2025 ONTARIO HOCKEY LEAGUE PRIORITY SELECTION DRAFT

The 2025 OHL Priority Selection (pres. by Real Canadian Superstore) takes place from Friday, April 11 to Saturday, April 12. 2025 Erie Otters Draft Coverage is presented by Voodoo Brewing Company as part of “Voodoo Brewing Draft Weekend”.

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Be sure to visit the OHL prospective player page here, for all the Ontario Hockey League offers to its welcomed players.

DRAFT PICKS

DAY 1: ROUNDS 1-3

Round 1, Pick #12 – Jake Murray

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
1 12 Erie Jake

Murray

 C 6.01.75 176 Feb 26, 2009 Huron-Perth Lakers U16 AAA ALIU16

SCOUTING NOTES:

” Jake is a big center that was a big part of his team’s success this season. He is a good skater that has good speed when he gets going. The puck tends to follow him around in the offensive zone and he has good skill and quick hands to capitalize on chances he gets. Jake has the size and skill to be an effective player. ” – OHL Central Scouting

“Jake is a big, strong, powerful centerman. He is a leader and plays with a ton of passion. Jake drives the net hard and thrives in the dirty areas. Jake is hard to play against and wears his heart on his sleeve. We are thrilled to welcome Jake and the Murray family to Erie and look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

 

“It means everything,” Murray said. “It’s always fun watching Erie play and I’m pumped to get started, It means so much to me and my family. Erie can expect big things from me, a player who likes to lead on and off the ice with actions and examples, who likes to play hard and physical.”

Round 2, Pick #34 – Tyler Cooper

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
2 34 Erie Tyler Cooper C 5.10 158 Dec 06, 2008 Chicago Reapers 15U AAA IL-Mid

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Tyler is a highly skilled player who was instrumental in his team reaching the national finals this year. He consistently showcased his high-end skill and ability to finish, accumulating 49 goals and 59 assists throughout the season. Tyler possesses high-IQ, vision and creativity to go along with his skating ability. We are thrilled to welcome Tyler and his family to the Otters organization and look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

“Tyler is a skilled, cerebral forward with a nose for the net. He uses skill, skating ability, and high IQ to create offensively. We are excited to welcome Tyler and the Cooper family to the Erie Otters.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Operations Scott Grieve

 

DAY 2: ROUNDS 4-15

Round 4, Pick #74 – AJ Gladman

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
4 74 Erie AJ Gladman RD 6.04 196 Jan 19, 2008 Vaughn Kings U16 AAA GTHL

SCOUTING NOTES:

“AJ is a big mobile D with real good tools. He has a good stick and good feet, and has room to fill out physically. We are excited to welcome AJ and his family to the Otters” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

 

“AJ is a big, mobile defenseman who moves pucks efficiently and plays in all situations. He demonstrates a strong stick, an ability to box out opponents in front of the net and transition up ice quickly. We are thrilled to welcome AJ and his family to the Otters organization and look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

Round 4, Pick #81 (WSR) – Lyndon Cabral

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
4 81

from Windsor

 Erie Lyndon Cabral LW 5.10.5 177 Aug 15, 2009 Don Mills Flyers U16 AAA GTHL

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Lyndon was a key contributor to the Don Mills Flyers this season. He has a high-end shot and a knack for finding the back of the net. Lyndon competes all over the ice and plays a strong 200 foot game.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Operations Scott Grieve
“Lyndon is a natural goal-scorer who consistently demonstrates his finishing ability. He was an instrumental part of his team’s success this year, contributing on both sides of the puck. We are thrilled to welcome Lyndon and his family to the Otters organization and look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown.

Round 5, Pick #94 – Gage Hurst

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
5 94 Erie Gage Hurst G 6.02.25 182 Dec 08, 2009
Oakland Grizzlies 15’s
 HPHL

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Gage is an extremely athletic and poised goalie who has great movement east/west. He is extremely comfortable under pressure and demonstrates high compete. We are thrilled to welcome Gage and his family to the Otters organization and look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown 

“Gage is a big, athletic goaltender who moves well. Gage constantly gave his team a chance to win and always battles. We are very excited to welcome Gage and his family to the Otters organization.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

Round 5, Pick #99 (BAR) – Broden McArthur

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
5 99 Erie

from Barrie

 Broden McArthur RD 5.10.25 168 Feb 24, 2009 Dallas Stars Elite U16 T1EL16

“Broden is a mobile, offensive defenseman with good puck skills. He is real good in transition and getting pucks moving north to his teammates. Broden plays fast and has good feet. We are excited to be adding a player of Broden’s caliber to our organization and are thrilled to welcome him and the McArthur family to the organization.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Operations Scott Grieve

Round 7, Pick #134 – Mitchell Mars

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
7 134 Erie Mitchell Mars C 5.11.75 158 Jan 03, 2009 Fox Motors 15 T1EL15

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Mitchell is a true 200-foot player who contributes all over the ice in every situation. He possesses the ability to win battles in tough areas, finish with consistency and contribute on special teams as well. Mitchell was a leader on his team and we are thrilled to welcome Mitchell and his family to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

Round 8, Pick #154 – Solomon Wolf

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
8 154 Erie Solomon Wolf RD 6.04 185 Jan 25, 2009 Buffalo Jr Sabres 15 T1EL15

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Solomon is a big, lengthy right-shot defenseman who is mobile. He possesses good skating ability, which helps him escape the forecheck and transitions pucks up ice quickly. Solomon uses positive attributes to his advantage and we are thrilled to welcome him and his family to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown
“Solomon is a big, mobile defenseman who has great tools. He skates well, makes a good first pass and has a good stick. We are thrilled to add a player who is from the Erie area, and look forward to working with Solomon and on his continued development. We welcome the entire Wolf family to the Erie Otters.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

Round 9, Pick #174 – Lucas Ward

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
9 174 Erie Lucas Ward LD 6.01 166 Oct 07, 2009 Halton Hurricanes U16 AAA OMHA

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Lucas is a true throwback defenseman who uses his positive attributes to his advantage. He consistently engages physically in battles, separating opponents from the puck, and moves it to his forward with high efficiency. We are thrilled to welcome Lucas and his family to the Otters. It is not often that you have an opportunity to bring an alumni’s son into the organization. We look forward to seeing Lucas in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

“Lucas is extremely hard to play against on the back end. He is mean and makes life miserable for opposing forwards. Lucas plays a throwback style and thrives with physical contact. We are very excited to welcome Lucas and his family to the Erie Otters.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

Round 10, Pick #194 – Vaughn Barr

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
10 194 Erie Vaughn Barr G 5.11 166 Apr 17, 2009
Huron-Perth Lakers U16 AAA
 ALLIANCE

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Vaughn is a technically sound goaltender with great ability to read plays and anticipate where pucks are going. He possesses high compete, good agility, positioning and work around the posts. Every game Vaughn gives his team a chance to win. We are thrilled to welcome Vaughn and his family to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing Vaughn in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

Round 11, Pick #214 – Cayden Jackman

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
11 214 Erie Cayden Jackman C 6.00 160 Oct 25, 2009
St. Louis Blues AAA 15’s
 T1EL15

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Cayden plays an honest 200-foot game. He possesses a strong work ethic on both sides of the puck and an ability to finish in the home plate area. Cayden comes from a strong hockey bloodline and we’re thrilled to welcome him and his family to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing him in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

“Cayden is a player who takes pride in the details of his game. He is a true, 200-foot player who never takes a shift off. Cayden understands what is needed to win hockey games and we are excited to welcome him and the Jackman family to Erie.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

Round 12, Pick #234 – Anthony Valenti

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
12 234 Erie Anthony Valenti LD 5.07 138 Mar 23, 2009
Detroit HoneyBaked 15’s
 HPHL15

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Anthony is a shifty, speedy defenseman who moves pucks up ice with a good first pass, helping his team transition to offense. He demonstrates a strong work ethic, good understanding for the game, and is very efficient with his pinches. We are thrilled to welcome Anthony to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing Anthony in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

“Anthony is a skilled, offensive defenseman who makes a good first pass. Anthony loves to join the rush and activate in the offensive zone. We believe Anthony has a high ceiling and are excited to welcome him and his family to the Otters.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

Round 13, Pick #254 – Cooper Oikawa

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
13 254 Erie Cooper Oikawa LW 5.09.5 193 Apr 22, 2009
Niagara North Stars U16 AAA
 OMHA16

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Cooper is a skilled forward up front with the ability to put the puck in the net with a heavy shot. Cooper has the ability to evade defenders and generate offensive scoring chances. We are thrilled to welcome Cooper and his family to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing Cooper in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

Round 14, Pick #274 – Aiden Palmer

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
14 274 Erie Aiden Palmer RW 5.11 165 Mar 02, 2009
Vaughan Panthers U16 AA
 GTHL

SCOUTING NOTES:

“Aiden possesses good skill, IQ and ability in the offensive zone. He has a high ceiling and we’re excited to watch his progress. We are thrilled to welcome Aiden and his family to the Otters organization. We look forward to seeing Aiden in an Otters uniform.” – Erie Otters Director of Scouting Devin Brown

“Aiden is athletic and a player we believe is just scratching the surface of his potential. We look forward to bringing him into our development model and working with him. We are happy to welcome Aiden and the Palmer family to the Otters.” – Erie Otters Director of Hockey Ops Scott Grieve

Round 15, Pick #294 – Mario Alati

RD OV Team Player Name Pos Height Weight DOB Last Team Source
15 294 Erie Mario Alati RD 5.08 144 Nov 03, 2009
Toronto Nationals U16 AAA
 GTHL

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Player Eligibility 

North American players born in 2009 and non-overage players that were not registered with an Ontario based U16 AAA team from protected OHL territories are eligible for selection in the 15 rounds of the 2025 OHL Priority Selection. 

Selected Players in the OHL 

OHL Member Teams are permitted to register a maximum of four 16-year-old players selected in the OHL Priority Selection. Those 16 year old players that are allowed to be signed are the first two 16-year-old players selected and a maximum of two additional 16-year-old wild carded players in any round of the OHL Priority Selection. 

All other 16-year-old players selected are eligible to be called up as an “affiliated player” or “floating affiliate player” for a maximum of 10 games or for any OHL regular season or playoff games when such player’s team has been eliminated from competition for that season. 

About the Erie Otters:

The Erie Otters are an Ontario Hockey League (OHL) team based in Erie, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1996, the Otters have a rich history of excellence both on and off the ice. The team is committed to creating memorable experiences for its fans and contributing to the growth and well-being of the Erie community.

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