Owen Power is a rising star in the world of ice hockey, known for his impressive skills and towering presence on the ice
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. Born on November 22, 2002, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, Power has quickly made a name for himself as a formidable defenseman
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. Standing at an impressive 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm) and weighing 221 pounds (100 kg), his physical stature alone makes him a standout player
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Power’s journey to professional hockey began in his youth, where he played for the Mississauga Reps before being drafted by the Flint Firebirds of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) and the Chicago Steel of the United States Hockey League (USHL) in 2018
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. He chose to join the Steel to retain his NCAA eligibility, as he had already committed to playing for the University of Michigan
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During his time with the Chicago Steel, Power quickly made an impact, earning a spot on the end-of-season All-Rookie Second Team in his rookie year
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. His performance continued to improve, and he was named the USHL Defenceman of the Year for the 2019-20 season, leading the league’s defensemen with 40 points
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Power’s collegiate career at the University of Michigan was equally impressive
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. In his sophomore season, he recorded three goals and 24 assists in 29 games, leading the nation’s defensemen in points per game
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. His outstanding performance earned him a spot on the All-Big Ten First Team and a finalist position for the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year
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In the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, Power was selected first overall by the Buffalo Sabres, making him the first number one overall pick to play college hockey since Erik Johnson in 2006
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. Despite the high draft pick, Power chose to return to Michigan for his sophomore season, further honing his skills and contributing to his team’s success
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Power made his NHL debut on April 12, 2022, in a 5-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, and he quickly made an impact, recording his first point, an assist, just two days later
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. His first NHL goal came on April 21, 2022, in a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils
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. In his first full season with the Sabres, Power registered four goals and 31 assists in 79 games, leading all rookie defensemen in both assists and points
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Off the ice, Power is known for his calm demeanor and dedication to the sport
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. His ability to read the game and make smart plays has earned him praise from coaches and fans alike
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. With his combination of size, skill, and hockey IQ, Power is poised to become one of the NHL’s top defensemen in the years to come.
For more information on Owen Power, you can check out his profile on Elite Prospects or watch highlights of his games on NHL.com.
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www.eliteprospects.com
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