Battalion

 

Four members of the North Bay Battalion were recognized as some of the best in the Eastern Conference in varying skills, in this year’s OHL Coaches Poll.

 

Topping the list as the Most Underrated Player, the Best Penalty Killer, and the Best Defensive Defenseman is Troops Captain Marcus McIvor.

Marcus McIvor of the North Bay Battalion. Photo by Terry Wilson/OHL Images.
Photo by Greg Kolz

He also got the nod as the second Best Shot Blocker.

 

 

Nick Paul of the North Bay Battalion. Photo by Terry Wilson/OHL Images.
Photo by Greg Kolz
Ottawa Senators prospect Nick Paul was great at the draw this season, earning himself Best on Face-Offs.

 

 

Kyle Wood Battalion (PHOTO BY GREG KOLZ)
Photo by Greg Kolz
Meantime, Defenseman and Colorado Avalanche prospect Kyle Wood was second when it came to Hardest Shot

 

 

Jake Smith of the North Bay Battalion. Photo by Terry Wilson/OHL Images.
Photo by Terry Wilson/OHL Images

 

Goaltender Jake Smith finished as the second Best Puck-Handling Goalie.

 

written by matthew.sookram@northbayradio.rogers.com