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.
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Elite ProspectsSeason | Team | League | GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM |
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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 |