67's Select Lucas Balanyk with 227th Overall Pick in 2025 OHL Priority Selection

Published on April 12, 2025 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Ottawa 67's News Release

OTTAWA - With the 227th overall pick in the 2025 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection, the Ottawa 67's have selected forward Lucas Balanyk from the Toronto Marlboros U16 AAA program.

"Lucas saw growth in his game throughout the season," said 67's Scout Tristan Whitley. "He is a proven playmaker, with excellent vision in the offensive zone."

Balanyk, 15, tallied 18 goals and 23 assists for 41 points in 33 games this past season. The Toronto, Ontario native also played at this year's OHL Cup where he recorded two assists in four games.

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