The Sarnia Sting have signed another member of the 2019 Ontario Hockey League draft class.
The team has agreed an OHL Standard Player Agreement with 35th overall pick Justin O'Donnell.
Justin O'Donnell at Sarnia Sting Orientation Camp April 14, 2019 (BlackburnNews.com photo by Dave Dentinger)
The 6'2", 175 pound centre played this past season for the Toronto Marlboros Minor Midgets of the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL).
In 72 games played he tallied 37 goals and 68 points.
O'Donnell also competed for Team Ontario at the 2018-19 Canada Winter Games in Red Deer, AB.
In six tournament games played he contributed two goals and four points, capturing a silver medal alongside fellow Sting prospect Ben Gaudreau at the national competition.
Sting GM Nick Sinclair said he's excited to see O'Donnell in a Sting uniform.
"We are very happy to be able to add Justin to our talented young group today," said Sinclair. "His overall makeup as a player is one highly coveted by our program and we believe will make him an impactful player in this league."
Sinclair said the Oakville, ON native compliments his scoring ability with a fast, hard forechecking game Sting fans will come to appreciate.
"Throughout the past season Justin impressed our staff with not only his ability to get on the scoresheet but also his defensive game, versatility and relentless effort", he said. "On behalf of the entire organization I would officially like to welcome Justin and the O'Donnell family to the Sarnia Sting Hockey Club."
Fans can see O'Donnell in action when 2019 Sarnia Sting Training Camp opens in late August at the Progressive Auto Sales Arena, dates to be confirmed.