Note: Reports prior to Sept 2023 were originally graded out of ten, and also included additional categories that have been merged into the current categories.
This likely results in the overall ratings prior to 2023 being decreased in comparison to reports since Sept 2023.For an `Apples to Apples` comparison between players, we recommend only comparing reports before, or after, Sept 2023.
Results will average out accordingly as more data is accumulated.
Events
Birthday: Nov. 29, 2004
Height: 6' 0 | 183 cm
Weight: 190 lbs | 86 kg
Drafted: 75 overall, 2023 round 3 (
VAN)
Reports
Mar. 22, 2024 (Updated Mar. 23, 2024)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 19
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Prospect
Hunter earned his contract with Calgary, after his rights were traded from Vancouver to Calgary in the Elias Lindholm trade.
In his last 133 GP at the junior level he has produced 19G-128A - 147pts
He's a (+40) defensively.
Continues to be deployed in all situations at the junior level with the Kitchener Rangers.
Quarterbacks the PP. Sees time in overtime skating at 3vs3.
Leans distributor more than shooter. Proficient working the 'low to high' cycle in the offensive zone and making plays.
Defending is average plus. Has to continue to work on his quickness fronting opponents and keeping them to the perimeter off the rush and along the wall.
Projects as a potential bottom pairing 'D' at even strength ... but a player who could find a role on one of the PP units for the Flames in time.
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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2023-24 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 67 | 13 | 79 | 92 | 31 | 24 |
2022-23 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 68 | 6 | 51 | 57 | 8 | 12 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | Hlinka Gretzky Cup | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
2021-22 | USNTDP Juniors | USHL | 25 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
2021-22 | Team White | USA-S17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | U.S. National U18 Team | NTDP | 55 | 2 | 18 | 20 | 25 | 10 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | WJC-18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
- Compete/Consistency: 85
- Defensive Zone Starts: 75
- Hockey IQ: 85
- Offensive Zone Starts: 95
- Penalty Kill: 65
- Power Play: 95
- Physicality: 78
- Puck Moving/Passing: 90
- Shot: 75
- Skating: 80
Jan. 30, 2024 (Updated Jan. 31, 2024)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 19
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Prospect
Brzustewicz is one of the feel good stories in the OHL this season. He's on pace to, potentially, reach the 100 point mark as a defenceman.
Used in all situations at the junior level. Average plus defender. Stocky strong. Solid skater. Not a pure burner - but not slow.
Sees the ice exceptionally well in the offensive zone. Accurately distributes the puck. Identifies seams / open lanes to make plays. Leans distributor more than shooter.
The kind of prospect who might end up on the third pairing at even strength but should find a home on one of the power-play units as well.
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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2023-24 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 67 | 13 | 79 | 92 | 31 | 24 |
2022-23 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 68 | 6 | 51 | 57 | 8 | 12 |
2021-22 | USNTDP Juniors | USHL | 25 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
2021-22 | Team White | USA-S17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | U.S. National U18 Team | NTDP | 55 | 2 | 18 | 20 | 25 | 10 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | WJC-18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | Hlinka Gretzky Cup | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
- Compete/Consistency: 85
- Defensive Zone Starts: 75
- Hockey IQ: 80
- Offensive Zone Starts: 95
- Penalty Kill: 65
- Power Play: 95
- Physicality: 78
- Puck Moving/Passing: 90
- Shot: 75
- Skating: 80
Jul. 31, 2023 (Updated Sep. 8, 2023)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 18
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Prospect
Deployed in all situations at the OHL level with the Kitchener Rangers.
Consistently involved / around the play in all three zones. Detail ranges. Aggressive pinching down in the offensive zone to extend plays. Adds a layer off the rush with and without the puck on his stick. Compact frame. Stocky/Strong. Physically capable of handling weight along the wall and out front his net. Better than average secondary scorer who could slot as a second unit PP contributor at the pro level. 2-way 'D' who will benefit form keeping his game more simple at times. Good skater who has room to add another level of quickness and speed.
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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2022-23 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 68 | 6 | 51 | 57 | 8 | 12 |
2021-22 | U.S. National U18 Team | NTDP | 55 | 2 | 18 | 20 | 25 | 10 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | WJC-18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | Hlinka Gretzky Cup | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
2021-22 | USNTDP Juniors | USHL | 25 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
2021-22 | Team White | USA-S17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
2020-21 | U.S. National U17 Team | NTDP | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | - | 0 |
- Compete/Consistency: 85
- Defensive Zone Starts: 62
- Hockey IQ: 70
- Offensive Zone Starts: 82
- Penalty Kill: 49
- Power Play: 80
- Physicality: 78
- Puck Moving/Passing: 70
- Shot: 75
- Skating: 74
Mar. 12, 2023 (Updated Jun. 13, 2023)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 18
Projection: Third Pair
Trending: Up
Plays heavy minutes at the OHL in Kitchener - used in all situations
Competes - above average skater - compact frame -
Always around the play - not shy about bumping up against opponents
Detail ranges
There are times he pinches down at the wrong time or gets caught up ice misjudging when to join the rush offensively as an extra layer
Better than secondary scoring upside - has the skill set to manage a PP unit
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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2022-23 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 68 | 6 | 51 | 57 | 8 | 12 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | WJC-18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | Hlinka Gretzky Cup | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
2021-22 | USNTDP Juniors | USHL | 25 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
2021-22 | Team White | USA-S17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | U.S. National U18 Team | NTDP | 55 | 2 | 18 | 20 | 25 | 10 |
2020-21 | U.S. National U17 Team | NTDP | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | - | 0 |
- Compete/Consistency: 55
- Defensive Zone Starts: 50
- Hockey IQ: 67
- Penalty Kill: 50
- Power Play: 80
- Physicality: 37
- Puck Moving/Passing: 70
- Shot: 50
- Skating: 70
Jan. 25, 2023 (Updated Feb. 7, 2023)
Position scouted: Right Defense
Age when scouted: 18
Projection: Second Pair
Trending: Up
Leans 2-way 'D'
Has the ability to escape from pressure in his zone and lead the rush offensively
Active on the offensive blue line extending plays
Competes - has some bump to his game - used in all situations at the OHL level
Skates fine - as with all prospects he could use more explosiveness out of the gate at times - especially when caught up ice offensively.
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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2022-23 | Kitchener Rangers | OHL | 68 | 6 | 51 | 57 | 8 | 12 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | WJC-18 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 |
2021-22 | USA U18 | Hlinka Gretzky Cup | 4 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
2021-22 | USNTDP Juniors | USHL | 25 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
2021-22 | Team White | USA-S17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | U.S. National U18 Team | NTDP | 55 | 2 | 18 | 20 | 25 | 10 |
2020-21 | U.S. National U17 Team | NTDP | 3 | 0 | 2 | 2 | - | 0 |
- Compete/Consistency: 60
- Defensive Zone Starts: 60
- Hockey IQ: 70
- Penalty Kill: 60
- Power Play: 80
- Physicality: 37
- Puck Moving/Passing: 80
- Shot: 50
- Skating: 77
Weighting
- 20%: Compete/Consistency, Hockey IQ, Skating
- 12%: Puck Moving/Passing
- 8%: Shot
- 4%: Defensive Zone Starts, Offensive Zone Starts, Penalty Kill, Power Play, Physicality