Otters Take Pelech and Crisp in the Second Round

May 1, 2010 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Erie Otters News Release

The Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League announced this morning that they have selected defenseman Adam Pelech (22nd overall) and center Connor Crisp (31st overall) in the second round of the 2010 OHL Priority Selection being held today via the Internet and conference call.

Pelech comes from a strong pedigree, as his brothers Matt and Mike each enjoyed successful careers in the OHL and are currently playing professionally in the AHL and ECHL, respectively.

"My brothers are my biggest role models," Pelech said. "I hope to score and succeed like they did. It's awesome (to be drafted)."

A native of Toronto, Ontario, Pelech is described by OHL Central Scouting as "a defenseman that possesses a ton of upside. He has a huge frame, a when you take into account his long stick he has immediate range. He has shown that he can make the crucial first pass out of the zone." He tallied six goals and 28 assists in 60 games this season with the Toronto Marlboros.

Pelech was teammates on the Marlboros with Otters 2010 first round pick Chris Marchese. "I've been playing with (Chris) for four or five years," Pelech said. "He's a really good friend of mine and I'm excited to play him in the OHL."

Crisp, a native of Alliston, Ontario, scored 31 goals and added 37 assists in 60 games with the Express this season. OHL Central Scouting described Crisp as "the type of player that as the potential to develop into a very dynamic offensive forward. He possesses all the physical tools, has size, can skate and has a very good stick."

Like Pelech, Crisp to looking forward to beginning his OHL career with the Otters.

"It's an honor for sure," Crisp said. "Erie is a great organization and I'm excited to come down and see how things are going to go this season. "They have a great coaching staff and next year is going to be a great year for me."

The Otters have 14 more picks in the selection process including two picks in the and third (50th and 51st) round. Complete Otters pick-by-pick coverage during the 2010 OHL Priority Selection can be seen by visiting www.ottershockey.com. Additional 2010 OHL Priority Selection information will be available throughout the event at www.ontariohockeyleague.com.

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Ontario Hockey League Stories from May 1, 2010

• Spitfires Select Defenceman Grant Webermin With 20th Pick - Windsor Spitfires
• Ontario Hockey League Completes 2010 Priority Selection - OHL
• Re; Knights Select Chris Tierney - London Knights
• Spirit Draft for Success at OHL Priority Selection - Saginaw Spirit
• Majors 2010 Priority Selection Re-Cap - Mississauga St. Michael's Majors
• Attack Wrap-Up 2010 OHL Draft - Owen Sound Attack
• Attack Pick Up Four More Prospects - Owen Sound Attack
• Ottawa 67's Select Sean Monohan 16th Overall - Ottawa 67's
• Owen Sound Attack Add Scoring Punch in Third Round - Owen Sound Attack
• Ottawa 67's Pick Taylor Fielding in the 2nd Round - Ottawa 67's
• Otters Take Pelech and Crisp in the Second Round - Erie Otters
• Colts Select Kerby Rychel 21st Overall - Barrie Colts
• Majors Select Nick Ebert with First Pick - Mississauga St. Michael's Majors
• Curcuruto selected in 1st Round by Hounds - Soo Greyhounds
• Rangers Select Matia Marcantuoni With First Pick - Kitchener Rangers
• Otters Select LW Chris Marchese With First Round Pick - Erie Otters
• Barrie Winger Signs With The Flames - Barrie Colts
• Spirit Select Justin Kea With The 13th Overall Pick - Saginaw Spirit
• Jarrod Maidens Attack's First Round Selection - Owen Sound Attack
• Bulls Select Gaunce in First Round of 2010 OHL Priority Selection - Belleville Bulls

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