Vanacker is a prospect who has come on over the course of the entire year. He's riding momentum heading towards the entry draft. On the rise.
Long and lean. Appears taller than his list size. Skilled. Equal parts shooter / scorer / distributor
Ended the regular season in Brantford with 36G-46A
In his final 20 game segment he produced 10G-15A - with 10 of his assists being primary assists
Threat off the rush. Protects pucks coming off the wall. Goes to the net looking for tips. Quick handles in traffic. Average / average plus defensively. He's aware and understands his responsibility but could engage more aggressively at times.
Offense wins out. Trending second line NHL upside.
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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2023-24 | Hamilton Bulldogs | OHL | 68 | 36 | 46 | 82 | 7 | 55 |
2023-24 | Canada U18 | WJC-18 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
2022-23 | Hamilton Bulldogs | OHL | 55 | 4 | 12 | 16 | -19 | 20 |
2022-23 | Canada Black U17 | WHC-17 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 3 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers Minor Midget AAA | ALLIANCE U16 | 23 | 19 | 26 | 45 | - | 26 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers | OJHL | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 0 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers Minor Midget AAA | OHL Cup | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 |