Maddox Dagenais Scouting Reports

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Maddox Dagenais – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Peter B.
Apr 5, 2026

2025-26 Team: Québec Remparts (QMJHL)
Date of Birth: Mar. 27, 2008
Place of Birth: Montreal, QC, CAN
Ht: 6-foot-4 Wt: 196 pounds
Shoots: L
Position: C



Rankings

NHL Central Scouting: 18th (among NA skaters)
McKeen’s Hockey: 30th
Peter Baracchini’s March Rankings: 26th
Andrew Forbes’ February Rankings: 42nd
Dayton Reimer’s March Rankings: 51st
SMAHT Scouting: 31st
Craig Button TSN: 43rd
Tony Ferrari- THN: 30th

Selected first overall in the 2024 Quebec Maritime Junior Hockey League, Maddox Dagenais is built to wreak havoc offensively any chance he can get. After a decent showing as a rookie with 26 points in 43 games, Dagenais’ production increased to 62 points in 62 games this season.

He had a slow start to his draft season, but the production started to pop off as the season progressed. He had 25 points in the first four months, but the points were coming more consistently as he had 37 points in the second half of the season. On top of averaging a point per game from January to March, he also had a decent faceoff percentage, winning 51.3% of his draws. That alone shows the potential that Dagenais has with his power forward game.

Whenever Dagenais steps on the ice, he instantly becomes a bull in a china shop with his strong competitive drive and energy. He quickly attacks with his speed and agility as he moves extremely well for his frame, getting in on the attack quickly, challenging defenders head on and pushing his way to the open ice. He’s physical and isn’t afraid to show making some big-time hits and show his dominance. He can quickly control the pace of shift as he can slow the play down and then regain that advantage on his opponents with his quick first few steps. He uses his size to his advantage well down low and along the boards to win battles.

Offensively, Dagenais has shown that he can be a playmaker, but it’s his goal scoring and shot that are trademarks to his game. He has an insane and swift release and has the accuracy to pick corners easily. He does a great job of getting to the shooting lanes for those prime scoring chances and has a heavy one-timer shot as well. His shoot first mentality is what makes him lethal, and although the volume of his shots are high (273, fourth overall in the QMJHL), the selection can be inconsistent and needs to be better. Although his overall skillset is average, he’s impactful.

Dagenais’ defensive game does has have some potential as his speed allows him to shadow attackers and pressure them whenever he can. He can anticipate plays well and makes timely stick checks to knock pucks loose. The consistency can wane from time to time but he can have just as much of an impact without the puck as well.

Maddox Dagenais- NHL Draft Projection

Dagenais’ second half has really pushed him towards the end of the first-round conversation. A player of his caliber with his shot and speed would instantly force a team to take a chance on him as he could be a valuable selection in the 25- 32 spot. Some rankings have him have within that range already, but at worst he could be a mid-second round selection. He has a lot of potential in his game and his play as of late has helped improve his draft stock.

Quotables

“Where Dagenais improved the most this year is his speed management. He understands better when to use his speed or when to slow down the play. Dagenais loves to use his speed and puck handling to move the puck from one end to the other. He is a solid puck carrier in transition and it creates plenty of scoring chances on the rush for him and his teammates.” – Jer Tremblay, McKeen’s Hockey

“He is a ferocious, ball of energy with a hard shot and strong puck skills. With that, he sacrifices a focus on positioning for an all-out drive, every single shift. He tilts towards the net and has the frame to gain space from the crease to the high-slot.” – Gabe Foley, Recruit Scouting

“He’s on the rise overall. Dagenais is a two-way centre who is mostly deployed at even strength and the power play, but has the commitment to be used in a checking role if asked.” – Jason Bukala, Sportsnet


Strengths

Strong competitive drive and work ethic
Great speed and agility for his size
Physical presence in tough areas
Uses size to advantage in board battles
Strong and powerful shot

Under Construction- Improvements to Make

Rounding out game to be more versatile
Needs to attack middle more consistently
Shot selection can improve

NHL Potential

Dagenais’ game will surely make him an impactful middle six player for any NHL team, as they value big, skilled and fast centres. He has all three of those traits to be successful. A safe bet for him would be a third line centre that can provide some decent secondary scoring, but if he continues to elevate his game like he has and improve away from the puck, his ceiling can grow. His lethal shot can do damage at even strength and will make any power-play dangerous.


Risk- Reward Analysis

Risk- 2.5/5, Reward 3.5/5

Fantasy Hockey Potential

Offense- 6.5/10, Defense 6/10

Awards/ Achieveme

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Maddox Dagenais – 2026 NHL Draft Profile

Maddox Dagenais is a winger and center born in Montreal on March 27, 2008. He stands 6’4″ and weighs 196 pounds. The son of former Canadiens player Pierre Dagenais, Maddox developed with the Québec Remparts in the QMJHL during the 2025-26 season.

There were rumors that Penn State was heavily pursuing him for next season. However, the Quebec forward is expected to remain with the Remparts, at least for the 2026-27 season. Dagenais is considered a late first-round candidate on public rankings, while NHL Central Scouting places him 15th among North American skaters.

2025-2026 Statistics

It was a strong statistical season for Maddox Dagenais. Last year, he dealt with a serious concussion, which also slowed him down at the start of the current campaign. He recorded 62 points, including 30 goals, in 62 games, and added 6 points in 11 playoff games. At the U18 Championship, the forward produced only 2 points in 5 games.

The Remparts forward averaged 18 minutes of ice time this season. He was used only on the power play among special teams units. He took part in an average of 5 faceoffs per game, with a 50% success rate. The Montreal native also averaged 8 shot attempts per game, including 4.4 shots on goal. His passing efficiency rate is 85%, which is low compared to most players in the same cohort.

TSLH Prospect’s Notes

Here is the analysis of Maddox Dagenais’ season through the eyes of our scout Pascal Lapointe from TSLH Prospect. All of our scouts’ analyses will be featured in the TSLH Prospect 2026 Draft Guide.

I had no choice but to move Dagenais up in my rankings this season. Everyone could see the same thing about him: in the second half of the year, the Quebecer only kept improving. I’m not necessarily referring to his production, speed, shot, etc.

I’m talking more about his pace, his engagement over 200 feet, and his consistency. In the NHL, in my opinion, he will not be a top-six player. I see him more as a depth piece with physicality, a strong shot, and solid defensive awareness. Seeing him improve in most of those areas reassured me about his game. I was not a fan of his play until that breakthrough in December. It seemed like the player finally understood certain things about his own profile and his NHL future.

By doing so, he started playing in a way that makes him easier to project to the NHL. He just needs to continue developing in both directions, keeping in mind that his shot could give him a small edge to move into a third-line role instead of a fourth-line one. Personally, I do not see him as a first-round prospect. I would take him more in the third round, but his profile will likely attract teams in the second round.

[JK92]

I had the over 21.5 in the draft. Oh well....

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‘He’s terrifying’: 2026 NHL Draft’s Maddox Dagenais is a goal-scoring wrecking ball

Steven Ellis
Apr 24, 2026

Reverse hits are kind of Maddox Dagenais’ thing.

He introduced himself to the IIHF U-18 Men’s World Championship in style on Wednesday, landing a huge blow midway through Canada’s opening game against Slovakia. It was as perfectly executed as you’ll find from a 17-year-old – and at the same time, not surprising if you’ve ever watched him play.

“It’s kind of his thing,” one scout said. “He’s terrifying.”

Dagenais is still chasing after his first at the U-18s, but he has been one of Canada’s better players. Besides the physicality, he also has 10 shots through two games to become one of Canada’s top shot-generators.

Dagenais’ blend of physicality and hockey sense has pushed him firmly into the first-round conversation for the 2026 NHL Draft. At 6-foot-4, he absolutely commands your attention physically. But he’s no slouch with the puck, either, scoring 30 goals and 62 points during the QMJHL regular season with the Quebec Remparts this year.

Scouts love guys who come from a hockey pedigree. His father, Pierre, played five seasons in the NHL with the Montreal Canadiens, Florida Panthers and New Jersey Devils. Interestingly enough, the Devils drafted him not once but twice – in 1996 and 1998. He was a big dude himself, standing at 6-foot-4 and north of 200 pounds. But Maddox is a bit more skilled and definitely has the power to launch opponents into orbit. Pierre was more of a bottom-six forward who could chip in 20 points in a year. Maddox, though, has legit top-six potential.

After he was Taken first overall by the Remparts in 2024, expectations were high for Dagenais. He was one of the most dominant players in U-16 AAA hockey in his draft year, and while he only had 26 points as a rookie, you could still see the raw potential. Dagenais also took home silver at the U-17 World Challenge.

Surprisingly, Dagenais was among the final cuts ahead of the Hlinka Gretzky Cup in August despite many scouts expecting him to play a significant bottom-six role. But Dagenais used that disappointment to his advantage. Quebec was more of a midpack team, but Dagenais quickly found himself challenging for the scoring lead alongside Philadelphia Flyers prospect Nathan Quinn. The multi-point efforts quickly started adding up, and Dagenais was suddenly looking like one of the most rounded offensive threats in the QMJHL.

“He clearly had something to prove,” one scout said. “It was like that Hlinka cut motivated him.”

From early February to mid-March, Dagenais was one of the most productive forwards in the draft class. He had 22 points during a 16-game stretch, which helped him boost his draft profile. Dagenais also hit just about everyone in sight, as is his mantra.

A lot of Dagenais’ power-forward tendencies come from his bigger frame. But he’s far more than that. He’s a quick skater who battles so hard to win every individual puck battle. He’s like an 18-wheeler coming at you on the highway, going into every corner like he doesn’t care if he comes out alive.

Dagenais won’t give Connor McDavid a run for his money, speed-wise, but Dagenais is definitely above average for a 6-foot-4 mammoth. Dagenais also loves to keep the puck on his stick. Thanks to his pure muscle, Dagenais is a possession machine, rarely giving the puck up on the rush. Dagenais has a good shot release but tends to choose less-than-ideal locations to fire it off. At times, he’s able to dominate the puck better than most other big forwards in this draft class.

One of the biggest cliches in hockey is that you can’t teach size. And we know teams love guys with NHL bloodlines. Dagenais has both of those in spades. The biggest knocks against him are his shot selection and lack of high-end skill. The former is something NHL coaches will work with him on. The latter is fine, as long as he gets himself into scoring areas and can convert on passes. There’s plenty of runway for Dagenais to develop the skills needed to become more dangerous in tight, 1-on-1 situations.

So, that’s a solid foundation to build upon. There’s still room for Dagenais to dominate in the Q, especially as he continues to grow his two-way game. But the amount of progression over the past year is impressive, and it definitely excites scouts to make him a first-round pick this June.

Oh, and keep your head up when he’s on the ice.

[JoshInFenton]

I don't hate the player, i just think there probably was a team willing to take belchetz or otherwise that would'ved moved up 4-5 spots, and i believe Dagenais was available until 22-24 range at least.

[TruBlueFan_1970]

I don't hate the player, i just think there probably was a team willing to take belchetz or otherwise that would'ved moved up 4-5 spots, and i believe Dagenais was available until 22-24 range at least.

Good call.

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2026 NHL Draft Scouting Report #1: Maddox Dagenais
Mar 20

Background

Dagenais is a 6’4”, nearly 200-pound left-handed centerman native to Montreal, Quebec, who kick-started his Junior hockey career after being selected 1st overall in the 2024 QMJHL Draft by the Quebec Remparts. Dagenais is no stranger to the hype, as he’s been thrown under the spotlight multiple times throughout his young career. When he was 15, he starred for the Quinte Red Devils in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association, where he scored 42 goals and totaled 81 points in just 35 games, which would place him second in the entire league in scoring, trailing only Ethan Belchetz. His Terrific season didn’t end there, as the Red Devils would advance all the way to the OMHA semifinals on the back of Dagenais’ 14-goal, 17-point playoff performance that spanned over 10 games.

Dagenais’ first season in the Q was filled with highs and lows and was riddled with injuries. Despite only playing in 43 of a potential 63 games, Dagenais would flash his skill and stardom, posting 12 goals and 26 points, which equated to a 0.6 point per game threshold and was second in the QMJHL among players under 17-years-old. Not only would this provide hope for the Remparts in the seasons to come, but provided a great foundation to build off of heading into his NHL Draft-eligible season.

Flashing forward to this season, and not only has Dagenais stayed healthy, but he’s taken a huge developmental step in his game. So far this season, he has scored 30 goals and 62 points in 61 games, and has played his best hockey of the year over the last month of the season. Over Dagenais’ last 10 games, he has 7 goals and 8 assists, and has a newfound level of confidence and demand for the puck.

Skating

For a 6’4”, almost 200-pound forward, Dagenais’s skating is very good. In a straight line, Dagenais can pick up some real speed. His long frame allows him to generate serious power in his strides. Unlike many players who have a similar stature to him, Dagenais possesses good knee bend, which allows him to maintain good posture in his stride and makes it easier for him to bring his feet all the way under his body when recovering his stride.

One of the best attributes of Dagenais’s skating ability is his crossovers. Although it’s hard for Dagenais to get a lot of puck touches in the neutral zone since most of the transition play on his line runs through overager Nathan Quinn, his smooth, yet quick crossovers make him a constant threat when the play is being pushed into the offensive zone. When comparing Dagenais’ skating to other players of his size, he can do something very effectively that others can’t, which is a cross-under. Although many people focus solely on the crossover aspect of skating, which is ultimately what is steering you in the direction you want to go, the cross-under aspect is equally as important, especially for a player as big as Dagenais, because it determines how quickly you can reach top speed. Dagenais’s ability to push off the ice and accelerate through his cross-unders is what makes him such a good skater.

When moving laterally and left to right, Dagenais can be a bit of a “Bambi”. He's very mobile, especially in his hips and ankles, and can shed off defenders with his quick change of direction, but he still will often slip or lose an edge when turning and changing direction at full speed simply because of how big he is. If he continues to work on his body control and lean into his hip mobility, which is a major strength in his skating, it will take Dagenais' skating to the next level.

Offensive Game

Offensively, Dagenais reminds me a lot of Caleb Desnoyers. Yes, they are both natives of Quebec, but aside from their French-Canadian connection, they have great vision and are excellent thinkers of the game.

When Dagenais has the puck on his stick their is no question that he is one of the more dangerous players in the Draft. Dagenais’s ability to survey the ice and find open teammates is one of his biggest strengths. Since most of Quebec’s transition game is run through over-agers, he’s become great at being a pitstop in the neutral zone for his teammates. Even when he’s flat-footed, Dagenais pre-scans the ice effectively, following that up by getting the puck on and off his stick immediately to keep the flow of the play and avoid turnovers. His touch of the puck is decisive and smart, and it’s another good attribute that he possesses that allows the flow of the play not to be interrupted.

Another thing that I like about Dagenais’ game that makes me very hopeful for his future as an NHL player is that when he is given the chance to carry the puck in transition, it very rarely ends in a turnover or failed entry. Using his crossovers to accelerate, he’s able to back up more conservative defenses and blow by more aggressive ones. Although he isn’t the flashiest player in the neutral zone, and can certainly use some work when it comes to executing high-skill moves at full speed, Dagenais can lean into his speed to gain the zone and read the play further. I’m excited to see him play next year with the hope that more experience in the QMJHL will earn him trust from the coaching staff, which will hopefully give him more offensive opportunities in transition.

When it comes to Dagenais’ scoring touch, it’s good, not great. There are definitely times when he generates super high-quality chances for himself, but cannot finish the play. However, 30-goals as a Draft-eligible can’t be overlooked, and his shot from his strongside flank on the power play is certainly a weapon, especially his one-timer. He also has a quick and deceptive release around the net, which allows him to roof pucks in tight. He’s also not afraid to get his nose dirty in front of the net and can use his size and reach to uncover loose pucks.

His combination of speed and finesse is unreal to watch when he’s playing at his best. His ability to protect the puck when under pressure is also fantastic, and a major plus in his game. What makes him stand out is that, at his size, he isn’t forced to rely on his frame to box out other players and easily get trapped along the boards. Instead, like I previously mentioned, Dagenais uses his edges to spin off opponents and maintain speed, even though his “Bambi-like” errors in his edgework can cost him possession at times. His ability to shield and protect the puck not just with his body but also his elusiveness and skill is a trait that will help ensure he isn’t a one-dimensional player at the next level, and can play both a skill-game, while also keeping a physicality-based mindset.

Defensive Game

When evaluating Dagenais defensive game, the most important thing that he’ll have to improve on is his consistency, especially in his in-zone defense. There’s freuqent times that Dagenais will skate out to challenge a point shot, fail to block the shot, and instead of cutting on a dime or stopping and starting, he’ll take lazy, wide turns out of the zone in the hope of receiving a stretch pass. On top of this, he will have to improve on shot-blocking technique and his route to the defensemen on the point. Oftentimes, he’ll have to cover for one of his wingers, but instead of taking an inside-out approach to the defender to take away the shooting lane, he’ll challenge defenders straight from the wall and work his way out from there. This results in shooting attempts that can easily be blocked getting through to the net due to Dagenais's tendency to challenge the body instead of the stick, while at the same time shrinking his body to avoid the puck instead of making it as big as possible to try and block it.

Although Dagenais is a center by nature, it’s necessary to question his shot-blocking tendencies because of his inconsistent faceoff percentage, which seems to fluctuate on a nightly basis. It’s very likely that because of his habit of playing higher in the defensive zone, he’ll be a better fit as a winger in the NHL. When looking at Dagenais’ positioning in the breakout, it’s also easy to understand how an NHL team could be enticed to switch him over to wing, due to his effectiveness as a post-up option and a distributor.

When taking a look at some of the more positive attributes in his defensive game, he’s great on both the forecheck and backcheck, and he loves hounding pucks. His defensive instincts in the offensive zone show signs of maturity beyond his years, as he’s great at making sure he’s always in a defensively responsible position, even when he’s in an attack-based mindset. Dagenais is also very physical in board battles and when retrieving loose pucks, and isn’t afraid to take advantage of his frame to make sure that his team gains possession of the puck or clears it out of the zone.

Hockey IQ

The most important thing to consider when breaking down Dagenais' game from a mental standpoint is how he operates with the puck versus how he operates without it. On-puck, Dagenais is great at keeping his head up and distributing the puck. His spatial awareness going into corners is fantastic, and he has a really good habit of always shoulder-checking before retrieving pucks. But limitations arise within his game when he has to rely on his off-puck movement and anticipation to create scoring chances for himself. He is a great passer; however, he has a bad habit of admiring his pass instead of moving into open ice.

Another attribute to his game that is holding him back significantly is his decision-making off the rush. He has all the tools to be a lethal offensive weapon, but when push comes to shove, and Dagenais is tasked with taking a defender 1-on-1, he isn’t able to take advantage of weak points in the defensemen’s technique because he simply isn’t aware of them. His shot selection will also leave you scratching your head at times, as he’ll pass up opportunities to carry the puck further into the zone and continue on the play to instead opt for a low-danger shot attempt.

In conclusion, I’m a huge fan of the way Dagenais thinks the game with the puck on his stick, specifically when he’s looking to facilitate. He makes passes that make you wonder whether or not he has eyes in the back of his head, and he always seems to have a sense of where his teammates are on the ice. But with that being said, Dagenais will need to improve on his urgency without the puck in all three zones on the ice. At the NHL level, he won’t be able to be disengaged from the play without it costing his team, and at times, it already does.

Player Projection

Dagenais is a very raw player, with all the talent in the world and a ton of upside, but also huge hit-or-miss potential. He’ll need to add more urgency and intent away from the puck to his game to truly reach his ceiling as a top-six winger in the NHL. He’ll also need to add another level of comfort and confidence to his game if he wants to take advantage of his combination of speed and playmaking fully. On the flip side, Dagenais’ style of play brings both a physical presence and a sense of finesse and skill, which will provide him with many opportunities as his career continues. Currently, he is ranked in the third tier in my Draft rankings, which spans from the 7th to the 11th spots, and consists of players like Caleb Malhotra and Tynan Lawrence. He is also ranked as high as 23rd by Sportsnet, and as low as 43rd by Craig Button.

Ultimately, the biggest thing that will determine Dagenais' success will be his development curve and where he gets drafted. As I said before, Dagenais has all the physical tools to be a good two-way winger in the NHL, who consistently posts around 40-50 points a season and plays around 15-16 minutes a night. I can’t pinpoint his game to a specific player comparison, but I do think he has specific areas of his game that are similar to certain players. For example, Dagenais’s ability to use both his size and skill when protecting and carrying the puck is very reminiscent of Tage Thompson. He also thinks the game in the same way as someone like Robert Thomas - always looking to set up his teammates, scanning the ice, and planning where he wants the puck to go next based on the position of his teammates. While the way he skates and moves around the ice reminds me of a much more frantic Leo Carlsson.

I’m very excited to see how Dagenais’ game progresses over the next couple of seasons, and I’m very interested to see how his role on Quebec increases next season, assuming he isn’t traded. He has a long way to go, but given time and the right support system from a team that’s willing to mold his skill set into something NHL worthy, Dagenais could be one of the higher value picks of this year’s Draft, depending on where he’s selected.

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Maddox Dagenais Profile

Ht/Wt: 6' 4"/196 lbs
Position: C
Team: Quebec (QMJHL)

Maddox Dagenais' Player Profile

Steven Ellis - Daily Faceoff - April 14th: "He has an NHL caliber-frame at 6-foot-4 and 196 pounds, and he’s extremely reliable at both ends of the ice. Dagenais isn’t flashy, but he’s smart, toolsy and plays with a ton of power. At times, he’s able to dominate the puck better than most other big forwards in this draft class. "

Scott Wheeler - The Athletic - March 17th: "Dagenais is a strong center who, at his best, stays around and on the puck and shows confidence holding and shooting it. When he's engaged, going to the net, winning board battles and stacking positive shifts, he looks like a future middle-sixer NHLer who's going to score 20 goals. He has good skill."

Jason Bukala - Sportsnet - March 17th: "Dagenais provides a combination of power, speed and relentless compete. His offensive production comes largely as a result of his dogged approach. He’s contributed 28G-31A so far this season while averaging 18 minutes of ice time."

Peter Baracchini - The Hockey Writers - March 10th: "He has a lethal shot with great power and accuracy doing a lot of damage from far out. He’s physical and can push his way to the middle effectively while also getting the inside track along the boards to win puck battles. His energy and presence will make him an effective middle-six player."

Smaht Scouting - February 27th: "Off the rush, he isn’t as effective as you’d like even if the tools are there and despite having one of the very best shots of this entire draft class, he doesn’t get himself to places where he can use that shot to the best of it’s potential. The tendency to shoot from low-danger areas of the ice and pass out of shots unnecessarily is a bit concerning, but it’s nothing he can’t fix and with the basis of his game being so NHL-like, there isn’t much reason to think he can’t be a very solid bottom 6 player for an NHL team in the future."

Sam Cosentino - Sportsnet - February 25th: "Dagenais has a shoot-first mentality, with a wicked shot that is both hard and accurate. Big, scoring centres are at the top of the food chain in the NHL and Dagenais certainly fits that bill."

Tony Ferrari - The Hockey News - February 23rd: "Dagenais is a meat-and-potatoes, north-south center who makes the best simple plays he can. He uses his size to power through players, and he wins battles along the walls. He just doesn't have that extra gear in terms of creativity or raw skill."

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AI - Dagenais NHL floor and ceiling

Scouting reports from RotoWire, ESPN, and All About The Jersey outline a clear developmental ceiling and floor for Maddox Dagenais following his 16th overall selection by the St. Louis Blues:

The Ceiling: Top-Six Goal-Scoring Power Winger

The Projection: If his linear skating continues to improve and he fills out his massive 6-foot-4 frame, Dagenais can become a top-six power forward who handles the heavy lifting down the wings.

The Role: Rather than a standard puck-distributing center, his ultimate upside is as a high-volume shooter on a premier scoring line. He has the potential to be a 25-to-30-goal threat in the NHL who camps out on the power-play flank, leveraging his elite, deceptive release to punish teams from high-danger areas.

The Floor: Heavy, Matchup Third-Line Center

The Projection: If his dynamic footwork and playmaking vision do not progress enough to drive top-line production, his natural frame and physical traits shield him from busting.

The Role: His absolute baseline is a reliable, defensive-minded bottom-six center. Because he already possesses strong faceoff instincts, a heavy "inside-the-dots" wall game, and special-teams versatility, he projects comfortably as a defensive matchup center. Scouts from RotoWire note that his floor looks very similar to a Phillip Danault-type player—a big body who uses checking and positioning to shut down top opposing lines.

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AI - How is Dagenais on faceoffs

Maddox Dagenais shows above-average proficiency at the faceoff dot for a junior player, though he did not take a massive volume of draws due to spending significant time playing on the right wing during his draft year.

The Numbers

Regular Season: Dagenais won 51.3% of his 380 regular-season faceoffs.

Playoffs: He improved his efficiency under pressure, winning 52.8% of the 72 draws he took during the QMJHL postseason.

Scouting Takeaway

Scouts note that Dagenais utilizes his massive 6-foot-4 frame and strong upper-body strength effectively to tie up opposing centers and lean into draws. While his raw skills at the dot are technically sound, his usage has been a mixed bag; because his linemate Nathan Quinn often took the primary center responsibilities, Dagenais frequently drifted to the flank.

This versatility is viewed as a major plus by the St. Louis Blues. If he transitions permanently to the wing in the NHL—as many talent evaluators predict due to his skating pace—his ability to step into the circle and win critical situational draws will make him a highly valuable, dual-role asset on special teams.

[FunSeeker]

Logan Brown part 2.

[hornetfb52]

Logan Brown part 2.

[TheJackBurton]

I guess my only issue with a lot of what the reports say, is other than the position, it reads really close to Carbonneau.

I'm not sure why we would select 2 similar players in back to back drafts. Not making a lot of sense, but I guess we'll see.

[clemonsonroots]

I'm getting tage vibes from his draft year.

[HighStick]

I'm getting tage vibes from his draft year.

That would be awesome.

[IsDurbanodoingtime]

Blues scouts certainly do seem to be gravitating toward the Q league forwards recently. Montreal kid who can bang but he he is making a mistake staying with the Remparts and not taking advantage of an ncaa opp.