UML Recruiting, Building for 2018 and on

[Middle Street]

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Congratulations to @NBDTHA defenceman @BenBrunette52 on the committment to @RiverHawkHockey! https://t.co/tyXbnCyeo0

— NOHAHockey (@NOHAHockey) April 15, 2019

[UMLFan]

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A new commit apparently, but haven't seen this elsewhere yet ... he's 16 and will be playing for Carleton Place (CCHL) next season. 5'11", 154 pounds ... from North Bay, Ontario. He played last season for the North Bay Trappers (GNML) with a 17-37-54 in 36 games.

He was just picked in the second round of the OHL draft last week as well.

NZ has him as a 3.5* recruit, and had this to say about the young d-man back in October of 2018.

Ben Brunette #28 (D, L, 5’10”, 160 lbs, Powassan, 2002)-This defenseman was a call up from the midget team and played like a veteran. He plays a physical tough defensive game and has an offensive upside. He moves the puck and jumps into the offensive hole joining the play. He has played two games this year with a point in each game. He was their best defenseman in that game. He will play at the next level. Grade A-

[UMLFan]

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And now I see the tweet that Middle Street just posted. So there's my confirmation!

[chiefs11]

Congratulations to @NBDTHA defenceman @BenBrunette52 on the committment to @RiverHawkHockey! https://t.co/tyXbnCyeo0

— NOHAHockey (@NOHAHockey) April 15, 2019

Nice pick up

[UMLFan]

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Congrats to @SpruceKings G Logan Neaton on being named the #BCHLPOW!

Read more: https://t.co/muGTuZt5Y2 pic.twitter.com/m7U3xF6xQQ

— BC Hockey League (@GoBCHL) April 15, 2019

[boblav1]

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Monday's results:

CCHL - Carleton Place defeated Ottawa 4-1 to even the series at one game a piece. Jackson Sterrett had an assist for Carleton Place. Owen Cole went scoreless for Ottawa.
USHL - Des Moines defeated Fargo 7-3 to take game one of the series. Matt Brown had a goal and an assist. He was also named 2nd star.
AJHL - Brooks defeated Spruce Grove 5-1 to take a 3-0 lead in the series. Andranik Armstrong did not play.

[ScottK]

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Matt Brown not listed in the NHL's final Central Scouting ... he was ranked 199 in the mid-term rankings. Same with Andre Lee, who had been 167.

Ben Meehan did get added at 139.

[boblav1]

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A tough night for Aidan Harper and Sioux City as they were defeated by Tri City 6-1 tonight.

https://www.ushl.com/view#/game-summary/8543

https://www.musketeershockey.com/new...e/show/1012591

Twelve players were scratched for Sioux City in favor of some younger affiliates looking to get their first taste of USHL action. It was a learning experience for the young players who found their way into the lineup against a full strength Tri-City team. None saw more action then goaltender Aidan Harper who faced 36 shots and stopped 30 of them.

[boblav1]

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I'm not sure if Lowell would have any interest. Jacob had 66 points (22-44-66) in 102 games played with RPI.

RPI leading scorer Jacob Hayhurst is in the transfer portal. 3 goals and 20 assists in 29 GP. Mississauga, Ontario, native will grad transfer and have one season of eligibility immediately.

— Jeff Cox (@JeffCoxSports) April 16, 2019

https://www.eliteprospects.com/playe...jacob-hayhurst

[boblav1]

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Tuesday's results:

USHL
- Des Moines defeated Fargo in OT 3-2 winning the series 2-0. Matt Brown had two goals and was named the 2nd star.
- Sioux Falls took game one of their series with Sioux City 2-1. Andre Lee had the game winner and was named 1st star. Carl Berglund and Brian Chambers went scoreless.
AJHL
- The Brooks Bandits are the AJHL Champions as they defeated Spruce Grove 2-0, sweeping the series 4-0. Andranik Armstrong did not play. Brooks will advance to a best-of-seven series versus the BCHL Champion. The winner will advance to the Junior A National Championships.
BCHL
- Prince George took a 3-0 lead in their series as they defeated Vernon 4-3 in OT. Logan Neaton had 44 saves on 47 shots and was named 3rd Star.

[chiefs11]

Tuesday's results:

USHL
- Des Moines defeated Fargo in OT 3-2 winning the series 2-0. Matt Brown had two goals and was named the 2nd star.
- Sioux Falls took game one of their series with Sioux City 2-1. Andre Lee had the game winner and was named 1st star. Carl Berglund and Brian Chambers went scoreless.
AJHL
- The Brooks Bandits are the AJHL Champions as they defeated Spruce Grove 2-0, sweeping the series 4-0. Andranik Armstrong did not play. Brooks will advance to a best-of-seven series versus the BCHL Champion. The winner will advance to the Junior A National Championships.

Good stuff I think another shortie brown

[Middle Street]

Tuesday's results:

USHL
- Des Moines defeated Fargo in OT 3-2 winning the series 2-0. Matt Brown had two goals and was named the 2nd star.
- Sioux Falls took game one of their series with Sioux City 2-1. Andre Lee had the game winner and was named 1st star. Carl Berglund and Brian Chambers went scoreless.
AJHL
- The Brooks Bandits are the AJHL Champions as they defeated Spruce Grove 2-0, sweeping the series 4-0. Andranik Armstrong did not play. Brooks will advance to a best-of-seven series versus the BCHL Champion. The winner will advance to the Junior A National Championships.

Brooks will almost certainly face Prince George as they took a 3-0 series lead last night. They have won 12 straight.

It’s good to see all of these recruits going on deep playoff runs.

[Middle Street]

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Also, I just noticed Brooks is hosting the Jr. A national championship, so they will participate no matter what. I think with Brooks winning the AJHL the eventual BCHL champion has clinched a berth as well.

[boblav1]

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Also, I just noticed Brooks is hosting the Jr. A national championship, so they will participate no matter what. I think with Brooks winning the AJHL the eventual BCHL champion has clinched a berth as well.

Good catch.

[boblav1]

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And now I see the tweet that Middle Street just posted. So there's my confirmation!

UMass Lowell nets commitment from high-scoring Canadian defenseman Ben Brunette. 17-year-old scored 54 points in 36 games for the North Bay Trappers. Named top defenseman in Great North Midget League.

— Barry Scanlon (@BarryScanlonSun) April 17, 2019