Hounds add Character and Leadership in acquisition of Dupuy
Soo Greyhounds General Manager Kyle Dubas announced this afternoon the club has acquired JEAN DUPUY from the Kingston Frontenacs in exchange for a 5th Round Selection in the2014 OHL Priority Selection (Niagara’s) and Conditional 15th Round Pick in 2016.
“Jean is a late birth 1994, who we feel adds an element to our team very similar to what Tyler Gaudet brought us last year, in an area we set out to address right from day 1. Jean is tenacious in pursuit of the puck, and maintains solid possession numbers when he has the puck. This season, though a small sample size, Jean has shown an ability to being a positive shot attempt player while playing a lot of minutes versus tough quality of competition and starting a majority of his shifts in the defensive zone. Jean plays the game in a way that fits the way our coaching staff wants to play it. He is physical but has a purpose to his physicality and is relentless in his effort” began Dubas.
The 6.03, 200-lb winger was originally selected in the 13th Round of the 2010 OHL Priority Selection by the Frontenacs. Through parts of three seasons in Kingston Dupuy has 8 goals and 8 assists in 95 games played.
Earlier this year the Orleans, ON product attended the training camp of the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets.
“Though it is not quantifiable, Jean’s character and leadership will also be a key asset to our Program. We are excited to welcome Jean and his family to Sault Ste. Marie” concluded Dubas.
The newest Greyhound is expected to arrive on Wednesday, and will make his debut this Friday at the Essar Centre versus the Plymouth Whalers. Game time is 7:07.
