Attack Select Middleton in Round One
April 7, 2012 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Owen Sound Attack News Release
The Owen Sound Attack is pleased to announce that with the 8th overall selection in the 2012 Ontario Hockey League Priority Draft, they have selected Jacob Middleton of the Huron-Perth Lakers.
Middleton, a defenseman from Stratford, Ontario played 55 total games with the Lakers last season, compiling 12 goals, 29 assists and 60 penalty minutes to go along with a +20 rating.
The 6'2, 185lb rearguard is described by OHL Central Scouting as a stud rearguard who is physically and mentally prepared to excel at the next level. He is considered a complete player who is big, strong, skilled, quick and smart player with exceptional mobility.
"We are extremely thrilled to have had the opportunity to select Jacob with our 8th overall selection", stated Attack General Manager Dale DeGray. "He is an elite defenseman in this draft and we feel he brings a complete package of size, skill and strength to our back end."
Middleton also suited up with the Huron-Perth Lakers Minor Midget team during the 2010-2011 season as an underage player, notching an assist in 7 games.
The Attack wishes to welcome Jacob and his family to the organization. Jacob will be in Owen Sound today (Saturday) at approximately 12:00pm to be introduced and greet fans in the Shore Room of the Bayshore.
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