat-trick against the GTHL champions Toronto Marlboros. He is an elite skater who moves very well laterally and in a straight line. He competes hard for every puck and isn’t afraid of being physical. His hockey IQ is very high, he has great vision and has a great shot. All and all probably the highest offensive upside out of all the forwards in this class. He is going to be a fantastic OHLer
4	Ryan Roobroeck (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	At one point in the year I thought it was a sure thing. But doubts started to creep in at the Canada Winter Games where I felt he wasn’t as dominant as he should have been. He was a passenger for much of that tournament and didn’t create much himself. These problems only showed them self more in the OHL cup. Roobroeck has a fantastic frame and with his brother standing at 6’7” - Ryan still has time left to grow. He is quite the fast skater, he can blow past defenders with speed regularly and is able to get up to speed quite quick. However he doesn’t have much lateral mobility, he tends to skate in a straight line and if he gets pushed too far to the outside, will just throw the puck across the ice hoping for a one timer. He does have great vision when he slows his game down and has a very dangerous shot with a quick release. A lot of question marks to his game but as a whole he is still one of the best players in this years class.
5	Tyler Hopkins (F)	Hamilton Kilty B's	Responsible kid that plays the game the right way. Hopkins is a very smart player; He anticipates plays very well in the offensive zone. He seems to always be in good positions to set himself up for scoring opportunities. He is also a very good skater, one of the best in the class, he is easily able to gain separation from back checkers and defenders at times have a difficult time of keeping him in front of them. Because of it he is one of the best transitional players in the class. He isn’t afraid of cutting to the middle of the ice, or to the net either - Kid has zero fear, it is something I love about his game.
6	Owen Griffin (F)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA	Fantastic skater that is great in the offensive zone. He is a very deceptive forward that is able to make everyone in the building think he is doing one thing, only to do something completely different, catching everyone off guard as to what had happened - testament to his high hockey IQ. He has great puck skills that are able to keep up with his brain and feet, something that can be difficult for a lot of prospects to pull off. He likes to play the game fast but is also able to slow it down and make more calculated decisions with the puck. Off puck game needs work like most kids his age but he is a very entertaining kid to watch.
7	Luca Romano (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Romano is one of my personal favourites for this class. He is such a consistent player that is able to impact the game in all 3 zones. He has been excellent through transition in most every one of my viewings this year. He is so calm and collected through every stage of the game, everything is methodical and calculated. He is a fantastic skater, able to maneuver the ice in any which way. He can use it to attack the middle of the ice or beat a defender wide. He really keeps you guessing. He positions himself very well on the ice for scoring opportunities and is quite good in front of the net in general.
8	Jack Nesbitt (F)	Lambton Jr. Sting U16 AAA	Big body centreman that is very good at controlling and maintaining possession of the puck because of his size and body positioning. Nesbitt is a good skater for his size and isn’t afraid of heading to the front of the net where he is simply dominate at this age because of his physical gifts.
9	Caden Taylor (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Polarizing player. On one hand, Taylor is one of the more gifted offensive players in this draft class. He possesses a laser of a shot, fantastic vision and good hockey IQ. On the other hand, he is one of the laziest off-puck players you’ll ever see at this level. Skating also isn’t the greatest.
10	Henry Brzustewicz (D)	North Jersey Avalanche 16U AAA	The only American I have on this list, since he is the only one confirmed to be exploring OHL opportunities. Similar player to his brother, moves the puck well, has great vision from the blueline and is a good skater. Two-way game needs some work but he has great potential at this level.
11	Carson Cameron (D)	Central Ontario Wolves U16 AAA	At 15, already possesses good size, doesn’t really use it to his advantage, yet. Very fluid skater, good at changing directions, and stopping on a dime. Possesses good vision in the offensive end, is able to make some astute passes and is good at facilitating an offence. Also has a very good shot that he uses to great effect because of how good he is as getting the puck to the net. Has a quick release. Because of his mobility - he is able to get back on defence quick, even after a pinch. Would like him to be more physical against attackers, and has potential to be a very good shutdown defender in the future but still needs word in this area. Very promising kid.
12	Matheas Stark (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	Very smart kid, he is able to read and anticipate plays very well in both the offensive and defensive end. Great hockeh IQ, Skates well, has a good shot, plays a 200’ game. However I question how well he is able to create scoring chances on his own. Definitely something I’m interested to see once he reaches the OHL.
13	Jake O'Brien (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	High energy kid. Buzz saw. He is consistently moving his feet and trying to create scoring opportunities because of it. Really talented offensive player, vision is great and is able to make some real astute plays with the puck at times. Great skater, and can be an all around player. There is a reason he is wearing the ‘C’
14	William McFadden (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA	Great offensive player who is able to drive his teams offence. He is a great skater who uses his 4 way mobility well through transition and into the offensive zone. He has speed to burn and is quite elusive with the puck. Great vision on this kid, who often looks off shots to make a pass to one of his teammates. He may not be the biggest kid in the world but he is going to be a great player in the OHL.
15	Quinn Beauchesne (D)	Nepean Raiders U18 AAA	Your modern day defender that uses mobility, stick work and offensive prowess to at times take control of games. Quinn is great a facilitating a break out and is very good at being a 4th forward through transition. He can control a power play and isn’t afraid to jump into the play. He can be a very dangerous player at times in the offensive zone. High upside kidZ
16	Jack Ivankovic (G)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Clear cut best goalie in this class. Poised goalie with ice in his veins. He was phenomenal for Ontario in the gold medal game at the Canada winter games. He is active in his crease and is a very athletic kid that tracks the puck well. Big game goalie.
17	Aiden Young (F)	Strathroy Rockets	Elusive skater that isn’t afraid of the middle of the ice. Young is a smart player that is very effective in the role he plays.He plays the game with a lot of heart and is always giving it his all. One of the bigger risers this year for me.
18	Carter Kostuch (F)	Markham Royals	A kid that really had a coming out party to at the OHL cup. Plays the game with pace and is very good at creating offence through transition. Good size and is able to create offence for himself with his vision and great shot creation skills. Very impressive OHL cup showing.
19	Shamar Moses (F)	Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA	Kid that plays the game with a lot of heart. He really gets into the game and wants to see his team win. He loves to battle in front of the net where he uses his size well to win body positioning to bang in rebounds and cause commotion. Good vision with great playmaking skills also. At times gets overzealous in the offensive zone.
20	Kieran Riley (D)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA	good sized defender that moves really well. He isn’t afraid to join the rush and help his team create offence. He is going to be a problem at the next level if he is able to learn how to properly defend against the rush and use physicality to his advantage.
21	Luka Graziano (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Very good skater - excellent North to south acceleration and speed. Looked real good in transition. Was able to make a seamless retrieval, and transition the puck up the ice for a zone entry on multiple occasions. Scored a goal that was taken away due to a delayed penalty, but he was able to walk up from the right point and placed the puck just between the goalies pad and glove for a goal. Was able to move the puck with ease and would usually make a great pass when facilitating the offence from the point. Impressive effort, kid to watch.
22	Ethan Weir (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	Bit of a disappointing year for Weir who I believe at one point was contemplating whether to apply for ES or not. I still think he is one of the more talented kids in the class, but there hasn’t been enough improvement over last year in my opinion. He is a very dangerous offensive player with a great shot and impressive puck skills. He can be a confident player but at times I find he can make one too many passes, over complicating a scoring chance. All in all a talented kid who could be more successful in the OHL.
23	Aidan Lane (F)	St. Michael's Buzzers
24	Nolan Jackson (D)	Barrie Colts U18 AAA
25	Brendan Gerber (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
26	Cameron Reid (D)	Bishop Kearney Selects 15U AAA
27	Callum Mainville (F)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA
28	Parker Snelgrove (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA
29	Casey Bridgewater (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
30	Chase Yanni (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
31	Drew McLennan (D)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
32	Jayden Connors (D)	Georgetown Raiders
33	Vasily Serov (F)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
34	Jacob Cloutier (F)	Pittsburgh Penguins Elite 15U
35	Chase Hull (F)	Renfrew Wolves U18 AAA
36	Xander Velliaris (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
37	Luke Dragusica (D)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
38	Rylan Singh (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
39	Ethan Czata (F)	Mississauga Rebels U16 AAA
40	Nicolas Addy (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
41	Ryan Brown (F)	Aurora Tigers
42	Michael Lavigne (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
43	Dryden Allen (D)	Southern Tier Admirals U16 AAA
44	Evan Malkhassian (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens
45	Isaac Oldenhof (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
46	Sebastian Dell'Elce (D)	St. Andrew's College
47	Tanner Lam (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
48	Joshua Avery (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA
49	Brady Smith (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
50	Lucas Manikis (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
51	Carson Harmer (F)	Huron Perth Lakers U16 AAA
52	Jeremy Martin (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
53	Evan Elliott (F)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
54	Adrian Manzo (D)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
55	Sam Ratcliffe (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
56	Matthew Manza (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
57	Johnathan Cirone (F)	Barrie Colts U16 AAA
58	Briir Long (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
59	Wesley Royston (F)	Aurora Tigers
60	Peter Legostaev (F)	Smiths Falls Bears U18 AAA

Great post and work German! Surprised to see one tournament dropped Roobroeck that much, but I guess his hold on #1 was tenuous at best.

 

[rve24]

OHL Cup is over. Jr. Canadiens take it 3-0. I guess their 53-0-4 record last season wasn’t a fluke, eh?

Anyway - I said I’d post my draft rankings tomorrow but I decided to finish it tonight instead. I only did a top-60, I’m sorry.

I also only did some write ups for the top-22 on my list. I would really only do a top-20 but with the 2 compensatory picks in the first round, I decided to do more work haha.

I didn’t include Lev Katzin on this ranking, although looking back on it I should have Since I included Moore. Anyway, he would have been 13th on my list if I did include him, if you’re interested.

I only included one American on the list because of his expressed interest of coming to the OHL. I did a ranking or two earlier in the year with most Americans included if you want to view that you can.

Here are some of the more notable Americans Eligible for this years OHL draft:

LJ Mooney
Asher Barrett
Charton Trethewey
Cole McKinney
Cooper Dennis
William Horcoff
Jack Murtaugh
Evan Jardine
Nicolas Kosiba
Blake Arrowsmith
Gavin Lock
Jesse Orlowsky
Matthew Grimes
Joey Slavick
Bjorn Boras
Drew Schock
Nicolas Whitehead* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment
Richard Gallant* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment

One thing I’d like to note is how my 2023 OHL draft ranking is probably the most viewed OHL ranking on the internet. I created it in on Elite Prospects in November and it has accumulated 45,000 clicks lmao. If you have searched up a 2023 OHL draft ranking, you have probably seen mine at some point.

Here it is if you’re interested:

2023 OHL Draft Ranking - Elite Prospects

User submitted ranking at Eliteprospects.com - 2023 OHL Draft Ranking

www.eliteprospects.com

I’ll name this my “final“ ranking although, it likely and isn’t my final ranking. I’ll still be watching film on a lot of these players over the next several months and further developing opinions on these kids.

Hope you all enjoy.

1	Matthew Schaefer (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA	It was a difficult decision to decide who to put #1 on my list. For most of the year I thought Roobroeck was all but guaranteed to go first. Schaefer comes out #1 in my final ranking however. He is as complete of a defender as you’re going to find at this age. He has most everything you want in a modern day defender, skating is elite, has great offensive and defensive instincts, he has the ability to control the game from the blueline and he is a great kid.
2	William Moore (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	There has been points in the year where I have come away disappointed in his game. But in the end, I think that was a pre-conceived bias because I was unreasonable with my expectations after his exceptional status application. That’s on me, not Moore. I included him on this list because his inclusion to the NTDP hasn’t been formally announced yet, but I fully expect him to accept the invite to play on the team. Moore plays a very responsible two-way game. He is able to anticipate plays very well and is able intercept passes frequently because of it. He has very good vision and is quite the good playmaker, he frequently makes very difficult passes look easy. Also has a shot that I feel doesn’t get enough credit.
3	Brady Martin (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA	A kid that has been highly regarded for a while now but we really didn’t know how well he stacked up to the completion until his hat-trick against the GTHL champions Toronto Marlboros. He is an elite skater who moves very well laterally and in a straight line. He competes hard for every puck and isn’t afraid of being physical. His hockey IQ is very high, he has great vision and has a great shot. All and all probably the highest offensive upside out of all the forwards in this class. He is going to be a fantastic OHLer
4	Ryan Roobroeck (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	At one point in the year I thought it was a sure thing. But doubts started to creep in at the Canada Winter Games where I felt he wasn’t as dominant as he should have been. He was a passenger for much of that tournament and didn’t create much himself. These problems only showed them self more in the OHL cup. Roobroeck has a fantastic frame and with his brother standing at 6’7” - Ryan still has time left to grow. He is quite the fast skater, he can blow past defenders with speed regularly and is able to get up to speed quite quick. However he doesn’t have much lateral mobility, he tends to skate in a straight line and if he gets pushed too far to the outside, will just throw the puck across the ice hoping for a one timer. He does have great vision when he slows his game down and has a very dangerous shot with a quick release. A lot of question marks to his game but as a whole he is still one of the best players in this years class.
5	Tyler Hopkins (F)	Hamilton Kilty B's	Responsible kid that plays the game the right way. Hopkins is a very smart player; He anticipates plays very well in the offensive zone. He seems to always be in good positions to set himself up for scoring opportunities. He is also a very good skater, one of the best in the class, he is easily able to gain separation from back checkers and defenders at times have a difficult time of keeping him in front of them. Because of it he is one of the best transitional players in the class. He isn’t afraid of cutting to the middle of the ice, or to the net either - Kid has zero fear, it is something I love about his game.
6	Owen Griffin (F)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA	Fantastic skater that is great in the offensive zone. He is a very deceptive forward that is able to make everyone in the building think he is doing one thing, only to do something completely different, catching everyone off guard as to what had happened - testament to his high hockey IQ. He has great puck skills that are able to keep up with his brain and feet, something that can be difficult for a lot of prospects to pull off. He likes to play the game fast but is also able to slow it down and make more calculated decisions with the puck. Off puck game needs work like most kids his age but he is a very entertaining kid to watch.
7	Luca Romano (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Romano is one of my personal favourites for this class. He is such a consistent player that is able to impact the game in all 3 zones. He has been excellent through transition in most every one of my viewings this year. He is so calm and collected through every stage of the game, everything is methodical and calculated. He is a fantastic skater, able to maneuver the ice in any which way. He can use it to attack the middle of the ice or beat a defender wide. He really keeps you guessing. He positions himself very well on the ice for scoring opportunities and is quite good in front of the net in general.
8	Jack Nesbitt (F)	Lambton Jr. Sting U16 AAA	Big body centreman that is very good at controlling and maintaining possession of the puck because of his size and body positioning. Nesbitt is a good skater for his size and isn’t afraid of heading to the front of the net where he is simply dominate at this age because of his physical gifts.
9	Caden Taylor (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Polarizing player. On one hand, Taylor is one of the more gifted offensive players in this draft class. He possesses a laser of a shot, fantastic vision and good hockey IQ. On the other hand, he is one of the laziest off-puck players you’ll ever see at this level. Skating also isn’t the greatest.
10	Henry Brzustewicz (D)	North Jersey Avalanche 16U AAA	The only American I have on this list, since he is the only one confirmed to be exploring OHL opportunities. Similar player to his brother, moves the puck well, has great vision from the blueline and is a good skater. Two-way game needs some work but he has great potential at this level.
11	Carson Cameron (D)	Central Ontario Wolves U16 AAA	At 15, already possesses good size, doesn’t really use it to his advantage, yet. Very fluid skater, good at changing directions, and stopping on a dime. Possesses good vision in the offensive end, is able to make some astute passes and is good at facilitating an offence. Also has a very good shot that he uses to great effect because of how good he is as getting the puck to the net. Has a quick release. Because of his mobility - he is able to get back on defence quick, even after a pinch. Would like him to be more physical against attackers, and has potential to be a very good shutdown defender in the future but still needs word in this area. Very promising kid.
12	Matheas Stark (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	Very smart kid, he is able to read and anticipate plays very well in both the offensive and defensive end. Great hockeh IQ, Skates well, has a good shot, plays a 200’ game. However I question how well he is able to create scoring chances on his own. Definitely something I’m interested to see once he reaches the OHL.
13	Jake O'Brien (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	High energy kid. Buzz saw. He is consistently moving his feet and trying to create scoring opportunities because of it. Really talented offensive player, vision is great and is able to make some real astute plays with the puck at times. Great skater, and can be an all around player. There is a reason he is wearing the ‘C’
14	William McFadden (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA	Great offensive player who is able to drive his teams offence. He is a great skater who uses his 4 way mobility well through transition and into the offensive zone. He has speed to burn and is quite elusive with the puck. Great vision on this kid, who often looks off shots to make a pass to one of his teammates. He may not be the biggest kid in the world but he is going to be a great player in the OHL.
15	Quinn Beauchesne (D)	Nepean Raiders U18 AAA	Your modern day defender that uses mobility, stick work and offensive prowess to at times take control of games. Quinn is great a facilitating a break out and is very good at being a 4th forward through transition. He can control a power play and isn’t afraid to jump into the play. He can be a very dangerous player at times in the offensive zone. High upside kidZ
16	Jack Ivankovic (G)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Clear cut best goalie in this class. Poised goalie with ice in his veins. He was phenomenal for Ontario in the gold medal game at the Canada winter games. He is active in his crease and is a very athletic kid that tracks the puck well. Big game goalie.
17	Aiden Young (F)	Strathroy Rockets	Elusive skater that isn’t afraid of the middle of the ice. Young is a smart player that is very effective in the role he plays.He plays the game with a lot of heart and is always giving it his all. One of the bigger risers this year for me.
18	Carter Kostuch (F)	Markham Royals	A kid that really had a coming out party to at the OHL cup. Plays the game with pace and is very good at creating offence through transition. Good size and is able to create offence for himself with his vision and great shot creation skills. Very impressive OHL cup showing.
19	Shamar Moses (F)	Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA	Kid that plays the game with a lot of heart. He really gets into the game and wants to see his team win. He loves to battle in front of the net where he uses his size well to win body positioning to bang in rebounds and cause commotion. Good vision with great playmaking skills also. At times gets overzealous in the offensive zone.
20	Kieran Riley (D)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA	good sized defender that moves really well. He isn’t afraid to join the rush and help his team create offence. He is going to be a problem at the next level if he is able to learn how to properly defend against the rush and use physicality to his advantage.
21	Luka Graziano (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Very good skater - excellent North to south acceleration and speed. Looked real good in transition. Was able to make a seamless retrieval, and transition the puck up the ice for a zone entry on multiple occasions. Scored a goal that was taken away due to a delayed penalty, but he was able to walk up from the right point and placed the puck just between the goalies pad and glove for a goal. Was able to move the puck with ease and would usually make a great pass when facilitating the offence from the point. Impressive effort, kid to watch.
22	Ethan Weir (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	Bit of a disappointing year for Weir who I believe at one point was contemplating whether to apply for ES or not. I still think he is one of the more talented kids in the class, but there hasn’t been enough improvement over last year in my opinion. He is a very dangerous offensive player with a great shot and impressive puck skills. He can be a confident player but at times I find he can make one too many passes, over complicating a scoring chance. All in all a talented kid who could be more successful in the OHL.
23	Aidan Lane (F)	St. Michael's Buzzers
24	Nolan Jackson (D)	Barrie Colts U18 AAA
25	Brendan Gerber (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
26	Cameron Reid (D)	Bishop Kearney Selects 15U AAA
27	Callum Mainville (F)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA
28	Parker Snelgrove (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA
29	Casey Bridgewater (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
30	Chase Yanni (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
31	Drew McLennan (D)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
32	Jayden Connors (D)	Georgetown Raiders
33	Vasily Serov (F)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
34	Jacob Cloutier (F)	Pittsburgh Penguins Elite 15U
35	Chase Hull (F)	Renfrew Wolves U18 AAA
36	Xander Velliaris (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
37	Luke Dragusica (D)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
38	Rylan Singh (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
39	Ethan Czata (F)	Mississauga Rebels U16 AAA
40	Nicolas Addy (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
41	Ryan Brown (F)	Aurora Tigers
42	Michael Lavigne (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
43	Dryden Allen (D)	Southern Tier Admirals U16 AAA
44	Evan Malkhassian (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens
45	Isaac Oldenhof (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
46	Sebastian Dell'Elce (D)	St. Andrew's College
47	Tanner Lam (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
48	Joshua Avery (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA
49	Brady Smith (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
50	Lucas Manikis (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
51	Carson Harmer (F)	Huron Perth Lakers U16 AAA
52	Jeremy Martin (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
53	Evan Elliott (F)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
54	Adrian Manzo (D)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
55	Sam Ratcliffe (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
56	Matthew Manza (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
57	Johnathan Cirone (F)	Barrie Colts U16 AAA
58	Briir Long (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
59	Wesley Royston (F)	Aurora Tigers
60	Peter Legostaev (F)	Smiths Falls Bears U18 AAA

Thank you for sharing. Much appreciated.

 

[OHL4Life]

Curious if there are any question marks for Erie. Historically they have had issues with commitments and now they have been bottom of the league for a while. I haven’t heard anything yet but rumors don’t usually start swirling until closer to the draft. But if Erie has a few guys at the top also telling them no, this draft gets super interesting. I can’t imagine Erie takes someone 1st overall unless they 100% commit. They are much more likely to reach on someone than take a kid who is on the fence

dont see an issue, but who knows

So did Rehkopf….Virgilio……

this one is legit, rehkopf wasnt a school guy and with virgilio i think the scholarship was at jeopardy so he went with the sure thing.

 

[Section5Petes]

OHL Cup is over. Jr. Canadiens take it 3-0. I guess their 53-0-4 record last season wasn’t a fluke, eh?

Anyway - I said I’d post my draft rankings tomorrow but I decided to finish it tonight instead. I only did a top-60, I’m sorry.

I also only did some write ups for the top-22 on my list. I would really only do a top-20 but with the 2 compensatory picks in the first round, I decided to do more work haha.

I didn’t include Lev Katzin on this ranking, although looking back on it I should have Since I included Moore. Anyway, he would have been 13th on my list if I did include him, if you’re interested.

I only included one American on the list because of his expressed interest of coming to the OHL. I did a ranking or two earlier in the year with most Americans included if you want to view that you can.

Here are some of the more notable Americans Eligible for this years OHL draft:

LJ Mooney
Asher Barrett
Charton Trethewey
Cole McKinney
Cooper Dennis
William Horcoff
Jack Murtaugh
Evan Jardine
Nicolas Kosiba
Blake Arrowsmith
Gavin Lock
Jesse Orlowsky
Matthew Grimes
Joey Slavick
Bjorn Boras
Drew Schock
Nicolas Whitehead* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment
Richard Gallant* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment

One thing I’d like to note is how my 2023 OHL draft ranking is probably the most viewed OHL ranking on the internet. I created it in on Elite Prospects in November and it has accumulated 45,000 clicks lmao. If you have searched up a 2023 OHL draft ranking, you have probably seen mine at some point.

Here it is if you’re interested:

2023 OHL Draft Ranking - Elite Prospects

User submitted ranking at Eliteprospects.com - 2023 OHL Draft Ranking

www.eliteprospects.com

I’ll name this my “final“ ranking although, it likely and isn’t my final ranking. I’ll still be watching film on a lot of these players over the next several months and further developing opinions on these kids.

Hope you all enjoy.

1	Matthew Schaefer (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA	It was a difficult decision to decide who to put #1 on my list. For most of the year I thought Roobroeck was all but guaranteed to go first. Schaefer comes out #1 in my final ranking however. He is as complete of a defender as you’re going to find at this age. He has most everything you want in a modern day defender, skating is elite, has great offensive and defensive instincts, he has the ability to control the game from the blueline and he is a great kid.
2	William Moore (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	There has been points in the year where I have come away disappointed in his game. But in the end, I think that was a pre-conceived bias because I was unreasonable with my expectations after his exceptional status application. That’s on me, not Moore. I included him on this list because his inclusion to the NTDP hasn’t been formally announced yet, but I fully expect him to accept the invite to play on the team. Moore plays a very responsible two-way game. He is able to anticipate plays very well and is able intercept passes frequently because of it. He has very good vision and is quite the good playmaker, he frequently makes very difficult passes look easy. Also has a shot that I feel doesn’t get enough credit.
3	Brady Martin (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA	A kid that has been highly regarded for a while now but we really didn’t know how well he stacked up to the completion until his hat-trick against the GTHL champions Toronto Marlboros. He is an elite skater who moves very well laterally and in a straight line. He competes hard for every puck and isn’t afraid of being physical. His hockey IQ is very high, he has great vision and has a great shot. All and all probably the highest offensive upside out of all the forwards in this class. He is going to be a fantastic OHLer
4	Ryan Roobroeck (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	At one point in the year I thought it was a sure thing. But doubts started to creep in at the Canada Winter Games where I felt he wasn’t as dominant as he should have been. He was a passenger for much of that tournament and didn’t create much himself. These problems only showed them self more in the OHL cup. Roobroeck has a fantastic frame and with his brother standing at 6’7” - Ryan still has time left to grow. He is quite the fast skater, he can blow past defenders with speed regularly and is able to get up to speed quite quick. However he doesn’t have much lateral mobility, he tends to skate in a straight line and if he gets pushed too far to the outside, will just throw the puck across the ice hoping for a one timer. He does have great vision when he slows his game down and has a very dangerous shot with a quick release. A lot of question marks to his game but as a whole he is still one of the best players in this years class.
5	Tyler Hopkins (F)	Hamilton Kilty B's	Responsible kid that plays the game the right way. Hopkins is a very smart player; He anticipates plays very well in the offensive zone. He seems to always be in good positions to set himself up for scoring opportunities. He is also a very good skater, one of the best in the class, he is easily able to gain separation from back checkers and defenders at times have a difficult time of keeping him in front of them. Because of it he is one of the best transitional players in the class. He isn’t afraid of cutting to the middle of the ice, or to the net either - Kid has zero fear, it is something I love about his game.
6	Owen Griffin (F)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA	Fantastic skater that is great in the offensive zone. He is a very deceptive forward that is able to make everyone in the building think he is doing one thing, only to do something completely different, catching everyone off guard as to what had happened - testament to his high hockey IQ. He has great puck skills that are able to keep up with his brain and feet, something that can be difficult for a lot of prospects to pull off. He likes to play the game fast but is also able to slow it down and make more calculated decisions with the puck. Off puck game needs work like most kids his age but he is a very entertaining kid to watch.
7	Luca Romano (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Romano is one of my personal favourites for this class. He is such a consistent player that is able to impact the game in all 3 zones. He has been excellent through transition in most every one of my viewings this year. He is so calm and collected through every stage of the game, everything is methodical and calculated. He is a fantastic skater, able to maneuver the ice in any which way. He can use it to attack the middle of the ice or beat a defender wide. He really keeps you guessing. He positions himself very well on the ice for scoring opportunities and is quite good in front of the net in general.
8	Jack Nesbitt (F)	Lambton Jr. Sting U16 AAA	Big body centreman that is very good at controlling and maintaining possession of the puck because of his size and body positioning. Nesbitt is a good skater for his size and isn’t afraid of heading to the front of the net where he is simply dominate at this age because of his physical gifts.
9	Caden Taylor (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Polarizing player. On one hand, Taylor is one of the more gifted offensive players in this draft class. He possesses a laser of a shot, fantastic vision and good hockey IQ. On the other hand, he is one of the laziest off-puck players you’ll ever see at this level. Skating also isn’t the greatest.
10	Henry Brzustewicz (D)	North Jersey Avalanche 16U AAA	The only American I have on this list, since he is the only one confirmed to be exploring OHL opportunities. Similar player to his brother, moves the puck well, has great vision from the blueline and is a good skater. Two-way game needs some work but he has great potential at this level.
11	Carson Cameron (D)	Central Ontario Wolves U16 AAA	At 15, already possesses good size, doesn’t really use it to his advantage, yet. Very fluid skater, good at changing directions, and stopping on a dime. Possesses good vision in the offensive end, is able to make some astute passes and is good at facilitating an offence. Also has a very good shot that he uses to great effect because of how good he is as getting the puck to the net. Has a quick release. Because of his mobility - he is able to get back on defence quick, even after a pinch. Would like him to be more physical against attackers, and has potential to be a very good shutdown defender in the future but still needs word in this area. Very promising kid.
12	Matheas Stark (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	Very smart kid, he is able to read and anticipate plays very well in both the offensive and defensive end. Great hockeh IQ, Skates well, has a good shot, plays a 200’ game. However I question how well he is able to create scoring chances on his own. Definitely something I’m interested to see once he reaches the OHL.
13	Jake O'Brien (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	High energy kid. Buzz saw. He is consistently moving his feet and trying to create scoring opportunities because of it. Really talented offensive player, vision is great and is able to make some real astute plays with the puck at times. Great skater, and can be an all around player. There is a reason he is wearing the ‘C’
14	William McFadden (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA	Great offensive player who is able to drive his teams offence. He is a great skater who uses his 4 way mobility well through transition and into the offensive zone. He has speed to burn and is quite elusive with the puck. Great vision on this kid, who often looks off shots to make a pass to one of his teammates. He may not be the biggest kid in the world but he is going to be a great player in the OHL.
15	Quinn Beauchesne (D)	Nepean Raiders U18 AAA	Your modern day defender that uses mobility, stick work and offensive prowess to at times take control of games. Quinn is great a facilitating a break out and is very good at being a 4th forward through transition. He can control a power play and isn’t afraid to jump into the play. He can be a very dangerous player at times in the offensive zone. High upside kidZ
16	Jack Ivankovic (G)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Clear cut best goalie in this class. Poised goalie with ice in his veins. He was phenomenal for Ontario in the gold medal game at the Canada winter games. He is active in his crease and is a very athletic kid that tracks the puck well. Big game goalie.
17	Aiden Young (F)	Strathroy Rockets	Elusive skater that isn’t afraid of the middle of the ice. Young is a smart player that is very effective in the role he plays.He plays the game with a lot of heart and is always giving it his all. One of the bigger risers this year for me.
18	Carter Kostuch (F)	Markham Royals	A kid that really had a coming out party to at the OHL cup. Plays the game with pace and is very good at creating offence through transition. Good size and is able to create offence for himself with his vision and great shot creation skills. Very impressive OHL cup showing.
19	Shamar Moses (F)	Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA	Kid that plays the game with a lot of heart. He really gets into the game and wants to see his team win. He loves to battle in front of the net where he uses his size well to win body positioning to bang in rebounds and cause commotion. Good vision with great playmaking skills also. At times gets overzealous in the offensive zone.
20	Kieran Riley (D)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA	good sized defender that moves really well. He isn’t afraid to join the rush and help his team create offence. He is going to be a problem at the next level if he is able to learn how to properly defend against the rush and use physicality to his advantage.
21	Luka Graziano (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Very good skater - excellent North to south acceleration and speed. Looked real good in transition. Was able to make a seamless retrieval, and transition the puck up the ice for a zone entry on multiple occasions. Scored a goal that was taken away due to a delayed penalty, but he was able to walk up from the right point and placed the puck just between the goalies pad and glove for a goal. Was able to move the puck with ease and would usually make a great pass when facilitating the offence from the point. Impressive effort, kid to watch.
22	Ethan Weir (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	Bit of a disappointing year for Weir who I believe at one point was contemplating whether to apply for ES or not. I still think he is one of the more talented kids in the class, but there hasn’t been enough improvement over last year in my opinion. He is a very dangerous offensive player with a great shot and impressive puck skills. He can be a confident player but at times I find he can make one too many passes, over complicating a scoring chance. All in all a talented kid who could be more successful in the OHL.
23	Aidan Lane (F)	St. Michael's Buzzers
24	Nolan Jackson (D)	Barrie Colts U18 AAA
25	Brendan Gerber (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
26	Cameron Reid (D)	Bishop Kearney Selects 15U AAA
27	Callum Mainville (F)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA
28	Parker Snelgrove (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA
29	Casey Bridgewater (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
30	Chase Yanni (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
31	Drew McLennan (D)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
32	Jayden Connors (D)	Georgetown Raiders
33	Vasily Serov (F)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
34	Jacob Cloutier (F)	Pittsburgh Penguins Elite 15U
35	Chase Hull (F)	Renfrew Wolves U18 AAA
36	Xander Velliaris (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
37	Luke Dragusica (D)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
38	Rylan Singh (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
39	Ethan Czata (F)	Mississauga Rebels U16 AAA
40	Nicolas Addy (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
41	Ryan Brown (F)	Aurora Tigers
42	Michael Lavigne (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
43	Dryden Allen (D)	Southern Tier Admirals U16 AAA
44	Evan Malkhassian (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens
45	Isaac Oldenhof (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
46	Sebastian Dell'Elce (D)	St. Andrew's College
47	Tanner Lam (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
48	Joshua Avery (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA
49	Brady Smith (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
50	Lucas Manikis (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
51	Carson Harmer (F)	Huron Perth Lakers U16 AAA
52	Jeremy Martin (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
53	Evan Elliott (F)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
54	Adrian Manzo (D)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
55	Sam Ratcliffe (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
56	Matthew Manza (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
57	Johnathan Cirone (F)	Barrie Colts U16 AAA
58	Briir Long (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
59	Wesley Royston (F)	Aurora Tigers
60	Peter Legostaev (F)	Smiths Falls Bears U18 AAA

hockeyprospect.com and the peterboroughminorpetes.ca has William McFadden listed at 5'7 and 146lbs. The height definitely leaves something to be desired but his talent does make up for some of it. Similar to George Diaco in that sense? Definitely some time grow but not as physically mature as some others going into and coming out of the draft. That being said, I would absolutely love the Petes to take McFadden. Had good luck last time the Petes took a local product (JR Avon)

 

[NOA]

 

[DeletedAccountt]

Mooney is also on the list. Not a surprise to anyone but a confirmation.

 

[DeletedAccountt]

Am I the only one who thinks Ryan Roobroeck is the DEFINITION of a Stan Butler player? Size and talent. I just can't help but think the tournament doesn't hurt his stock in the eyes of Erie and Stan Butler...

maybe im overthinking it haha

 

[HockeyPops]

https://thehockeynews.com/news/brady-martin-just-made-a-big-statement

 

[NOA]

Am I the only one who thinks Ryan Roobroeck is the DEFINITION of a Stan Butler player? Size and talent. I just can't help but think the tournament doesn't hurt his stock in the eyes of Erie and Stan Butler...

maybe im overthinking it haha

It’s not really overthinking it when Roobroeck is still a 1st overall candidate. Of course he’s an option and they might take him. Or they take the best defender in the draft who has some size, which is also the exact type of player for Butler - and that’s Schaefer. I think right now he’s the safest bet for Erie at 1st overall.

 

[DeletedAccountt]

It’s not really overthinking it when Roobroeck is still a 1st overall candidate. Of course he’s an option and they might take him. Or they take the best defender in the draft who has some size, which is also the exact type of player for Butler - and that’s Schaefer. I think right now he’s the safest bet for Erie at 1st overall.

Oh for sure! I do not disagree with that

 

[Torts]

OHL Cup is over. Jr. Canadiens take it 3-0. I guess their 53-0-4 record last season wasn’t a fluke, eh?

Anyway - I said I’d post my draft rankings tomorrow but I decided to finish it tonight instead. I only did a top-60, I’m sorry.

I also only did some write ups for the top-22 on my list. I would really only do a top-20 but with the 2 compensatory picks in the first round, I decided to do more work haha.

I didn’t include Lev Katzin on this ranking, although looking back on it I should have Since I included Moore. Anyway, he would have been 13th on my list if I did include him, if you’re interested.

I only included one American on the list because of his expressed interest of coming to the OHL. I did a ranking or two earlier in the year with most Americans included if you want to view that you can.

Here are some of the more notable Americans Eligible for this years OHL draft:

LJ Mooney
Asher Barrett
Charton Trethewey
Cole McKinney
Cooper Dennis
William Horcoff
Jack Murtaugh
Evan Jardine
Nicolas Kosiba
Blake Arrowsmith
Gavin Lock
Jesse Orlowsky
Matthew Grimes
Joey Slavick
Bjorn Boras
Drew Schock
Nicolas Whitehead* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment
Richard Gallant* Not 100% he falls under OHL entrapment

One thing I’d like to note is how my 2023 OHL draft ranking is probably the most viewed OHL ranking on the internet. I created it in on Elite Prospects in November and it has accumulated 45,000 clicks lmao. If you have searched up a 2023 OHL draft ranking, you have probably seen mine at some point.

Here it is if you’re interested:

2023 OHL Draft Ranking - Elite Prospects

User submitted ranking at Eliteprospects.com - 2023 OHL Draft Ranking

www.eliteprospects.com

I’ll name this my “final“ ranking although, it likely and isn’t my final ranking. I’ll still be watching film on a lot of these players over the next several months and further developing opinions on these kids.

Hope you all enjoy.

1	Matthew Schaefer (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA	It was a difficult decision to decide who to put #1 on my list. For most of the year I thought Roobroeck was all but guaranteed to go first. Schaefer comes out #1 in my final ranking however. He is as complete of a defender as you’re going to find at this age. He has most everything you want in a modern day defender, skating is elite, has great offensive and defensive instincts, he has the ability to control the game from the blueline and he is a great kid.
2	William Moore (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	There has been points in the year where I have come away disappointed in his game. But in the end, I think that was a pre-conceived bias because I was unreasonable with my expectations after his exceptional status application. That’s on me, not Moore. I included him on this list because his inclusion to the NTDP hasn’t been formally announced yet, but I fully expect him to accept the invite to play on the team. Moore plays a very responsible two-way game. He is able to anticipate plays very well and is able intercept passes frequently because of it. He has very good vision and is quite the good playmaker, he frequently makes very difficult passes look easy. Also has a shot that I feel doesn’t get enough credit.
3	Brady Martin (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA	A kid that has been highly regarded for a while now but we really didn’t know how well he stacked up to the completion until his hat-trick against the GTHL champions Toronto Marlboros. He is an elite skater who moves very well laterally and in a straight line. He competes hard for every puck and isn’t afraid of being physical. His hockey IQ is very high, he has great vision and has a great shot. All and all probably the highest offensive upside out of all the forwards in this class. He is going to be a fantastic OHLer
4	Ryan Roobroeck (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	At one point in the year I thought it was a sure thing. But doubts started to creep in at the Canada Winter Games where I felt he wasn’t as dominant as he should have been. He was a passenger for much of that tournament and didn’t create much himself. These problems only showed them self more in the OHL cup. Roobroeck has a fantastic frame and with his brother standing at 6’7” - Ryan still has time left to grow. He is quite the fast skater, he can blow past defenders with speed regularly and is able to get up to speed quite quick. However he doesn’t have much lateral mobility, he tends to skate in a straight line and if he gets pushed too far to the outside, will just throw the puck across the ice hoping for a one timer. He does have great vision when he slows his game down and has a very dangerous shot with a quick release. A lot of question marks to his game but as a whole he is still one of the best players in this years class.
5	Tyler Hopkins (F)	Hamilton Kilty B's	Responsible kid that plays the game the right way. Hopkins is a very smart player; He anticipates plays very well in the offensive zone. He seems to always be in good positions to set himself up for scoring opportunities. He is also a very good skater, one of the best in the class, he is easily able to gain separation from back checkers and defenders at times have a difficult time of keeping him in front of them. Because of it he is one of the best transitional players in the class. He isn’t afraid of cutting to the middle of the ice, or to the net either - Kid has zero fear, it is something I love about his game.
6	Owen Griffin (F)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA	Fantastic skater that is great in the offensive zone. He is a very deceptive forward that is able to make everyone in the building think he is doing one thing, only to do something completely different, catching everyone off guard as to what had happened - testament to his high hockey IQ. He has great puck skills that are able to keep up with his brain and feet, something that can be difficult for a lot of prospects to pull off. He likes to play the game fast but is also able to slow it down and make more calculated decisions with the puck. Off puck game needs work like most kids his age but he is a very entertaining kid to watch.
7	Luca Romano (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Romano is one of my personal favourites for this class. He is such a consistent player that is able to impact the game in all 3 zones. He has been excellent through transition in most every one of my viewings this year. He is so calm and collected through every stage of the game, everything is methodical and calculated. He is a fantastic skater, able to maneuver the ice in any which way. He can use it to attack the middle of the ice or beat a defender wide. He really keeps you guessing. He positions himself very well on the ice for scoring opportunities and is quite good in front of the net in general.
8	Jack Nesbitt (F)	Lambton Jr. Sting U16 AAA	Big body centreman that is very good at controlling and maintaining possession of the puck because of his size and body positioning. Nesbitt is a good skater for his size and isn’t afraid of heading to the front of the net where he is simply dominate at this age because of his physical gifts.
9	Caden Taylor (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Polarizing player. On one hand, Taylor is one of the more gifted offensive players in this draft class. He possesses a laser of a shot, fantastic vision and good hockey IQ. On the other hand, he is one of the laziest off-puck players you’ll ever see at this level. Skating also isn’t the greatest.
10	Henry Brzustewicz (D)	North Jersey Avalanche 16U AAA	The only American I have on this list, since he is the only one confirmed to be exploring OHL opportunities. Similar player to his brother, moves the puck well, has great vision from the blueline and is a good skater. Two-way game needs some work but he has great potential at this level.
11	Carson Cameron (D)	Central Ontario Wolves U16 AAA	At 15, already possesses good size, doesn’t really use it to his advantage, yet. Very fluid skater, good at changing directions, and stopping on a dime. Possesses good vision in the offensive end, is able to make some astute passes and is good at facilitating an offence. Also has a very good shot that he uses to great effect because of how good he is as getting the puck to the net. Has a quick release. Because of his mobility - he is able to get back on defence quick, even after a pinch. Would like him to be more physical against attackers, and has potential to be a very good shutdown defender in the future but still needs word in this area. Very promising kid.
12	Matheas Stark (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA	Very smart kid, he is able to read and anticipate plays very well in both the offensive and defensive end. Great hockeh IQ, Skates well, has a good shot, plays a 200’ game. However I question how well he is able to create scoring chances on his own. Definitely something I’m interested to see once he reaches the OHL.
13	Jake O'Brien (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	High energy kid. Buzz saw. He is consistently moving his feet and trying to create scoring opportunities because of it. Really talented offensive player, vision is great and is able to make some real astute plays with the puck at times. Great skater, and can be an all around player. There is a reason he is wearing the ‘C’
14	William McFadden (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA	Great offensive player who is able to drive his teams offence. He is a great skater who uses his 4 way mobility well through transition and into the offensive zone. He has speed to burn and is quite elusive with the puck. Great vision on this kid, who often looks off shots to make a pass to one of his teammates. He may not be the biggest kid in the world but he is going to be a great player in the OHL.
15	Quinn Beauchesne (D)	Nepean Raiders U18 AAA	Your modern day defender that uses mobility, stick work and offensive prowess to at times take control of games. Quinn is great a facilitating a break out and is very good at being a 4th forward through transition. He can control a power play and isn’t afraid to jump into the play. He can be a very dangerous player at times in the offensive zone. High upside kidZ
16	Jack Ivankovic (G)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA	Clear cut best goalie in this class. Poised goalie with ice in his veins. He was phenomenal for Ontario in the gold medal game at the Canada winter games. He is active in his crease and is a very athletic kid that tracks the puck well. Big game goalie.
17	Aiden Young (F)	Strathroy Rockets	Elusive skater that isn’t afraid of the middle of the ice. Young is a smart player that is very effective in the role he plays.He plays the game with a lot of heart and is always giving it his all. One of the bigger risers this year for me.
18	Carter Kostuch (F)	Markham Royals	A kid that really had a coming out party to at the OHL cup. Plays the game with pace and is very good at creating offence through transition. Good size and is able to create offence for himself with his vision and great shot creation skills. Very impressive OHL cup showing.
19	Shamar Moses (F)	Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA	Kid that plays the game with a lot of heart. He really gets into the game and wants to see his team win. He loves to battle in front of the net where he uses his size well to win body positioning to bang in rebounds and cause commotion. Good vision with great playmaking skills also. At times gets overzealous in the offensive zone.
20	Kieran Riley (D)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA	good sized defender that moves really well. He isn’t afraid to join the rush and help his team create offence. He is going to be a problem at the next level if he is able to learn how to properly defend against the rush and use physicality to his advantage.
21	Luka Graziano (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA	Very good skater - excellent North to south acceleration and speed. Looked real good in transition. Was able to make a seamless retrieval, and transition the puck up the ice for a zone entry on multiple occasions. Scored a goal that was taken away due to a delayed penalty, but he was able to walk up from the right point and placed the puck just between the goalies pad and glove for a goal. Was able to move the puck with ease and would usually make a great pass when facilitating the offence from the point. Impressive effort, kid to watch.
22	Ethan Weir (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA	Bit of a disappointing year for Weir who I believe at one point was contemplating whether to apply for ES or not. I still think he is one of the more talented kids in the class, but there hasn’t been enough improvement over last year in my opinion. He is a very dangerous offensive player with a great shot and impressive puck skills. He can be a confident player but at times I find he can make one too many passes, over complicating a scoring chance. All in all a talented kid who could be more successful in the OHL.
23	Aidan Lane (F)	St. Michael's Buzzers
24	Nolan Jackson (D)	Barrie Colts U18 AAA
25	Brendan Gerber (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
26	Cameron Reid (D)	Bishop Kearney Selects 15U AAA
27	Callum Mainville (F)	Toronto Nationals U16 AAA
28	Parker Snelgrove (F)	London Jr. Knights U16 AAA
29	Casey Bridgewater (D)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
30	Chase Yanni (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
31	Drew McLennan (D)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
32	Jayden Connors (D)	Georgetown Raiders
33	Vasily Serov (F)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
34	Jacob Cloutier (F)	Pittsburgh Penguins Elite 15U
35	Chase Hull (F)	Renfrew Wolves U18 AAA
36	Xander Velliaris (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
37	Luke Dragusica (D)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
38	Rylan Singh (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
39	Ethan Czata (F)	Mississauga Rebels U16 AAA
40	Nicolas Addy (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
41	Ryan Brown (F)	Aurora Tigers
42	Michael Lavigne (D)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens U16 AAA
43	Dryden Allen (D)	Southern Tier Admirals U16 AAA
44	Evan Malkhassian (F)	Toronto Jr. Canadiens
45	Isaac Oldenhof (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
46	Sebastian Dell'Elce (D)	St. Andrew's College
47	Tanner Lam (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
48	Joshua Avery (F)	Peterborough Petes U16 AAA
49	Brady Smith (F)	Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA
50	Lucas Manikis (D)	York Simcoe Express U16 AAA
51	Carson Harmer (F)	Huron Perth Lakers U16 AAA
52	Jeremy Martin (F)	Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA
53	Evan Elliott (F)	Whitby Wildcats U16 AAA
54	Adrian Manzo (D)	Vaughan Kings U16 AAA
55	Sam Ratcliffe (F)	Waterloo Wolves U16 AAA
56	Matthew Manza (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
57	Johnathan Cirone (F)	Barrie Colts U16 AAA
58	Briir Long (F)	Mississauga Senators U16 AAA
59	Wesley Royston (F)	Aurora Tigers
60	Peter Legostaev (F)	Smiths Falls Bears U18 AAA

Simply amazing! Great work.

Apologies for the double post but USA U17 NTDP just tweeted out their 23/24 team and William Moore is on it.

 

[Generalsupdates]

hockeyprospect.com and the peterboroughminorpetes.ca has William McFadden listed at 5'7 and 146lbs. The height definitely leaves something to be desired but his talent does make up for some of it. Similar to George Diaco in that sense? Definitely some time grow but not as physically mature as some others going into and coming out of the draft. That being said, I would absolutely love the Petes to take McFadden. Had good luck last time the Petes took a local product (JR Avon)

I wouldn’t be surprised if Avery is the first minor Petes player off the board. I personally do like McFadden but I’ve heard scouts don’t love him and like Avery more

Am I the only one who thinks Ryan Roobroeck is the DEFINITION of a Stan Butler player? Size and talent. I just can't help but think the tournament doesn't hurt his stock in the eyes of Erie and Stan Butler...

maybe im overthinking it haha

He doesn’t play physical at all though, which would drive Stan nuts. Although neither did his brother in his rookie season in Niagara and now is one of the more physical players in the whole league in his 2nd year with the Gens

 

[Torts]

With the Moore and Mooney U17 inclusion...can anyone take a fresh stab at a first round mock?

 

[I Loveallsports]

 

[Tornado675]

Been following this conversation for a while, not one to post but wanted to add this to the conversation.

2023 OHL Priority Selection: 7 Biggest Risers After The OHL Cup - 13th Man Sports

The OHL Cup Final takes place on Tuesday night, so let's reflect on some of the great performances from this tournament.

13thmansports.ca

 

[Houndzfan20]

still think Erie will take a long look at Roobroeck....he's a late birth so will be there the full 3 years at minimum as opposed to the rest of the top prospects. not saying any of the others would be able to make the jump as 18 year olds but he's guaranteed 3 years to whoever drafts him

 

[OHL4Life]

hockeyprospect.com and the peterboroughminorpetes.ca has William McFadden listed at 5'7 and 146lbs. The height definitely leaves something to be desired but his talent does make up for some of it. Similar to George Diaco in that sense? Definitely some time grow but not as physically mature as some others going into and coming out of the draft. That being said, I would absolutely love the Petes to take McFadden. Had good luck last time the Petes took a local product (JR Avon)

mcfadden is a good example of being over valued by online scouts vs maybe being under valued by traditional scouts. i find that the online guys go crazy over small skill but rarely do they ever go as high as the online guys propose they go.

 

[Mata]

still think Erie will take a long look at Roobroeck....he's a late birth so will be there the full 3 years at minimum as opposed to the rest of the top prospects. not saying any of the others would be able to make the jump as 18 year olds but he's guaranteed 3 years to whoever drafts him

Top 2 have to be Roobroeck and Schaefer. Roobroeck is being thrown shade because of one tournament. At this point I think number 1 is his to lose.

 

[OHLTG]

I'm hoping someone here can shed some light on this...

I was just asked about D Thanasi Marentette out of the Toronto Nationals. He's a Windsor-born D and I have no idea what he's about. Any info is appreciated. Thanks.