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Charles Desmet (RW, R, 6’0″, 170, Gatineau Olympiques, 04/13/2007)
Game Rating
C+
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Comments: Charlie is a hardworking and gritty forward who excels in both offensive and defensive zones. While his reaction time could improve for even greater effectiveness, he’s not afraid to mix it up with bigger players, showing his physicality on the ice. He demonstrates excellent hustle, consistently getting to the puck first on dump-and-chase plays. His forechecking pressure is a standout, as he delivered two clean, hard hits that kept defenders on edge. On the backcheck, he showed great awareness, stripping his man of the puck and transitioning back to offense. Charlie is also reliable in blocking shots, although he could work on locating the puck quicker after the block to ensure better control and transition. Overall, his work ethic, physicality, and commitment to both ends of the ice make him a valuable player who brings energy and tenacity to his team.
Julien Paille (LW, L, 6’0″, 200, Gatineau Olympiques, 09/10/2004)
Game Rating
B+
Julien Paillé possesses quick hands that make him a reliable source of offense for his team. His precision on the ice is evident in his ability to create scoring opportunities, as seen in a beautiful tip-in goal and effective zone entries. When in possession of the puck on his stick, Julien’s skillset shines through with great control and vision. He has a natural talent for finding open teammates and creating scoring chances. However, Julien can improve by balancing his instincts with a better understanding of when to pass versus shoot. On the power play, he consistently delivers accurate shots from the point. While his passing accuracy is generally effective, there are instances where he loses control of pucks, which can be minimized by refining his release and stick placement.
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Comments: Julien is a forward with excellent stick handling and a long reach, which allows him to navigate around defenders and keep the puck moving efficiently. He showcased his playmaking ability by dictating a 3-on-1 opportunity, making a quick, precise pass that forced the defenseman out of position. He moves up the ice with control and intelligence, although he could refine his shot selection, as he rushed a wrist shot into the pads of a defender when he had more time. When given space, Julien’s hard snap shot is a real weapon, often difficult for goalies to contain. He’s also a dedicated shot blocker, showing great commitment to his defensive responsibilities. In a key moment, Julien used his patience to hold onto the puck as a defender dropped to block a shot, firing it through the defender’s legs and past the goalie to open the scoring for his team. His combination of smart playmaking, powerful shooting, and defensive awareness makes him a well-rounded contributor on both ends of the ice.
Justin Blais (D, L, 5’11”, 190, Gatineau Olympiques, 09/27/2007)
Game Rating
B
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Comments: Justin is a defenseman with excellent hockey IQ, always keeping his head on a swivel to assess his options and make quick decisions. While he sometimes tries to force passes that aren’t there in the defensive zone, creating dangerous chances for the opposition, his overall awareness and ability to read the play are strong. He does a great job retrieving the puck and using his quick puck movement to initiate fast zone exits. One of his standout skills is his powerful shot—he unloaded a one-timer that left the goalie with no chance, showcasing his ability to generate offensive opportunities from the blue line. With continued refinement in his decision-making, Justin has the potential to become even more reliable in both ends of the ice.
Jeremie Dumas (D, L, 6’3″, 194, Gatineau Olympiques, 03/09/2005)
Game Rating
B
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Comments: Jeremie is a physical defenseman who brings strong effort and a solid presence to the ice. He excels at stepping up at the blue line to create turnovers and apply contact, disrupting the opposition’s play. While his hustle is commendable, he could improve his transition skating to move more efficiently, especially when joining the rush. As a big player, Jeremie has the ability to use his size effectively but needs to be more assertive with the puck; his stick is lifted too easily, and he lost possession, resulting in a penalty. He also needs to improve his one-on-one coverage, as he tends to get beat by quick wide movements and hasn’t fully utilized his size to control his man. On the offensive side, his quickness with crossovers and decision-making needs work, especially when creating offense from the point. In one instance, he pushed his man into his own goalie, preventing the goalie from making a save. Jeremie has a lot of potential, and with refinement in these areas, he can become a more well-rounded and dominant defenseman.
Jacob De Ladurantaye (D, L, 5’11”, 170, Gatineau L’Intrepide U18, 09/11/2007)
Game Rating
B
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Comments: Jacob is a defenseman with excellent quickness and agility, especially when moving backwards to stay in front of the puck carrier. His speed, combined with a quick stick, allows him to break up passes and quickly get the puck out of danger. He moves well with the puck and shows the ability to drive play, but he could improve his awareness of opponents when making outlet passes up the wall to avoid turnovers. Jacob possesses a strong shot from the point, able to release quickly and with power. While he has impressive puck-handling skills, he sometimes gets caught trying to do too much with the puck, and could benefit from making quicker decisions in those situations. Overall, Jacob has the tools to be a dynamic defenseman but could refine his decision-making and awareness to maximize his effectiveness.
Jan Golicic (D, L, 6’5″, 198, Gatineau Olympiques, 06/30/2006)
Game Rating
B+
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Comments: Jan is a big, physical defenseman with a strong presence on the ice. He excels at using his reach to make it difficult for opponents to beat him wide, keeping his man on the outside effectively. His physicality is an asset, as he’s quick to throw big hits and is tough to separate from the puck once he gains possession. Jan’s ability to step up on zone entries and use his stick to prevent opponents from setting up is a key strength. However, he needs to work on his foot speed when an opponent is driving wide, as he sometimes gives up too much space, leading to scoring chances. Additionally, Jan can be more assertive in the middle of the ice; when he gives his man too much room, it can result in quality scoring opportunities, as seen when an opponent buried a chance after being given space. While Jan’s physicality and reach are strong assets, improving his quickness and awareness in certain situations will help elevate his game.
Taos Jordan (D, L, 5’11”, 190, Gatineau Olympiques, 03/29/2004)
Game Rating
B+
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Comments: Taos is a physical and competitive defenseman who is always willing to engage in protecting his teammates and goalie. He doesn’t hesitate to get into opponents’ faces and plays with an edge, which is an asset in his defensive game. While he can be a bit aggressive in front of his own net, as seen when he got turned around and couldn’t locate the puck, leading to a dangerous scoring chance, he generally does a great job in his defensive zone. He’s also quick to respond to dump-out attempts, firing a quick shot on net that resulted in a goal. However, he needs to be more mindful of puck decisions in the offensive zone, as a soft backhand dump on the power play led to a turnover. Overall, Taos is a gritty defenseman with a good shot, but refining his puck management in key situations will be important for his development.
Jeremie Minville (LW, L, 6’0″, 190, Gatineau Olympiques, 04/08/2004, Bowling Green)
Game Rating
B+
This dynamic forward consistently demonstrates a strong ability to impact the game in various ways. He effectively uses his speed and agility to create opportunities and get open in front of the net. On offense, he showcases good vision, precision passing, and quick hands. On penalty kill, Jeremie excels at breaking up plays and transitioning the puck back up ice. In tight spaces, his chemistry with teammates is evident, particularly on give-and-go plays where he delivers accurate passes. His shot from the off-wing side also stands out, showcasing a heavy and accurate release. Overall, Jeremie’s work ethic and skillset make him a versatile and formidable player.
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Comments: Jeremie is a highly skilled forward who excels in puck control and creating offensive opportunities. He does a great job along the boards, using his strength to create traffic and gain possession. On the rush, he’s quick to capitalize, firing a hard snap shot that challenged the goalie’s ability to control the puck. Jeremie’s passing ability is elite, as he can find teammates in tight spaces, like on the power play where he threaded a perfect pass to the back door, only for the goalie to make a great save. His puck control is top-notch, able to fend off defenders and make precise passes when entering the zone. However, he showed some hesitation on a defensive play, allowing a rebound goal. Overall, Jeremie is an offensive threat with excellent vision and playmaking ability, but refining his defensive awareness will further elevate his game.
Justin Boisselle (RW, R, 6’0″, 190, Gatineau Olympiques, 05/16/2005)
Game Rating
B
This forward possesses a unique blend of speed and physicality, making him a formidable opponent on the ice. He showcases excellent instincts, often gaining possession of the puck with his quick feet and strength. His puck-handling skills are notable, particularly when initiating offense with precise passes to teammates. On penalty kill, he excels at applying pressure to defenders, forcing turnovers and disrupting plays. With strong skating abilities and vision, he creates scoring opportunities from loose pucks. His combination of skill sets makes him a valuable asset in all situations.
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Comments: Justin is a strong skater who excels with the puck on his stick, using his speed and agility to make plays in all areas of the ice. He applies excellent pressure down low, leaning on defenders and battling hard for puck possession. In the neutral zone, he works tirelessly to get on his man and fight for pucks, showcasing his tenacity. When entering the offensive zone, Justin isn’t deterred by contact; he keeps moving, shaking off checks to maintain possession and even manages to get a backhand shot on net. His combination of skating ability and determination makes him a consistent offensive threat.
Isaiah Parent (RW, R, 6’0″, 170, Gatineau Olympiques, 02/25/2005)
Game Rating
B+
Isaiah Parent is a skilled forward who creates offense through a combination of his abilities and work ethic. He displays great composure while navigating the blue line, often using quick moves to outmaneuver defenders. While he may occasionally struggle with clean passes, he generally recovers quickly and makes effective decisions. In front of the net, Parent effectively positions himself to create traffic and capitalize on loose pucks. He also shows flashes of his skillset in terms of his shot release, particularly with a spin-and-fire play that tests the goaltender’s abilities. Overall, Isaiah’s blend of creativity and determination make him an asset in the offensive zone.
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Comments: Isaiah is an incredibly quick player with excellent agility, especially through the neutral zone, where his crossovers and hands allow him to weave around opponents. While he’s dangerous with the puck on his stick, he needs to be more patient on zone entries, as he occasionally rushes passes and turns the puck over. His quick, hard strides keep defenders on edge, and he plays the pest role effectively, getting in on defenders and using his physicality to draw penalties. Isaiah has a strong shot but could be even more dangerous if he could close the distance to the net. One of his standout moments was when he used his phenomenal speed to beat out an icing call, then rifled the loose puck past the goalie, showing his scoring potential.
Hugo Marcil (D, R, 5’9″, 185, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 08/07/2004)
Game Rating
B+
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Comments: Hugo is a highly skilled puck-moving defenseman with the ability to explode quickly through the neutral zone, creating offensive opportunities with his speed and precise puck distribution. His physicality is a key aspect of his game, as he consistently steps up to make contact and impose himself on opponents. His combination of skating ability and physical presence makes him a reliable defender who can transition the puck effectively while also providing a strong defensive presence on the ice.
Sydney Gagnon (D, R, 5’11”, 166, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 11/16/2006)
Game Rating
C+
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Comments: Sydney is a quick and efficient defenseman who excels at winning battles along the wall, often sneaking in to pull the puck out and quickly transition the play up the ice. She shows strong offensive instincts, as demonstrated by her fantastic walk-in from the blue line, where she unleashed a quick, low shot that banked off the goalie’s pad and led to a scramble resulting in a goal. Her ability to create offense from the back end, combined with her quick thinking and puck-moving skills, makes her a valuable asset in both defensive and offensive situations.
Florent Houle (RW, R, 5’11”, 180, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 08/04/2007)
Game Rating
B
This skilled right winger is known for his agility, puck-handling, and hockey intelligence, making him a significant threat offensively. He excels in quick changes of direction and protects the puck well along the boards despite his size. As a smart positional player, Florent contributes effectively as the point man on power play, showcasing strong vision and decision-making. Offensively, he thrives in transition, executing precise passes and shots with ease. His touch is excellent, and he can handle difficult stretch passes to create scoring opportunities. With added physical strength, Florent’s dynamic game could become even more formidable.
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Comments: Florent is a dynamic forward known for his excellent forechecking ability, often pressuring defenders with active, relentless pursuit and quick stick lifts to regain possession. Once he has the puck, his hands are phenomenal, allowing him to stickhandle through tight spaces and evade defenders with ease. He’s also an effective playmaker, demonstrating his vision with a hard backhand pass to a teammate for a scoring opportunity. Florent’s quick stops and smart passes create offensive flow, especially when entering the zone, making him a constant threat in both playmaking and scoring situations.
Eliott Guenette (C, L, 5’10”, 145, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 08/12/2007)
Game Rating
C+
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Comments: Guenette is a highly active forward, especially in the defensive zone, where he consistently wins battles along the wall and makes key plays to support his team. He shows great awareness and determination with an excellent pin in the corner, followed by a smart play to kick the puck to an open defenseman for a clean zone exit. His hard-nosed style is evident as he draws a high-sticking penalty through his relentless work in battles and determination to stay involved in the play. Guenette is also adept at creating turnovers in open ice, using his stick lift to perfection to disrupt opponents’ possession. His competitive edge and physicality make him a valuable asset in both defensive and neutral zone play.
Olivier Lampron (C, L, 6’1″, 180, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 03/21/2007)
Game Rating
B
Olivier Lampron is a dynamic forward with a strong drive through the neutral zone, utilizing his speed and physicality to create scoring opportunities. His edgework allows for quick, sharp cuts, while his hands enable him to pull off impressive plays like creating a good scoring chance from a difficult pass. As a physical player, Olivier excels in battles along the boards and in front of the net, using his reach to protect the puck. In the offensive zone, he displays excellent awareness and speed, often beating opponents to pucks off faceoffs and exploiting gaps before they can react. His ability to accelerate into scoring areas makes him a constant threat, and his determination to get to the net adds a layer of grit to his game. While occasional lapses in positioning can lead to zone exits, Olivier’s combination of skill, physicality, and net-front presence make him a valuable asset on the wing.
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Comments: Olivier is a dynamic forward with excellent speed and offensive awareness. He showed great drive wide off a well-timed pass, using his speed to create a dangerous snapshot that caused chaos in front of the net, nearly resulting in a goal. His forechecking is top-notch, as he pressured the defense on a dump-in to force a turnover, quickly transitioning the play. Once in possession, Olivier made a smart play by getting the puck to the front of the net, leading to a goal. His ability to create opportunities and generate offense through his speed, forechecking, and net-front presence makes him a constant threat.
Hugo Primeau (C, L, 5’11”, 180, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 02/06/2004)
Game Rating
A-
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Comments: Hugo is a highly aware and versatile forward who excels in both offensive and defensive situations. He consistently finds loose pucks and makes plays happen, even when under heavy pressure, as demonstrated when he maintained control with two defenders on him and made a smart pass. A standout on the penalty kill, Hugo took key draws and was always in the passing lanes, disrupting the opposition’s power play. His speed is evident as he got in behind the defense for a breakaway, only to be hauled down without a penalty. Offensively, Hugo showed excellent vision, making a quick one-touch pass to spring a teammate on a scoring chance. His ability to step up in clutch moments was highlighted by his game-winning goal in overtime, where he held the puck, faked a pass, and fired a rocket wrist shot over the glove. His all-around play and ability to deliver in high-pressure situations make him a key contributor to his team’s success.
Louis-Alex Tremblay (D, R, 5’9″, 175, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 02/05/2007)
Game Rating
B+
Louis-Alex Tremblay is a skilled defenseman who consistently plays significant minutes on the power play, showcasing his ability to move the puck effectively. He excels at carrying the puck through the neutral zone with fluidity and accuracy, demonstrating strong vision. While he has some areas for improvement, particularly in deepening the attack, Louis-Alex’s combination of puck movement, vision, and work ethic make him a valuable contributor on special teams. However, there are key areas where his game requires refinement. His shot needs to be more powerful to become a consistent threat, and accuracy is an area that requires attention. Defensively, he can improve by being quicker to the loose puck and sharpening his awareness when joining the rush. With some adjustments in defensive positioning and decision-making, Louis-Alex has the potential to become a more well-rounded defenseman.
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Comments: Louis-Alex is a highly skilled defenseman with excellent puck control in the offensive zone. He has great vision, evidenced by a beautiful pass he made to a winger for a quick shot on goal. While his ability to distribute the puck is strong, he could work on getting more shots through to the net, as several attempts were blocked by shin pads. Louis-Alex shows great awareness and quick reactions, such as when he gathered a blocked shot and slid a perfect pass to a teammate for a goal. He excels on the penalty kill, consistently getting pucks out of the zone. His strong spatial awareness and ability to protect the puck using his body on dump-ins are key assets, as well as his impressive one-on-one battle skills. He keeps his feet moving, leans on opponents, and has a keen sense of where the puck needs to go, always positioning himself to make the right play.
Mavrick Lachance (C, L, 5’10”, 180, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 04/28/2006)
Game Rating
B+
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Comments: Maverick is a forward with impressive edgework, effectively evading forecheckers, though he could improve on making quicker puck decisions in high-pressure situations. His vision is outstanding, as demonstrated by a hard snap shot he fired through a tight window on the power play. He also showcased his ability to make quick plays, taking a pass and snapping a wrist shot past the goalie to score. Maverick excels in front of the net, using his quick feet to stay open for passing opportunities. He demonstrated great awareness, finding a loose puck, spinning, and firing it into the open cage. Additionally, he showed his playmaking ability by drawing defenders in and making a quick pass to an open teammate for a goal from the slot.
Thomas Rousseau (RW, R, 5’10”, 165, Sherbrooke Phoenix, 02/12/2008)
Game Rating
A-
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Comments: Thomas demonstrates solid defensive awareness, consistently working pucks up the wall and out of the zone effectively. However, he could improve his puck decisions, as he had opportunities to skate the puck out but opted to make a risky play by passing it backwards instead. Offensively, Thomas shows great potential, particularly when he positions himself as the third forward high in the slot. He capitalized on this by burying a loose puck during a goalie scramble, showcasing his ability to be dangerous around the net. With a bit more confidence in his puck decisions, he has the tools to be a strong contributor on both ends of the ice.
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