Played on Nov 9, 2025
Game Played in Sudbury Arena
General Game Notes: November 9, 2025 – The Peterborough Petes faced off against the Sudbury Wolves on the road in a high-scoring, back-and-forth contest. Despite a strong late push from Sudbury that nearly completed the comeback, it was Petes forward #26 Aiden Young who led the way with two goals, powering Peterborough to a hard-fought 5–4 victory.
Adam Levac (C, R, 5’11”, 166, Peterborough Petes, 06/27/2008)
Game Rating
B-
1 Viewing
Comments: Levac made several strong plays throughout the game by collecting pucks along the walls and extending possession through effective cycle work. He showed good awareness and composure under pressure, helping create sustained zone time for his line. Off the rush, he was assertive—challenging defenders with pace and making smart reads, including well-timed slip and drop passes that generated quality offensive looks.
Adam Novotny (LW, L, 6’1″, 206, Peterborough Petes, 11/13/2007)
Game Rating
A-
1 Viewing
Comments: Novotny brings an impressive blend of size, skill, and grit, showcasing high-end talent on a consistent basis. His second-period shift was a perfect example of what makes him so dynamic—he forced a turnover, beat a defender one-on-one with quick hands and a skilled individual move, distributed the puck smartly, drove to the net, and finished the play himself by burying a rebound on a wraparound. Throughout the game, he consistently attacked with speed and purpose, challenging defenders off the rush and using his size to get inside positioning. Around the net, he was a constant threat—displaying quick hands, balance through contact, and a heavy shot that allowed him to generate offense in tight. Novotny’s ability to combine power, finesse, and determination makes him a true difference-maker every time he’s on the ice.
Aiden Young (LW, L, 5’10”, 182, Peterborough Petes, 04/18/2007)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Young is a speedy, high-motor forward who’s constantly in motion—both with and without the puck. He excels at timing his routes, often arriving late as the trailer on the rush to create open looks in the high slot. His ability to get inside the dots and release pucks in stride makes him a dangerous scoring threat. That was on full display in the second period when he took advantage of a soft backcheck, gained separation through the middle, and ripped a quick-release wrist shot that beat the goaltender cleanly. His pace, awareness, and willingness to attack open ice make him an offensive catalyst every time he’s on the ice.
Colin Fitzgerald (C, R, 6’2″, 211, Peterborough Petes, 04/01/2008)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Fitzgerald plays a hard, honest, two-way game built on effort, structure, and maturity. He doesn’t rely on flash or finesse to beat opponents one-on-one; instead, he plays a straight-line, north-south style that emphasizes pace, puck protection, and getting pucks on net. He owns a quick release and a heavy, accurate shot—highlighted by a beautiful goal off the rush where he attacked the net and ripped a bullet just under the glove and over the pad. His commitment to backchecking, combined with his willingness to lean on opponents and win puck battles, makes him a dependable, all-situations player. With his strong work ethic and responsible approach, Fitzgerald projects as a valuable two-way forward with plenty of upside as he continues to develop.
Yanis Lutz (C, L, 5’11”, 159, Peterborough Petes, 05/11/2008)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Lutz is a dynamic skater who thrives when attacking off the rush. He’s most effective when using his speed to play at pace, forcing defenders onto their heels and creating space for himself. His ability to deceive opponents with quick moves and sharp edgework allows him to get into prime scoring areas. He owns a wicked, quick release and a highly accurate shot—something he showcased on his first goal, where he picked up a puck in stride, slipped it under the defender’s triangle, and pulled it from backhand to forehand before ripping a bar-down bullet.
Matthew Perreault (D, R, 5’11”, 166, Peterborough Petes, 07/28/2009)
Game Rating
B-
1 Viewing
Comments: Perreault is a right-shot defenseman who plays a strong two-way game, showing confidence and control when moving pucks up the ice. He’s effective in transition, using his skating and awareness to join the rush and support offensive plays without sacrificing his defensive responsibilities. He retrieves pucks efficiently, showing composure under pressure and a clear plan of action — whether it’s making a quick, short pass to relieve pressure or spotting a lane and stretching the ice with a long breakout feed. His ability to read the play and execute clean exits allows his team to stay on the attack and maintain possession.
Matthew Soto (RW, R, 5’11”, 178, Kingston Frontenacs, 08/31/2005)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Soto is the type of player the puck seems to find in the offensive zone. He has a shoot-first mentality and consistently finds ways to generate opportunities. Whether it’s filtering into the high slot off the rush or slipping into soft pockets of space in-zone, he’s able to get pucks to the net with both power and a quick release. His ability to stay in motion and position himself for second-chance opportunities makes him a constant threat. By keeping his feet moving and staying engaged around the puck, Soto regularly creates quality looks and forces opposing goaltenders to stay sharp.
Trevor O’Dell (D, L, 6’3″, 182, Sudbury Wolves, 07/17/2006)
Game Rating
B-
1 Viewing
Comments: O’Dell is a big, physical, stay-at-home defender who plays a steady, reliable game in his own end. He uses his size and long reach effectively to close gaps, separate players from the puck, and take away time and space from opposing forwards. He defends hard, leaning on opponents and winning battles along the walls and around the crease. With the puck, he keeps things simple—making smart outlet passes, chipping pucks out under pressure, and using his skating to create separation when needed. While his foundation is defensive, he also showed flashes of offensive ability, using his hands and vision to move pucks with confidence and make the right play under pressure.
Kieron Walton (C, L, 6’5″, 229, Sudbury Wolves, 04/22/2006)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Walton is a power-forward who uses his size and skill to impact play at both ends of the ice. He shows soft hands for a big man and can make plays while moving at pace, which is impressive given his frame. On the power play, he effectively collects pucks, moves them to the net, and creates scoring chances. He consistently wins puck battles and drives to the hard areas, using his size and strength to his advantage. While his defensive game can be refined, he shows effort in his own zone and is capable of breaking up plays with his body.
Daniel Berehowsky (C, R, 5’10”, 187, Sudbury Wolves, 09/29/2006)
Game Rating
B-
1 Viewing
Comments: Berehowsky is a skilled, pacey winger who makes plays when given space. He uses his skating, puck skills, and hockey sense to create offense rather than relying on physical dominance. He actively supports the rush, finds pockets in the offensive zone, and gets involved in scoring chances. He plays with his head up, as shown on the first goal of the game where he located a seam, fired a shot through traffic, and had it tipped home by a teammate, highlighting his vision and offensive awareness.
Rowan Henderson (C, L, 5’11”, 187, Sudbury Wolves, 12/10/2007)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Henderson is a responsible two-way centreman who plays a mature game and impacts all three zones. He skates well, showing good mobility and pace, allowing him to support defensively and transition up ice efficiently. He’s reliable on the penalty kill and strong on the forecheck, disrupting plays and creating turnovers with an active stick and good anticipation. Offensively, he has the tools to contribute when given space—making smart decisions with the puck and supporting the play. A prime example came on the Wolves’ first goal, where he positioned himself net-front, held his ground, and tipped home a puck with precision, showcasing his ability to get to the hard areas and finish effectively.
Artyom Gonchar (D, L, 6’1″, 167, Sudbury Wolves, 10/25/2006)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Gonchar is a mobile, puck-moving defenseman who plays with confidence and pace. He uses his skating ability to lead breakouts and transition the puck up ice with control, often making crisp, tape-to-tape passes to start the attack. He isn’t afraid to activate offensively and will join the rush when the lane presents itself, showing an aggressive mindset with the puck. While his willingness to make high-end plays can sometimes lead to turnovers—as seen in the first period when a risky play resulted in a giveaway—his confidence remains unwavering. That same confidence paid off in the third period, when he walked the blue line, kept his head up, and ripped a bullet of a shot past the goaltender for a goal. Gonchar plays with assertiveness and skill, and as he continues to refine his decision-making, he has the tools to be a dynamic offensive defenseman.
Nathan Villeneuve (C, L, 6’0″, 197, Sudbury Wolves, 04/13/2006)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Villeneuve is a strong, competitive two-way centreman who impacts the game in multiple areas. He plays with pace and intensity, constantly driving the middle of the ice and creating offense through effort and skill. He’s strong on the puck, using his body and balance to protect it and extend plays, often drawing defenders in before finding open teammates. Villeneuve owns a heavy, accurate shot and can finish from distance, but also shows the ability to make quick touch passes in tight. He’s reliable in all three zones—tracking back hard defensively, supporting low, and showing awareness in coverage. He plays with edge, isn’t afraid of contact, and consistently gets to the interior to generate chances — as was shown on his goal he scored with a quick hard release, making no mistake from the slot area.
Luca Blonda (D, R, 5’10”, 186, Sudbury Wolves, 11/25/2008)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Blonda is a smooth skating, puck-moving defenseman who contributes at both ends of the ice. He moves the puck effectively, supports the rush, and isn’t afraid to jump into the play offensively when the opportunity arises. On the power play, he was excellent, often acting as the quarterback—dictating puck movement and finding shooting lanes when available. Defensively, he shows solid awareness, using his stick and mobility to break up plays and transition the puck out of his zone. His ability to control the puck and make clean exits limits time spent defending, allowing him to push play up ice efficiently and maintain possession under pressure.
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