"After winning a Bronze Medal at the WJC, Aitcheson returned to Barrie to be named the OHL Defenseman of the Month for January. Over the course of 11 games, Aitcheson recorded three goals and 11 assists, adding to his league-leading 22 goals among all defensemen. Aitcheson, the 17th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, finished his draft year with 26 goals in 64 games, now trailing last year's total by just four goals in 24 fewer games."
"In the 46-year history of the league, only 22 times has a defenseman reached the 30-goal mark. If Aitcheson can hit his 33-goal projection, it would put him tied for 12th on the all-time list. Aside from his offensive prowess, Aitcheson is one of the most feared defenders in all of the CHL. His bone-crushing hits draw comparisons to Alexander Romanov, who has made quite the reputation for himself since entering the league in 2020."
Kashawn Aitcheson won a Bronze Medal at the World Junior Championship and then returned to Barrie where he was named OHL Defenseman of the Month for January. Over 11 games he recorded three goals and 11 assists, bringing his total to a league-leading 22 goals among defensemen. The 17th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft finished his draft year with 26 goals in 64 games and is trailing last year's total by four goals in 24 fewer games. He is on pace for a 33-goal season that would tie him for 12th all-time among OHL defensemen. Aitcheson pairs high-end offensive production with bone-crushing hits comparable to Alexander Romanov. The Islanders have a solidified left-side defensive group and plan a measured development path, with CHL/NCAA rule changes leaving open a potential collegiate route before turning professional.
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