Ht/Wt: 6′ 1″/195 lbs
Position: LW
Team: London (OHL)
via mynhldraft.com
Playing on the top line with high-end NHL prospects Christian Dvorak (ARZ) and Mitchell Marner (TOR), Tkachuk’s game has evolved into one of skill and strength. While not being a small player at 6’1″, he plays bigger than he actually is and plays a power forward game with an offensive flair. Playing on the top line with Dvorak and Marner, Tkachuk hasn’t been the one people notice when they see the Knights but has demonstrated great smarts and a tremendous skill set. Many people believe he could end up being a better NHLer than his father. Submitted by Spencer Seymour – Jan . 19th
Damien Cox of Sportsnet (Nov. 18th): “He’s meshing with Mitch Marner on London’s top line and has 34 points in 18 games. I’m hearing his younger brother Brady might be even better.”
Damien Cox of Sportsnet (Oct. 14th): “Just like his dad: A prototypical power left winger. Chose the Knights over the University of Notre Dame.”
ISS Hockey – Twitter (Nov. 9th): “Oozes w/ offensive size & skill. Not the fastest player but has puck skills.”
ISS Hockey – Twitter (Oct. 11th): “Very smart offensive player. Strong on his skates. Can make plays on rush.”
Ryan Kennedy of The Hockey News (Oct. 30th): “Great hockey sense, hands and a big frame have led the OHL rookie to huge points so far.”
Future Considerations (Oct. 14th): “Tkachuk a smart, hardworking, gritty, but offensively skilled winger that makes a positive impact on every aspect of the game. Jones, however, is that throw-back style “run you over to get to the puck” type of power winger with a wicked shot that ironically Tkackuk’s father was more known for during his NHL days.”