Note: Reports prior to Sept 2023 were originally graded out of ten, and also included additional categories that have been merged into the current categories.
This likely results in the overall ratings prior to 2023 being decreased in comparison to reports since Sept 2023.For an `Apples to Apples` comparison between players, we recommend only comparing reports before, or after, Sept 2023.
Results will average out accordingly as more data is accumulated.
Events
Birthday: Apr. 12, 2006
Height: 6' 0 | 183 cm
Weight: 174 lbs | 79 kg
Undrafted
Reports
Apr. 28, 2024 (Updated Apr. 29, 2024)
Position scouted: Left Wing
Age when scouted: 18
Projection: Second Line
Trending: Future Prospect
Vanacker slowly built his game at the U18 Worlds for Team Canada.
Started the tournament averaging far less ice time than he is accustomed, in a depth role.
Once settled in, he battled adequately in traffic and showed off his fantastic 'catch and release' offensively.
Pucks, in scoring areas, are on and off his stick with authority. Shoots the puck hard and accurately.
Body of work wins out over the course of the entire season.
Plays with pace, generally sound three zone compete and detail, and impact offensively.
Stats Powered by
Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
---|
2023-24 | Hamilton Bulldogs | OHL | 68 | 36 | 46 | 82 | 7 | 55 |
2023-24 | Canada U18 | WJC-18 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
2022-23 | Hamilton Bulldogs | OHL | 55 | 4 | 12 | 16 | -19 | 20 |
2022-23 | Canada Black U17 | WHC-17 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 3 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers Minor Midget AAA | ALLIANCE U16 | 23 | 19 | 26 | 45 | - | 26 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers | OJHL | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 0 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers Minor Midget AAA | OHL Cup | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
- Compete/Consistency: 88
- Defensive Zone Starts: 79
- Hockey IQ: 88
- Offensive Zone Starts: 95
- Penalty Kill: 68
- Power Play: 90
- Physicality: 78
- Puck Moving/Passing: 90
- Shot: 92
- Skating: 88
Mar. 23, 2024 (Updated Mar. 27, 2024)
Position scouted: Left Wing
Age when scouted: 17
Projection: Second Line
Trending: Future Prospect
Vanacker is a prospect who has come on over the course of the entire year. He's riding momentum heading towards the entry draft. On the rise.
Long and lean. Appears taller than his list size. Skilled. Equal parts shooter / scorer / distributor
Ended the regular season in Brantford with 36G-46A
In his final 20 game segment he produced 10G-15A - with 10 of his assists being primary assists
Threat off the rush. Protects pucks coming off the wall. Goes to the net looking for tips. Quick handles in traffic. Average / average plus defensively. He's aware and understands his responsibility but could engage more aggressively at times.
Offense wins out. Trending second line NHL upside.
Stats Powered by
Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
---|
2023-24 | Hamilton Bulldogs | OHL | 68 | 36 | 46 | 82 | 7 | 55 |
2023-24 | Canada U18 | WJC-18 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
2022-23 | Hamilton Bulldogs | OHL | 55 | 4 | 12 | 16 | -19 | 20 |
2022-23 | Canada Black U17 | WHC-17 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 3 | - | 2 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers Minor Midget AAA | ALLIANCE U16 | 23 | 19 | 26 | 45 | - | 26 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers | OJHL | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 0 |
2021-22 | Brantford 99ers Minor Midget AAA | OHL Cup | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
- Compete/Consistency: 88
- Defensive Zone Starts: 79
- Hockey IQ: 88
- Offensive Zone Starts: 95
- Penalty Kill: 68
- Power Play: 90
- Physicality: 78
- Puck Moving/Passing: 90
- Shot: 92
- Skating: 88
Weighting
- 20%: Compete/Consistency, Hockey IQ, Skating
- 12%: Puck Moving/Passing
- 8%: Shot
- 4%: Defensive Zone Starts, Offensive Zone Starts, Penalty Kill, Power Play, Physicality