{"id":219411,"date":"2026-06-15T07:42:20","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T07:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/219411\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T07:42:20","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T07:42:20","slug":"otters-select-forward-colin-kennedy-second-overall-in-2026-ohl-priority-selection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/219411\/","title":{"rendered":"Otters select forward Colin Kennedy second overall in 2026 OHL Priority Selection"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Erie Otters began their 2026 OHL Priority Selection by taking forward Colin Kennedy second overall.<\/p>\n

In 20 games with Little Caesars last season, Kennedy recorded 36 points (24G+12A), averaging nearly two points per game, adding five more points in his league playoffs (2G+3A) and another seven (5G+2A) at the OHL Cup.<\/p>\n

The 5’9, 168 lbs native of Sault Ste. Marie, ON is noted for his speed, according to scouts.<\/p>\n

Kennedy is the grandson of former Soo Greyhound Craig Hartsburg as well as the son of former OHL player Craig Kennedy.<\/p>\n

He is also the nephew of former Otters head coach and current Otters Skills Coach Chris Hartsburg.<\/p>\n

Kennedy is the fourth second overall pick in team history with the others,\u00a0Greg McKegg, Dylan Strome and Malcolm Spence.<\/p>\n

Otters General Manager Dave Brown said, “Entering our 30th\u00a0anniversary, we are selecting a player who embodies throwback qualities.”<\/p>\n

Broan added, “Faithful fans such as Jack Albertson, Al Hicks, Wayne Oakes, Steve Mecklin, and Mike Brosius will absolutely love it. Colin’s competitive drive and determination are world-class. He boasts an amazing skill set, defined by his elite speed, cutting ability and talent for creating havoc among opponents. Colin guarantees misery for anyone who visits the Erie Insurance Arena.”<\/p>\n

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