I have gotten to watch a few of these kids the past few years. It will be interesting to see the change since minor bantam. A lot of talented kids here.
I thought the same, this will be a strong OHL draft year and have been looking forward to this season getting started to see the players.
I’ve been able to see some of the ETA teams as well as the SCTA teams and most of the players listed that I saw looked good. I have seen much more of the Ottawa players and these are some of the top 2006 players that have stuck out most to myself and others I talk to…
F- Ben Cormier (Navan Grads)
Strong player that creates a lot of chances with his speed and has a great shot and takes advantage of most scoring chances.
F- Nathan Villeneuve (Navan Grads)
Speedy intense player that is very skilled. Has a quick release and will shoot from anywhere with much success and can play a physical game.
F-Cole Beaudoin (Nepean Raiders)
Big bodied centre who is great in draws, uses his speed and strength to Create chances. He plays physical and works hard at both ends of the ice. Has a great shot and is hard for D to handle around net.
D- Roarke Gilmour (Kemptville 73’s)
Very skilled and great skater, has great vision of the ice, likes to jump into the play and is good at getting the puck to the net through traffic. He will use his shot and score when given the opportunity.
D- Aiden Souligny (Navan Grads)
Consistent D man that that is skilled, takes care of his own zone and will carry the puck to make a smart first pass and will jump into the play when needed.
Have all looked really strong!
D - Spencer Evans (Smiths Falls Bears)
Strong in his own zone and plays a physical game never backing down from a battle. Makes good first pass out of zone and will jump into the play when the opportunity presents.
G - Braxton Bennett (Kemptville 73’s)
Good size and athletic who moves and tracks the puck really well. Great rebound control and is always calm in the net. Plays the puck well and often and despite being on a middle of the pack team he gives them a chance to win every game despite usually being outshot.
G - David Igorov (Ottawa Jr Senators)
Good sized goalie who usually does well at controlling his rebounds. He tracks shot well from far out and even though he has a strong team in front of him has stepped up when needed to get the win.