Ilya Protas, a Washington Capitals prospect playing for the Windsor Spitfires, has won the William Hanley Trophy for being the OHL's most sportsmanlike player. The award, voted on by the league's 20 general managers, emphasizes character and sportsmanship. Protas finished the season with an impressive 124 points while maintaining a low penalty count. He expressed gratitude for the recognition and spoke of the honor in following esteemed past winners. The Spitfires are currently competing in the OHL playoffs, where Protas is also leading in postseason scoring.
"I'm grateful to be recognized for demonstrating good sportsmanship as it is a reflection of my commitment to competing at the highest levels of the game," Protas said.
"He plays the game the right way with an unbelievable hockey IQ. Ilya is able to compete and play at such a high level with such sportsmanship, which is a credit to his character," said Spitfires GM Bill Bowler.
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