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WHL Kelowna Rockets

Iginla And Gojsic Named To Preliminary Players To Watch List

October 25, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Kelowna Rockets News Release


Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla
Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla
(Kelowna Rockets, Credit: Steve Dunsmoor)

Kelowna Rockets forwards Tij Iginla and Hiroki Gojsic were listed on the NHL Central Scouting's 2023-24 preliminary players to watch list released Wednesday.

Tij Iginla was given a 'B' ranking, while Gojsic was given a 'C' grade.

The players on the preliminary list with A ratings are considered potential first-round picks. Players with B ratings are considered possible second- or third-round choices, players with C ratings are potential fourth- or fifth-round picks, and those with W ratings indicate a "watch" player for potential sixth- or seventh-round consideration, and first-time draft eligible "work in progress" players with a limited scouting history and games played.

"NHL clubs provided feedback that they would prefer to have more separation with C grade prospects since there is a significant difference between a fourth- and sixth-round prospect," Central Scouting vice president Dan Marr said. "There has been a 10-year history utilizing the PTW grading system and the timing was right to adapt and evolve to the bidding of the NHL clubs."

Iginla, 17, currently leads the Rockets with 12 goals and is second in team scoring with 19 points through 11 games. His five power play goals are tied for third among league leaders.

Gojsic, 17, leads the Rockets rookies in scoring with five points (2G, 3A) through 11 games.

Iginla and Gojsic are back in action tonight with the Rockets against the Victoria Royals. It will be a Fan First Menu night with $2 hot dogs and $5 beer Lucky Lager.

Tickets for Rockets games are available at Select Your Tickets. Tickets can be purchased:

Online at selectyourtickets.com

By calling Select Your Tickets at 250-762-5050

Or by visiting the Select Your Tickets box office at the Prospera Place box office. The box office is open 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and opens at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday home game days.

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Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla
Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla
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