Played on Oct 4, 2025
Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League
Game Played in Arena Glencore
Jacob Hamel (D, L, 5’11”, 177, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, 10/08/2008)
Game Rating
B
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Comments: 2008-born defenseman Jacob plays with confidence and strong offensive instincts from the blue line. He times his step-ups well, showing great anticipation and poise when challenging attackers at the line. Jacob showcased a quick, accurate snapshot from the point that got through traffic effectively, creating scoring opportunities. While his slap shot mechanics still need refinement — currently limiting his power and consistency — the foundation of his shooting form is solid and should improve with strength and technical work. He’s not afraid to pinch up and stay engaged in the offensive zone, though adding size and core strength will help him better protect the puck and maintain possession against stronger opponents. Jacob also demonstrates good situational awareness, as seen when he smartly delayed just long enough to force an icing call. Overall, he’s a composed, intelligent defender with developing tools and a good sense for timing and puck movement.
Charlie Benigno (RW, R, 6’1″, 187, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, 02/18/2008)
Game Rating
B+
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Comments: 2008-born forward Charlie plays with an aggressive edge that makes him a constant presence on the ice. He’s relentless on the forecheck and consistently drives hard to the net, creating traffic and chaos for defenders and goalies alike. Charlie showed great jump off the draw, winning faceoffs cleanly and generating quick scoring chances — one snapshot narrowly missed the far post. He’s extremely tough to move from the front of the net and is a handful in tight areas. His compete level stands out, hustling back after turnovers, though he needs to keep his feet moving to avoid unnecessary penalties. Charlie’s awareness is impressive — he reads plays well, anticipates turnovers, and positions himself effectively for steals and rebounds. He also plays with noticeable physical strength, delivering a massive open-ice hit on a big defender that set the tone. Overall, Charlie combines strength, awareness, and motor to make a real impact every shift.
Lars Steiner (RW, R, 5’10”, 177, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, 11/12/2007)
Game Rating
A-
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Comments: 2007-born forward Lars is a highly skilled and intelligent player who consistently makes an impact at both ends of the ice. He displays excellent puck control and accelerates smoothly while handling the puck, allowing him to create separation and maintain possession under pressure. Lars shows strong offensive awareness, positioning himself effectively in front of the goaltender to screen and battle for rebounds — capitalizing on one sequence by jumping on a loose puck and burying it with confidence. His hockey IQ is evident in all situations, particularly on the penalty kill, where he demonstrates composure and smart decision-making, using controlled delays to burn valuable time off the clock. Lars is also very active in the offensive zone, constantly moving to support the play and creating opportunities through effort and anticipation. Overall, he combines skill, speed, and awareness to be a reliable and dynamic presence whenever he’s on the ice.
Samuel Rheault (LW, L, 6’0″, 177, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, 10/21/2008)
Game Rating
B-
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Comments: 2008-born forward Samuel is a smart, skilled player who shows flashes of creativity and awareness in all three zones. He makes good decisions with the puck, such as executing a well-placed dump-in to start pressure, though adding a bit more motor on the forecheck would make him even more effective. Samuel demonstrated strong hands by cleanly pulling in an errant pass and quickly transitioning into a 2-on-1, where he made a smart, unselfish play sliding a pass across that just missed connecting. His quick feet and sharp start-and-stop ability allow him to create separation and frustrate larger, slower defenders. While he currently lacks upper-body strength, which limits his shot power and ability to win net-front battles, his positioning and hockey sense help compensate. He showed excellent hand-eye coordination with a deflection goal that found its way through the goalie and later displayed poise in traffic by holding his ground in front of the net to set up a linemate for an easy tap-in. Overall, Samuel is a quick, intelligent forward with good puck skills and offensive instincts who will become much more effective as he adds strength and consistency to his game.
Jace Evans (LW, L, 5’10”, 174, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies, 10/09/2008)
Game Rating
C+
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Comments: 2008-born forward Jace is a hard-nosed, competitive player who thrives in the gritty areas of the ice. He’s not afraid to battle in front of the net, consistently engaging physically and making life difficult for defenders. Jace’s willingness to block shots and use his speed to get into passing and shooting lanes shows his commitment to the team game and defensive responsibility. Offensively, he made a great play retrieving the puck behind the net and quickly feeding a pass out front that nearly resulted in a goal — a testament to his awareness and quick decision-making. His skating is strong in straight lines, but he could benefit from improving his quick directional changes, as he tends to lose momentum during transitions. Jace handles the puck well in open space, though his smaller frame can make it challenging to get through larger defenders in tight areas. Overall, he’s an energetic, fearless forward who combines effort, speed, and team-first play, and he’ll continue to elevate his game as he develops more agility and strength.
Egor Shilov (C, L, 6’1″, 177, Victoriaville Tigers, 04/30/2008, Boston University)
Game Rating
A-
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Comments: 2008-born forward Egor is a highly skilled and dynamic offensive player with elite puck control and timing. His confidence with the puck stands out — he carries it smoothly through traffic and makes creative plays, such as a slick cut across the slot to draw in a defender before dropping a perfect pass. On the power play, Egor showcased excellent vision and touch with a sharp dish to set up a scoring chance, followed by a well-timed one-timer from the off-wing. However, he can occasionally overhandle the puck, opting for an extra move instead of making the simple play, which has led to turnovers and missed opportunities. A lazy pass on the power play also resulted in a shorthanded rush against, indicating the need for more focus and consistency in decision-making. Despite that, his offensive instincts are undeniable — he created a prime scoring chance on a 2-on-1 with a precise saucer pass and later used his explosive speed to break behind the defense, forcing the goalie to make a big save on his quick-release shot. To round out his game, Egor should look to engage more physically instead of relying solely on stick checks. Overall, he’s a gifted playmaker with high-end speed and vision who has the potential to be a difference-maker as he adds strength and simplifies his game.
Deryk Lemaire (C, L, 6’1″, 177, Victoriaville Tigers, 04/23/2009)
Game Rating
C+
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Comments: 2009-born forward Deryk is an energetic player with developing offensive instincts and solid puck skills. He plays actively in the offensive zone, applying pressure on opposing defensemen and creating turnovers through smart positioning and effort. Deryk shows a good touch on the puck, highlighted by a quick and well-placed bank pass that helped his team gain controlled zone entry. However, he can get a bit nervous under pressure — when anticipating contact, he sometimes rushes decisions or turns the puck over instead of using his body to protect it. He has a tendency to turn away when approaching defenders, which opens up lanes and limits his ability to drive play effectively. In front of the net, Deryk needs to be more assertive; he occasionally allows opponents to take multiple jabs at the puck or goalie before engaging physically, reacting with cross-checks after separation rather than establishing control early. With improved composure under pressure and a stronger physical presence around the crease, Deryk has the potential to develop into a reliable, two-way forward who can contribute on both sides of the puck.
Cohen Paquet (D, L, 6’3″, 183, Victoriaville Tigers, 11/22/2008)
Game Rating
B
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Comments: 2008-born defenseman Cohen is a big, physical presence on the blue line who combines size, mobility, and a heavy shot to make a strong impact at both ends of the ice. He moves well with the puck and isn’t afraid to carry it up ice, showing confidence and decent hands for a player of his size. Cohen has a quick, hard release from the point, particularly on his snap shot, and does a good job sliding laterally along the blue line to find shooting lanes. Defensively, he uses his size to full advantage — he’s dominant along the wall, consistently banging and crashing to separate opponents from the puck, and he’s extremely difficult to play against in front of the net. His timing on open-ice hits is excellent, stepping up aggressively in the neutral zone to deliver clean, heavy contact. While his long reach helps him defensively, he can struggle to handle the puck smoothly while skating backward, which occasionally affects his transitions. A rushed shot that deflected off an opponent and led to a partial breakaway highlighted the need for a bit more patience under pressure. Cohen plays tough but clean, bringing a physical edge and competitive mindset that coaches love. As he continues to develop his puck-handling and awareness of backside threats, he projects as a strong, reliable two-way defenseman who’s hard to play against.
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