The Maritimes Quebec Junior Hockey League’s best hope for the next National Hockey League draft is keeping his feet on the ground.
Moncton Wildcats forward Caleb Desnoyers is ranked seventh on the Central Recruiting Players’ list in North America, which is likely to please him, but the main player put things into perspective during his time at the “5 to 7” Wednesday on RDS. “I am happy to see that the efforts since the start of the season are recognized on this mid-season list, but there is no draft taking place on January 12. There is still a lot of work to do. It’s just a list and it can be different for the 32 clubs. »
Desnoyers assures that unlike his draft year in the junior circuit, he does not see the next stage of his career as a competition against other skaters. He simply wants as many QMJHL representatives to be selected by teams on the Bettman circuit.
The young man, who will turn 18 on April 11, continues to progress. His game continues to improve and the results are convincing since he currently has as many points as during his entire first campaign in the Cecchini circuit. In 34 games this season, he has accumulated 56 points, the same number as in 60 games last year. “One more year in the QMJHL makes a very big difference. I also have the chance to perform with a great group and very good trio mates. I approach matches in a different way. The season is different with more experience and that helps me be more successful. »
Desnoyers’ success also reflects on the results of the Wildcats, who occupy first place in the general standings with a record of 31-6-2. The center says his team is aiming for both trophies this season and believes the excellent results are a reflection of a strong squad and excellent management. “We have a good group, we are very well managed and we have the chemistry and identity that has been established since day 1. Everyone is happy to show up at the arena every day with the mentality of wanting improving every day to want to be the best team in the league. »
Desnoyers largely attributes the success of the Wildcats to his coach Gardiner MacDougall, an extraordinary character who he could see at the head of Junior Team Canada. “He’s a character. He is a good communicator and a good motivator. Without saying that he is different, his way of seeing the game is exceptional and unique. He brings his successes and he is very disciplined. We see it with his routine and his pre-match rituals with the guys. His desire to win has to be the highest among coaches in the league. »
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