Live Blog: OHL at the 2025 NHL Draft
Follow along as we track OHL talent selected in the 2025 NHL Draft, live from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, California!
Watch live coverage of tonight’s festivities beginning at 7:00pm ET on Sportsnet and ESPN (USA). Day 2 proceedings feature Rounds 2-7 on Thursday starting at 12:00pm ET on Sportsnet and NHL Network (USA).
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ROUND 1
1st Overall – New York Islanders select Matthew Schaefer of the Erie Otters
Matthew Schaefer of the Erie Otters is the first OHL player to come off the board, being chosen 1st overall by the New York Islanders. In a season shortened by illness and injury, the 6-foot-2 defenceman from Stoney Creek, Ont., produced 22 points (7-15-22) in 17 regular-season games for Erie. He becomes the second Erie Otter to be selected first overall, following Connor McDavid in 2015 – the last OHL player to go first overall.
2nd Overall – San Jose Sharks select Michael Misa of the Saginaw Spirit
Michael Misa of the Saginaw Spirit is the second consecutive OHL player to come off the board, being chosen 2nd overall by the San Jose Sharks. The 6-foot-1 centre from Oakville, Ont., captured both the OHL and CHL Top Scorer Awards after leading the CHL with 134 points (62-72-134) in 65 games – becoming the first player in Saginaw Spirit history to top the national scoring race. Misa’s stellar season also claimed the Bobby Smith Trophy as the OHL’s Top Academic Player and the Red Tilson Trophy as the league’s Most Outstanding Player, landing him on the OHL and CHL First All-Star Teams. He is the highest draft pick in Spirit franchise history.
5th Overall – Nashville Predators select Brady Martin of the Soo Greyhounds
With the 5th overall pick, the Nashville Predators have selected forward Brady Martin from the Soo Greyhounds. A powerful two-way centre with 72 points (33-39-72) in 57 games this season, the 6-foot centre from Elmira, Ont., combines high-end compete, physicality, and offensive instincts – bringing farm-grown grit and skill to the Predators’ front end.
6th Overall – Philadelphia Flyers select Porter Martone of the Brampton Steelheads
Brampton Steelheads captain Porter Martone was selected 6th overall by the Philadelphia Flyers. The 6-foot-3 winger is already a powerful, playmaking forward with elite hands and high hockey IQ, he led the Steelheads with 98 points (37-61-98) in 57 games. The Peterborough, Ont., native represented Team Canada twice this year at the IIHF World Juniors and World Championship.
8th Overall – Seattle Kraken select Jake O’Brien of the Brantford Bulldogs
Selected 7th overall by the Seattle Kraken, Jake O’Brien of the Brantford Bulldogs is coming off a standout sophomore season after being named the OHL’s Rookie of the Year in 2023-24. The 6-foot-2 centre tallied 98 points (32-66-98) in 66 games and continues to impress with his elite vision and offensive instincts. Coming from a strong athletic bloodline, O’Brien is poised to bring high-end skill and playmaking to the Kraken’s forward group. He also becomes the highest-drafted player in franchise history.
12th Overall – Philadelphia Flyers select Jack Nesbitt of the Windsor Spitfires
With their second pick of the night, the Philadelphia Flyers selected their second OHL forward in Jack Nesbitt from the Windsor Spitfires 12th overall. The towering 6-foot-4 centre posted 64 points (25-39-64) in his second season and was named the OHL’s Most Improved Player, as voted on by league coaches. Nesbitt brings size, spatial awareness, and an upward trajectory to the Flyers’ prospect pool.
17th Overall – New York Islanders select Kashawn Aitcheson of the Barrie Colts
With their second pick of the night, the New York Islanders selected their second OHL defenceman, taking Kashawn Aitcheson of the Barrie Colts 17th overall. The 6-foot-1 blueliner is a mobile, hard-nosed presence with offensive upside, recording 59 points (23-36-59) in 64 games. Aitcheson set a new franchise record for goals by a defenceman and finished third among OHL defenders in scoring, which helped land him a spot on the OHL’s Second All-Star Team.
21st Overall – Nashville Predators select Cameron Reid of the Kitchener Rangers
With their second pick of the night, the Nashville Predators selected their second OHL player, taking Kitchener Rangers defenceman Cameron Reid 21st overall. The 6-foot, 174-pound blueliner is a poised, two-way presence who excels in transition and defends with precision. The Aylmer, Ont., native posted 54 points (14-40-54) over 67 games this season, nearly doubling his production from a year ago. He finished second among CHL draft-eligible defencemen in scoring and earned Team West MVP honours at the CHL/USA Top Prospects Challenge. Reid becomes the first Rangers player selected in the first round since Radek Faska in 2012
31st Overall – L.A Kings select Henry Brzustewicz of the London Knights
With the final OHL selection of the First Round, the L.A Kings selected London Knights defenceman Henry Brzustewicz 31st overall. The physically imposing blueliner brings a blend of size, strength, and mobility to the back end. Hailing from Washington, MI., Brzustewicz tallied 42 points (10-32-42) this season, playing a key role in the Knights’ Memorial Cup championship victory.
ROUND 2
33rd Overall – San Jose Sharks select Simon Wang of the Oshawa Generals
With the first pick of Day 2, the San Jose Sharks selected Simon Wang of the Oshawa Generals 33rd overall in the Second Round. Wang becomes just the third Chinese-born player ever selected in the NHL Draft. The towering 6-foot-6 defenceman tallied two points over 32 games during the regular season, contributing defensively as the Generals appeared in their second consecutive OHL Championship. Known for his rare blend of size and skating ability, Wang was selected for the OHL’s Second All-Rookie Team.
43rd Overall – New York Rangers select Malcolm Spence of the Erie Otters
Hearing his name called 43rd overall by the New York Rangers, Erie Otters winger Malcolm Spence became the second OHL player selected on Day 2. The Burlington, Ont., native is coming off a strong 73-point campaign (32-41-73) in 65 games, averaging over a point per game. Spence brings a dynamic mix of high-end offensive skill, relentless forechecking, and responsible two-way play, making him a well-rounded addition to the Rangers’ prospect pool.
47th Overall – Vancouver Canucks select Aleksei Medvedev of the London Knights
The first OHL goaltender off the board in the 2025 NHL Draft, Aleksei Medvedev was selected 47th overall by the Vancouver Canucks. A key part of the London Knights’ Memorial Cup-winning tandem, Medvedev earned the F.W. ‘Dinty’ Moore Trophy as the OHL rookie with the lowest goals-against average. Known for his quick lateral movement and poised presence in the crease, the Russian netminder posted a 2.79 GAA, .912 save percentage, and a 22-8 record across 34 regular-season games.
56th Overall – Tampa Bay Lightning select Ethan Czata of the Niagara IceDogs
Ethan Czata became the first Niagara IceDogs player selected in this year’s draft, going 56th overall on Day 2. The Brampton, Ont., native took a big step forward offensively in his sophomore season, recording 21 goals and 34 assists for 55 points – good for fourth in team scoring. Known for his offensive instincts and playmaking touch, Czata registered 13 multi-point games, including a season-best five-point performance against Sudbury in mid-December.
58th Overall – Nashville Predators select Jack Ivankovic of the Brampton Steelheads
The final OHL player selected in the second round and the second OHL goaltender off the board, Jack Ivankovic was taken 58th overall by the Nashville Predators. The Brampton Steelheads netminder posted a .903 save percentage across 43 games this season. On the international stage, Ivankovic backstopped Team Canada to gold at the 2025 IIHF U18 World Championship, where he recorded a stellar .961 save percentage and 1.95 goals-against average, earning honours as the tournament’s top goaltender.
ROUND 3
65th Overall – Vancouver Canucks select Kieren Dervin of the Kingston Frontenacs
With the first pick of the third round, the Vancouver Canucks selected their second OHL player of the draft in Kieren Dervin of the Kingston Frontenacs. After producing at over a point-per-game pace in the Prep Hockey Conference, Dervin joined the Frontenacs late in the season and recorded three points (1-2-3) across 10 regular-season games.
71st Overall – Buffalo Sabres select David Bedkowski of the Owen Sound Attack
With their second right-shot defenceman of the draft, the Buffalo Sabres selected David Bedkowski of the Owen Sound Attack. Standing at 6-foot-5, Bedkowski is a physical, stay-at-home blueliner who thrives in a shutdown role. He uses his size effectively to close gaps, steer opponents wide, and break up plays with strong positional awareness and reach. Mobile for his frame, Bedkowski adds a steady and intimidating presence to Buffalo’s blue line pipeline.
72nd Overall – Anaheim Ducks select Noah Read of the London Knights
With back-to-back OHL picks in the third round, the Anaheim Ducks selected forward Noah Read of the London Knights. One of the Knights’ breakout stories during their Memorial Cup-winning season, Read emerged after being a 10th-round pick in the 2023 OHL Draft and spending last year in Junior B with the St. Catharines Falcons. He tallied 26 points (10-16-26) in 43 regular-season games and added six points (4-2-6) over 17 playoff contests, showcasing his offensive upside and ability to rise to the occasion.
74th Overall – New York Islanders select Luca Romano of the Kitchener Rangers
With the 74th overall pick, the New York Islanders selected their third OHL player of the draft in Luca Romano from the Kitchener Rangers. The Toronto, Ont., native made a significant leap in his sophomore OHL season, finishing with 51 points (25-26–51) over 67 regular-season games – more than doubling every offensive stat from his 2023–24 rookie campaign. Romano’s growth and offensive instincts make him a promising addition to the Islanders’ prospect pool.
86th Overall – Toronto Maple Leafs select Tyler Hopkins of the Kingston Frontenacs
Kingston Frontenacs forward Tyler Hopkins was selected 74th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs. He has taken significant strides offensively, tripling his rookie point total with 51 (20-31-51) and capturing gold this year with Team Canada at the U18 Worlds.
88th Overall – L.A Kings select Kristian Epperson of the Saginaw Spirit
With the final OHL selection of the third round, the L.A. Kings drafted winger Kristian Epperson of the Saginaw Spirit. The Mequon, Wis., native delivered a breakout campaign, finishing fourth in team scoring with 80 points (27-53-80) across 58 regular-season games. A product of the U.S. National Development Program, Epperson went undrafted in 2024 but impressed scouts in his second year of eligibility with his elite playmaking, hockey sense, and strong two-way game.
ROUND 4
99th Overall – New Jersey Devils select Trenten Bennett of the Owen Sound Attack
The third OHL goaltender selected in the draft, Trenten Bennett of the Owen Sound Attack was taken 99th overall by the New Jersey Devils. The Kitchener, Ont., native made six appearances with the Attack, posting a 2.65 goals-against average and a .923 save percentage – highlighted by a shutout in his first OHL win. Bennett spent the majority of the season with the Kemptville 73’s in the CCHL and is committed to St. Lawrence University for the 2025–26 NCAA campaign.
105th Overall – Pittsburgh Penguins select Travis Hayes of the Soo Greyhounds
The Pittsburgh Penguins selected forward Travis Hayes from the Soo Greyhounds. The Westland, Mich., native recorded 51 points (21-30-51) over 65 regular-season games, finishing fifth in team scoring. Hayes now joins his brother, Avery Hayes, within the Penguins organization, adding a familial connection to Pittsburgh’s prospect pipeline.
107th Overall – Chicago Blackhawks select Parker Holmes of the Brantford Bulldogs
The Chicago Blackhawks selected Brantford Bulldogs forward Parker Holmes in the Fourth Round. Standing at 6-foot-4, the power forward brings size and strength to the wing. Holmes’ season was cut short due to injury, but his combination of physical tools and offensive potential kept him on the radar of NHL scouts.
121st Overall – Minnesota Wild select Lirim Amidovski of the North Bay Battalion
The first North Bay Battalion player off the board, Lirim Amidovski heard his name called 121st overall by the Minnesota Wild. This past season, the 6-foot-1 winger posted 32 points (19-13-32) in 67 regular-season games.
125th Overall – L.A Kings select Jimmy Lombardi of the Flint Firebirds
The L.A. Kings selected the first Flint Firebirds player off the board with forward Jimmy Lombardi. A high-compete, two-way centre, Lombardi tallied 45 points (13-32–45) across 63 games in his second OHL season.
ROUND 5
129th Overall – Florida Panthers select Shemar Moses of the North Bay Battalion
The first OHL player selected in the fifth round, Shemar Moses of the North Bay Battalion, was taken off the board by the 2025 Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers. Acquired early in the season by North Bay, the physical forward made his presence known with a heavy shot and strong offensive instincts, finishing the year with 48 points (12-36-48).
148th Overall – Pittsburgh Penguins select Quinn Beauchesne of the Guelph Storm
With the 148th overall pick, the Pittsburgh Penguins selected Guelph Storm defenceman Quinn Beauchesne. An explosive skater with strong two-way instincts, Beauchesne registered 24 points (6-18-24) across 49 regular-season games. His mobility and ability to transition the puck make him a promising addition to Pittsburgh’s blue line depth.
153rd Overall – Toronto Maple Leafs select Harry Nansi of the Owen Sound Attack
Harry Nansi of the Owen Sound Attack kept the OHL picks rolling as he was selected 153rd overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Nepean, Ont., native recorded 23 points (7-16-23) across 67 regular-season games this season.
154th Overall – Pittsburgh Penguins select Jordan Charron of the Soo Greyhounds
The Pittsburgh Penguins made their second OHL selection of the round with Jordan Charron of the Soo Greyhounds. The 6-foot-2 winger posted 21 points this season, tallying 10 goals and 11 assists.
160th Overall – Columbus Blue Jackets select Owen Griffin of the Oshawa Generals
With the final pick of the fifth round, the Columbus Blue Jackets selected Owen Griffin of the Oshawa Generals. The Markham, Ont., native was one of the Generals’ most dynamic playoff performers during their run to a second straight OHL Championship, recording 26 points (15-11-26) in just 17 postseason games. Griffin took a major step forward in his sophomore season, building on a strong regular season where he posted 51 points (22-29-51) over 62 games.
ROUND 6
171st Overall – New York Rangers select Evan Passmore of the Barrie Colts
With the 171st overall pick, the New York Rangers selected defenceman Evan Passmore from the Barrie Colts. The 6-foot-4 right-shot blueliner brings size and reach to the back end, contributing 11 points over the 2024-25 season.
175th Overall – Vancouver Canucks select Gabriel Chiarot of the Brampton Steelheads
With the 175th overall pick, the Vancouver Canucks selected Gabriel Chiarot from the Brampton Steelheads. The cousin of current NHL defenceman Ben Chiarot, Gabriel tallied 35 points during the 2024–25 season
176th Overall – Calgary Flames select Aidan Lane of the Brampton Steelheads
With back-to-back Brampton Steelheads picks, the Calgary Flames select Aidan Lane with the 176th pick. Lane put up 13 points in as many games with the Steelheads after leaving St. Andrew’s College. He is committed to Harvard University for the 2025–26 NCAA campaign.
186th Overall – Toronto Maple Leafs select Rylan Fellinger of the Flint Firebirds
The Toronto Maple Leafs have continued their trend of drafting with size, selecting four of their five picks at 6-foot-3 or taller – and Rylan Fellinger is no exception. Standing at 6-foot-4, the right-shot defenceman from Wawa, Ont., recorded seven points on the blueline this season with the Flint Firebirds.
189th Overall – Montreal Canadiens select Andrew MacNiel of the Kitchener Rangers
The Canadiens round out their 2025 draft class with the 189th pick, selecting Kitchener Rangers defenceman Andrew MacNiel. The 6-foot blueliner registered six points in 33 regular-season games this season.
ROUND 7
212th Overall – Tampa Bay Lightning select Grant Spada of the Guelph Storm
The Tampa Bay Lightning kicked off the seventh round by selecting Guelph Storm defenceman Grant Spada 212th overall. The 6-foot-4 blueliner from Fort Erie, Ont., recorded six points over 58 contests.
215th Overall – Tampa Bay Lightning select Marco Mignosa of the Soo Greyhounds
With back-to-back OHL selections, the Tampa Bay Lightning took Marco Mignosa from the Soo Greyhounds at 215th overall. The 6-foot winger led his team in scoring with 85 points (36-49-85) in 58 games this season.
217th Overall – Toronto Maple Leafs select Matthew Hlacar of the Kitchener Rangers
Concluding the most OHL selections by any NHL team in this year’s draft, the Toronto Maple Leafs took forward Matthew Hlacar of the Kitchener Rangers 217th overall. Staying true to their size-focused strategy, the 6-foot-3 winger tallied seven goals in 2024-25.
220th Overall – Winnipeg Jets select Jacob Cloutier of the Saginaw Spirit
With the 200th overall pick, the Winnipeg Jets selected Jacob Cloutier in the seventh round. The Ottawa, Ont., native posted an impressive 47 points (23-24-47) in 67 games as a key member of the top-six forward group, finishing fourth in scoring among OHL rookies. Cloutier was named to the OHL’s Second All-Rookie Team.
221st Overall – Carolina Hurricanes select Filip Ekberg of the Ottawa 67’s
The first 67’s player off the board, Swedish forward Filip Ekberg was selected 221st overall by the Carolina Hurricanes. Ekberg had an electric showing for Sweden at the World Under-18 Hockey Championship and tallied 16 goals and 45 points in his first season with the Ottawa 67’s.
222nd Overall – Dallas Stars select Charlie Paquette of the Guelph Storm
With the final OHL selection of the draft, the Dallas Stars took forward Charlie Paquette of the Guelph Storm. The Essex, Ont., native led the team in both goals (37) and points (70) this season.
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