2025 - 2026 Owen Sound Attack Season Thread, Part III

[Stellar29]

Great offensive Dman will probably run a powerplay in the future. Lacking defensively with the cerebral side of the game and physicality but the skating and offense are elite. What can you tell me about munnings? He looks physical from what i’ve seen. Shut down guy

Munnings has decent size but not overly physical, not that he shies away from contact. I think he's more of a steady two way D. Earlier in the season he was fairly active in the offensive end and showed good instincts on when to jump up. I thought he played a pretty mature game in the Dzone for a 16 year old. I think more than anything, he just needs an opportunity to play. He didn't play much in the second half of the season and looked like it when he did draw into the lineup being more timid and indecisive.

 

[jtechkid68]

One thing I like th team to improve on is the PK as I think gave up most goals and was around the bottom the whole year and Flint was 61%(not a typo lol) on PP in the series. I think it was combination of system and kids but need some new players to address it. The forward group can score but not lot of high end defensive-pk specialist forwards with this group and lets not forget which was pointed out in paper the forward group led the league in least blocked shots. You can't have all forwards be somewhat the same as perimeter, outside shooting, non inside, not blocking shots pure offense forwards. They tried Royston on the PK but he doesn't have feet or skating ability in my view to be high end . I see Mbuyi as maybe only pure pretty good Pk forward on the team and I would try young Delisle on it too since hes energy forward . I get it defense needs upgrade but we need some high end defensive forwards as the team was terrible on the entry on the pk(easiest entry in league) and not huge commitment when puck moved low to high in dzone and blocking shots from the point. Any opinions why the PK was so bad last year or was it just young group?

 

[Stellar29]

“All I think about all day is how do we make the Owen Sound Attack an exciting product for the fans to come and watch,” he said.

 

[Stellar29]

 

[jtechkid68]

“All I think about all day is how do we make the Owen Sound Attack an exciting product for the fans to come and watch,” he said.

Looks like book not closed on therrien- Hes a brad marchand type in which team has nobody like that going in his OA season and he has lot to play for because if he has big year he will play in college. His upside or ceiling is dramatically higher than a lot OA's coming back and its make or break season. Its risky but if it hits its 60 point in your face hockey . Great news it looks like import is coming.

 

[Stellar29]

One thing I like th team to improve on is the PK as I think gave up most goals and was around the bottom the whole year and Flint was 61%(not a typo lol) on PP in the series. I think it was combination of system and kids but need some new players to address it. The forward group can score but not lot of high end defensive-pk specialist forwards with this group and lets not forget which was pointed out in paper the forward group led the league in least blocked shots. You can't have all forwards be somewhat the same as perimeter, outside shooting, non inside, not blocking shots pure offense forwards. They tried Royston on the PK but he doesn't have feet or skating ability in my view to be high end . I see Mbuyi as maybe only pure pretty good Pk forward on the team and I would try young Delisle on it too since hes energy forward . I get it defense needs upgrade but we need some high end defensive forwards as the team was terrible on the entry on the pk(easiest entry in league) and not huge commitment when puck moved low to high in dzone and blocking shots from the point. Any opinions why the PK was so bad last year or was it just young group?

I think the PK was more systems than personnel last season. Nelson would be the exception I think in that statement as the PK was significantly improved with him on it. Overall, I thought the Attack were way too passive in the Dzone. They didn't really engage in net front battles and often left a man unattended in front of the goalie surrendering position for potential rebound clears. They didn't really pursue the puck carrier and opted to try and cover passing lanes instead in more of a zone coverage. I think they ultimately just allowed too much freedom in the zone for the PP to work. I think you have to apply pressure to the puck to try and force turnovers and generate clears. I think the players are too skilled at this point in time to allow so much time and space like they did last season. I actually thought the PK was most effective last season at denying zone entry but totally ineffective once they gained the zone.

I think you need 4 forwards and 4 D primarily for the PK. Brown and Arnett are good PKers. I don't think Banks or Bell would factor in so lets see what else happens with the blueline. If they can convince Tristan Delisle to come back his faceoff ability would be a huge asset. Winning the draw and getting an immediate clear is huge. Crawford's dogged work ethic and skating can be an asset to apply puck pressure. I actually thought Royston was pretty effective as well. He's got size and reach with decent skating to be disruptive. Nansi is another lanky guy who is good at stripping pucks. Max Delisle is a guy who should factor in. I like pieces who have some size and reach because if they get beat they can still potentially get a stick in the way to disrupt or break up a play.

 

[jtechkid68]

I think if we get a little deeper into the evaluation of the pieces, beyond the obvious lack of right shot options, we have PK and PP needs as it stands. Banks right now is the only PP option and Arnett and Brown are the only clear PK options. I don't think we saw or know enough about Munnings to know where exactly he fits into that equation. If Max Fransen is the pick at #8, that would make 5 left shot D and could mean we need to move someone.

Brown is a solid top 4 D, maybe a good complimentary piece on a top pair with his combination of size, skating and reach. Banks can produce secondary scoring and run a PP but struggled in the Dzone last year at times. Arnett is a steady, physical stay at home type that could potentially be a solid second pair option. Munnings with his lack of playing time last year is probably best suited to third pair duty to start and evaluate what we may have there.

I think you're probably looking for two top 4 pieces on the blueline. One who can contribute to the PP and one to the PK(one player could theoretically do both). Carson Campbell would be a great OA fit if they could pull that off. Solid shutdown option and minute muncher on the right side who obviously just won and could bring that pedigree. Parker Von Richter appears headed to school but he'd be a fantastic fit too. Finding a solid two-way D in the import draft would be great. To me, it's all about layering in depth. It's a long season and guys get banged up so you need guys that can step up and fill in to different roles.

Campbell just came out he signed with Bowling Green . The just announced freshmen class and he was a surprise but as College start announcing freshmen class will know on everybody.

 

[Stellar29]

Campbell just came out he signed with Bowling Green . The just announced freshmen class and he was a surprise but as College start announcing freshmen class will know on everybody.

The potential trade targets are thinning out fairly quickly. Amongst OA right shot D targets, Evan Passmore might be the best one potentially available with Campbell and Von Richter off to school. Even the 2007 crop is looking thin. Andrew MacNeil could become a hot commodity if he becomes available.

I think the lack of trade options likely ratchets up the need to hit on pieces in the import draft. If you miss in the import draft there aren't a lot of fall back options in the trade market available.

 

[Stellar29]

 

[frontsfan67]

Great news!

 

[jtechkid68]

The three guys from OS all did extremely well at the combine finishing top 10 in a lot of categorizes.
Go to prospect page and NHL combine 2026 and they breakdown all the numbers.
Cole was first place in 10 yard dash-royston second in the vertical jump-Mybuyi first in squat ect.
Lot more athletic than I thought but its looks like off ice trainer at OS is doing a great job.

Edwards leaving Sarnia for college so thats huge hit.

 

[frontsfan67]

Any idea what’s happening with Zurawski?

 

[Millpond]

The three guys from OS all did extremely well at the combine finishing top 10 in a lot of categorizes.
Go to prospect page and NHL combine 2026 and they breakdown all the numbers.
Cole was first place in 10 yard dash-royston second in the vertical jump-Mybuyi first in squat ect.
Lot more athletic than I thought but its looks like off ice trainer at OS is doing a great job.

Edwards leaving Sarnia for college so thats huge hit.

 

[jtechkid68]

Any idea what’s happening with Zurawski?

No clue- Since Edwards is going ND which was a surprise a bit because probably needed another year of juniors would assume they wouldn't bring another 2008 so assume is back .

 

[PensFan101]

Any idea what’s happening with Zurawski?

Would be shocking if he left for school this fall. He's still inconsistent at this level. But a huge X-factor for Owen Sound this season. Obviously showed his fantastic athleticism at the combine, and he's got maybe the best shot in his age group, but struggled to find linemates last season and while he could take over some games, it was pretty rare. If he steps up and has say a 30-30 season this year, I'd say okay, he's probably ready for NCAA.

I know they're small details, but the combine results and Mbuyi's comments over the last few weeks have me excited for next season. We've never seen a team quit like that en masse, it was clear they wanted change and hard to imagine they could possibly have gotten more change from up top. This is going to be a motivated group and I'm encouraged that the people making the decisions now have been listening.

Also helps that our rivals are losing more key players to the NCAA, and T. Delisle is (so far) our only likely loss. Hope it stays that way. I want to see these guys have a shot in our colours before moving on.

 

[jtechkid68]

Would be shocking if he left for school this fall. He's still inconsistent at this level. But a huge X-factor for Owen Sound this season. Obviously showed his fantastic athleticism at the combine, and he's got maybe the best shot in his age group, but struggled to find linemates last season and while he could take over some games, it was pretty rare. If he steps up and has say a 30-30 season this year, I'd say okay, he's probably ready for NCAA.

I know they're small details, but the combine results and Mbuyi's comments over the last few weeks have me excited for next season. We've never seen a team quit like that en masse, it was clear they wanted change and hard to imagine they could possibly have gotten more change from up top. This is going to be a motivated group and I'm encouraged that the people making the decisions now have been listening.

Also helps that our rivals are losing more key players to the NCAA, and T. Delisle is (so far) our only likely loss. Hope it stays that way. I want to see these guys have a shot in our colours before moving on.

On Notre Dame X page it said Edwards incoming freshmen and Cole as a recruit so hes coming back.
I agree because I assume Mbuyi and nansi will go off next year and Cole has all the potential to drive a line and have a huge year. I didn't think he was properly coached(or didnt listen) as he had lot of tendency to force plays that weren't there and his inconsistent or frustration showed but again he is very young . What was cool at the combine it shows how much raw -freak athlete he is with the one of best shots in the OHL if he can put it together(use his teammates better) next year could be huge. Mbuyi for a light guy the combine showed how naturally strong he is and you see that how he plays and royston for a kid had numbers that shows his potential exploseness- Combine not everything but those numbers really helped those three kids I think. Lot of buzz on X that T desisle is gone to college and his brother has requested a trade which that could bring in righty dmen assuming big import forward signs and 2008 nahl forward who I heard really good. Here is Brock on prospectus thread breakdown :
19. Cole Zurawski - Wing - Owen Sound Attack
NHL teams are going to likely love Zurawski in the third/fourth round range. He's exactly the kind of player you take a chance on in that range. On one hand, his game currently has some flaws that make him inconsistent and a longshot to be an NHL contributor. On the other hand, he has significant NHL upside as a power scoring winger if he's able to make some adjustments. Boom/bust is the way to go in this range if you ask me; serious bang for your buck. What makes Zurawski a high upside swing is that he's capable of playing a power game given his frame, but he's also a strong straight line skater, a creative one on one player, and in possession of one of the best shots in this Ontario class. When he's on his game, he can completely take over shifts in the offensive zone. The problem is, those shifts can be few and far between. His off puck play leaves a lot to be desired given that his physical gifts could make him such an impactful player in this regard. And without outstanding off puck habits, he's not getting as many looks to utilize his shot as he should be. Then, of course, the elephant in the room was the poor end of the year for Owen Sound. I guess the question scouts will ask is, do they think Zurawski is a smart enough player to truly unlock his upside? You just have to focus on those dominant shifts and hope that he can find a way to play that way all the time.

 

[OSAttackFan88]

Ouch

 

[Stellar29]

 

[Stellar29]

As much as the news about the Delisle brothers is a tough blow, they do have time to pivot.

Owen Griffin and Brooks Rogowski(who spent time at center) in Oshawa could be intriguing options.

I'd think the import draft is going to have a lot of pressure to pull in a center and a D with their two picks. That's some heavy lifting but it makes life a whole lot easier not having to find those pieces in a limited trade market. Trading up for another 1st round import pick this year makes a whole lot of sense I think.

 

[OHL4Life]

As much as the news about the Delisle brothers is a tough blow, they do have time to pivot.

Owen Griffin and Brooks Rogowski(who spent time at center) in Oshawa could be intriguing options.

I'd think the import draft is going to have a lot of pressure to pull in a center and a D with their two picks. That's some heavy lifting but it makes life a whole lot easier not having to find those pieces in a limited trade market. Trading up for another 1st round import pick this year makes a whole lot of sense I think.

Rocco will not go near a Deslile again after Tristen in Oshawa

 

[OSAttackFan88]

Would Roerbeck be an option? Or does he only want to go to London?

 

[three dog night]

As much as the news about the Delisle brothers is a tough blow, they do have time to pivot.

Owen Griffin and Brooks Rogowski(who spent time at center) in Oshawa could be intriguing options.

I'd think the import draft is going to have a lot of pressure to pull in a center and a D with their two picks. That's some heavy lifting but it makes life a whole lot easier not having to find those pieces in a limited trade market. Trading up for another 1st round import pick this year makes a whole lot of sense I think.

Niagara bound

 

[PensFan101]

Would Roerbeck be an option? Or does he only want to go to London?

DeGray likes his guys, and it would simultaneously weaken London and give us one of the Top C's in the league. If he'd come here as opposed to going home for his last season, what an opportunity that could be for us.

 

[Stellar29]

DeGray likes his guys, and it would simultaneously weaken London and give us one of the Top C's in the league. If he'd come here as opposed to going home for his last season, what an opportunity that could be for us.

Roobroeck is a LW. As far as injecting top end talent into the Attack roster it would make sense but it doesn't help address the need down the middle. That would leave Crawford, Jackman and potentially Langdon down the middle which is pretty thin. The picture at LW is currently Sykora, Mbuyi, Bernat(assuming he signs) and then Lisi who I assume will push for a spot. We need one center for sure, you could probably make an argument for two. The import draft could potentially solve that problem but that is quickly looking like a magical fix all that gives us a C and a RHD which is likely just wishful thinking to hit twice.

I still think Oshawa is the best target for a C but if Delisle isn't an option there, you would need to involve a third team or make a different kind of offer. Assuming they want a 2010 first rounder for Rogowski or Griffin, how would they feel about acquiring pick #21 in this year's draft? That's the very first pick of the second round so almost a first. Not that I would be eager to deal #21, the Attack do now hold two third round selections this year after the Bennett deal which softens the blow some. You could potentially center a package around a Lisi(who would be bumped with a Roobroeck deal) and pick #21. If we move Max Delisle in a deal I wouldn't want to move Jackman considering we already moved Munnings from the 2009 class.

It kind of feels like the Attack ultimately get pushed into being a bigger buyer for this year than they may have intended as moving a Max Delisle hurts the competitiveness of the 27/28 group with the other departures that would be expected. It would theoretically reduce the competitive window to this year as opposed to a potential two year window as it may have been with the 2009 group.

 

[PensFan101]

Roobroeck is a LW. As far as injecting top end talent into the Attack roster it would make sense but it doesn't help address the need down the middle. That would leave Crawford, Jackman and potentially Langdon down the middle which is pretty thin. The picture at LW is currently Sykora, Mbuyi, Bernat(assuming he signs) and then Lisi who I assume will push for a spot. We need one center for sure, you could probably make an argument for two. The import draft could potentially solve that problem but that is quickly looking like a magical fix all that gives us a C and a RHD which is likely just wishful thinking to hit twice.

I still think Oshawa is the best target for a C but if Delisle isn't an option there, you would need to involve a third team or make a different kind of offer. Assuming they want a 2010 first rounder for Rogowski or Griffin, how would they feel about acquiring pick #21 in this year's draft? That's the very first pick of the second round so almost a first. Not that I would be eager to deal #21, the Attack do now hold two third round selections this year after the Bennett deal which softens the blow some. You could potentially center a package around a Lisi(who would be bumped with a Roobroeck deal) and pick #21. If we move Max Delisle in a deal I wouldn't want to move Jackman considering we already moved Munnings from the 2009 class.

It kind of feels like the Attack ultimately get pushed into being a bigger buyer for this year than they may have intended as moving a Max Delisle hurts the competitiveness of the 27/28 group with the other departures that would be expected. It would theoretically reduce the competitive window to this year as opposed to a potential two year window as it may have been with the 2009 group.

Did not realize roebroeck didnt play centre. It's a very thin market (could we get Dec back??).

The silver lining is that for this season and based on who isn't coming back, Crawford is actually a very decent C.

I'm all for seeing this team go all in, then let Nother transform the team in a full rebuild.