Otters sign defenceman Michael D’Alessio
Erie, Pennsylvania – The Erie Otters have brought in depth to their defensive core with the signing of Michael D’Alessio to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.
Michael D’Alessio is a 15-year-old defenseman who was selected by the Otters in this past Spring’s OHL Priority Selection in the fourth round, 72nd overall. will join the Otters back-end.
This season, the Toronto native has been playing for the St. Michael’s Buzzers of the Ontario Junior Hockey League. In 28 games with St Michael’s, he has eight points (1G+7A). Prior to his selection by the Otters, D’Alessio had been playing for the Vaughan Kings, where he split time between their U16 GTHL team and the U16 AAA team. In the GTHL, he tallied 34 points (7G, 27A) in 36 games. With the U16 AAA program, he netted 58 points (10G, 48A) in 73 total games.
D’Alessio will look to show off his range of passing and look to bring this ability to the OHL level where he will look to contribute in all three zones.
“As a defender, Michael has earned high praise and has had an impressive season up to this point,” said Brown, “Michael has gained a fantastic opportunity from the St. Michael’s Buzzers that has enabled him to develop and understand the game at the junior level, and now with signing, we are eager to see his continued progress in Erie. We are delighted that the Otters will play a role in Michael’s further development as he strives for his career aspirations. This is an exciting time for the entire organization.”
The Erie Otters are thrilled to welcome Michael to the Flagship City and look forward to seeing him develop his skills both on and off the ice.
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