Newkirk and Ludvig Recognized on NHL's Central Scouting

November 16, 2018 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Portland Winterhawks News Release

Forward Reece Newkirk and defenseman John Ludvig were recognized on the NHL's Central Scouting November players to watch list.

Newkirk, a native of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, has 22 points through the team's first 20 games this season. His 13 goals rank second on the Hawks and he is tied for ninth in league goal scoring.

Ludvig, a native Kamloops, British Columbia, has been a shut down defender for the Hawks this season. He leads all WHL Western Conference defensemen with a plus-11 skater rating. Through 20 games, he also has four assists.

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