| HT | WT | DOB | POS | SH | OHL DRAFT | NHLCS | NAT |
| 6’ | 190 | Apr 13, 2006 | C | L | 3rd 2022 | 60th N.A. | CAN |
| SEASON | LEAGUE | TEAM | GP | G | A | PTS |
| 2021-2022 | HEO U18 | Navan Grads | 30 | 26 | 41 | 67 |
| 2022-2023 | OHL | Sudbury Wolves | 55 | 12 | 10 | 22 |
| 2023-2024 | OHL | Sudbury Wolves | 56 | 23 | 27 | 50 |
Despite bouncing around the lineup due to the Wolves’ depth at center, Nathan Villeneuve had a very productive season in what must have been a challenging year with all the shuffling of the lineup.
If I had to identify one clear area of improvement from last season, it would be Villeneuve’s skating. He has clearly put in work, and his skating looked quicker across the board – from his first strides to top speed. While he was always a technically sound skater, the added quickness is a real asset.
Villeneuve demonstrates impressive intensity and a strong work ethic. He plays an aggressive, physical game, battling hard on opposition defenses and along the boards while driving hard to the net with and without the puck. His intensity, physicality, and net-driving ability are major assets.
Villeneuve has an excellent shot with a quick release and good accuracy. He also has the vision to create scoring chances for his teammates. Though he can contribute offensively at the next level, it’s his attention to detail in all facets of his game that will make him stand out.
Villeneuve was suspended for 15 games for violating the OHL social media Policy. I don’t believe it should have any baring on his draft position.
OHL Writers 