Game played on 10/3/2024.
General Game Notes: In front of an electric home crowd, Barrie struggled to generate consistent pressure against a more organized Brampton squad, ultimately falling 4-1. The Colts, missing some key veterans, couldn’t match Brampton’s sustained offensive play, especially from the dominant top line of Porter Martone, Angus MacConnell, and Carson Rehkopf. These three were pivotal, scoring twice within 18 seconds in the second period to break the deadlock. Both goaltenders had strong starts, with Barrie’s Sam Hillebrandt facing significant pressure early on, but it was Brampton’s Jack Ivankovic who stood out, frustrating the Colts with numerous big saves. Despite Barrie breaking through late in the game, Ivankovic’s stellar play ensured Brampton maintained control throughout, leaving the home fans disappointed. Scout: Mike Crawford
Sam Hillebrandt (G, L, 6’0″, 168, Barrie Colts, 02/21/2005)
Grade: B
Comments: Sam was the busier of the two goaltenders that played in this game and for the most part was as steady as his counterpart on the other end of the ice. Either way the iron of the nets played a huge role in the outcome of this game as the winning Brampton team was hitting the inside of the bars and the losing team seemed to hit the metal of the outside of these said bars of the goals. That’s just the way it seemed to be going tonight and Sam was sound with his rebounds and needed to be as the opposing teams players were constantly buzzing around Sams net all night long. Maybe some of the saves Sam made were not as spectacular as his counterparts but they were definitely as dangerous. Sam will win his fair share of these similar games and this I am sure of as he is a very good butterfly keeper that stood his ground the entire game.
Bradley Gardiner (C, R, 6’1″, 190, Barrie Colts, 03/06/2005)
Grade: B
Comments: Bradley had an impressive game tonight as he and his line mates were a consistent threat to score throughout the game and if not for the outstanding performance by the opponents goaltender the game could have had a different outcome. Early in the game Bradley had at times appeared to play in a tentative manner, physically, he did start to warm up his competitive juices once his line mates showed that they weren’t going to be pushed around. As the line became more physically assertive the game swung in their direction and the line started to get more and more opportunities in the opponents end of the ice. If this line is kept together, we may see them start to do what the team needs, which is more goals.
Emil Hemming (RW, R, 6’1″, 205, Barrie Colts, 06/27/2006)
Grade: B
Comments: Emil has started the season off well on the offensive side of the puck and needs to work on his defensive coverage in this league, as it appears that the styles of play which he may be used to, are different. This OHL league is most likely a more physical style and the players may be bigger in size. The speed of the game is probably not much different but the top players may have more scoring skills and therefore his attention to defensive responsibilities need to improve. Emil scored a PP goal but was on the ice for two goals against while playing even strength. He also had 4 shots on the net, while seemingly getting used to playing with his new line mates. All in all Emil looked like he started to become more comfortable as the game wore on.
Cole Beaudoin (C, L, 6’2″, 209, Barrie Colts, 04/24/2006)
Grade: B
Comments: This was Cole’s first game back from his initial taste of an NHL professional tryout, and he appeared to play somewhat in a lackadaisical manner throughout. This team is going to need Cole to play like he is capable of playing if he is going to continue to climb the ladder of success. No steps can be missed and no shifts are to be taken off and Cole will not fall off this ladder he must climb. Many players come back from their first setback and have a little letdown but Cole should get back to last seasons form shortly and be the leader that the Utah team chose as their first round pick this past NHL draft. Cole will help himself by finding more speed to his stride as he is already a very strong Jr. A player. The speed of the game when playing against men vs youths is most likely the most notable difference Cole experienced and he should find the speed needed by working hard with his skills coaches. On a more positive note, Cole was the only player who was winning a higher percentage of his face offs. 11/18. Every other player that was responsible for taking face offs on his team was below 50%.
Bode Stewart (C, L, 6’0″, 167, Barrie Colts, 02/09/2006)
Grade: B+
Comments: Bode was one of the bright spots, along with his linemates Moses and Gardiner, that performed up to par and at times, together, were moving well towards the opponents net. When they did have a positive influence on the offensive side of the puck, it was very impressive and Bode was especially effective because he was keeping the puck moving while asserting his physical presence . His leadership on his line mates was contagious and as the game wore on the unit was becoming more and more effective in all areas of the ice. It will be interesting to see if this line can keep up the positivity flowing towards the oppositions net, and then finish when the opportunities for goals happen.
Kashawn Aitcheson (D, L, 6’1″, 198, Barrie Colts, 09/21/2006)
Grade: B+
Comments: Letting this relatively young defender try to lead his team in all areas, could be asking a bit much as the veteran laden visiting team eventually wore out Kashawn on this night. Even still Kashawn was his team’s best all round player and was constantly answering the bell for his coaches and teammates. This player can rush the puck and carry the puck out of his end with ease showing that he will not lose puck possession by making forced mistakes and is a force for his team both while playing on the offensive special teams or when asked to double shift on occasion. It was a joy to watch this draft eligible player take on each responsibility given and accept it with no questions asked. I see one of the best players eligible for the upcoming draft and he soon will be a professional that can perform in every category required for the top pro leagues sooner than later.
Shamar Moses (RW, R, 6’1″, 210, Barrie Colts, 05/06/2007)
Grade: B
Comments: A young player who was getting to the net and also getting his shots on the net, which were being saved by an opposing keeper that was just simply better on this night. Shamar may have to revisit his missed opportunities tonight and probably wonder if he had shot the puck to an area of the net or if he should have finished his shot with more precision as it appeared to us that he was relatively wide open and had plenty of time to do so. This was a very good game though for Shamar as he was making good decisions with his passes, back checking and finishing his physical checking assignments well for the night. When Shamar starts to score on his chances his grade will go up along with his confidence.
Jack Ivankovic (G, L, 5’11”, 178, Brampton Steelheads, 05/22/2007)
Grade: A-
Comments: Jack was one of his teams best players and because of it was allowing his defence men to mainly contain and clear rebounds for the entire game. Jack was only beaten one time in this game and that was when the opposing team was playing with a man advantage. Jack almost stopped this breakaway goal also, but the puck had eyes and went between his blocker side arm and his body, falling just over the goal line. I’m not sure if Jack intentionally gives the shooter an opening and then takes it away just in the nick of time, or if Jack’s reflexes are extremely fast, when he responds to the shot direction. Whatever Jack is doing he should continue doing it as he was one of the best players for both teams in this game. His post to post coverage is excellent and again not travelling too far and waiting to react to the shot direction before he makes his movements. If the shot is high Jack stays up on his feet to make the save and if it is along the ice on either side Jack stays square and uses his appropriate pad that is required. This guy is a # 1 keeper and is only in his second season in this league.
Jakub Fibigr (D, L, 6’0″, 171, Brampton Steelheads, 07/22/2006)
Grade: B+
Comments: Jakub is a great two way player that had a decent game where he didn’t get out of position unless he saw an opportunity to jump into the rush on offence. When he does move forward it is quick and precise. His passes are accurate and never off their mark. We think that if Jakub was to play with skaters like himself that he would dominate at this level of play. In the mean time he just is a pleasure to watch when he defends and has come to understand that in most instances he can just steal pucks with his poke checks, due to his good gap control and tight positioning. Jakub is stronger now than last season and just needs to ride out the opposing players along the boards rather than having to try to put them through the boards with a big hit. By the end of this season Jakub will be one of his team’s top defenders.
Carson^Rehkopf|
Grade: B+
Comments: Outside of a bit of a feeling out process with his getting used to his new teammates, Carson settled in and moved the puck around appropriately. Carson is very aware of when to give the puck and go to open spaces and if he has the opposing checkers desperately chasing him, he changes direction showing good puck protection skills and also having a plan as to where he is going once he has changed the direction of play. His patient approach when playing on the PP was never in doubt and he looks like a pro when he goes through the patterns that his coaches have set up. Three assists on the night and he could have had a couple of goals also had it not been for the opposing teams goaltenders.
Angus Macdonell (C, L, 5’10”, 181, Brampton Steelheads, 05/01/2005)
Grade: B+
Comments: Angus was not getting distracted in this game and was emotionally under control for the entire game. He was being double shifted at times when needed to play with other forward combinations and just took it in stride. A lunch bucket type of player that surprisingly has a very good set of hands in and around the opposing teams net. Two goals on this night and was insatiable for his puck pursuit game. Should be his last season in this league and will most likely be moving ahead to the professional leagues after this season.
Mason Zebeski (LW, L, 6’1″, 186, Brampton Steelheads, 10/04/2005)
Grade: B
Comments: Mason is a very effective checking player that takes the body any way that is permissible under the rules of the game. When you play against this type of a player you better have your head on a swivel and be aware of where he is or you are going to be on the receiving end of some sort of physicality directed at you. One could say that Mason plays on the edge of the rules and actually enjoys his role given by his coach. Mason keeps you honest and he also has a good enough skill set that could get him some very important offensive points if you take any shifts off when you are playing against him.
Gabriel Chiarot (F, L, 5’11”, 192, Brampton Steelheads, 09/17/2006)
Grade: B
Comments: Gabriel is becoming a player that could get some attention this season from NHL teams as his game is an honest , hard working checking style type and he also can create offensive turnovers, due to his surprising skating speed and puck pursuit game. Gabriel gets on the puck carriers in a hurry and unassumingly has a technique and strength to knock the opposing teams puck carriers off the puck. He is a tireless worker and has gained his coaches confidence to use him in any defensive situation. Many times tonight Gabriel caused a hurried pass or deflected/blocked a shot. By mid season, this player will gain more and more opportunities to play in an increased responsibility role, if he keeps up his effort. This is a team player.
Luke Misa (C, R, 5’10”, 170, Brampton Steelheads, 02/28/2005)
Grade: B
Comments: Luke is a play maker that can be utilised on the PP or the PK as he is one of the fastest skaters in the league and does this when carrying the puck or not. You see Luke controlling the play in all areas of the ice with his speedy offensive puck carrying skill set and ability to draw opposing defenders to him before distributing the puck to an open team mate.This player allows for the team to maintain puck control almost every shift he plays and that is what this game requires because if you have the puck more than the other team you have a better chance to win.
Porter Martone (RW, R, 6’3″, 196, Brampton Steelheads, 10/26/2006)
Grade: A-
Comments: Porter was on tonight and was dominating with his shot hitting the net and he scored two highlight goals when he blasted rockets past a very good goaltender on the opposing team. This guy can control the boards with his strength and stick skills and in front of the net of the opposing team is also quite a handful for the defenders. Porter will be in the conversation with the top eligible players in this years upcoming NHL draft just because he is such a dominating offensive player.
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