Top 9 Canucks Prospects to Watch at the 2024 Young Stars Classic…
The Vancouver Canucks are gearing up for the 2024 Young Stars Classic, where their prospects will face off against those from the Edmonton Oilers, Winnipeg Jets, and Calgary Flames. While big names like J.T. Miller and Quinn Hughes won’t be playing, fans will get a glimpse of future talents. Among the 25-man roster, some key prospects to watch include:
- Jonathan Lekkerimäki – The standout first-round pick, known for his scoring abilities in Sweden, will be looking to prove his skill on NHL-sized ice.
- Elias Pettersson – Not to be confused with the star forward of the same name, this 6’4″ defenseman is poised to show his physicality in his North American debut.
- Aatu Räty – Acquired in the Bo Horvat trade, Räty hopes to solidify his position as a future NHL center after a strong AHL season.
- Riley Patterson – This fourth-round pick dazzled at development camp with his speed and skills, making him an exciting player to watch.
- Anthony Romani – Coming off a 58-goal season in the OHL, Romani will showcase his offensive abilities, despite needing to work on his skating speed.
- Max Sasson – At 24, Sasson brings AHL experience and looks to make the jump to the NHL.
- Sawyer Mynio – After a breakout season in the WHL, Mynio is looking to prove his offensive surge was no fluke while continuing to shine defensively.
- Arshdeep Bains – Having already played in the NHL, Bains will aim to build on his AHL success and become a reliable call-up option.
- Kirill Kudryavtsev – A solid two-way defenseman, Kudryavtsev will try to avoid returning to the OHL and instead secure a spot in the AHL.
The Young Stars Classic will give these prospects a chance to make their mark ahead of the NHL season.
