CHERNYSHOV, LEENDERS AND MBUYI NAMED OHL TOP PERFORMERS OF THE WEEK

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Toronto, Ont. – The Ontario Hockey League today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, February 9, 2025.

Spirit’s Igor Chernyshov Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week

San Jose Sharks prospect Igor Chernyshov of the Saginaw Spirit is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week, registering five goals, five assists and 10 points over three contests.

Chernyshov opened the week with a pair of goals and an assist on Wednesday to earn first star honours in a 6-3 win over the Windsor Spitfires. He followed up with a goal and an assist in a 4-2 loss to the Brantford Bulldogs on Friday, earning third star honours. Chernyshov delivered a dominant five-point outing on Saturday, registering a pair of goals and three assists to earn first star honours in a high-scoring 10-7 win against the Guelph Storm.

The 19-year-old from Penza, Russia overcame offseason shoulder surgery and has appeared in five games with the Spirit this season, tallying eight goals, six assists and 14 points. He was Saginaw’s first round (56th overall) pick in the the 2024 CHL Import Draft. Standing at 6-foot-3 and 225lb., Chernyshov was selected in the second round (33rd overall) of the 2024 NHL Draft by the San Jose Sharks.

Also considered for the award this week, Spirit teammate and top 2025 NHL Draft-eligible prospect Michael Misa posted four goals and seven assists. Another top 2025 NHL Draft prospect, Porter Martone of the Brampton Steelheads, stood out with nine points (3-6-9) in two games.

2024-25 Cogeco OHL Players of the Week – Regular Season:
Feb. 3 – Feb. 9: Igor Chernyshov (Saginaw Spirit)
Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Nick Lardis (Brantford Bulldogs)
Jan. 20 – Jan. 26: Zayne Parekh (Saginaw Spirit)
Jan. 13 – Jan. 19: Tuomas Uronen (Kingston Frontenacs)
Jan. 6 – Jan. 12: Kocha Delic (Sudbury Wolves)
Dec. 30 – Jan. 5: Liam Greentree (Windsor Spitfires)
Dec. 28 – Dec. 29: Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires)
Dec. 16 – Dec. 22: Marco Mignosa (Soo Greyhounds)
Dec. 9 – Dec. 15: Ryan Roobroeck (Niagara IceDogs)
Dec. 2 – Dec. 8: Beckett Sennecke (Oshawa Generals)
Nov. 25 – Dec. 1: Blake Montgomery (London Knights)
Nov. 18 – Nov. 24: Joey Willis (Saginaw Spirit)
Nov. 11 – Nov. 17: Joey Willis (Saginaw Spirit)
Nov. 4 – Nov. 10: Sam Dickinson (London Knights)
Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Marco Mignosa (Soo Greyhounds)
Oct. 21 – Oct. 27: Sam Dickinson (London Knights)
Oct. 14 – Oct. 20: Liam Greentree (Windsor Spitfires)
Oct. 7 – Oct. 13: Calvin Crombie (Brantford Bulldogs)
Sept. 30 – Oct. 6: Kevin He (Niagara IceDogs)
Sep. 25 – Sept. 29: Michael Misa (Saginaw Spirit)


Bulldogs’ Ryerson Leenders Named OHL Goaltender of the Week

Buffalo Sabres prospect Ryerson Leenders of the Brantford Bulldogs is the OHL Goaltender of the Week for the second time this season, going 2-0-1-0 along with a 1.98 goals-against average, and a .944 save percentage.

Turning aside an impressive 101 shots last week, Leenders made 37 of those stops in a 2-1 win over the Sudbury Wolves on Wednesday to earn first star honours. He returned to the crease on Friday, making 31 saves in a 4-2 win against the Saginaw Spirit. Leenders wrapped up the week on Saturday, turning aside 34 of 37 shots in a 3-2 overtime loss to the Windsor Spitfires.

An 18-year-old from Nanticoke, Ont., Leenders is 19-11-3-0 on the season, with a 3.20 goals-against average and .906 save percentage in 33 games played. The former second-round (32nd overall) pick by Mississauga in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection is now in his third OHL season, owning a career mark of 55-43-10-0 with a 3.25 goals-against average, .900 save percentage and three shutouts over 114 regular season games. Leenders was selected in the seventh round (202nd overall) by Buffalo at the 2024 NHL Draft last summer.

Also considered for the award this week, Brampton Steelheads netminder Jack Ivankovic went 2-0-0-0 including a shutout with a 1.50 goals-against average and .944 save percentage, while Jacob Oster of the Oshawa Generals was also a standout in the crease, going 3-0-0-0 including a shutout, along with a 1.00 goals-against average and .948 save percentage.

2024-25 OHL Goaltenders of the Week – Regular Season:
Feb. 3 – Feb. 9: Ryerson Leenders (Brantford Bulldogs)
Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Carter George (Owen Sound Attack)
Jan. 20 – Jan. 26: Austin Elliott (London Knights)
Jan. 13 – Jan. 19: Nolan Lalonde (Soo Greyhounds)
Jan. 6 – Jan. 12: Easton Rye (Peterborough Petes)
Dec. 30 – Jan. 5: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
Dec. 28 – Dec. 29: Ben Hrebik (Barrie Colts)
Dec. 16 – Dec. 22: Nathan Day (Flint Firebirds)
Dec. 9 – Dec. 15: Ryerson Leenders (Brantford Bulldogs)
Dec. 2 – Dec. 8: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
Nov. 25 – Dec. 1: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
Nov. 18 – Nov. 24: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
Nov. 11 – Nov. 17: Carter George (Owen Sound Attack)
Nov. 4 – Nov. 10: Andrew Oke (Saginaw Spirit)
Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
Oct. 21 – Oct. 27: Nathan Day (Flint Firebirds)
Oct. 14 – Oct. 20: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires)
Oct. 7 – Oct. 13: Finn Marshall (Sudbury Wolves)
Sept. 30 – Oct. 6: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires)
Sept. 25 – Sept. 29: Jack Ivankovic (Brampton Steelheads)

Attack’s Pierce Mbuyi Named OHL Rookie of the Week

Owen Sound Attack forward Pierce Mbuyi is the OHL Rookie of the Week for the second time this season, recording three goals and assists over three contests.

Mbuyi kicked off the week with his second hat-trick of the season on Friday, scoring it in a span of seven-and-a-half minutes in the first period in the Attack’s 4-3 loss to Kitchener. He claimed second star recognition again on Saturday with two primary assists in a 4-1 win over North Bay. The 5-foot-10, 153lb. forward capped the week with another assist on Sunday as Owen Sound fell 4-2 to the Kingston Frontenacs.

A 16-year-old left-winger from Mississauga, Ont., Mbuyi leads OHL rookies with 20 goals as part of a total of 33 points through 46 games. The Attack selected Mbuyi with their first round (7th overall) pick in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection from the Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA program.

Also considered for the award this week, Carson Harmer of the Saginaw Spirit and Lev Katzin of the Guelph Storm each recorded four points (2-2–4).

2024-25 OHL Rookies of the Week – Regular Season:
Feb. 3 – Feb. 9: Pierce Mbuyi (Owen Sound Attack)
Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Jacob Cloutier (Saginaw Spirit)
Jan. 20 – Jan. 26: Dimian Zhilkin (Saginaw Spirit)
Jan. 13 – Jan. 19: Chase Reid (Soo Greyhounds)
Jan. 6 – Jan. 12: Lev Katzin (Guelph Storm)
Dec. 30 – Jan. 5: Ethan Belchetz (Windsor Spitfires)
Dec. 28 – Dec. 29: Carson Harmer (Saginaw Spirit)
Dec. 16 – Dec. 22: Logan Hawery (London Knights)
Dec. 9 – Dec. 15: Liam Beamish (Sarnia Sting)
Dec. 2 – Dec. 8: Lev Katzin (Guelph Storm)
Nov. 25 – Dec. 1: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
Nov. 18 – Nov. 24: Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs)
Nov. 11 – Nov. 17: Beckham Edwards (Sarnia Sting)
Nov. 4 – Nov. 10: Carter Stevens (Guelph Storm)
Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
Oct. 21 – Oct. 27: Cole Zurawski (Flint Firebirds)
Oct. 14 – Oct. 20: Alessandro Di Iorio (Sarnia Sting)
Oct. 7 – Oct. 13: Pierce Mbuyi (Owen Sound Attack)
Sept. 30 – Oct. 6: Beckham Edwards (Sarnia Sting)
Sept. 25 – Sept. 29: Ethan Belchetz (Windsor Spitfires)

Jake O’Brien – Brantford Bulldogs – Player Profile

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Jake O’Brien of the Brantford Bulldogs. Photo by OHL Images
HTWTDOBPOSSHOHL DRAFTNHLCSNAT
6’2”170June 16, 2007CR8th 20238th NACAN
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2023-2024OHLBrantford Bulldogs61135164
2024-2025OHLBrantford Bulldogs52264672

As the 2025 NHL Draft approaches, one name that has been generating significant buzz is Jake O’Brien. This young center from Brantford has been turning heads with his impressive performances and has firmly established himself as a top prospect. We’ll take a closer look at O’Brien’s journey, his strengths, and what makes him a standout player in this year’s draft class.

Early Years and Development

O’Brien’s journey to the NHL Draft began in his hometown of Brantford, Ontario. From a young age, it was clear that he had a natural talent for hockey. His dedication to the sport and relentless work ethic set him apart from his peers. As he progressed through the ranks, O’Brien’s skills continued to develop, and he quickly became a key player for the Bulldogs.

Scouting Report

Hockey IQ and Playmaking: O’Brien’s ability to read the game and make smart, quick and decisive decisions with the puck is one of his standout qualities. He processes the game at an elite level, often creating opportunities out of seemingly thin air. His vision and passing abilities allow him to set up Grade “A” scoring chances for his teammates.

Puck Skills and Scoring Ability: He has a quick, deceptive release and a “shoot-to-score” mentality, and is a constant threat in the offensive zone. He handles the puck well in tight spaces and uses his quick hands to generate scoring chances. His ability to control the tempo of the game with calm decision-making and poise under pressure makes him a valuable asset. He is also a beast in puck protection.

Two-Way Play and Defensive Reliability: O’Brien is highly responsible defensively, staying on top of opponents during puck battles and showing the quickness to cover for teammates. He excels in puck possession, forechecking, and creating offensive opportunities from defensive plays. His defensive game is complemented by his ability to block shots, win puck battles, and make quick outlets to transition from defense to offense.

Work Ethic and Compete Level: One of O’Brien’s most admirable traits is his relentless work ethic. He consistently puts in second and third efforts on loose pucks and battles hard in all zones. His team-first mentality and willingness to play physical elevate the performance of his teammates. O’Brien’s leadership qualities make him a player that coaches can rely on in crucial moments. There will be a letter on his jersey one day in the NHL.

Areas for Improvement: There aren’t many but, there are areas where he can continue to develop. Improving his faceoff efficiency and skating mechanics will be critical to his transition to the NHL. Additionally, gaining physical strength will help him handle tougher matchups and be a more reliable option in important moments of the game.

Conclusion

Jake O’Brien’s combination of skill, hockey IQ, and work ethic make him a top prospect for the 2025 NHL Draft. As he continues to develop and refine his game, there’s no doubt that he has the potential to become a standout player in the NHL. Keep an eye on this rising star as he takes the next step in his hockey journey.

Matthew Schaefer – Erie Otters – Player Profile

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Matthew Schaefer of the Erie Otters. Photo by OHL Images.
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6’2”183Sep 5, 2007DL1st 20231st NACAN
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2023-2024OHLErie Otters5631417
2024-2025OHLErie Otters1771522

When it comes to the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, few names have generated as much buzz as Matthew Schaefer. As a defenseman playing for the Erie Otters in the Ontario Hockey League, Schaefer has quickly become a standout player, drawing attention from scouts and fans alike. With the Draft on the horizon, it’s time to take a closer look at this promising young talent.

Early Career and Development

Matthew Schaefer’s journey to becoming a top prospect began at a young age. Known for his dedication and work ethic, Schaefer has consistently demonstrated his commitment to improving his game. His time with the Erie Otters has been marked by steady progress and impressive performances, making him a key player for the team, regardless of the time he has missed due to injuries.

Scouting Report

Versatility and Mobility

One of Schaefer’s most notable attributes is his versatility. As a left-handed defenseman, he excels at both ends of the ice. His elite mobility, intelligence, and anticipation make him a formidable presence in puck handling and rushes. Schaefer’s ability to move the puck up the ice and control the pace of the game is a testament to his skating agility and hockey IQ.

Offensive Prowess

Offensively, Schaefer is a constant threat. He keeps opponents on their toes with his movement, creating opportunities for his teammates. His shot will not overpower goaltenders but accuracy and shooting with a purpose makes his shot dangerous. He is difficult to counter, and can exploit openings and create scoring opportunities with his vision and elite level playmaking.

Defensive Reliability

Defensively, Schaefer is just as impressive. He logs significant minutes on the top pair and is trusted by his coaches in all situations. His ability to anticipate plays and his fluid skating ensure that he is rarely caught out of position. Even when taking offensive risks, Schaefer’s calculated approach minimizes dangers for his team. He is also elite at retrieving pucks and quickly transitioning the other way.

Physicality

Schaefer is not afraid to engage physically. In one-on-one situations, he uses his size and strength to his advantage, making him a well-rounded defenseman capable of handling the physical demands of the game.

Achievements and Highlights

Schaefer’s performance at the Hlinka-Gretzky Tournament further solidified his status as a top prospect. With 5 points in 3 games for Team Canada, he showcased his ability to perform on the international stage. His contributions have not gone unnoticed, and he is widely regarded as the best defensemen eligible for the 2025 NHL Draft.

Conclusion

Matthew Schaefer is the perfect example of the modern defenseman. His combination of versatility, mobility, offensive prowess, defensive reliability, and physicality make him a highly sought-after prospect. As the 2025 NHL Draft approaches, all eyes will be on Schaefer to see where his promising career will take him next.

Porter Martone – Brampton Steelheads – Player Profile

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Porter Martone of the Brampton Steelheads. Photo by Terry Wilson/OHL Images.
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6’3”208Oct 26, 2006RWR5th 20224th NACANADA
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2022-2023OHLSarnia Sting296713
2022-2023OHLMississauga Steelheads3213922
2023-2024OHLMississauga Steelheads60333871
2024-2025OHLBrampton Steelheads38234467

Strengths:

Power Forward Skill Set: Martone’s size and strength are key features of his playing style. He is skilled at using his body to shield the puck, particularly along the boards and in front of the opposing net. His ability to take and deliver hits establishes him as a prime power forward, a player that NHL teams highly seek.

    • Puck Control and Offensive Instincts: Martone has impressive puck control for his size. He shows good skill in tight areas and can make clever plays even in crowded situations. His quick shot and powerful release are valuable assets for scoring.
    • Hockey IQ and Playmaking: Martone possesses a strong hockey IQ, especially in his ability to analyze the game and make effective choices when he spots an opponent’s error. His skill in creating plays enhances his goal-scoring talent, making him a dual threat on offense.
    • Physicality and Competitive Edge: Martone plays with a mean streak, often engaging physically and not shying away from battles. His energy and intensity on the ice contribute to his ability to consistently win puck battles and be a force along the boards.
    • Performance Under Pressure: Martone’s ability to perform in high-stakes situations, such as international tournaments, has turned heads. His contributions in key moments in critical games, highlight his impact when the stakes are highest.

    Areas for Improvement:

    1. Skating: While Martone is effective with his size and skill, his skating is currently average for the National Hockey League. Improving his skating could elevate his game to the next level.

    Overall Assessment: Porter Martone is a highly coveted prospect for the 2025 NHL Draft due to his rare combination of size, skill, and mentality. His ability to blend power and skill has made for numerous entertaining moments this season. With continued development, particularly in his skating, Martone has the potential to be a major threat in the offensive zone in the NHL.

    Michael Misa – Saginaw Spirit – Player Profile

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    Michael Misa of the Saginaw Spirit. Photo by Natalie Shaver/OHL Images
    HTWTDOBPOSSHOHL DRAFTNHLCSNAT
    6’1”185Feb 16, 2007CL1st 20223rd NACANADA
    SEASONLEAGUETEAMGPGAPTS
    2022-2023OHLSaginaw Spirit45223456
    2023-2024OHLSaginaw Spirit67294675
    2024-2025OHLSaginaw Spirit43404686

    When it comes to the 2025 NHL Draft, one of the stand outs is Michael Misa. This young talent has been making waves in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Saginaw Spirit, and for good reason. His exceptional skills and relentless work ethic have scouts and fans buzzing with excitement.

    Strengths

    1. High-End Skating: Misa is an outstanding skater. His incredible speed and skillful edgework help him navigate around defenders effortlessly. He can create scoring chances even in tight situations.
    • Offensive IQ Misa has an impressive hockey IQ for someone his age. His ability to see plays and think creatively on the ice makes him a constant threat to score. He skillfully connects with his teammates, finding them even in difficult spots and high-risk situations.
    • Playmaking Skills: In hockey, making quick and smart choices is essential. Misa stands out for his ability to set up plays. He excels in give-and-go situations, staying ahead of his rivals and proving to be a valuable player for any team.
    • Versatility: Misa is a reliable player in every aspect of the game: offense, defense, and special teams. He shows strong awareness and takes responsibility on the ice. Coaches trust him in important moments, such as during penalty kills or when facing tough opponents.
    • Transition Game: Misa excels at turning defense into offense. His skillful zone entries and inventive rush plays consistently create excellent scoring opportunities. This ability makes him a significant threat during transitions.

    Areas for Improvement

    1. Consistency in 5-on-5 Play: Misa has shown some great moments, but it is important for him to play well consistently during games. This steady performance will be key to his growth as a player.
    • Physicality: Enhancing Misa’s physical engagement during board battles and boosting his strength will help him adjust to the physical demands of the NHL and perform at the top level.
    • Risk Management: Misa’s high-risk, high-reward style of play can sometimes lead to turnovers. Improving his decision-making in these situations will be essential for his success.

    Conclusion

    Michael Misa is an exciting player to follow as he approaches the 2025 NHL Draft. His impressive skating, sharp hockey sense, and strong puck skills set him apart as a leading prospect. If he continues to improve his game, Misa could become a top NHL forward who excels in any situation.

    Keep your eyes on this rising star—Michael Misa is poised to make a significant impact in the hockey world!

    OHL CUP U16 AAA TOP 10 RANKINGS: WEEK 11

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    Toronto, ON – The Ontario Hockey League today announced the Week 11 edition of the weekly U16 AAA rankings for the 2025 OHL Cup Showcase Tournament hosted by the Greater Toronto Hockey League.

    The 2025 OHL Cup will feature 20 teams consisting of talent eligible for the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. Starting with three Wild Card Play-In matchups on Monday, March 24, all games will be played at the Scotiabank Pond in Toronto until the Championship Final moves to the Mattamy Athletic Centre on Friday, March 28.

    The Huron-Perth Lakers and Ottawa Valley Titans are both climb this week’s list while the Vaughan Kings are also up to number nine in Week 11.

    The weekly rankings are determined by a panel of OHL Central Scouting staff and represent the top teams that are competing to play in the annual year-end championship tournament.

    U16 AAA Rankings for the 2025 OHL Cup – Week 11

    RANK:TEAM:LAST WEEKWEEKS RANKED
    1Don Mills Flyers (GTHL)111
    2Detroit Little Caesars210
    3Toronto Titans (GTHL)311
    4Toronto Jr. Canadiens (GTHL)411
    5Huron-Perth Lakers (ALLIANCE)611
    6Ottawa Valley Titans (HEO)711
    7Sun County Panthers (ALLIANCE)  511
    8Toronto Marlboros (GTHL)810
    9Vaughan Kings (GTHL)104
    10Halton Hurricanes (OMHA)92
        
    HMOakville Rangers (OMHA)–5
    HMToronto Red Wings (GTHL)–9
    HMYork-Simcoe Express (OMHA)–1

    CHL Team of the Month presented by CCM: January 2025

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    TORONTO, ON — The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) announced today the January edition of the CHL Team of the Month presented by CCM for the 2024-25 regular season.

    F – Ben Kindel (Calgary Hitmen / WHL)
    8G-20A, 28 PTS, +20 in 14 GP in January

    Having led all skaters in the Western Hockey League (WHL) and CHL in scoring over the last month with 28 points (8G-20A), 2025 NHL Draft prospect Ben Kindel of the No. 9-ranked Calgary Hitmen (WHL) is making his first appearance of the 2024-25 season in the CHL Team of the Month. Held off the scoresheet on just two occasions through January, the 17-year-old from Coquitlam, B.C., recorded eight multi-point outings, including a career-high five points (2G-3A) against the Moose Jaw Warriors on January 22. Between November 8 to January 12, Kindel recorded a point in 23 straight games, setting a new franchise record for the longest point streak by a Calgary Hitmen player – besting the previous mark of 20 consecutive games set by Pavel Brendl in 1999. Kindel’s strong play in January was no doubt also important to his team’s success. Since New Year’s Day, Calgary has won 12 of 15 games (12-2-0-1) and they moved into the CHL Top-10 Rankings for the first time this season in January. Kindel’s offensive outburst has helped him climb up to fourth in CHL scoring in 2024-25. His 81 points rank as the second-most by a 2025 NHL Draft prospect in the CHL, as he sits behind Saginaw Spirit forward Michael Misa (88 points) among that group. Kindel also ranks third in the WHL in scoring, trailing only Spokane Chiefs forward Andrew Cristall (89 points) and Medicine Hat Tigers forward Gavin McKenna (88 points). Identified by NHL Central Scouting as the 20th-ranked skater in North America ahead of the 2025 NHL Draft, Kindel was one of 17 CHL players ranked by NHL Central Scouting among the top 20 North American skaters in their Midterm Rankings. Earlier this season, the 5-foot-10, 175-pound forward was one of 13 CHL forwards to help Team CHL defeat the U.S. National Under-18 Team last November in the inaugural 2024 CHL USA Prospects Challenge presented by Kubota Canada. Selected 43rd overall (2nd Round) by the Calgary Hitmen at the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, Kindel won a gold medal playing for Team Canada at the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup last summer.

    F – Gavin McKenna (Medicine Hat Tigers / WHL)
    7G-19A, 26 PTS, +17 in 11 GP in January

    Fresh off his experience at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship with Team Canada, 2026 NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna of the No.7-ranked Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) is making his third appearance of the 2024-25 campaign in the CHL Team of the Month. Not only is he the lone player in the CHL to be featured on the CHL Team of the Month for a third time this season, McKenna is also the only one to have made more than one appearance in 2024-25. In January, averaging 2.36 points per game, McKenna tallied seven goals and 19 assists for 26 points in 11 contests. His 26 points ranked second in both CHL and WHL scoring for January, trailing only Calgary Hitmen forward Ben Kindel (28 points). Over the last month, McKenna recorded nine games with two points or more, which included tallying his fourth career WHL hat-trick in a 7-3 Tigers’ victory over the No.4-ranked Everett Silvertips on January 29. The 17-year-old from Whitehorse, Yukon, is currently in the midst of a 26-game point streak, having registered 59 points (18G-41A) in 26 straight WHL contests dating back to November 4. McKenna’s current 26-game point streak is the second longest in the CHL this season, behind only London Knights forward Easton Cowan (29 straight games). McKenna also hit a major milestone on January 31 against the Portland Winterhawks when he reached 200 career points in his 118th career regular season game. The latter made him the third-fastest skater in the WHL to hit the mark since 1996, trailing only reigning NHL Rookie of the Year and Regina Pats alumnus Connor Bedard (107 games) and Calgary Hitmen alum Pavel Brendl (96 games). McKenna’s performances have played a big part in the Tigers’ current 13-game point streak (12-0-0-1), which saw the team string together 12 victories in a row and climb to second in the WHL’s overall standings. Last month, Medicine Hat also made its return to the CHL Top-10 Rankings for the first time since October 22. As of February 5, with 87 points in 42 games, McKenna sits tied for second in scoring in the CHL, just one point shy of the leader Spokane Chiefs forward Andrew Cristall. Taken first overall in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, the reigning WHL and CHL Rookie of the Year captured gold for Team Canada at both the 2024 IIHF World U18 Championship and the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. Most recently, at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship, McKenna became the eighth youngest player to ever suit up for Team Canada at a World Juniors. Following the 2023-24 season, McKenna was named a member of both the CHL’s Third All-Star and All-Rookie Teams after he registered 97 points in 61 games as a 16-year-old.

    F – Rémi Gélinas (Rouyn-Noranda Huskies / QMJHL)
    14G-6A, 20 PTS, +6 in 12 GP in January

    Having led both the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) and the CHL with 14 goals during January, Rémi Gélinas of the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies (QMJHL) is making his first career appearance in the CHL Team of the Month. The 19-year-old from St-Eustache, Que., didn’t fail to register a point in all 12 of his contests last month. Specifically, Gélinas lit the lamp in 10 games in January and he also registered four multi-goal outings during that time. By tallying a point in his dozen appearances last month, Gélinas has now scored a point in all 14 games he has played in since coming back from the holiday break on December 29. His current 14-game point streak is the longest active point streak in the QMJHL. Over the month of January, Gélinas also recorded six multi-point games, including a pair of consecutive three-point contests against the Sherbrooke Phoenix and the No.2-ranked Moncton Wildcats on January 9 and 11 respectively. Gélinas has only played 16 career games in the QMJHL. He made his way to the QMJHL from the Hawkesbury Hawks of the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL) and made his debut with the Huskies on December 13. After failing to register a point in his first two career games in the QMJHL, Gélinas has since found the scoresheet in each of his last 14 appearances. Currently averaging 1.63 points per game, Gélinas ranks as the second-most productive player in the QMJHL behind only that league’s scoring leader Jonathan Fauchon of the Rimouski Océanic (1.64 points per game). Looking ahead to his future Gélinas has committed to play NCAA Division I hockey for Clarkson University and join that program for the start of the 2026-27 hockey and academic year.

    D – Zayne Parekh (Saginaw Spirit / OHL)
    11G-10A, 21 PTS, +14  in 10 GP in January

    Having led all CHL and OHL defencemen with 11 goals and 21 points in January, Calgary Flames prospect Zayne Parekh of the Saginaw Spirit (OHL) is making his first appearance of the 2024-25 season in the CHL Team of the Month. In 10 games in January, the 2024 Memorial Cup Champion produced a point in all but one contest, which included matching a career-best five points (3G-2A) against the Guelph Storm on January 18. Impressively, over the last month, the 18-year-old from Nobleton, Ont., also scored a goal in six different contests and registered a pair of hat tricks. Thanks to his offensive output in January, let alone his current nine-game point streak, Parekh leads all CHL defencemen with 24 goals and 67 points this season. If Parekh were to reach 30 goals in 2024-25, he would become only the sixth defenceman in CHL history to have repeated as a 30-goal scorer (QMJHL: David Ezard & Jonathan Gauthier; OHL: Bobby Orr; WHL: Greg Hawgood & Paul Buczkowski). Additionally, in January, Parekh officially became the Spirit’s all-time leading scorer among defencemen, as he now has recorded 78 goals and 122 assists for 200 career points in 158 OHL regular-season games. Last season, in addition to helping the Saginaw Spirit to their first-ever Memorial Cup title, Parekh became the first Spirit player to ever be named the CHL Defenceman of the Year. Having been chosen to the CHL’s First All-Star Team after amassing 96 points in 66 games in 2023-24, Parekh is one just two CHL blueliners over the last 20 years to have topped 95 points in a single season. By going ninth overall to the Calgary Flames at the 2024 NHL Draft, Parekh became the highest-drafted player in Saginaw Spirit history. The 18-year-old was originally taken by Saginaw with the 19th overall pick of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection. He has previously helped Canada to gold at the 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup and he competed for Team Red at the 2024 Kubota CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in Moncton, N.B.

    D – Chase Reid (Soo Greyhounds / OHL)
    1G-18A, 19 PTS, +10 in 12 GP in January

    After registering one goal and 18 assists in 12 games in January, 2026 NHL Draft prospect Chase Reid of the Soo Greyhounds is making his first-ever appearance on the CHL Team of the Month. Playing in his first full month in the OHL, the 17-year-old from Chesterfield, Michigan, led all CHL rearguards with 18 assists in January, and he trailed only Saginaw Spirit blueliner Zayne Parekh (21 points) in terms of scoring by a defenceman. No rookie defenceman in the CHL, let alone any first-year skater in the OHL, had more points in January than Chase Reid. In total, the Greyhounds blueliner recorded six multi-point outings, including a trio of three-point efforts (vs. PBO on Jan. 3; @ PBO on Jan. 16; vs. KIT on Jan. 29). Thanks to his strong play in January, Reid is currently averaging 1.20 points per game during the 2024-25 campaign, which ranks first among CHL rookie blueliners and sixth among all defencemen in the OHL. For his efforts over the last month, Reid was recognized as the OHL’s Rookie of the Month for January – making him the first defenceman to earn this award since Zayne Parekh achieved the feat in December 2022. Reid joined the Greyhounds from the Bismarck Bobcats of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) in December. Since making his debut on December 11, the 17-year-old has collected 24 points (2G-22A) over 20 games in his first season in the OHL. The former seventh-round (125th overall) pick by the Greyhounds in 2023 is a December 30, 2007 birthday, and he won’t be eligible for the NHL Draft until 2026.

    G – Alexis Cournoyer (Cape Breton Eagles / QMJHL)
    5-2-0-1 record, 1.61 GAA, .946 SV% & 2 SO in 8 GP in January

    Having led the CHL with a .946 save percentage and two shutouts in January, goaltender Alexis Cournoyer of the Cape Breton Eagles (QMJHL) is making his first career appearance in the CHL Team of the Month. Over his eight starts, the 20-year-old from Trois-Rivières, Que., allowed one goal or fewer on six occasions during the last month. The latter included a pair of shutouts: the first of which saw Cournoyer turn aside all 28 shots he faced against the Acadie-Bathurst Titan on January 3, before he later registered a 21-save shutout against the Chicoutimi Saguenéens on January 26. Cournoyer also made a career-high 34 saves in an important 5-1 victory over the Acadie-Bathurst Titan on January 4. Over the last month, Cournoyer also recorded a 1.61 goals-against average, which ranked third among goalies in the CHL in January. His performance last month no doubt was a big part of the Eagles’ 7-2-1-1 record in January, as Cape Breton seeks to climb the QMJHL standings ahead of the playoffs. Having only joined the Eagles in December, Cournoyer has had an immediate impact. His 1.62 goals-against average and .946 save percentage are the best of any QMJHL goaltender in 2024-25 who has played more than 500 minutes this season. Before his time in Cape Breton, the 20-year-old had previously only played in two career QMJHL regular-season games with the Shawinigan Cataractes. Specifically, Cournoyer was acquired from the Baie-Comeau Drakkar in exchange for a 9th-round draft pick in 2026 on December 19 to help support in the absence of Nashville Predators prospect Jakub Milota who spent his holidays representing Czechia at the 2025 World Juniors. Prior to joining the Eagles this season, Cournoyer was playing with the Truro Bearcats of the Maritime Junior Hockey League (MHL), where he had a .927 save percentage and a 2.83 goals-against average in 21 starts in 2024-25.

    CHL Top-10 Rankings presented by Delta Hotels by Marriott: London holds firm at No.1 for a tenth straight week, while Barrie reenters the Top 10

    Posted on by Dominic Tiano

    TORONTO, ON — Today, the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) announced the Week 17 edition of its CHL Top-10 Rankings for the 2024-25 season.

    Holding a CHL-best 38 wins and a .819 points percentage, the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) remain in the top spot for a tenth week in a row. Meanwhile, having climbed up a pair of places, the Moncton Wildcats of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) are back in second – sitting among the top three for the 14th time in 16 weeks. Only the Knights have more wins and a better points percentage across the CHL than the Wildcats (36 wins & .804). Lastly, having also jumped up two spots, the Rimouski Océanic of the QMJHL rank among the top three for the first time since October 22. The 2025 Memorial Cup hosts have earned a point in 13 of their last 14 (11-1-1-1), including 11 wins over that stretch, and trail only Moncton in the QMJHL overall standings.

    Among other notable changes to this week’s rankings is the return of the OHL’s Barrie Colts to the Top 10 for the first time in a month. With a point in eight straight games (7-0-1-0), the longest active streak of its kind in the OHL, the Colts have climbed up to tenth. Additionally, a pair of Western Hockey League (WHL) clubs are among this week’s biggest risers. With seven wins over their last nine, averaging 6.00 goals per game over that stretch, the Spokane Chiefs are up to sixth. Plus, amid the longest active point streak in the CHL at 13 games (12-0-0-1), the Medicine Hat Tigers have risen for a second straight week – this time to No. 7.

    The next rankings will be released the week of February 10, following the 18th week of regular season action in all three member leagues of the CHL.

    CHL Top-10 Rankings – Week 17
    1. London Knights (OHL)
    2. Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL)
    3. Rimouski Océanic (QMJHL)
    4. Everett Silvertips (WHL)
    5. Kitchener Rangers (OHL)
    6. Spokane Chiefs (WHL)
    7. Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL)
    8. Windsor Spitfires (OHL)
    9. Calgary Hitmen (WHL)
    10. Barrie Colts (OHL)

    For information and details about each individual club ranked in the CHL’s latest Top-10 Rankings, please visit chl.ca/video/2024-25-chl-top-10-rankings-week-17.

    LARDIS, GEORGE AND CLOUTIER NAMED OHL TOP PERFORMERS OF THE WEEK

    Posted on by Dominic Tiano

    Toronto, Ont. – The Ontario Hockey League today announced Top Performers of the Week for the week of regular season games ending Sunday, October 13, 2024.



    Bulldogs’ Nick Lardis Named Cogeco OHL Player of the Week

    Chicago Blackhawks prospect Nick Lardis of the Brantford Bulldogs is the Cogeco OHL Player of the Week, registering seven goals, two assists and nine points in three road wins last week.

    Lardis opened the week with a goal on Thursday in a 3-2 win over the North Bay Battalion. He followed up with a two-goal, one-assist performance in 6-4 victory over the Soo Greyhounds on Friday. The 5-foot-11, 185lb. right-winger closed out the week with a career-high five-point performance on Sunday, registering four goals and an assist to earn first star honours in a 9-3 win against the Sudbury Wolves.

    The 19-year-old from Oakville, Ont., leads all OHL skaters in goals and ranks second in points this season with 48 goals, 33 assists, and 81 points in 47 games. Selected in the third round (67th overall) by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2023 NHL Draft, Lardis has recorded 132 goals, 101 assists, and 233 points in 216 regular season games over four seasons spent between the Bulldogs and Peterborough Petes after being drafted sixth overall by Peterborough in the 2021 OHL Priority Selection. He has also found success on the international stage, winning bronze with Team Canada at the 2023 IIHF U18 World Championship.

    Also considered for the award this week, Calgary Flames prospect Zayne Parekh of the Saginaw Spirit tallied three goals and five assists over three games. Fellow Flames prospect Jacob Battaglia of the Kingston Frontenacs also impressed, notching eight points (3-5-8) in three contests.

    2024-25 Cogeco OHL Players of the Week – Regular Season:
    Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Nick Lardis (Brantford Bulldogs)
    Jan. 20 – Jan. 26: Zayne Parekh (Saginaw Spirit)
    Jan. 13 – Jan. 19: Tuomas Uronen (Kingston Frontenacs)
    Jan. 6 – Jan. 12: Kocha Delic (Sudbury Wolves)
    Dec. 30 – Jan. 5: Liam Greentree (Windsor Spitfires)
    Dec. 28 – Dec. 29: Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires)
    Dec. 16 – Dec. 22: Marco Mignosa (Soo Greyhounds)
    Dec. 9 – Dec. 15: Ryan Roobroeck (Niagara IceDogs)
    Dec. 2 – Dec. 8: Beckett Sennecke (Oshawa Generals)
    Nov. 25 – Dec. 1: Blake Montgomery (London Knights)
    Nov. 18 – Nov. 24: Joey Willis (Saginaw Spirit)
    Nov. 11 – Nov. 17: Joey Willis (Saginaw Spirit)
    Nov. 4 – Nov. 10: Sam Dickinson (London Knights)
    Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Marco Mignosa (Soo Greyhounds)
    Oct. 21 – Oct. 27: Sam Dickinson (London Knights)
    Oct. 14 – Oct. 20: Liam Greentree (Windsor Spitfires)
    Oct. 7 – Oct. 13: Calvin Crombie (Brantford Bulldogs)
    Sept. 30 – Oct. 6: Kevin He (Niagara IceDogs)
    Sep. 25 – Sept. 29: Michael Misa (Saginaw Spirit)



    Attack’s Carter George Named OHL Goaltender of the Week

    Los Angeles Kings prospect Carter George of the Owen Sound Attack is the OHL Goaltender of the Week for the second time this season, going 2-0 with a 2.00 goals-against average and a .937 save percentage.

    Turning aside 59 shots last week, George stopped 30 of the 31 shots that came his way on Saturday in a 3-1 victory against the Ottawa 67’s. The 6-foot-1, 190lb. netminder returned between the pipes on Sunday, making 29 saves on 31 shots to earn second star honours in a 5-3 win over the Brampton Steelheads.

    An 18-year-old from Thunder Bay, Ont, George holds an 8-17-2-3 record this season with a 3.53 goals-against average and .902 save percentage over 31 games. Drafted in the third round (53rd overall) by Owen Sound in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection, George is in his third OHL season, with a career record of 38-41-8-6, a 3.28 goals-against average, .907 save percentage, and four shutouts in 97 regular season games played. Selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the second round (57th overall) of the 2024 NHL Draft, George earned recognition as the OHL’s Top Academic High School Player and Scholastic Player of the Year in 2023-24. He was also voted to the League’s Third All-Star Team and the First All-Rookie Team. On the international stage, he claimed gold with Team Canada at both the Hlinka Gretzky Cup and the Under-18 World Championship last season.

    Also considered for the award this week, Edmonton Oilers prospect Nathan Day of the Flint Firebirds was excellent, going 1-0-0-1 with a 1.44 goals-against average and .953 save percentage, while Buffalo Sabres prospect Ryerson Leenders of the Brantford Bulldogs played to a 2-0 record, along with a 2.50 goals-against average and .924 save percentage.

    2024-25 OHL Goaltenders of the Week – Regular Season:
    Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Carter George (Owen Sound Attack)
    Jan. 20 – Jan. 26: Austin Elliott (London Knights)
    Jan. 13 – Jan. 19: Nolan Lalonde (Soo Greyhounds)
    Jan. 6 – Jan. 12: Easton Rye (Peterborough Petes)
    Dec. 30 – Jan. 5: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
    Dec. 28 – Dec. 29: Ben Hrebik (Barrie Colts)
    Dec. 16 – Dec. 22: Nathan Day (Flint Firebirds)
    Dec. 9 – Dec. 15: Ryerson Leenders (Brantford Bulldogs)
    Dec. 2 – Dec. 8: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
    Nov. 25 – Dec. 1: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
    Nov. 18 – Nov. 24: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
    Nov. 11 – Nov. 17: Carter George (Owen Sound Attack)
    Nov. 4 – Nov. 10: Andrew Oke (Saginaw Spirit)
    Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
    Oct. 21 – Oct. 27: Nathan Day (Flint Firebirds)
    Oct. 14 – Oct. 20: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires)
    Oct. 7 – Oct. 13: Finn Marshall (Sudbury Wolves)
    Sept. 30 – Oct. 6: Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires)
    Sept. 25 – Sept. 29: Jack Ivankovic (Brampton Steelheads)



    Spirit’s Jacob Cloutier Named OHL Rookie of the Week

    Saginaw Spirit forward Jacob Cloutier is the OHL Rookie of the Week, recording three goals in three games played.

    Cloutier opened the week with a goal on Thursday in a 9-5 loss to the Saginaw Spirit. After a 5-4 win over the Kitchener Rangers on Saturday, the 5-foot-10, 170lb. right-winger registered a pair of goals on Sunday, helping the Spirit skate past the Soo Greyhounds 5-2.

    Selected in the second round (35th overall) by Saginaw in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection, the Ottawa, Ont., native has tallied 18 goals, 20 assists, and a league-leading 38 points among rookies in 47 games this season. Appearing in four games with the Spirit during the 2023-24 campaign, Cloutier spent the majority of last season with Saginaw’s GOJHL affiliate, the Chatham Maroons, where he recorded 31 points (11-20-31) in 29 contests.

    Also considered for the award this week, Beckham Edwards of the Sarnia Sting recorded four points (2-2–4), while Niagara IceDogs netminder Matthew Humphries went 0-0-0-1 with a 2.77 goals-against average and .927 save percentage.

    2024-25 OHL Rookies of the Week – Regular Season:
    Jan. 27 – Feb. 2: Jacob Cloutier (Saginaw Spirit)
    Jan. 20 – Jan. 26: Dimian Zhilkin (Saginaw Spirit)
    Jan. 13 – Jan. 19: Chase Reid (Soo Greyhounds)
    Jan. 6 – Jan. 12: Lev Katzin (Guelph Storm)
    Dec. 30 – Jan. 5: Ethan Belchetz (Windsor Spitfires)
    Dec. 28 – Dec. 29: Carson Harmer (Saginaw Spirit)
    Dec. 16 – Dec. 22: Logan Hawery (London Knights)
    Dec. 9 – Dec. 15: Liam Beamish (Sarnia Sting)
    Dec. 2 – Dec. 8: Lev Katzin (Guelph Storm)
    Nov. 25 – Dec. 1: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
    Nov. 18 – Nov. 24: Gavin Betts (Kingston Frontenacs)
    Nov. 11 – Nov. 17: Beckham Edwards (Sarnia Sting)
    Nov. 4 – Nov. 10: Carter Stevens (Guelph Storm)
    Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
    Oct. 21 – Oct. 27: Cole Zurawski (Flint Firebirds)
    Oct. 14 – Oct. 20: Alessandro Di Iorio (Sarnia Sting)
    Oct. 7 – Oct. 13: Pierce Mbuyi (Owen Sound Attack)
    Sept. 30 – Oct. 6: Beckham Edwards (Sarnia Sting)
    Sept. 25 – Sept. 29: Ethan Belchetz (Windsor Spitfires)

    OHL ANNOUNCES TOP PERFORMERS OF THE MONTH FOR JANUARY

    Posted on by Dominic Tiano

    Toronto, ON – The Ontario Hockey League today announced Top Performers of the Month for January.


    Player of the Month – Tuomas Uronen (Kingston Frontenacs)
    Vegas Golden Knights prospect Tuomas Uronen has been red hot since returning from the World Juniors, where he won a silver medal while representing Finland. The 19-year-old scored in all nine of his January matchups, finishing with 10 goals, 13 assists and 23 points along with a plus/minus rating of plus-6. Uronen had multi-point finishes in eight of his nine outings, entering the month of February on a run of eight straight as part of an active 11-game point streak dating back to December 14. He posted back-to-back four-point efforts on January 19th and 22nd as the Frontenacs defeated Erie and Ottawa on home ice.

    A product of Kerava, Finland, Uronen has come back strong from an injury-shortened 2023-24 season with the Ottawa 67’s. Acquired by Kingston over the summer, Uronen has produced 62 points (26-36–62) over 40 contests with a plus/minus rating of plus-18 while collecting eight power play goals and four game winners. He was Vegas’ sixth round (192nd overall) pick in 2023 and was chosen by Ottawa 57th overall in the 2023 CHL Import Draft.

    Also considered for the award this month, Frontenacs teammate and Calgary Flames prospect Jacob Battaglia recorded 23 points (9-14–23) over 11 games. Washington Capitals prospect Ilya Protas of the Windsor Spitfires was also excellent, registering 22 points (11-11–22) over nine outings.


    Defenceman of the Month – Zayne Parekh (Saginaw Spirit)
    Nobody was matching the offensive output of Calgary Flames first round pick Zayne Parekh on the back end in January. The Saginaw Spirit rearguard finished the month with 11 goals, including a pair of hat-tricks, 10 assists and 21 points over 10 games along with a plus/minus rating of plus-14. Parekh produced points in all but one January matchup, with a five-point effort that included a hat-trick on January 18 against the Guelph Storm headlining his resume. Parekh added another hat-trick as part of a four-point effort on January 26 in Ottawa. This marks the third time in Parekh’s career that he’s received OHL Defenceman of the Month honours, following previous recognition in March 2024 and November 2023.

    An 18-year-old from Nobleton, Ont., Parekh sits tied for the OHL lead in points by a defenceman with 61 (22-39–61) through 40 games in his third OHL season. The ninth overall pick of the 2024 NHL Draft by Calgary, Parekh became the Spirit’s all-time leading scorer among defencemen this past month as he enters February with career totals that include 76 goals, 118 assists and 194 points over 156 regular season games. Last year’s OHL Defenceman of the Year and Memorial Cup champion, Parekh was selected by Saginaw with the 19th overall pick of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection.


    Goaltender of the Month – Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
    Draft eligible London Knights netminder Aleksei Medvedev continued his strong rookie performance in the month of January, going 4-1-1-0 with a 1.99 goals-against average and .937 save percentage with one shutout. Medvedev made 177 saves in January, helping the Knights maintain their position at the top of the OHL standings. He registered a season-high 40-save performance on January 10 as the Knights beat the visiting Windsor Spitfires 5-1 and followed-up that performance with a 32-save shutout on January 17 as the Knights blanked the Guelph Storm 6-0. Medvedev enters February on the heels of back-to-back wins, including a 27-save effort on Friday as London beat Erie 4-2. Medvedev was also the OHL’s Rookie of the Month this past November.

    A 17-year-old originally from St. Petersburg, Russia, Medvedev owns a record of 17-5-1-0 with a 2.46 goals-against average, .923 save percentage and two shutouts through 25 games this season. London’s second round (38th overall) pick in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection, Medvedev competed for the Western Conference in last month’s Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game, and is the second-ranked North American goaltender on NHL Central Scouting’s mid-term list. Medvedev spent the 2023-24 season with the GOJHL’s St. Thomas Stars, going 11-15-0 in 28 regular season appearances.

    Also considered for the award this month, Kitchener Rangers goaltender Jackson Parsons played to a mark of 7-2-0-1 with a 2.35 goals-against average and .915 save percentage while Buffalo Sabres prospect Ryerson Leenders of the Brantford Bulldogs went 7-1-0-1 with a 2.73 goals-against average and .912 save percentage.


    Rookie of the Month – Chase Reid (Soo Greyhounds)
    Chase Reid‘s first full month in the Ontario Hockey League was nothing short of outstanding as the 17-year-old defender put up a goal and 18 assists for 19 points over 12 games. Reid’s January featured a plus/minus rating of plus-10, and was headlined by a pair of three-assist showings against the Peterborough Petes, contributing to a total of six multi-point performances. Reid is the first defenceman to earn Rookie of the Month recognition since Zayne Parekh in December 2022.

    A 17-year-old from Chesterfield, Michigan, Reid joined the Greyhounds from the NAHL’s Bismarck Bobcats in December, and has collected 24 points (2-22–24) over 19 games in his first season. The former seventh round (125th overall) pick by the Greyhounds in 2023 is a December 30, 2007 birthday, and won’t be eligible for the NHL Draft until 2026.

    2024-25 OHL Performers of the Month:

    Player of the Month:
    January – Tuomas Uronen (Kingston Frontenacs)
    December – Beckett Sennecke (Oshawa Generals)
    November – Sam Dickinson (London Knights)
    October – Michael Misa (Saginaw Spirit)

    Defenceman of the Month:
    January – Zayne Parekh (Saginaw Spirit)
    December – Henry Mews (Ottawa 67’s)
    November – Sam Dickinson (London Knights)
    October – Luca Marrelli (Oshawa Generals)

    Goaltender of the Month:
    January – Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
    December – Ben Hrebik (Barrie Colts)
    November – Jackson Parsons (Kitchener Rangers)
    October – Joey Costanzo (Windsor Spitfires)

    Rookie of the Month:
    January – Chase Reid (Soo Greyhounds)
    December – Lev Katzin (Guelph Storm)
    November – Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights)
    October – Ethan Belchetz (Windsor Spitfires)